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Just 5 miles from the city centre of Oxford, The Bear and Ragged Staff offers fantastic homemade food, free parking, and free Wi-Fi. You can relax in its cosy olde worlde bar, beside a roaring log fire.

Great location, buses into Oxford close by. Friendly staff, excellent food, comfortable accommodation!

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9.2
Superb
1,210 reviews
Price from
552 zł
per night

Providing free WiFi, parking on-site and a garden, the recently renovated property of Sandford Meadow Guest House, offers rooms in Oxford, 8.9 km from University of Oxford and 21 km from Blenheim Palace. The property features garden views and is 31 km from Notley Abbey and 45 km from Newbury Racecourse. The accommodation provides full-day security and luggage storage space for guests.

The owner (Ric) was very kind and helpful. Beautiful house, lovely rooms, very clean, felt safe, and instructions were very easy to follow. Mimi (the cat) is very gentle and sweet. She only has access to the kitchen and outside, unless you let her in to the rest of the house. Naturally, we loved her so we let her roam freely through the house (when there were no other guests around) and she even spent one of the nights with us! Honestly such a great stay and would so easily recommend and go back. For breakfast, you're a 3 minute walk from Proof Social Bakehouse (pricey but AMAZING pastries, check opening times on google maps), and 5 minutes to the bus stop to go to Abingdon or Oxford (about 15mins to get to either). Thank you!! Luis & Rick

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9
Superb
142 reviews
Price from
428 zł
per night

Offering quiet street views, Sandfield Guest House is an accommodation located in Oxford, 4.2 km from University of Oxford and 16 km from Blenheim Palace. This guest house provides free private parking, full-day security and free WiFi. The accommodation offers a concierge service and private check-in and check-out for guests.

Paul was very warm, welcoming, and helpful. He and staff go above and beyond to make me feel comfortable.

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9.2
Superb
82 reviews
Price from
355 zł
per night

The Porterhouse Grill & Rooms is a 2 minute walk from Oxford train station, a 5-minute walk to the Castle Quarter. Oxford city centre is less than a mile from the property.

Guests may enjoy their breakfast, lunch or dinner at the Porterhouse Grill, which features a menu particularly focusing on British steak, cooked over locally sourced charcoal, in a Bertha oven. The property's bar offers a range of hand-pulled ales, wines and cocktails.

Everything was truly exceptional. Great staff, superb environment.

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8.9
Fabulous
1,103 reviews
Price from
1,081 zł
per night

Just a few minutes’ walk from Oxford city centre, the Head of the River is situated on the banks of the scenic River Thames. This traditional inn features a riverside terrace and a stylish restaurant.

The elegant bedrooms are individually decorated, and some have river views. All rooms feature a TV and a private modern bathroom with free toiletries. Guests will find bathrobes and slippers in some rooms.

We expected that the hotel would be quite noisy, especially as we had a room beside the beer garden and close to the road. However this was never an issue. We also thought the hotel may have been a bit far from the High street, but it was an easy walk to all the tourist attractions. And to stroll along the river was quite idyllic.

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8.1
Very good
2,008 reviews
Price from
1,685 zł
per night

Located 700 metres from Oxford's historical city centre, Newton House offers accommodation with full fibre WiFi access throughout and on-site private parking (first come first served). A short walk away from the River Thames & Christ Church College allowing you to experience Oxford in comfort, whilst avoiding traffic and extra transport costs.

Great location, 15 minutes walk from the city center. They have their own parking limited to 5 cars, though. Arrive early.

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8.1
Very good
1,432 reviews
Price from
526 zł
per night

Overlooking the Queen’s College sports grounds, the Sportsview Guest House offers free on-site parking. Free Wi-Fi is available and Oxford’s River Isis is just a 5-minute walk away.

Grandpont Nature Park is a 10-minute journey away on foot and Oxford city centre is less than 15 minutes’ walk away. Oxford Rail Station is just over 1-mile from the guest house.

Great place to stay in Oxford. Room and bathroom were squeaky clean, beds were comfortable. Our room was right next to reception, but it was very quiet. Breakfast is continental, simple but delicious - if it's not included in your rate, you need to book it in advance. Staff was very helpful and late arrival and self-check-in - easy. Communication with the property was great. It's outside the old town, but fairly close - we walked everywhere. We'd happily stay at Sportsview Guesthouse again.

