River Hotel
Hotel in Oxford
Reasons to book
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Internet / Wifi, TV and more
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About this hotel
Riverwalk Oxford hotel in Oxford City Centre with a restaurant
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a meeting room, concierge services, and a library.
Change of towels is available on request.
River Hotel offers 20 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. This Oxford hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a meeting room, concierge services, and a library.
Change of towels is available on request.
River Hotel offers 20 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. This Oxford hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Amenities
Internet / Wifi
TV
Garden
Map of Oxford
Available Rooms
Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite
1 Double • 1 Single • 43 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Standard Single Room, Ensuite
1 Single • 32 ft²
Sleeps 1
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Standard Double Room, Ensuite
1 Double • 38 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite
2 Single • 43 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Private Bathroom
1 Single • 32 ft²
Sleeps 1
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Ratings and reviews
4.0 / 10.0
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.
4.0 / 10.0
Great location, clean, comfortable, lovely staff.
Slightly dated, in need of modernising.
4.0 / 10.0
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.
3.0 / 10.0
Staff are very friendly and cook you aspecialised. breakfast.
Very centrally located, but lots of road works so frustrating to go in and out of hotel if you plan to use a car to get to the hotel or get about.
Hotel probably has not had an upgrade since i950 so expect to see outated carpets, chairs, bathroom and stairs. Hotwater needs to run for 5 minutes before hot water comes through. Old world charm with honesty system bar.
8.0 / 10.0
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.
8.0 / 10.0
An older property, all staff very friendly and a good breakfast. Well located for town and train station
6.0 / 10.0
This is a very quaint hotel in a very good location , however very much in need of some tlc . Curtains hanging off rails , mouldy grouting and tattty broken blinds need attention . All very dusty .
However , bedding clean and tidy and staff lovely .
8.0 / 10.0
Had a good stay. The hospitality was commendable.
5.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
Host accommodated our breakfast requests
4.0 / 10.0
Excellent service and friendly helpful staff. Excellent location, right next to the train station, plenty of free parking. Hotel was clean and warm despite it being freezing.
Our room didn’t have an en suite and had to access our private bathroom across the corridor. Room was cosy, a little old fashion in decor but added to the charm. I would definitely return and recommend.
5.0 / 10.0
The River turned out to be just what we needed when visiting the city to see a concert. The location was great as you don’t need a car to get around Oxford, so you can use their free car park and walk ten minutes to the actual city centre. The large building has a lot of character and the breakfast room was delightful, with windows looking out towards the river. There was a good cooked breakfast plus we could have chosen cold items, cereals etc. The bedroom was older style yet was very comfortable with modern conveniences. The staff were pleasant and helpful. I wouldn’t hesitate to book the River Hotel again if I return to Oxford. Because of the lack of a lift and the steps to the front and rear of the hotel, it wouldn’t be suitable for people with serious mobility issues, but for others I would highly recommend staying there.
8.0 / 10.0
Very quaint cosy hotel by the river, walkable to everywhere , right across Oxford train station , amazing , cosy, clean room , perfect English breakfast, a gem in Oxford . Love it!!
5.0 / 10.0
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..
10.0 / 10.0
Really close to the station and easy walk to the old town. Lovely location on the river and great breakfast.
4.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
The River Hotel was a quaint and lovely place for the three of us! The breakfast was delicious! Our only problems came when 1. We got locked out of the hotel by accident because their receptionist is not available around the clock. And 2. We did not receive maid service or get clean towels. But when we asked for them, the situation was quickly rectified. Ella at the front desk made some excellent recommendations for places to eat. We really appreciated her expertise and kindness. We felt like we were staying in a fairytale cottage. The construction on the bridge was a minor inconvenience, but it was wonderfully easy to walk to the city center.
4.0 / 10.0
When we were visiting Oxford, I was reading Dorothy Sayer’s “Gaudy Night”, as one does, and this hotel felt very much like coming out of the book. Yes, most of its furnishings would work very well in that time (including horrible only-hot/only-cold taps), but the service was always like from non-corporeal profit-optimizing times. Very friendly, very human approach. And yes, concerning cleanliness, everything was standard and clean.
