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Just 5 miles from the city centre of Oxford, The Bear and Ragged Staff offers fantastic homemade food, free parking, and free Wi-Fi. You can relax in its cosy olde worlde bar, beside a roaring log fire.

historic. beautiful building. staff very pleasant. breakfast great

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9.2
Wonderful
1,212 reviews
Price from
$140
per night

Providing free WiFi, parking on-site and a garden, the recently renovated property of Sandford Meadow Guest House, offers rooms in Oxford, 8.9 km from University of Oxford and 21 km from Blenheim Palace. The property features garden views and is 31 km from Notley Abbey and 45 km from Newbury Racecourse. The accommodation provides full-day security and luggage storage space for guests.

Lovely hosts, very easy access into Oxford, peaceful, comfortable location

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9
Wonderful
147 reviews
Price from
$86
per night

Offering quiet street views, Sandfield Guest House is an accommodation located in Oxford, 4.2 km from University of Oxford and 16 km from Blenheim Palace. This guest house provides free private parking, full-day security and free WiFi. The accommodation offers a concierge service and private check-in and check-out for guests.

I recently stayed at this hotel and was thoroughly impressed. It was impeccably clean, with great facilities that added to the comfort of my stay. The rooms were quiet and well soundproofed, providing a peaceful environment. Paul, the owner, was incredibly welcoming and always ready to help. Highly recommend this hotel for a pleasant stay.

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9.2
Wonderful
83 reviews
Price from
$125
per night

The Porterhouse Grill & Rooms is a 2 minute walk from Oxford train station, a 5-minute walk to the Castle Quarter. Oxford city centre is less than a mile from the property.

Guests may enjoy their breakfast, lunch or dinner at the Porterhouse Grill, which features a menu particularly focusing on British steak, cooked over locally sourced charcoal, in a Bertha oven. The property's bar offers a range of hand-pulled ales, wines and cocktails.

The staff were amazing! The room was nice and clean. a good size too. Breakfast was really nice too.

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8.9
Excellent
1,098 reviews
Price from
$299
per night

Just a few minutes’ walk from Oxford city centre, the Head of the River is situated on the banks of the scenic River Thames. This traditional inn features a riverside terrace and a stylish restaurant.

The elegant bedrooms are individually decorated, and some have river views. All rooms feature a TV and a private modern bathroom with free toiletries. Guests will find bathrobes and slippers in some rooms.

Fun location right on the Thames. But an easy walk into the central part of Oxford. On site pub was a great meeting spot. Full breakfast included.

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8.1
Very Good
1,978 reviews
Price from
$228
per night

Located 700 metres from Oxford's historical city centre, Newton House offers accommodation with full fibre WiFi access throughout and on-site private parking (first come first served). A short walk away from the River Thames & Christ Church College allowing you to experience Oxford in comfort, whilst avoiding traffic and extra transport costs.

Crew was super nice and helpful. Place was cosy and quite.

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8
Very Good
1,450 reviews
Price from
$150
per night

Overlooking the Queen’s College sports grounds, the Sportsview Guest House offers free on-site parking. Free Wi-Fi is available and Oxford’s River Isis is just a 5-minute walk away.

Grandpont Nature Park is a 10-minute journey away on foot and Oxford city centre is less than 15 minutes’ walk away. Oxford Rail Station is just over 1-mile from the guest house.

Great place to stay in Oxford. Room and bathroom were squeaky clean, beds were comfortable. Our room was right next to reception, but it was very quiet. Breakfast is continental, simple but delicious - if it's not included in your rate, you need to book it in advance. Staff was very helpful and late arrival and self-check-in - easy. Communication with the property was great. It's outside the old town, but fairly close - we walked everywhere. We'd happily stay at Sportsview Guesthouse again.

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8.1
Very Good
1,414 reviews
Price from
$127
per night

Located in Oxford and with University of Oxford reachable within 5.1 km, The Black Boy provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a bar. The property is around 16 km from Blenheim Palace, 21 km from Notley Abbey and 49 km from Cliveden House.