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8.1
Very good
1,419 reviews
Price from
499 zł
per night

Located just 5.6 km from University of Oxford, Beautiful home in Oxford features accommodation in Oxford with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as private check-in and check-out. This guest house provides free private parking, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service.

Super clean everywhere, spacious common area and fully equipped kitchen(which was not mentioned in the ad but was a pleasant surprise). There's also a table in the garden,must be really nice to use it during summer.

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8.8
Fabulous
111 reviews
Price from
380 zł
per night

Located in Oxford and with University of Oxford reachable within 5.1 km, The Black Boy provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a bar. The property is around 16 km from Blenheim Palace, 21 km from Notley Abbey and 49 km from Cliveden House.

At the inn, all rooms include a desk and a flat-screen TV. At The Black Boy every room is fitted with bed linen and towels.

The nearest airport is London Heathrow Airport, 69 km from the inn.

Fabulous, friendly, clean place and dinner and breakfast were awesome.

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8.8
Fabulous
498 reviews
Price from
651 zł
per night

With free WiFi, this guest house provides a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchenette with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are provided in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Having a full house at my disposal.

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8.5
Very good
122 reviews
Price from
425 zł
per night

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  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 358 reviews
    Andrew is a brilliant host. The room is spacious and really quiet. The location is close to the city centre and there's a nice walkway along the river that takes you there.
    Helmuth59
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: 525.53 zł
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 578 reviews
    Host very welcoming and friendly. I was able to use an off road parking space in front of the guest house. On a good bus route to city centre, Good selection of toast and cereal for breakfast. Room clean and comfortable with plenty of hot water. I was in a very quiet room at the back of the house.
    Alison
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: 800.81 zł
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,432 reviews
    Great location. Comfy and quiet. Amir and Martyn are great hosts.
    isabel
    Group
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 17 reviews
    Lovely house in a quiet neighbourhood with a great host. I spend two weeks with Melody and I really felt at home. With the busses it‘s quite fast to reach the city centre (especially if you‘re used to living in bigger cities) or — if you feel sporty — you can walk a 45 minutes through the fields of port meadow among the oxen’s. I really liked it!
    Luca
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: 650.66 zł
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 481 reviews
    The barn is wonderfully finished and very quiet and cozy. The location is very convenient, close to Oxford city center and in the meantime in the beautiful and peaceful countryside. Donna is a great host, constantly looking after guests needs and comfort.
    Martino
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 196 reviews
    comfortable room, quiet neighborhood, welcoming hosts, good location, only a short bus ride to Oxford city centre, the 1 hour walk along river Thames to Oxford city center is also very nice, reasonable price
    Chai Man Peter
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,101 reviews
    Excellent location. Short walk into Oxford and for the New Theatre. Staff were great hosts. Food was excellent. Quiet location - we've stayed in central Oxford before and it can be very noisy (sirens and revellers). This was ideal. Lovely old building. Room was clean, comfortable and great location - short walk into the city centre and all the sight seeing you want.
    Barbara
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: 843.35 zł
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 474 reviews
    Very nice studio in a great location. The studio was clean and very comfortable, during the night it was very quiet even though it is rather close to a busy road. It is within walking distance of the city centre. Overall it had a very high standard for Oxford accommodation and great value for money. Friendly and very helpful host! We would definitely stay here again.
    Eva
    Group
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 475 reviews
    Green Gables guesthouse is a home from home experience. Mr & Mrs Bella are fantastic hosts, lovely interaction with guests. Breakfast was great & room was exceptionally clean. Great location & only a 10 minute bus ride to Oxford City Centre. The bus stop is outside the property. My husband & myself will definitely stay here again & would recommend a visit.
    Philomena
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: 843.35 zł
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 474 reviews
    Great location: easy walking distance to the city centre, but in a quiet residential area. Andrew (the host) was terrific to us-- helpful and understanding--and he even went out of his way to get us complimentary tickets to the football match! The apartment was spacious and comfortable with plenty of light.
    David W
    Young couple

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