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River Hotel

2.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with restaurant, near Said Business School

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Front of property
Front of property
Front of property
Bar (on property)
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front desk safe
  • Meeting room
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Banquet hall
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Self-parking (surcharge)
The price is €156
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

Family Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Located in an annex building
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Ensuite, Annex Building

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Ensuite, Annex Building

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Detached private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
17 Botley Rd, Oxford, England, OX2 0AA

What's nearby

  • Said Business School - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Oxford Castle - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • New Theatre Oxford - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Christ Church College - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bodleian Library - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Oxford (OXF) - 11 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 66 min drive
  • Oxford Station - 4 min walk
  • Oxford Parkway Station - 9 min drive
  • Abingdon Radley Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Atik - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - Botley Road - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dosa Park - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Oxford Retreat - ‬6 min walk

About this property

River Hotel

River Hotel puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Thames River and University of Oxford. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. This Edwardian hotel is also within a short drive of John Radcliffe Hospital and Blenheim Palace. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, German, Italian

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 20 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • All guests must show a valid passport, driving licence, or other official form of national identification.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • One child (4 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • On-site parking only available on request
  • Uncovered on-site self-parking (GBP 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered on-site extended parking (GBP 10 per night)
  • On-site parking is limited (max. 1 space per unit)

Other information

  • Smoke-free property
  • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Banquet hall
  • Edwardian architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • High chair
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for GBP 10 per stay
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds

Parking

  • Uncovered self-parking costs GBP 10 per night with in/out privileges
  • Uncovered extended parking costs GBP 10 per night
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on-site.
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, debit cards and cash.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property will place a credit card authorization for one night for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.
Property Registration Number Company number 06579302

Also known as

River Hotel Oxford
River Hotel
River Oxford
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Frequently asked questions

Does River Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, River Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at River Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at River Hotel?
Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 10 per night. Extended parking costs GBP 10 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at River Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at River Hotel and nearby?
River Hotel has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near River Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around River Hotel like?
River Hotel is located by the river in Oxford City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Oxford Station and 8 minutes' walk from University of Oxford.

River Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Great staff and a comfortable and welcoming stay
The standout features of this hotel were the friendly welcome and helpfulness of the staff, the breakfast which included a choice of kippers, the view of the Thames from the dining room (I watched an angler catching a fish from the opposite bank and swans and ducks were swimming on the river), the honesty bar and there was a teapot in my room with the tea and coffee and biscuits which I really appreciated. The best of British hospitality and a comfortable cosy room made up for no lift and older facilities, all of which worked well.
Anne, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

One night stay.
Great location, clean, comfortable, lovely staff. Slightly dated, in need of modernising.
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

It was a very nice stay. The staff were very helpful, especially Julian. He did so much for us. And breakfast was tasty and hot.
ROBERT, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Old world charm staff in an old hotel
Staff are very friendly and cook you aspecialised. breakfast. Very centrally located, but lots of road works so frustrating to go in and out of hotel if you plan to use a car to get to the hotel or get about. Hotel probably has not had an upgrade since i950 so expect to see outated carpets, chairs, bathroom and stairs. Hotwater needs to run for 5 minutes before hot water comes through. Old world charm with honesty system bar.
Anthony, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Poor Quality
Sandra, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

john, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Robert, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

An older property, all staff very friendly and a good breakfast. Well located for town and train station
Gaylene, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Had a good stay. The hospitality was commendable.
Murtaza, 5-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

This is a very quaint hotel in a very good location , however very much in need of some tlc . Curtains hanging off rails , mouldy grouting and tattty broken blinds need attention . All very dusty . However , bedding clean and tidy and staff lovely .
Dianne, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great river location with easy access to city
Great location by the river, easy access to the city and lovely river walks. Breakfast good quality well cooked. 27/7 access to the honesty bar. Great welcoming staff.
Mark, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Host accommodated our breakfast requests
Malcolm, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Yi Meng, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Douglas, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Joseph, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very good

Cosy hotel, centrally located with free parking
Excellent service and friendly helpful staff. Excellent location, right next to the train station, plenty of free parking. Hotel was clean and warm despite it being freezing. Our room didn’t have an en suite and had to access our private bathroom across the corridor. Room was cosy, a little old fashion in decor but added to the charm. I would definitely return and recommend.
Gareth, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Just what we needed in Oxford
The River turned out to be just what we needed when visiting the city to see a concert. The location was great as you don’t need a car to get around Oxford, so you can use their free car park and walk ten minutes to the actual city centre. The large building has a lot of character and the breakfast room was delightful, with windows looking out towards the river. There was a good cooked breakfast plus we could have chosen cold items, cereals etc. The bedroom was older style yet was very comfortable with modern conveniences. The staff were pleasant and helpful. I wouldn’t hesitate to book the River Hotel again if I return to Oxford. Because of the lack of a lift and the steps to the front and rear of the hotel, it wouldn’t be suitable for people with serious mobility issues, but for others I would highly recommend staying there.
Susan, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Very quaint cosy hotel by the river, walkable to everywhere , right across Oxford train station , amazing , cosy, clean room , perfect English breakfast, a gem in Oxford . Love it!!
margaret, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Pleasent stay in this small hotel nearby Train station and short walk to city. Stayed once before and still as enjoyable. Nice cooked to order breakfast. Has everything you need there with friendly staff. Their motto is: Large enough to be comfortable.. Small enough to be friendly..
Mr. Lynn, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gerald, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really close to the station and easy walk to the old town. Lovely location on the river and great breakfast.
Noni, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

two night stay in oxford. Great location for train travel. The hotel was very clean and tidy. Breakfast area was very clean and tidy also .Staff were very attentive . The only problem was lack of air conditioning during heatwave.
helen, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The River Hotel was a quaint and lovely place for the three of us! The breakfast was delicious! Our only problems came when 1. We got locked out of the hotel by accident because their receptionist is not available around the clock. And 2. We did not receive maid service or get clean towels. But when we asked for them, the situation was quickly rectified. Ella at the front desk made some excellent recommendations for places to eat. We really appreciated her expertise and kindness. We felt like we were staying in a fairytale cottage. The construction on the bridge was a minor inconvenience, but it was wonderfully easy to walk to the city center.
Diane, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

When we were visiting Oxford, I was reading Dorothy Sayer’s “Gaudy Night”, as one does, and this hotel felt very much like coming out of the book. Yes, most of its furnishings would work very well in that time (including horrible only-hot/only-cold taps), but the service was always like from non-corporeal profit-optimizing times. Very friendly, very human approach. And yes, concerning cleanliness, everything was standard and clean.
8-night family trip
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