At the inn, all rooms include a desk and a flat-screen TV. At The Black Boy every room is fitted with bed linen and towels.

The nearest airport is London Heathrow Airport, 69 km from the inn.

Great location in a lovely town close to Oxford. Parking in front. Quiet old area to walk. Charming staff and lovely, quiet room with a beautifully made bed. The pub and restaurant are excellent! Special thanks to Kathleen serving breakfast. So cheerful and helpful.

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8.8
Excellent
494 reviews
Price from
$165
per night

With free WiFi, this guest house provides a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchenette with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are provided in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

The place was superb clean, the host was really nice, the bus stop is really close.

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8.6
Excellent
127 reviews
Price from
$108
per night

At the guest house, each unit includes a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

Notley Abbey is 27 km from the guest house, while Newbury Racecourse is 46 km from the property. The nearest airport is London Heathrow Airport, 74 km from Milka's.

Good location (short walk into town, but less busy area meant quiet in the evenings). Had a small issue on arrival, but staff were very helpful and did more than requested to ensure I was comfortable.

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8.2
Very Good
245 reviews
Price from
$152
per night

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Guest Houses That Travelers Love in Oxford

  • 7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 967 reviews
    Incredibly nice host. Great location for access to Oxford, quiet room
    Jim
    Solo traveler
  • 6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 576 reviews
    Host very welcoming and friendly. I was able to use an off road parking space in front of the guest house. On a good bus route to city centre, Good selection of toast and cereal for breakfast. Room clean and comfortable with plenty of hot water. I was in a very quiet room at the back of the house.
    Alison
    Young couple
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,450 reviews
    Great location. Comfy and quiet. Amir and Martyn are great hosts.
    isabel
    Group
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 17 reviews
    Lovely house in a quiet neighbourhood with a great host. I spend two weeks with Melody and I really felt at home. With the busses it‘s quite fast to reach the city centre (especially if you‘re used to living in bigger cities) or — if you feel sporty — you can walk a 45 minutes through the fields of port meadow among the oxen’s. I really liked it!
    Luca
    Solo traveler
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 480 reviews
    The barn is wonderfully finished and very quiet and cozy. The location is very convenient, close to Oxford city center and in the meantime in the beautiful and peaceful countryside. Donna is a great host, constantly looking after guests needs and comfort.
    Martino
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 202 reviews
    comfortable room, quiet neighborhood, welcoming hosts, good location, only a short bus ride to Oxford city centre, the 1 hour walk along river Thames to Oxford city center is also very nice, reasonable price
    Chai Man Peter
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,098 reviews
    Excellent location. Short walk into Oxford and for the New Theatre. Staff were great hosts. Food was excellent. Quiet location - we've stayed in central Oxford before and it can be very noisy (sirens and revellers). This was ideal. Lovely old building. Room was clean, comfortable and great location - short walk into the city centre and all the sight seeing you want.
    Barbara
    Young couple
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 473 reviews
    Very nice studio in a great location. The studio was clean and very comfortable, during the night it was very quiet even though it is rather close to a busy road. It is within walking distance of the city centre. Overall it had a very high standard for Oxford accommodation and great value for money. Friendly and very helpful host! We would definitely stay here again.
    Eva
    Group
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 472 reviews
    Green Gables guesthouse is a home from home experience. Mr & Mrs Bella are fantastic hosts, lovely interaction with guests. Breakfast was great & room was exceptionally clean. Great location & only a 10 minute bus ride to Oxford City Centre. The bus stop is outside the property. My husband & myself will definitely stay here again & would recommend a visit.
    Philomena
    Young couple
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 473 reviews
    Great location: easy walking distance to the city centre, but in a quiet residential area. Andrew (the host) was terrific to us-- helpful and understanding--and he even went out of his way to get us complimentary tickets to the football match! The apartment was spacious and comfortable with plenty of light.
    David W
    Young couple

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