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River Hotel in Oxford, England

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8.2|Great
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From$157 /nightOnly on Our Website-10%
Check-in
28Oct
Check-out
29Oct
Guests
2 Guests
Key details

About the Property

17 Botley Road, Oxford
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Close to the city center
Great
8.2
8.5
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4.5
4.5
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Riverside hotel in Oxford with garden on the Thames

Amenities

The hotel provides private parking on site and an electric vehicle charging station. Guests have access to a shared lounge and TV area, as well as a bar with an honesty system for drinks. Safety is ensured with CCTV in common areas and outside property, smoke alarms, and safety deposit boxes available at reception.

Rooms

Each of the 16 rooms is individually designed and includes a desk, flat-screen TV, and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms offer a view of the hotel garden that leads down to the River Thames. All rooms come with a private bathroom and complimentary bottled water.

Dining

The hotel restaurant serves a traditional English breakfast with views over the River Thames. Vegetarian and other dietary requirements are catered for at breakfast. Guests can also purchase drinks from the honesty bar in the lounge.

Location

River Hotel is located 300 metres from Oxford Rail Station and sits on the Thames Path. Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology is less than 1 km away, and the University of Oxford is 2.2 km from the property. The hotel is also a 5-minute walk from the city centre and close to the Museum of the History of Science (1.5 km).

Family & Business

Family rooms are available, and board games and puzzles are provided for children. Meeting and banquet facilities can accommodate business events. Concierge service, luggage storage, and private check-in/check-out add convenience for all guests.

Highlights

Location: 300m from Oxford Rail Station, on the Thames Path

Dining: Traditional English breakfast overlooking the river

Amenities: Private parking with EV charging station

Rooms: Individually designed rooms with garden views

Family: Family rooms and board games available

Bar: Honesty bar with self-service drinks

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll through the historic Christ Church Meadow for stunning views.
  • Try the famous Oxford delicacy, the 'Oxford sausage' at The Eagle.
  • Visit the Ashmolean Museum for world-class art and history exhibits.
  • Explore the Covered Market for local delicacies and unique crafts.
  • Discover the hidden gem, The Bodleian Library, for its stunning architecture.

Select your room type

River Hotel features a range of room types across England, from double and family rooms to suites, with breakfast, free cancellation, and special offers included
  • Single Room Private Bathroom Non En-suite
    2 persons
    9 m²
    1 Single bed
    Bathtub
    Heating
  • Double Room Private Bathroom Non En-suite
    2 persons
    12 m²
    1 Double bed
    Bathtub
    Heating
  • Standard Double Room Ensuite Bathroom
    2 persons
    12 m²
    1 Double bed
    Bathtub
    Heating
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Facilities

River Hotel provides amenities to make your stay in England comfortable and memorable
Facilities: Very good
7.7/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Tennis court

Services

  • Housekeeping

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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River Hotel: Location in England

17 Botley Road, Oxford
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Getting around England
  • City Centre
    Oxford 12 min  ·  1 km
  • Airports
    Gloucestershire (GLO) 108 min  ·  72 km
    London Heathrow (LHR) 125 min  ·  82.9 km
  • Bus
    Bus stop 3 min  ·  200 m
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-21:00
Check-out
until 11 am
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP 15.0 per person.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
German, Italian
Number of rooms:
16

Guest Reviews and Ratings

What previous guests said about staying at River Hotel.
Breakfast
8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Comfort
8.3/10
Facilities
7.7/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.6/10
Location
9.3/10
Paid Wi-Fi
10.0/10
Staff
9.3/10
Value for money
8.0/10
Pros
Convenient location
Helpful staff
Delicious breakfast
River view
Cons
Dated decor
Small room
Guest reviews
based on 767 reviews
8.2/10
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