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Reviews of voco Oxford Spires, an IHG Hotel 4 stars

Abingdon Road, Oxford, OX1 4PS, United Kingdom

#10 of 47 hotels in Oxford

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 3100 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    10
    Brilliant location, amazing helpful friendly staff in all areas. Love the country setting yet 10 mins walk along the ri
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    £20 per day parking should not be necessary for a hotel out of the centre & with plenty of space to park. Should be included

    Perfect location easy walking distance along Thames to Oxford City Centre.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic location with a pleasant walk along the Thames into the city centre

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The parking fees are an absolute racket and as a hotel guest there should be complimentary of greatly reduced parking charges. An absolute con. For that reason I probably won’t return especially if I’m staying longer than a couple of nights.

    Even though it’s a large hotel because it’s only a couple of stories high it didn’t feel overcrowded. The cleanliness was exceptional. The more mature woman on the front desk this morning was warm and friendly whereas the younger woman when I checked in was friendly but robotic. I think maturity in staff really makes a big difference.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    9.0
    Lovely staff, setting and a very comfy bed!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The swimming pool, steam room and sauna felt more like a leisure centre than a hotel spa experience.

    The staff were lovely, the hotel felt fresh and clean, the surroundings were beautiful and it was easy to get in to the city

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was all great

    Very nice stay in centre of Oxford. We had a weekend exploration trip, andit was totally worth it.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    9.0
    Pleasant value stay close (enough) to the city centre
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    Out of the bustle of the town but within walking distance from it. Fair parking charge compared to other hotels. Nice attention to detail.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    10
    Spontaneous couple getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Excellent service, lovely venue and extremely comfortable. Lilly on the front desk went above and beyond for us. As someone who's 6ft4" she upgraded us to a room with a larger bed to compensate for my height which was extremely thoughtful and greatly appreciated!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    8.0
    Recommended - affordability with a good standard
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Additional charge for parking.

    Room was clean and comfortable. The only issue I had was noise in the morning from the corridor with guests checking out early. The staff were good.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    8.0
    Great base from which to explore Oxford & surrounding countryside
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hot food at breakfast was lukewarm & breakfast coffee wasn’t great

    Quiet, comfortable, friendly & very near centre of Oxford

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    8.0
    Excellent with helpful welcoming staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Tv screen switched on when I arrived and I couldn’t see how to switch off! Ended up turning off at the plug

    Convenient location with parking and very comfortable room. Great meal in the bar

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    9.0
    Great staff and good facilities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Parking price is a little bit steep.

    Fabulous staff and great location just outside the city centre.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    10
    Highly recommend
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Difficult to find your way around .

    Clean, comfortable bed. Helpful staff. Easy access to Oxford. Easy to find. Good breakfast.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    8.0
    Great location if visiting Oxford.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Staff were very friendly. Breakfast great. Drinks slightly expensive.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bar food isn't great. I've eaten there twice now and regretted it both times. Overcooked and just not great quality. Pity, because it's a long walk into town for a meal. And the breakfast was plentiful but a bit canteen-like.

    Comfortable rooms and bath. Easy parking, a rarity in Oxford.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    9.0
    Our visit to Oxford and the Voco Spires was fun & memorable (for all the right reasons!) Thank you!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The restaurant dinner/ meals and service was excellent, however we thought the dining room itself was a little uninspiring and more like a conference room. Maybe some more suitable room dividers, table lamps/ lighting could be used to cheer it up? We usually preferred to eat in the bar area when we could, as it was more cheerful.

    We loved the hotel, the location on the edge of town, our room was very comfortable and the facilities and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Beautiful location as well near the river. We especially appreciated that we could park our car by the hotel and this was the reason we opted to stay with you initially as it was not possible at most of the other hotels in Oxford. The dining quality was excellent - including breakfasts - and we loved the welcoming environment. EVERY member of staff we spoke with was very helpful and friendly. Thank you.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    9.0
    Enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Paying additional £20 day for parking

    Bright clean inviting Good facilities comfortable room. Able to walk into Oxford along river

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    10
    Excellent facilities, room and staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking costs.

    20 mins easy walk to center of town. Excellent breakfast. Spa facilities great and always clean. Pool as well

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    9.0
    Best hotel in central Oxford
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking isn't included in the rate (payable £20 per day), it would be wonderful to offer guests a reduced rate for this - especially those staying longer.

    Very warm and human atmosphere at Voco. The front of house were helpful and approachable (I wish I got their names!). We were made to feel comfortable and looked after during food service by Eldhose, and Mali brought great charism as well as a professional management of the bar and breakfast areas. The hotel room was clean, bed comfortable, food quality is great, the location is great proximity to the city, and the surrounding grounds are lovely.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    9.0
    The Voco Oxford Spires gave us fantastic service and facilities to enjoy Oxford!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing!

    The location of the hotel suited our needs, out of the city centre but easily reached. This is a modern hotel, beautifully decorated and clean. The staff were welcoming, polite and knowledgeable about Oxford. The bedroom was on the ground floor with a patio outside. It was a large room with everything that we needed for a comfortable stay. We enjoyed the leisure facilities and especially the Steam room! The pool was large enough for a swim work-out. Breakfast was varied and excellent in quality and taste with the manager being friendly and helpful. In all, we had a very pleasant stay in The Voco Oxford Spires and will certainly use you again!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional staff , Beautiful hotel !
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bar menu snacks can be more , kids menu soup needs improvement

    The location was serene, loved watching horses every day. Breakfast was great. Staff is attentive & polite. City center is just 10 mins bus ride. Had a park opposite to the hotel which our daughter enjoyed.Elclhose at the f&b was the star of our trip. Exceptional service!!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    9.0
    City break within walking distance of Oxford's greatest hits
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Service charge of 12.5% was added to our food / bar bills, and we were also invited to add a tip, which felt a bit much.

    Location, room, food

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    8.0
    Oxford Spires
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms were a long way away from the reception. Our room 38 was almost as far away as you could get. My wife had a recently fractured ankle, so with the long walk, it was painful at times. The lounge area was quite small for the size of the hotel. There were very few comfortable soft seats. It looked modern and bright but was not made for comfort. The bedroom was cold at times, and the heating was not adjustable.

    Staff were generally friendly, especially the man who seated us for breakfast. He made up for the ones that were just average. Breakfast was very good, plenty of choice hot and cold and all very tasty. Evening food was well presented, plentiful and very nice. The bed was very comfortable and big. The facilities in the bedroom were very good. The room was very quiet, probably due to being so far away. The bathroom was nice, especially having a nice warm shower.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    9.0
    A very enjoyable visit to Oxford thanks to the hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Small matter of one of the lamps not working, probably the bulb. Two of the power/ plugs not working.

    The room was spacious and well equiped. Breakfast excellent. Staff extremely obliging.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    10
    We had very relaxing pleasant stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Location is great and so easy to get a bus into town.Breakfast was very good but the evening meal was even better.The staff were very good when we explained that the room was to far for my wife to walk as she is waiting for knee operation,they moved us a lot nearer to reception.

    Stayed in March 2024

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