About this property
Dating back to 1604, this former hunting lodge offers traditional, spacious accommodation in the heart of Oakham, Rutland’s county town. Each room at the privately owned Old Wisteria feature a private bathroom. Rooms enjoy a tranquil setting, and also each include tea and coffee facilities, a flat-screen TV, ample work space and free high-speed internet. Being centrally located, guests at this friendly and welcoming hotel have good road and rail access, including direct links to Stansted Airport and major cities. Oakham Rail Station is just 0.5 miles away. Pleasant, natural and unspoilt countryside surrounds Oakham. Beautiful views of Rutland Water are just a 10-minute drive away, with several picturesque villages also nearby. Please be advised parking is limited and reserving a spot is not possible.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jim
United Kingdom
“Great staff, location was good, and so was the restaurant.” - Gary
New Zealand
“Welcoming staff. Clean and comfortable accommodation with a tasty breakfast included.” - Fiona
United Kingdom
“Good breakfasts, didn't use the restaurant or bar as had other plans. so cannot comment.” - Peta
United Kingdom
“The location is superb. Our twin room was spacious. Staff very friendly & excellent restaurant” - Pauline
United Kingdom
“Although we had to change rooms for our 2nd night (due to the hotel being very busy) it was made as easy as possible for us” - Pauline
United Kingdom
“Breakfast was very good with plenty of choice. Evening meals were excellent with lovely serving staff.” - Neda
United Kingdom
“I stayed with my family ( 2 adults 2 children ) in a family room. It was spacious and comfortable. Bed lining and towels were excellent quality. Very clean room and bathroom. We had dinner and breakfast. Food was delicious and portions were...” - John
United Kingdom
“Every thing about this hotel is good .... Apart from the carpark” - Kathleen
United Kingdom
“The bed was extremely comfortable and the room spacious. Breakfast was ample and delicious The location is very convenient” - Tim
United Kingdom
“Room was very nice and recently decorated, the bed was very comfy and a good waterfall shower in the bath. Staff were sufficiently attentive and very friendly. A small car park at the hotel, as expected, but parking on South Street was only...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.




The fine print
Children are welcome when accompanied by parents.
Please advise the hotel in advance of any late arrivals.This can be done using the contact details on your booking confirmation.
Pre-booking is required for the restaurant, some restrictions may apply at certain times of the year.
Please note that payment will be taken on the day of arrival at the hotel. The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorize credit cards within a day prior to arrival and to release rooms where authorization has not been successful.
From April 12th, 2021 to September 30th, 2021, the parking will have reduced places to only seven spaces.
For groups of 5 rooms or more booked different terms will apply.
Please inform Wisteria Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.