We had room 1 and it was stifling hot, there's no air conditioning, only an oscillating fan and the heating was on even though it was 22 degrees outside. We turned the radiator off and opened the large sash window but unfortunately the room is directly above the main road through Woodstock, so cars, buses and lorries coming past, very close, very noisy. The room remained hot, so we had to sleep with the window open, and the road noise was bad. It obviously died down overnight but started again very early. Air conditioning could be installed as there's two outside walls. It didn't spoil our stay, we'd stay there again but it would have been much better with a good nights sleep

Good location, lovely room, comfortable bed, good food in the restaurant, excellent location for visiting Blenheim Palace and wandering around Woodstock. Bathroom clean and tidy, no black silicon everywhere like a lot of hotels. the shower pressure is a bit limp but adequate. Parking at the rear, tight but ok, private entrance for guests was a nice touch as parking is a problem in the town. Great place for a wander, plenty of places to eat and Blenheim Palace is within walking distance.

Stayed in June 2024

Stayed during a local event so room rate was significantly inflated. Given that scenario, slightly surprised to pay additional amount on check-in for breakfast on site. No bottled water in room which would have been a nice touch given room rate although there was a 10% discount offer for food/drink in bar.

Location very convenient for walking around local village and tourist landmarks. Clean and comfortable room with good shower/bathroom facilities. Good food and drink options. Excellent breakfast. Parking onsite was available.

Stayed in June 2024

There is no place to hang or put things away. The price was high so I expected better.

Location was good. Room was clean. Staff friendly.

Stayed in June 2024

Very little soundproofing but to be fair we knew it was an old building and, i should have brought ear plugs!

Love the breakfast, the room was airy and clean

Stayed in June 2024

We had room 2 which faces the busy road so if you are a light sleeper, I recommend requesting a room at the back.

Ideally located for visiting Blenheim Palace, this traditional inn provides guests with everything they need. A family owned establishment who genuinely care about the comforts of their guests. A great pub menu (inc a lovely authentic Chicken and Spinach Balti) is available and the breakfast was cooked to order and plentiful too.

Stayed in June 2024

My only slight complaint is the carpark is very small and tight. But as Woodstock is an ancient place it is to be expected.

All staff were very helpful, I had a excellent cooked breakfast. Breakfast cost £12.50. I also dined in the evening at the inn and found the food to be good. I found the room very comfortable. The location for the Inn is very good, I had a little walk in woodstock during my stay and found it to be a very nice place. There is a small Co-op supermarket opposite the Inn.

Stayed in May 2024

Nothing

Clean fresh

Stayed in May 2024

Location staff decor

Stayed in May 2024

room nicely decorated, great bathroom

Stayed in May 2024

Great location, if you are visiting Blenheim Palace. Friendly welcoming staff.

Stayed in May 2024

Had a front bedroom and no double glazing, had to have the window open and it was so noisy with traffic but if I stayed there again I would ask for a room that wasn’t in the front of the building

Great proximity for Blenheim Palace, room very spacious. Breakfast average unless you preferred the cooked option

Stayed in May 2024

Parking could be a "pickle" unless you were Charming to the team, so , no problem for me :-) The rules about everything were very firmly reminded at every juncture, which is indicative of their previous encounters. The value added option of being given a room specific Thermos flask of fresh milk for the next morning`s early cup of tea was a touch of Pub class !!

The Punchbowl was a real find for a 2 night stay to visit Oxford as it was within easy reach of transport in. A good welcome and finding a FAB looking room was a great start, Apart from super customer service from the team and being in the delightful Woodstock village, I have to highlight that the food offer was exceptional !! from the simple Scampi option (that enticed me to eat the salad???) to the Absolutely Magnificent (at £12.50, it had better be) Breakfast, which was easily in my top 3 EVER !! OMG, you are in walking distance of the free part around Blenheim Palace lakes.....stunning. (Green gate)

Stayed in May 2024

Tv in room wouldn’t properly connect to the internet, was able to fix it myself by restarting, minor inconvenience nothing more

Booked it as it was close to Clarkson’s Farm, would come again for the facilities, room was amazing, bed was so comfy we didn’t want to get up, food at dinner was amazing. Staff friendly and welcoming

Stayed in May 2024

Literally nothing to dislike

We LOVED this place. From the moment we parked up to being greeted by a smiley, helpful and welcoming chap, it was all amazing. The beautiful room topped it off (we had a King size room with a balcony). The wine served in the bar was delicious, as was our evening meal and breakfast. As for the location, it’s unbeatable. Can’t wait to return! Thank you Punchbowl Inn

Stayed in April 2024

Gorgeous large spacious comfortable room. Attentive staff Evening meal & breakfast were excellent! Would definitely return. Fabulous location

Stayed in April 2024

Beds were quite narrow if you are in a twin room and I am a slim woman. We had an odd experience in the bar in the evening and were sent up to are rooms at 10pm rather abruptly and in not the friendliest way. I understand staff want to go home but it could have been said in a kinda way rather than feeling shooed up to our rooms. Otherwise the staff were lovely and friendly through our other engagements with them.

Room was lovely

Stayed in March 2024

Struggled a little with the parking. Not enough local car parks.

Very welcoming. Staff very helpful & happy. Loved Jenny's singing.Very clean. Great food & choice. Quirky & characterful building.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing of note

clean and comfortable room, very friendly staff. The food at night and bfast was very nice. Woodstock is a great place to stay

Stayed in March 2024

Hot water too cool on two occasions. But improved when staff made aware of problem. Breakfast ended a little early.

Room was spacious and clean. Bathroom clean and good standard. Breakfast freshly cooked and tasty. Staff friendly.

Stayed in March 2024

Dog friendly, Clean and comfortable. The food was good too, although we didn’t have breakfast.

The Punchbowl was in a good location for our visit. It was very dog friendly and the staff made us feel very welcome.

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing

Lovely vibe, the room was immaculate and so welcoming

Stayed in February 2024

Early closing last orders 9 o’clock fri night Sat night 9-30 Had to go to a different pub with some other guests for normal last orders 11 o’clock

Food good , great location , and free car parking , we had room 1 it has been refurbished nice big room

Stayed in February 2024

The only small criticism we have is the radiator in our room wasn’t working on the second night of our stay. This was quickly resolved by the staff who moved us to another room where the heating was fine.

We love the results of the refurbishment work which have been undertaken at the Punchbowl Inn and it is a very warm and welcoming place to stay. The staff were excellent and went over and beyond.

Stayed in February 2024

An earlier check in time would be better however that being said when we arrived early the staff let us check in to our room.

The breakfast was lovely, excellent location so close to Blenheim Palace.

Stayed in December 2023