The Mad Hatter Oxford

2.5 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near University of Oxford

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe
Bar (on property)
Comfort Double Room | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
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Exterior
The Mad Hatter Oxford, near Christ Church College and Bodleian Library, offers a charming blend of comfort and convenience. Unwind in the bar or restaurant, connect with in-room WiFi, take advantage of express check-out and express check-in options; then explore the nearby nature reserve. Guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (3)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Minibar
  • Digital TV service
  • Premium bedding
  • Free toiletries

Room options

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
43 Iffley Rd, Oxford, England, OX4 1EA

What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Christ Church College - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bodleian Library - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • New Theatre Oxford - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Oxford Castle - 3 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Oxford (OXF) - 22 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 58 min drive
  • Abingdon Culham Station - 16 min drive
  • Oxford Parkway Station - 17 min drive
  • Oxford Station - 27 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cape of Good Hope - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Oranges And Lemons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Shiraz - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Oxford Blue - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Mad Hatter Oxford

The Mad Hatter Oxford puts you within a 10-minute drive of University of Oxford and Thames River. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 5 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Facilities

  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Mad Hatter Oxford offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Mad Hatter Oxford 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 The Mad Hatter Oxford?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Mad Hatter Oxford?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Mad Hatter Oxford.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Mad Hatter Oxford?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. There's a charge of GBP 10 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Mad Hatter Oxford and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include University of Oxford (1-min walk) and Christ Church College (13-min walk), along with Bodleian Library (0.8 mi) and New Theatre Oxford (1 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near The Mad Hatter Oxford?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Mad Hatter Oxford like?

The Mad Hatter Oxford is a short 1-minute walk from University of Oxford and 17 minutes' walk from Thames River.

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The Mad Hatter Oxford Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Location
Bar
Shower
Live music

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Unique

Character filled place with a lovely, quiet room. Great decor, comfy bed and a clean bathroom with a great shower. Friendly staff. 10 minute walk over scenic bridge to the heart of the university area. Recommend.
Paul, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great position.

Room was nicely decorated and we did appreciate the fridge, and bonus ear plugs and eye masks, though we didn’t really need them as we stayed early in week. The climb to the top was a challenge for us, but may not bother more able bodied people, but I wouldn’t want to try getting big bags up there! My only concern during the stay was the lack of clear fire escape and or emergency details. Top floor and only one way to escape. Whilst we were comfortable, price was good, and the hotel well located.. I wouldn’t stay again, because of my fire concerns. I did note that they appeared to have roof sprinkler system.
Michelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great hotel to stay at. Very quirky, friendly staff and good food. Very extensive drink selections ie cocktails and beers. Room we stayed in was roomy,very clean and facilities were excellent. Hotel conveniently placed via a short walk into city.
Phil, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful stay! Very happy we booked here, it’s close to Museums and vintage shops, cafes and the hotel/ bar itself is amazing!
Hlox, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pittoresque

Quaint hotel, lovely room.
Ingrid, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was really comfortable, great shower, great location.
Ben, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quirky and great value

Quirky venue in a great location. Easily walkable for the conference I was attending. WhatsApp comms were super easy and responses within seconds. Was all I needed and loved the decor. Would stay again 100%
Rachel Sian, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

No staff on site and trying to find the door in was a bit of a chore as it’s Aaron’s the corner on Circus St. Room was very clean and done up nicely. No air conditioning so that could be a significant issue. They had a fan going and temps dropped a bit during the night so we werefine
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it! Special shout out to the staff - especially to Jess
Jacob, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The best!!! Top class quality of everything - staff are superb, location is central, rooms are incredible 😍 Highly recommend ❤️
Alexandr, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience, amazing rooms and very-very friendly staff!!! high suggest trying!
Alexandr, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I had a wonderful stay at the Mad Hatter! It was a convenient walk to shops, the Christ Church Meadow, restaurants, etc. The eccentric decorations on the property were adorable. The hosts were extremely nice and accommodating. Pro Tip: make sure you do the virtual check-in before you are too jetlagged to understand the instructions! I made the mistake of not handling the check-in until the last minute and I was so tired and confused that I had trouble with understanding the email and completing the check-in The staff was extremely kind and patient with me.
Darby, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was beautifully decorated, a very comfy bed, and it was all very clean. The shower was fantastic. The staff were very friendly and really helpful.
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, modern, whimsically-renovated rooms and a superb location. Noise isn't really an issue. Staff is responsive and winsome. I look forward to returning!
Robert, 8-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great room, but the entrance to the property needs attention.
Margaret, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent as always!!!
Alexandr, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous room. Fabulous shower. Fluffy towels. And 6 mi Ute walk from the Bullingdon.
Nancie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous hotel, great stay

The hotel was amazing! Ideally situated Lovely themed rooms, very quirky and brilliantly authentic. Spacious, clean, comfortable and great facilities. The staff were attentive and responded swiftly and positively to our communications about the booking. Attention to detail and an even a kind gift for my daughter’s birthday. Would certainly recommend.
Lady Barbie, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Great venue Terrible Noise

Great rooms but a pub downstairs with skull crushing noise till 11pm each night in spite of the ear plugs provided ! A pity as the rooms and location are excellent.
Grant, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Lovely room, although extremely hot in Summer. We were grateful for a large fan left in the room. The staff were quite standoffish and we felt like we were a hassle asking for anything, so that is the main reason we didn't give this 4/5.
Sophie, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The hotel room was extremely clean, comfortable and nicely updated. The area is walkable and close to the High Street area. The only draw back is there is a bar on the first floor and stays open very late. Very loud.
Jose, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good location within Oxford. The room was clean ans presentable with a comfortable bed and good size. This place would have gotten a 4 or even 5* review if it weren't for the loud music playing from downstairs. We were told this would stop at midnight, and so we made sure to stay out until past midnight. However, even returning at 1am, the music was still incredibly loud and bassy into the room, up until 2am. Do not stay here if you intend to sleep before 2am.
Samuel, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

A noisy bar reverberated into our tiny room each night. And it was a 3 story walk up with no lift.
greta, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Très bonne surprise dans Oxford centre

Logement tout neuf, joli et avec une literie digne d'un palace. Un tout petit peu bruyant si vous avez la chambre qui donne côté rue principale. Une lumière de sécurité dans la chambre éclairait un peu trop la chambre pendant la nuit, mais cela va surement être réglé car nous l'avons signalé. Il est facile de se garer au parking public st clement (mais payant) situé à 3min à pied. Je recommande ce logement, proche du centre à pied et je reviendrai avec plaisir si les prix n'augmentent pas.
Benoit, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Bar with Rooms

Our room was on the top floor but sounded like the bar was next door. Music blared out until after 1am on Saturday night, followed by revellers shouting on the street. No chance of getting any sleep before 1.30am. No breakfast facilities and self check in. Staff (Jess) were very responsive, but service quite slow in the bar. A bar with rooms rather than a hotel with a bar.
Charlotte, 2-night trip