Travelodge Thame

I stayed here for one night on a Sunday and got a room for £24.99, a bargain. After checking out on Monday, I headed to Aylesbury’s old market centre before returning to London. I’d picked this place so I could see Thame’s old market town centre, Thame Museum and St Mary's church. Robin Gibb of the Bee Gees once lived in Thame, not far from the church. The Travelodge sits in a 24-hour Esso service area, with a drive-thru Burger King, Subway, drive-thru Starbucks, Gregg's and a small Asda Express. There’s plenty nearby for coffee or an evening meal without going into town. It’s a single-storey hotel that reminded me of the early Travelodge days. Parking is free for guests, first come, first served. The guy at the desk was really helpful, and check-in was quick. My room was clean, tidy and spacious, though a little sparse. There was just one chair, which was fine for me, but with two people one of you would have to sit on the bed. The hotel’s rooms are getting a new design, but that hadn’t happened yet when I visited. The receptionist said it was due soon. The room had what I’d expect from a Travelodge: tea and coffee, a TV, soft white towels, a comfy bed with nice pillows, space beside the bed to charge my phone, and good lighting. After checking in, I walked around town to see the places I’d mentioned, then stopped at the Six Bells, a 16th-Century pub, for a rest and some nice Fuller's beers. It’s a handy base for Thame and Oxford, and maybe Bicester shopping village too. Hope this helps if you’re planning to explore the area. Thanks, H.