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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.

We only stayed one night but were extremely pleased with our adorable room, as well as the staff and property accommodations . The pub is also quite lovely

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9.2
Superb
1,175 reviews
Price from
£110.25
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.

Excellent location - super nice host

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9
Superb
133 reviews
Price from
£63
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.

The Sandfield Guest House is lovely place and excellent to stay in Oxford. Free Wi-fi, clean and very comfortable room. In my opinion 10/10. Sandfield is located on a main road leading into Oxford, making getting into the city by bus very easy. Of course you can also walk to the centre - only 20 minutes. I stayed in the single room, which was comfortable and had a nice private bathroom accessible on the floor. Paul, the owner, is wonderful man. He welcomed me personally and explain everything to me in detail. I would recommend to my friends, and maybe I will come back here in near future:-)))

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9.2
Superb
78 reviews
Price from
£75
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.

Everything was truly exceptional. Great staff, superb environment.

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8.9
Fabulous
1,068 reviews
Price from
£192
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.

Staff were very helpful, meals were terrific. Loved the decor. Parking not too much of a problem seeing as the hotel is in the middle of town.

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8.1
Very good
2,016 reviews

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.

The warm greeting by the manager made me immediately feel at home although I arrived after his off hours and he stayed to greet me. We started a conversation that was quite amusing and highly entertaining. And I must say that meeting him was the highlight of my stay at Newton House. I hope you are fortunate enough to share a cup of pressed coffee and baked goods although it is not automatically included. Just a warm-hearted gesture from my lovey host. And yes, the bed was most comfortable and the room quite cozy! It was either a nice walk to town which I did on several occasions or the bus stop is right in front. It was a fantastic choice for my stay in Oxford. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay again!

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8.1
Very good
1,377 reviews
Price from
£90
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.

Good location for sightseeing, clean, the staff is very kind, good quality for the price

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8.1
Very good
1,384 reviews
Price from
£71.25
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.

comfortable room and delicious breakfast, friendly staff and good location.

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8.8
Fabulous
484 reviews
Price from
£130
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.

Having a full house at my disposal.

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8.5
Very good
119 reviews
Price from
£85
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.

Clean, functional, easy to reach, very friendly, efficient and supportive staff

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8.2
Very good
236 reviews
Price from
£68.88
per night

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  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 13 reviews
    Really well furnished and clean apartment with excellent facilities. Great location, very close to shops, amenities and bus stop to travel straight into Oxford City Centre. Hosts are great, really good communication, and went out of their way to help us when we had a minor emergency. Highly recommend this apartment.
    Oliver
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £105
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 571 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
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,377 reviews
    Great location. Comfy and quiet. Amir and Martyn are great hosts.
    isabel
    Group
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 16 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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £145
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 472 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
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 191 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
  • Avg. price/night: £216
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,068 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
     · 472 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
     · 477 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
     · 472 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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