Title: The Head of the River Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Head of the River Eco-certified inn with restaurant and bar/lounge ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4400000/4395200/4395170/72db99b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4400000/4395200/4395170/1b3fa3e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfy Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4400000/4395200/4395170/b46a9628.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfy Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4400000/4395200/4395170/3432092f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4400000/4395200/4395170/6a105d0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Head of the River offers a peaceful retreat in Oxford City Centre. Enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant, relax in the garden, or unwind at the bar. Free WiFi in each room. Staff can guide visitors to Christ Church College and University of Oxford. 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - - Bar - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi £161 includes taxes & fees 19 Oct - 20 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 1 - Oct 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-01&endDate=2025-10-02&selected=4395170&PinnedHotelID=4395170&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-01&endDate=2025-10-02&selected=4395170&PinnedHotelID=4395170&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 2 - Oct 3](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=4395170&PinnedHotelID=4395170&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=4395170&PinnedHotelID=4395170&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 3 - Oct 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=4395170&PinnedHotelID=4395170&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=4395170&PinnedHotelID=4395170&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 10 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=4395170&PinnedHotelID=4395170&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=4395170&PinnedHotelID=4395170&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Comfy Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4400000/4395200/4395170/5cd9c3a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfy Room 9.0 Wonderful 13 reviews ### Highlights Heating Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Sofa bed - double Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Espresso maker - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Indulgence Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4400000/4395200/4395170/2e26eda2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Indulgence Room 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Espresso maker Coffee/tea maker Free bottled water - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Cosy Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4400000/4395200/4395170/9754621f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Cosy Room 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews ### Highlights Heating Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Espresso maker Coffee/tea maker - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4400000/4395200/4395170/ddb3c210.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room 8.6 Excellent 4 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Espresso maker Coffee/tea maker Free bottled water - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOxford-Hotels-The-Head-Of-The-River.h4395170.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOxford-Hotels-The-Head-Of-The-River.h4395170.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Oxford City Centre, a neighbourhood in Oxford, The Head of the River is near a train station and on the waterfront. Thames River and Wittenham Clumps reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Oxford Ice Rink and Waterperry Gardens. Millets Farm Centre and Didcot Railway Centre are also worth visiting. [Visit our Oxford travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford.dx9272) [View more Inns in Oxford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Inns.d9272-aaInns.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.74663%2C-1.25636&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uFZf6mzjH07if5WZUuwrlUiCUs4=) Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford, England, OX1 4LB ### What's nearby - University of Oxford - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Christ Church College - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles - Oxford Castle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - New Theatre Oxford - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Bodleian Library - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Oxford Station - 17 min walk - Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 63 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Curzon Oxford - ‬8 min walk - ‪Maya’s - ‬8 min walk - ‪George & Danver - ‬5 min walk - ‪JOE & THE JUICE - ‬8 min walk - ‪Pret A Manger - ‬8 min walk ## About this property ### The Head of the River Upscale eco-certified inn near University of Oxford Consider a stay at The Head of the River and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a bar. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, The Head of the River, offers lunch and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this inn include: - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) and smoke-free property - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location Room features All guest rooms at The Head of the River include amenities, such as free WiFi, espresso makers and free bottled water. