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Tower House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse within walking distance of University of Oxford

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom
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In the heart of Oxford City Centre, Tower House offers a charming retreat. Play a round of mini golf, stay connected with public WiFi and take advantage of the computer station.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (2)

  • Computer station
  • Mini golf
The current price is CNY740
CNY888 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Fan
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
15 Ship Street, Oxford, England, OX1 3DA

What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bodleian Library - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • New Theatre Oxford - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Christ Church College - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Oxford Castle - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Oxford (OXF) - 24 min drive
  • Oxford Station - 12 min walk
  • Islip Station - 16 min drive
  • Oxford Parkway Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Knoops - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪White Horse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Plough at 38 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Tower House

Tower House puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of University of Oxford and Thames River. Guests can keep active with onsite mini golf.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Traveling with children

  • Mini golf

What to do

  • Mini golf
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Room amenities

Freshen up

  • Towels

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property is professionally cleaned.

Also known as

Tower House Inn Oxford
Tower House Oxford
Tower House Hotel Oxford
Tower House Inn Oxford
Tower House Oxford
Inn The Tower House Oxford
Oxford The Tower House Inn
The Tower House Oxford
Tower House
Inn The Tower House
Tower House Inn
The Tower House
Tower House Oxford
Tower House Guesthouse
Tower House Guesthouse Oxford

Frequently asked questions

Does Tower House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Tower House 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Tower House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Tower House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Tower House and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like ice skating and return when the snow melts for cycling and fishing.

What's the area around Tower House like?

Tower House is a short 1-minute walk from University of Oxford and 12 minutes' walk from Thames River.

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Tower House Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful tudor house with attractive rooms. Great location in the heart of the town with plenty of places nearby for breakfast.
Bryony, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a great stay, perfect location and lovely room
Clair, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location with a relaxed feel

The Tower House is an historic building located at the heart of Oxford. It's central location offers a plethora of dining options in easy walking distance and many areas of exploration.
N. Frances, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely Tudor experience

Fantastic location, good service and would recommend for solo travellers.
1-night trip

6/10 Good

It's clean, too cold at night. After I urged them to turn on heating, 3 days later warmth came.
Hsiang-Wang, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

We had a 1 night stop-over at Tower House. The hotel was cosy and comfortable, and the room had all the facilities we needed. It's right in the centre of Oxford so easy access to pretty much everything. The nearest car park is a short walk away. No breakfast on offer but there are plenty of cafes nearby.
Ian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A very old house, lot of nooks and crannies Great location for being out and about. You have to call the property manager,to get the lock box code and the find your room number,and key.
Layne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Cozy, Convenient, Comfortable

Super convenient location in the heart of Oxford City Centre. In a historical building with original features. Not built for the taller individual. Comfortable bed in a smaller, but cozy room.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This old building shows its medieval age clearly, but the room (we had The Foundry on the first floor) has been updated beautifully. Huge hand hewn beams still adorn the ceiling, but the room itself is spacious, the bathroom is very nice, and we had a very comfortable home for three nights. Perfect neighborhood, right near The Broad, but far enough to avoid the crowds. Also right near the Covered Market. What more do you want? We will definitely rebook next time we're in Oxford.
Heather, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed this 17th C. guest house. Although dating from 1600, it was up to date with 21st C. standards. Our only mishap was that the central heating was not functioning in the main bedroom, but there was a space heater which helped keep the room warmer during our chilly early April stay. The staff was friendly and helpful, but bear in mind that someone is available at reception only at 3:00 pm. Centrally located, we enjoyed our stay at the Tower House.
Irving, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location, not great quality

I never met the person working there. I got my keys from the cleaning lady and no information whatsoever. I had to look for the shared bathroom myself and find out how the locks worked. There was mold in the shower. However, the room was a good size and the location was excellent.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location and lovely character property

It was a brief stop over to visit our daughter. We were met on arrival and checked in. On entering our room it was like stepping into a sauna so we turned the heating off in the bedroom but we couldn’t turn off in the bathroom. The room could do with some general maintenance as the light behind the mirror in the bathroom didn’t work and neither did one of the bedside lamps. The showergel dispenser in the shower needed refilling. We had a pleasant stay, the hotel is very old and therefore due to the age of the property there are a few creaky floorboards and you can hear people moving around the property. Outside noise was quiet.
Kirsty, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

