Title: The Ridings Guest House 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 Ridings Guest House Guesthouse with free parking, near Thames River ![Double Room, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2960000/2951500/2951427/433f5d17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2960000/2951500/2951427/38f362bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2960000/2951500/2951427/479567af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2960000/2951500/2951427/0fe66378.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2960000/2951500/2951427/3304e11d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Ridings Guest House, steps from Christ Church College, offers a quiet escape with a peaceful garden. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOxford-Hotels-The-Ridings-Guest-House.h2951427.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOxford-Hotels-The-Ridings-Guest-House.h2951427.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C51.73633%2C-1.25141&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xKK9nvLryNhaQQzrrXKug4_UpLc=) 280 Abingdon Road, Oxford, England, OX1 4TA #### What's nearby - Thames Path - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - University of Oxford - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Christ Church College - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Oxford Castle - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles - New Theatre Oxford - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles #### Getting around - Oxford Station - 10 min drive - Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 60 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Alchemist - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Head of the River, Oxford - ‬16 min walk - ‪The Slow & Steady - ‬11 min walk - ‪The Isis Farmhouse - ‬14 min walk - ‪The Independent Cafe - ‬18 min walk ## About this property ### The Ridings Guest House Guest house near Thames River The Ridings Guest House provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at The Ridings Guest House have amenities, such as free WiFi. ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4400000/4395200/4395170/72db99b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Head of the River Oxford City Centre - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.6 Excellent 683 reviews £119 includes taxes & fees 16 Nov - 17 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=4395170&PinnedHotelID=4395170&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - No housekeeping service - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Limited room service ### More - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM Late check-in subject to availability ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 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 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### 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 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 Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Ridings Guest House Ridings Guest House Oxford Ridings Oxford Ridings Guest House Guesthouse Oxford Ridings Guest House Guesthouse The Ridings Guest House Oxford The Ridings Guest House Guesthouse The Ridings Guest House Guesthouse Oxford ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Ridings Guest House pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Ridings Guest House? > Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at The Ridings Guest House? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at The Ridings Guest House? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is The Ridings Guest House located? > Located in South Oxford, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Thames River and Thames Path. Pembroke College and Tom Tower are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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