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Electric kettles, heating and housekeeping ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy. ## Similar properties ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21785/753de1f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton Oxford City Centre - Spa - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.8 Excellent 683 reviews £162 includes taxes & fees 12 Oct - 13 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=21785&PinnedHotelID=21785&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Superior Double Room, Terrace | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18920000/18913200/18913127/2c9c7bb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### George Street Hotel Oxford City Centre - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Food and drink - Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 to 15 per person - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - The Head of the River ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (on request) ### Outdoors - Garden - On a river - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Front entrance ramp - Handrails in stairways (89 centimetre high) - Lever door handles - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Visual fire alarm - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (107 centimetre high) - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - 3 floors - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Espresso maker - Free bottled water ### More - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:30 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 10.00 to 15.00 per person - Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Head River Head River Inn Head River Inn Oxford Head River Oxford Head Of The River Hotel Oxford The Head of the River Inn The Head of the River Oxford The Head of the River Inn Oxford ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Head of the River pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Head of the River? > As of 1 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Head of the River on 19 Oct 2025 start from £160.71, including 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-The-Head-Of-The-River.h4395170.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Head of the River? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at The Head of the River? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at The Head of the River? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Where is The Head of the River located? > Located in Oxford City Centre, this eco-certified inn is within a 5-minute walk of Thames River and University of Oxford. Thames Path and Christ Church Meadows are just steps away. Oxford Station is 17 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Head of the River Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.6 Eco-friendliness ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 342 8 - Good 239 6 - Okay 56 4 - Poor 35 2 - Terrible 7 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristen B. 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great room, lovely breakfast, fantastic location next to the river. ##### Kristen B. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louise 4 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent location and staff. Highly recommended ##### Louise Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert 28 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good location ##### Robert Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 3 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Amazing rooms, great location, exceptional service. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MaryJane 27 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities This is the best boutique hotel in which i have ever stayed. The breakfast was excellent and the rooms well appointed. Lovely to be adjacent to the Thames. Unbeatable! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e99acabd-fd2c-452b-8f4d-a57785ac5f11-1753598741330.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### MaryJane Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine 27 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Bed and breakfast feel! Beautiful property. ##### Christine Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lida 14 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very good food and the accommodation is great ##### Lida Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Katy 3 Jun 2025 #### Great stay Lovely riverside pub with well decorated rooms. Bed was comfy and nice pillows. Good selection of complimentary tea and coffee and nice to have biscuits! A bit noisy if you have a bar side room but other than that a great stay. ##### Katy Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 15 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### I cannot wait to return! Our experience at The Head of the River was just perfect. The property was unique, ideally located, and oozing with great energy. The pub/restaurant was excellent and the staff was the absolute best. The rooms were lovely and comfortable. Cannot recommend highly enough! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fa3ba9e1-c86a-4a3c-a0a0-916b87faae93-1747301730690.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/263ea097-5c54-4eef-9242-1af2e72d09a8-1747301730122.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samrah 16 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful, laid back, clean, on-the-water pub with very charming rooms & great breakfast that was included in the room rate. Great dining menu, outdoor terrace always busy. Overall a very friendly & accommodating staff. Walkable to City Centre, Christ Church, Ashmolean, Botanical Gardens, groceries, train station, you name it! Loved it! Special thanks to Emms & the gentleman managing the guests on the outdoor terrace. ![Room with a view](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b8e6861c-e15b-47c4-9330-f7f507ea9487-1750081493517.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Charming exterior](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b2b81336-c2ca-4f25-924d-02c313bd20e8-1750081493733.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Charming interior](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7336f31d-ceab-4083-a7f3-4bec1982ebda-1750081493265.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Breakfast](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ca8d792e-864c-4daf-807a-41420425634e-1750081493978.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Samrah Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucy 1 Nov 2024 Great accommodation with lovey staff and great pub ! ##### Lucy Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LYNN 7 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Had a great stay at Head of the River this weekend. Hotel and staff were great. ##### LYNN Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### sienna 16 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities loved the stay ##### sienna Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel 16 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A wonderful last minute stay! The staff were friendly and welcoming, the pub setting by the river is great and our room was perfectly appointed with comfy bed and pillows and premium teas & coffees. Breakfast was included and the offering was just what we like. We’ll definitely be back, a faultless stay. ##### Daniel Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecka 6 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location and cozy We loved our stay! It was close to the major sights as well as the bus station and right by the river. Such cozy hotel and comfortable beds. We had a family room which was a good size and we enjoyed the complementary tea and coffee in the room. Nice pub and outdoor space. ##### Rebecka Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew 19 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good polite flexible service. ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott 22 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Loved It Great property in a great location - right on the Thames and a 5 minute walk to Oxford. ##### Scott Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Irena 12 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Great location and delicious meals. ##### Irena Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie 24 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a great stay at The Head of the River. Our room was really comfy - and our dog Bert was made really welcome too. Breakfast was exceptional. ##### Melanie Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Asha 14 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Love this place, never fails. ##### Asha Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Larry 30 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Convenient location and walkable to town. Staff was friendly and helpful. ##### Larry Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### vasvi 14 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location, quaint atmosphere! ##### vasvi Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### veena 29 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful place to stay and relax ##### veena Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 24 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful play to stay and eat The Head of the River was a really nice place to stay. It was close to all key Oxford sites and easily walkable. Parking was a short shuttle to lot and cheap. The Inn has great indoor and outdoor dining areas. The Inn's food was wonderful. Breakfast was amazing with lots of options. The room was very clean and spacious. Everything you need is in the room including fridge with water. I highly recommend staying and eating here. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen 31 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Love this property, everything you could ask for. Great food, lovely room with such character, great breakfast. Close to all the top spots in Oxford and close to the railway station and bus drop off from London. ##### Helen Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Osney Arms Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-The-Osney-Arms-Guest-House.h6574099.Hotel-Information) > > [easyhotel Oxford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Easyhotel-Oxford.h65706183.Hotel-Information) > > [Oxford Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Oxford-Guest-House.h27369550.Hotel-Information) > > [University of Oxford, St Hugh's College - Campus Accommodation](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-University-Of-Oxford.h30551400.Hotel-Information) > > [Mount Pleasant Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Mount-Pleasant-Hotel.h35540366.Hotel-Information) > > [The Tower Hotel, by Thistle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-Tower-Hotel.h2479.Hotel-Information) > > [Sportsview Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Sportsview-Guest-House.h15475899.Hotel-Information) > > [Sofitel London Heathrow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Sofitel-London-Heathrow.h1740977.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Mercure-Oxford-Hawkwell-House-Hotel.h554934.Hotel-Information) > > [Marlborough house hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Marlborough-House-Hotel.h24315679.Hotel-Information) > > [The Oxford House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-The-Oxford-House.h21354897.Hotel-Information) > > [Red Mullions Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Red-Mullions-Guest-House.h12475734.Hotel-Information) > > [voco Oxford Spires by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Voco-Oxford-Spires.h520298.Hotel-Information) > > [Newton House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Newton-House.h7499101.Hotel-Information) > > [Athena Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Athena-Guest-House.h12591862.Hotel-Information) > > [Remont Oxford Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Remont-Oxford-Hotel.h18173360.Hotel-Information) > > [The Tree Hotel at Iffley](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-The-Tree-Hotel-At-Iffley.h11899956.Hotel-Information) > > [Strand Palace Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-Strand-Palace-Hotel.h179.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Oxford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Oxford.h12774838.Hotel-Information) > > [Titanic Hotel Liverpool](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Liverpool-Hotels-Titanic-Hotel-Liverpool.h7763320.Hotel-Information) > > [InterContinental London - The O2 by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-InterContinental-London-The-O2.h11518997.Hotel-Information) > > [St. Margaret's Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-St-Margarets-Hotel.h33411621.Hotel-Information) > > [Conifers Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Conifers-Guest-House.h33339279.Hotel-Information) > > [Linton Lodge Hotel, BW Signature Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Oxford-Linton-Lodge-Hotel.h455423.Hotel-Information) > > [The Galaxie](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-The-Galaxie.h11899953.Hotel-Information) > > [Cotswold Lodge Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Cotswold-Lodge-Hotel.h1209522.Hotel-Information) > > [voco Oxford Thames by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Voco-Oxford-Thames-Hotel.h80393.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westwood Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-The-Westwood-Hotel.h1680521.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Jurys-Inn-Oxford.h12654.Hotel-Information) > > [Ethos Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Ethos-Hotel.h2141928.Hotel-Information)