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River Hotel

2.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with restaurant, near Said Business School

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Near The King's Centre and Worcester College, River Hotel offers a haven with lush gardens, an inviting library, and lively bar. Enjoy English breakfast or dine at the restaurant while staying connected with in-room WiFi. Guests appreciate the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Meeting room
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Banquet hall

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Self parking (surcharge)
The current price is CNY959
CNY1,151 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 11 - Jun 12

Room options

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Ensuite, Annex Building

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room, Ensuite, Annex Building | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
17 Botley Rd, Oxford, England, OX2 0AA

What's nearby

  • Said Business School - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Oxford - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Oxford Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • New Theatre Oxford - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Christ Church College - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Oxford (OXF) - 11 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 66 min drive
  • Oxford Station - 4 min walk
  • Oxford Parkway Station - 9 min drive
  • Abingdon Radley Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Oxford Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Four Candles (Wetherspoon) - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jericho Coffee Traders At The Castle - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Oxford Retreat - ‬6 min walk

About this property

River Hotel

  • When you stay at River Hotel, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Said Business School and Thames River. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. This Edwardian hotel is also within just a 10-minute walk of Oxford Castle and The King's Centre. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • All guests must show a valid passport, driving licence, or other official form of national identification.
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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

    • One child (4 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Uncovered onsite self parking (GBP 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Uncovered onsite extended parking (GBP 10 per night)
    • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Banquet hall
  • Edwardian architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Highchair
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 10 per stay
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs GBP 10 per night with in/out privileges
  • Uncovered extended parking costs GBP 10 per night
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

Parties and events are allowed on site.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

This property will place a credit card authorization for one night for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

Property Registration Number Company number 06579302

Also known as

River Hotel Oxford

River Hotel Hotel

River Hotel Oxford

River Hotel Hotel Oxford

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at River Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at River Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 10 per night. Extended parking costs GBP 10 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at River Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at River Hotel and nearby?

River Hotel has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near River Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around River Hotel like?

River Hotel is located by the river in Oxford City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Oxford Station and 8 minutes' walk from University of Oxford.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, great, lovely, wonderful, and generous with a wide range of choices. (32 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

The room was clean and tidy, although the hotel is already a tad worn-out. Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Basic breakfast, excellent service.
Kaisu, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and pleasant hotel. Staff very friendly and helpful. I have stayed a number of times now and would gladly book another stay.
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was excellent.
Sansanee, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had a lovely stay, and enjoyed a lovely breakfast! Thanks so much
Dale, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Room was old and shaking, heating system was also really bad, but breakfast and services was nice.
Sara, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Size fine for single room, lovely choice of breakfast, comforting welcome hotel, would definitely stay again if I return to Oxford
Alex, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really close to the station and easy walk to the old town. Lovely location on the river and great breakfast.
Noni, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A small old property with an excellent staff, a great breakfast area, clean rooms and very well located. Definitely, I will choose this properly next time.
Javier, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful property right on the Thames with warm staff who are happy to assist with recommendations
Erin, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

An older property, all staff very friendly and a good breakfast. Well located for town and train station
Gaylene, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Had a good stay. The hospitality was commendable.
Murtaza, 5-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

One night stay.

Great location, clean, comfortable, lovely staff. Slightly dated, in need of modernising.
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable and friendly! Close to transportation and a 10min walk to the city center. Breakfast was wonderful! Lovely little sitting room stocked with drinks and snacks was an added bonus. Would definitely stay there again.
Andrea, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Old rooms and our room was at the streetside, quite noisy at night, but we liked it anyway because of the friendly reception, parking behind the hotel, walking distance to the city centre, good breakfast.
Mascha, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

It was a very nice stay. The staff were very helpful, especially Julian. He did so much for us. And breakfast was tasty and hot.
ROBERT, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect spot for a last minute stay in Oxford

Had an unexpected stay in Oxford.for a night and was able to book the River Hotel last minute. This was perfect for a night stay. Clean cozy room. We had to leave early the next morning missing the includes breakfast. The staff left us a togo breakfast in the self serve bar. Very kind and thoughful.
Carolina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Host accommodated our breakfast requests
Malcolm, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

a great find! Despite the roadworks this hotel was quiet and very conveniently located for the new theatre. We even managed two different circular walks along the canals and rivers in different directions from the hotel. Parking was included as well as a great breakfast. would definately stay again!
Kevin, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great river location with easy access to city

Great location by the river, easy access to the city and lovely river walks. Breakfast good quality well cooked. 27/7 access to the honesty bar. Great welcoming staff.
Mark, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

I recently stayed at this hotel and was impressed by its excellent location, close to the station and incredibly convenient to explore Oxford. The staff were attentive, friendly, and always ready to offer valuable advice on the best things to see and do in the city. Breakfast was a highlight, especially while enjoying views of the river and garden. Overall it was an enjoyable stay in Oxford.
Fiona, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

two night stay in oxford. Great location for train travel. The hotel was very clean and tidy. Breakfast area was very clean and tidy also .Staff were very attentive . The only problem was lack of air conditioning during heatwave.
helen, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

A nice hotel with good breakfast and friendly personnel nearby the center of Oxford. I had a good chamber and a good bed. The only thing I didn't like was that the windows could not open. But there was a fan and that was nice.
Joost, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Pleasent stay in this small hotel nearby Train station and short walk to city. Stayed once before and still as enjoyable. Nice cooked to order breakfast. Has everything you need there with friendly staff. Their motto is: Large enough to be comfortable.. Small enough to be friendly..
Mr. Lynn, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great location (except current closure of bridge makes a taxi journey back from city at night expensive). Lovely owner and staff. Great, and generous, selection of breakfasts. Rooms comfortable and everything you need but could do with updating.
rachel, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great staff and a comfortable and welcoming stay

The standout features of this hotel were the friendly welcome and helpfulness of the staff, the breakfast which included a choice of kippers, the view of the Thames from the dining room (I watched an angler catching a fish from the opposite bank and swans and ducks were swimming on the river), the honesty bar and there was a teapot in my room with the tea and coffee and biscuits which I really appreciated. The best of British hospitality and a comfortable cosy room made up for no lift and older facilities, all of which worked well.
Anne, 2-night trip