8.0 / 10.0
Old english B&B style accomodation. Clean n quiet- all u need. Linen, towels excellent. Convenient to bus n train
8.0 / 10.0
Plenty of parking and easy walking into Oxford city centre. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast.
10.0 / 10.0
The proprietor was very nice
10.0 / 10.0
Front desk staff were great. Property is centrally located and adjacent to the Thames for walking.
4.0 / 10.0
A very warm and welcoming hotel, staff very friendly and helpful , great location and good value for money with a relaxing atmosphere. The only reason i didnt rate it excellent on every question was that our room was quite small but overall a lovely stay and would stay here again
4.0 / 10.0
Poor sound insulation, I can hear my neighbor very clearly
5.0 / 10.0
Really nice hotel!
4.0 / 10.0
This stay was for the Saïd Business School’s Reunion Weekend.
I am glad that I had an opportunity to experience this hotel. Consider the vintage of the building (1800s), it has been exceptionally well maintained and guests can feel that when they are in the building. Some minor details, such as the crack on the ceiling where the light switch in bathroom attached to my room (Room 4), could have been attended, overall everything was tightly organized.
The hotel had a warm and lovely feel and the included breakfast offered healthy choices.
4.0 / 10.0
Location was excellent. Near city centre and good food and drink locations. Car park good, easy to find.
Disappointed about breakfasts as, reviews excellent but had to choose a time slot in the hour window. On holiday not keen to tie ourselves into a 10 minute slot. So didn't do breakfasts.
Room was small but we knew beforehand. Not a problem. Nice to have bath, towels changed daily and room clean. Minor query about bedding dealt with immediately. No problem.
Bed was small. Not a problem in itself but very uncomfortable. High centre of bed but sloping sides didn't make for good sleep.
8.0 / 10.0
The staff was amicable and helpful, and I appreciated the extra amenities offered. I would return and recommend this cozy hotel in Bath.
5.0 / 10.0
Choose this hotel due to it's close location to the city center but without the noise of more centrally located hotels.
It was very quiet. The bed was very comfortable. They served a nice full English breakfast and everyone on staff were very helpful and personal. Overall just what we were looking for. (Yes the room and TV were small but who goes to Oxford to hang out in a room watching TV? Plus they have a very nice lounge as well.
10.0 / 10.0
A wonderful surprise! We will be back.
4.0 / 10.0
Cute little hotel, just very dated and tiny. It was next to the train station, so very convenient to getting to and from the area.n
4.0 / 10.0
Quaint English hotel conveniently located in Oxford. The made to order breakfast in their dining room is a wonderful way to start the day. Friendly staff, clean accommodations. Easy walk to all of the major University attractions, downtown, train station and Gloucester Green bus station.
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely old building, but well maintained, lots of little extras, like an honesty bar.
Warm friendly staff. Lovely gluten free breakfast.
Perfect for walking to town, shops and restaurants, but also lovely walks along the river.
Will definitely return.
5.0 / 10.0
Lovely old building, but well maintained, lots of little extras, like an honesty bar.Warm friendly staff. Lovely gluten free breakfast.Perfect for walking to town, shops and restaurants, but also lovely walks along the river. Will definitely return.
3.0 / 10.0
It’s very clean, shower is good, bed is very comfortable, staff are friendly and helpful. it’s a nice stay overall all.
2.5 / 10.0
It’s very clean, shower is good, bed is very comfortable, staff are friendly and helpful. it’s a nice stay overall all.
4.0 / 10.0
Very happy with service and fabulous breakfast, also have a lovely small bar area which we found very useful after returning late in the evening. The rooms were OK, maybe need a little updating but quite adequate for our stay.
4.0 / 10.0
Very happy with service and fabulous breakfast, also have a lovely small bar area which we found very useful after returning late in the evening. The rooms were OK, maybe need a little updating but quite adequate for our stay.
3.0 / 10.0
Fantastic little find situated in walking distance of central Oxford. First class service with lovely warm bedrooms. Breakfast was second to none with a great choice on offer.
4.0 / 10.0
Good to have parking and be close to town
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Oxford?
The average price for a rental in Oxford is $159 per night. This rental is $57 above the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at River Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is River Hotel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at River Hotel?
We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes internet / wifi, tv, and garden.
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