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The Feathers Hotel is a Small Luxury Hotels member in Woodstock, West Oxfordshire, combining rural charm with contemporary comfort. Set in a historic market town with Blenheim Palace on the doorstep, it offers 23 individually designed rooms and two dining venues: The Nest for modern European cuisine and The Aviary for casual pizza. The hotel appeals to visitors seeking a slower pace of life, whether for palace visits, nearby shopping, or Oxford exploration.
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The Feathers Hotel sits in Woodstock, a historic market town in West Oxfordshire. Blenheim Palace is within walking distance, making it a natural base for exploring one of England's finest stately homes. The surrounding area offers Bicester Village for shopping and Oxford's historic centre for cultural visits.
The hotel reflects Cotswold village character: roaring fireplaces, individually designed interiors that blend rural charm with contemporary comfort, and a design that encourages a slower daily rhythm. The location works well for visitors attending events like the Blenheim Horse Trials and Blenheim Triathlon (held at the palace estate).
The Feathers offers 23 individually designed rooms and suites across 3 floors. Room types include the Woodstock Room (double), Cotswold Room (double), Feature Room (king), Attic Suite (sleeps 4, king), Suite (sleeps 4, king), Feature Suite (sleeps 3, king), and an accessible Cotswold Room. The Attic Suite features white-washed rafters and a living area.
All rooms include a complimentary mini bar. Breakfasts feature hearty options like toasted teacakes, porridge with berry compote, and eggs royale.
The Nest is the hotel's fine dining restaurant, specializing in modern European cuisine with an emphasis on local, seasonal ingredients. The menu features dishes such as stuffed saddle of West Country lamb, chalk stream trout, and Evesham strawberries. The restaurant offers an intimate atmosphere with unhurried service.
The Aviary provides casual dining with sourdough pizza and cocktails. Both venues are open to guests seeking different dining experiences within the hotel.
The Feathers works well for couples seeking a weekend retreat with Cotswold charm, business travellers needing a countryside base, and families exploring Blenheim Palace and the surrounding area. Visitors looking for a rural escape with easy access to Oxford and nearby attractions find the hotel's positioning in Woodstock convenient.
Editorial verification: The Feathers Hotel is affiliated with Small Luxury Hotels of the World; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
The Feathers Hotel is in Woodstock, a historic market town in West Oxfordshire, United Kingdom. Blenheim Palace is within walking distance.
The hotel has 23 individually designed rooms and suites across 3 floors, ranging from doubles to suites sleeping up to 4 guests.
The Nest is the hotel's fine dining restaurant serving modern European cuisine with local, seasonal ingredients. The Aviary offers casual dining with sourdough pizza. Both venues serve cocktails.
Blenheim Palace is on the hotel's doorstep, Bicester Village is nearby for shopping, and Oxford is accessible for cultural visits. The area hosts the Blenheim Horse Trials and Blenheim Triathlon.
The Feathers Hotel is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World.
Rooms include a complimentary mini bar. Breakfast options include toasted teacakes, porridge with berry compote, and eggs royale.
Yes, the hotel offers an accessible Cotswold Room designed for guests with mobility needs.
The Feathers Hotel is affiliated with Small Luxury Hotels of the World; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
The Feathers Hotel is in West Oxfordshire, United Kingdom. Address: Woodstock, England, United Kingdom.
| Location | West Oxfordshire, United Kingdom |
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| Address | Woodstock, England, United Kingdom |
| Brand / alliance | Small Luxury Hotels of the World |
| Official website | slh.com |
| General manager | Peter Prusaczyk · General Manager · source: hospitalityandcateringnews.com, checked 2026-10-03 |
| Area guide | Woodstock luxury hotels |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
Sources: slh.com/hotels/the-feathers-hotel · en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feathers_Hotel%2C_Ludlow
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