The Royal Oak

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Lunch and dinner served
Comfort Room
Comfort Room | Bathroom
Cottage (Mulberry) | Living area
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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Pook Lane, East Lavant, Chichester, England, PO19 0AX
  • Place, South Downs National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Goodwood
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Goodwood Motor Circuit
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room (Flint)

  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Cottage (Mulberry)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Cottage

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Chichester

In Chichester .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Goodwood and 2 miles (3 km) of Thorney Island with a stay here. Goodwood Motor Circuit and Goodwood Estate Country Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • South Downs National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Goodwood - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Goodwood Motor Circuit - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Thorney Island - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Goodwood Racecourse - 6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Fishbourne Station - 5 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Namaste Punjab - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Loft - Fish & Chips - ‬19 min walk

About this property

The Royal Oak

5-star luxury inn near Goodwood Motor Circuit
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury The Royal Oak. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Chichester inn is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Royal Oak offers 8 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

This Chichester inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night.

Property payment types

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night

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

You need to know

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Royal Oak Inn Chichester
Royal Oak Chichester
The Royal Oak Inn
The Royal Oak Chichester
The Royal Oak Inn Chichester

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Royal Oak to the airport?

The Royal Oak is 34.6 mi (43-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Oak?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Oak on Jun 21, 2026 start from CA $119, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Royal Oak have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Royal Oak.

How close is The Royal Oak to the beach?

This inn is 8 mi (22-min drive) from Prinsted Beach and 9.2 mi (13-min drive) from Bognor Regis Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Royal Oak offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Royal Oak, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Royal Oak?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Royal Oak?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Royal Oak?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Royal Oak have a pool?

The Royal Oak does not have a pool.

Does The Royal Oak have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Royal Oak have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Royal Oak to downtown Chichester?

The Royal Oak is 0.1 mi away from East Lavant.

The Royal Oak Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 134 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

hj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean, spacious room, out the back of a beautiful country pub.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Excellent quality food. The cottage we stayed in was very clean and warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want a cosy country pub with a log fire this is the place, the atmosphere was great along with the food and lovely room. I couldn’t fault it, and has now set the bar high for my next country pub adventure.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Zoe

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, fab breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff in a beautifully located pub. Absolutely delicious breakfast and dinner. Really friendly and welcoming. Recommend 100%
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Full options of drinks and breakfast choice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

martin

Wonderful place to stay

We had a wonderful stay, lovely room, people and food 5 star all round
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfy and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous room & v nice breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff were helpful and friendly Meals were good
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charm and location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice room. Very comfortable bed!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second time we’ve stayed here and we’ll be back. Lovely pub with clean, comfortable rooms and great food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A warm welcome, clean and modernized rooms, and excellent food. Also very convenient for Goodwood Motor Circuit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotlessly clean and very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

carol

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

A great find

lovely pub, very quiet at night, great nights sleep on a clean and comfortable bed, shower was best ever, clean, good pressure and nice and hot. Food was great too, dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

A relaxing break

Lovely quiet cottage, just over the road from a traditional village pub selling great food and beer. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfortable & clean rooms. Good value for money. Would like to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

SIMON

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

Our stay for my Birthday

The Royal Oak is a lovely village pub near Chichester.The staff are all helpful especially Rebecca and Erin and the area is very quiet a good place for a rest.The beds are comfy and the breakfast is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice well decorated room, with comfy bed and spacious well appointed bathroom with nice towels. A good place to stay to recharge the batteries. Set in a pretty village and surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason

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

Nice place

Nice little place, food was good, shower in room was excellent. Very small TV, and the bed was a little too soft for my liking. For a one night stay it was good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

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

Fabulous food and dog friendly

Great last minute one night stay. The food for both dinner and the cooked breakfast the next morning was fantastic and we loved the post dinner drink sitting by the fire. All the rooms are dog friendly and they made our Vizsla feel very welcome with dog bowls, beds and treats all provided.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Would stay again if I was going to Goodwood.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023