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The Aviator Hotel

4.4(822)
Hotel

About

The Aviator Hotel in Northampton combines Art Deco style with rich aviation history, overlooking Sywell Aerodrome's active airfield. Originally a WWII Pilot’s Clubhouse and Officer’s Mess, it offers a distinctive setting for business events with multiple hangar-based function spaces accommodating 5 to 500 guests.

The hotel features casual rooms alongside a retro-style restaurant and bar where guests can enjoy views of vintage aircraft and airfield activity. Its location near Silverstone makes it a practical choice for corporate stays and events blending hospitality with a unique aviation atmosphere.

Best for

  • Airfield-view client dinners
  • Small to mid-size conferences & meetings
  • Historic venue for awards & private dining

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Art Deco design with rich WWII aviation heritage
Architecture & History
Art Deco design with rich WWII aviation heritage
Originally the Pilot’s Clubhouse and Officer’s Mess during the Second World War, the hotel has been restored to showcase its Art Deco glory while preserving aviation memorabilia and historic details.
Overlooks Sywell Aerodrome airfield
Location
Overlooks Sywell Aerodrome airfield
Guests can enjoy views of a bustling airfield with active biplanes, wing-walking displays, and historic aircraft, creating a unique aviation atmosphere directly from the hotel and restaurant.
Retro-style restaurant with generous portions
Food & Beverage
Retro-style restaurant with generous portions
The Aviator Restaurant offers a varied menu featuring dishes like perfectly cooked sirloin steak and haddock and chips, praised for quality and large servings in a setting with subdued lighting and a posh feel.

At a glance

Rated 4.4 on Google · 822 reviews