This was definitely an interesting stay… We arrived at our check in time and the two teenagers at reception seemed to be very confused. They couldn’t find our booking at first and then I think realized they’d put someone in our room but didn’t want to say anything. They had been left in charge but it was clear they were not equipped to handle this on their own. We get into our room and get settled then head out for dinner and an Evensong at Christ Church. We get a call saying they’ve put us in the wrong room and that we have to come back immediately, which we couldn’t do. Long story short, we cut our night out a good bit short so that we could go back and take care of the room situation. I don’t blame the kids, they weren’t equipped to handle the situation, but they absolutely shouldn’t have been left in charge.
Andrew, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

I was booked in for a two night stay. On arrival, I was not happy with the condition of the room. It appeared that there had been a leak on the floor above the room, with a damp area around the bed and wallpaper peeling from above the bed. There was unpleasant mould in the bathroom and a horrible damp smell. The check in staff assisted me to find an alternative room, which was an improvement, and I paid a supplement for this room. However, I was woken in the night by the blind falling off the wall. I couldn’t reattach the filthy blind. The room was tired and unclean, with dirty marks on the wall. There was no shower - only a bath with a Pyrex jug for washing. I checked out after only one night and have received no response from the hotel team to my requests for a refund for the second night. Yes, it’s cheap for Oxford, but it’s not worth the money saved. Avoid!
Jennifer, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet, cozy, comfortable, clean room. Very Oxford vibe, old construction. Incredible location in heart of city center but on a quiet street so you really feel tucked away inside. Service was great, and responsive. There is not a permanent attendant like at most hotels, it was quite old tech with a lockbox and just the key sitting in a bowl in the reception area. I would stay again for sure.
Christopher, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Charmigt och bra läge

Litet oansenligt hotell i en 1700-talsbyggnad mitt i stan. Lite trångt, men charmigt. Funkade fint för en övernattning.
Bengt, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very old and cute

Fantastic location
Julie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Electric wall socket by window was loose
David, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very fast answer to the phone when we arrived, we got in quickly 👍
Jaana, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Bis auf die Lage ist es in keinster Weise zu empfehlen
Kati, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed in the Jade Room, and it was so spacious! My daughter and I had more than enough room to feel comfortable and have our own space. The room included a closet, a makeup table, and tea and coffee, which I especially appreciated in the morning. The location is fantastic—within easy walking distance to many of the main areas we all come to visit in Oxford, with plenty of restaurants and pubs nearby, and a Tesco not too far away. We were about a 15 minute walk to the train station, though it honestly felt even shorter. We arrived a few hours earlier than expected, and with just a quick call, the owner allowed us early access to the room so we could store our luggage and start exploring the area right away.
Wendy K, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Slechte kamer, slecht bed gedeelde vieze douche
Ellen, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The tower hotel should not be described as a hotel as it’s more a hostel. I stayed here for one night 22nd may 2025 as it was a few minutes walk from a theatre I was going to. The room was disgusting, holes in walls , the ceiling about to come down, the sheet around the bottom of the bed was filthy, radiators hanging off the wall , a chair that if I’d dared to sit on would have fallen through. The whole place needs gutting & redone. I’d have driven home & not stayed but didn’t fancy a 2 hour drive after the theatre & being tired. This place is a disgrace.
Deborah, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean simple and perfect for a little weekend trip and right in the centre of town
Indiana, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Great location, but...

Tower House is in a great location, right in the heart of Oxford. It's an old building so it's not unreasonable to experience some old-building rough spots. But the entry and room were both run down. The photo I saw when making the booking was nothing like the room I had. Possibly other rooms are better. It was stated that there was not 24-hour service. The host was there when I arrived and I understood that to mean there were limited daytime hours. I explained that I would leave my bags after checkout time and the host said that would be fine and showed me where to put my keys in a basket when leaving. I left my bags in the office behind the desk. The host was not there but I expected him to be briefly away. The outer door was locked. When I returned at the time I'd noted to pick up my bags the host was not there and I was fortunate that there was another (frustrated) traveler who opened the door to my persistent ringing. Perhaps the host meant for me to retain my room key until I picked up my bag; I was not told there wouldn't be anyone there in the afternoon. A cleaner, better-maintained place and clear communication are in order. I can't recommend Tower House.
1-night trip