The Bay Tree Hotel

Rated 8.6 in 848 reviews. 30 rooms.

★★★★

Once the country home of Sir Lawrence Tanfield, Chief Baron of the Exchequer to Queen Elizabeth I, the Bay Tree Hotel is full of history and tradition. Many original features remain, including a high rafted hall with galleried stairs, oak-panelled rooms, huge stone fireplaces, tapestries and flagstone floors. More recently, The Bay Tree has been sympathetically refurbished using stylish fabrics and wallpapers that help bring the historic hotel to life - You'll feel the charm as soon as you walk in, whether sitting in front of the inglenook fireplace in the bar, reading a book in the cosy library, or exploring the secret walled garden.

An enchanting Cotswold retreat in the picturesque town of Burford, few could resist the rustic charm of this 16th century residence, whether it is for a leisure break, business trip or special occasion.

Bay Tree won Small Hotel of the Year at the National Enjoy England Excellence Awards 2011. The hotel also has a Gold Award for Excellence from Enjoy England.

The Bay Tree is steeped in history and awash with character, from the foundations of its mellow stone walls - clad with pinkish-purple wisteria blooms - to its wooden beam rafters. Oak-panelled public rooms, bare stone walls and original stone fireplaces, including an inglenook fireplace, provide a textured canvas upon which rich fabrics, woven tapestries and antiques have been laid down with exquisite flair.

For your relaxation, you can select a good book from the hotel library, sink back into a comfortable chair and allow the stresses of everyday life to gradually seep away. In the summer months, the tranquillity of the walled gardens make for a relaxing haven where you can enjoy a refreshing drink on a warm evening.

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Recommended Nearby

A guide to great places near The Bay Tree Hotel

  1. Huffkins

    Skonlar harika.1860 ylindan beri faaliyet gosteriyor. Tea time yapilacak iyi bir mekan. Skones are great. They have been active since 1860. Good place for tea time;)

    116 m from hotel
    98 High St

  2. Spice lounge

    Great service great curry

    143 m from hotel
    81 High Street

  3. The Highway Inn

    The ribs were great. Go for the onion rings too

    151 m from hotel
    117 High St

  4. Maison Blanc

    Have the chicken club sandwich. Don't think about it. Do it now.

    153 m from hotel

  5. Cotswold Arms

    The Cotswold Arms is located in the heart of Burford, this is a lovely place to sit down and have a good pub meal and try a local beer. It also has an attractive garden for the summer.

    185 m from hotel
    46 High St

  6. Mrs Bumbles of Burford

    Everything is good. Well worth a visit.

    194 m from hotel
    31 Lower High St

  7. The Angel at Burford

    Nice pub feel food food a rad stingy on the portions

    199 m from hotel
    14 Witney St.

  8. The Priory Restaurant

    Best comfort food in the high street

    213 m from hotel
    35 High St.

  9. The Carpenter's Arms

    No tips needed! Everything is fine and the staff will look after you perfectly! Go, relax and enjoy!

    0.8 km from hotel
    Fulbrook Hill

  10. Burford Garden Co.

    Explore a world of beautiful, hand-picked products for your home & garden. At the same time you can shop at the home interiors store, plant nursery, gardening store, food market & children's emporium.

    1.3 km from hotel
    Shilton Rd

  11. Cotswold Wildlife Park

    Take the train ride- it's fun and gives you a chance to see where you want to go!

    3.7 km from hotel
    Bradwell Grove

  12. The Maytime Inn

    Great find great selection of alcoholic beverages and menu looks like good comfort food

    3.9 km from hotel
    Asthall