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Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel

4.0 star property

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Lunch and dinner served
Bar (on property)
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Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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London Road, Aston Rowant, Watlington, England, OX49 5SQ
  • Place, Chiltern Hills
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Waterstock Golf Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Courtyard View (Courtyard Side)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 Single Bed | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Single Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel

This smoke-free inn features a restaurant, a 24-hour fitness centre and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and dry cleaning. Housekeeping is available on request.
Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel offers 44 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This accommodation is furnished with king sofa beds. This Watlington inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the inn include a 24-hour fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Chiltern Hills. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy British cuisine while dining at Kite Restaurant
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Chiltern Hills and 6 minutes from Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 4 meeting rooms available. A 24-hour fitness centre, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Watlington inn is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and at the weekend from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Kite Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in British cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Kite Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room sofa bed
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Magnifying mirror
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • King sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per accommodation, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.50 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • One child aged 10 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Lambert Arms Inn Watlington
Lambert Arms Watlington
Lambert Hotel Watlington
Lambert Watlington
Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel Watlington
Mercure Thame Lambert Watlington
Mercure Thame Lambert Inn
Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel Inn
Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel Watlington
Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel Inn Watlington

Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 195 out of 502 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 502 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 502 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 502 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 502 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the clean, modern style of the place - in particular the dining room. And the friendly efficiency of the reception staff - also the excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

BEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Indian food menu was excellent, great food. Good choice of drinks. Good breakfast buffet and nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Fraser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great access to m40
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would have given this a 4-5 star rating BUT the TV alarm went off at 02:00 - middle of the night - jolting me awake. WHY??!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the first time staying here, rooms are large and clean with comfy beds but when we arrived in the early evening the room was quite cold and even after turning up the heat it didn't seem to do much. During the night while in bed the heating seem to come on and really warm the room up, not really the time it is needed..Overall it was a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel!

Loved everything about this hotel. Spacious room and comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Demis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed, fantastic pillows, friendly staff, great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

Lovely hotel would go back. Friendly staff and comfortable rooms - lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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6/10 Okay

Wasim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Breakfast could be much better, however evening meals were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and very courteous. Food was freshly prepared and service was good. Everywhere was clean and well kept
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable small friendly hotel with friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Good Hotel

Very Good Hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for Garsington opera goers. Nice location. Pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel service great food was excellent hotel staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Very clean and well decorated. Excellent choices for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Entirely satisfactory

Entirely satisfactory for a one night stay en route to elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent - We were running very late to check in due to Motorway crash but no problem for the hotel. Philip handled it with humour and efficiency Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Byung Woo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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6/10 Okay

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wet friendly staff and great food in the restaurant. Rooms ok but not very good air conditioning
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Has a nice feel about, very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Very nice hotel, clean and modern. Odeal for business trip. Nice little gym too
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lyndee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is great. Perfect location🙂
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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6/10 Okay

Arron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Clean and comfortable but service was a little slow and could be more enthusiastic. Bar closed at 11pm on Sat night and wouldn’t serve 8 of us a nightcap even though we were residents.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Good hotel with very friendly and helpful staff. Thanks to Philip, Trina and Alison with special mention to Aga who was a great host.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Fraser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great overnight
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024