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Vanbrugh House Hotel
4 stars

Vanbrugh House Hotel

20-24 St Michaels Street, Oxford, OX1 2EB, United Kingdom
Oxford, United Kingdom
See location+44 186 524 4622
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C$ 205
Cheapest

rate per night

7.8
Good
based on 1857 reviews
1,857 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
C$ 205
Superior Room
C$ 342
Premier Room
C$ 792

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In the very heart of Oxford is the Vanbrugh House Hotel. Within just a few minutes' walk of the world-famous University of Oxford, this hotel is beautiful inside and out and has the character of the surrounding area spread throughout its entire footprint.

The hotel is quite small with only 22 guestrooms. The rooms are all modern but with a flare from the past present in the décor and furnishings. All of the rooms are luxurious. Guests have a choice of singles, doubles, the Sir John Vanbrugh Suite, the Nicholas Hawksmoor Room, the Oxford Union Suite, or the Vicarage Suite. Rooms include desks, TVs, free WiFi, coffeemakers, bathrobes, and are all individually decorated.

The Vanbrugh House Hotel has room service available around the clock. There is a breakfast served every morning for a fee also. The city of Oxford is full of restaurants with just about any kind of cuisine that is desired. Visitors can find great food at The Oxford Kitchen, Spiced Roots Restaurant, Oli’s Thai, Arbequina, and many other places.

This hotel is located right behind Main Street in Oxford so there is plenty to experience nearby. Guests can stroll along one of the rivers, visit one of many museums in the area, go shopping in numerous boutiques and shopping centers, or see a show at The New Theatre Oxford.

The Vanbrugh House Hotel in Oxford has an incredible history that dates back to the 18th century. A stay at this hotel is more than just accommodation, it’s an experience that takes guests back to another place and time.

Rating
7.8
Good
Based on 1,857 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Vanbrugh House Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Disabled Access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Shower chair
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Bottle of water
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk

General

  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Streaming service
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Health and safety

  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of Vanbrugh House Hotel

7.8
Good
1857 verified ratings
Wonderful
666
Very good
416
Good
305
Okay
186
Fair
131
Mediocre
68
Poor
85

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location and friendly service, but many expressed dissatisfaction with cleanliness, room size, and value for money. Some rooms were described as small and lacking air conditioning, while others noted issues with outdated facilities. Breakfast received positive mentions, but overall, guests felt the hotel was overpriced for the quality offered.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Breakfast7 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
Room Size2.5 out of 10
Cleanliness2 out of 10
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Location

20-24 St Michaels Street, Oxford, OX1 2EB

What's nearby

  • New Theatre Oxford76 m
  • Oxford City Centre110 m
  • Ashmolean Museum242 m
  • Jesus College267 m
  • Oxford Castle276 m
  • Worcester College279 m
  • Exeter College323 m
  • St John's College Oxford339 m
  • Bodleian Library0.4 km
  • University Church of St Mary the Virgin0.4 km
  • Christ Church College0.5 km
  • All Souls College0.5 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Essential information about Vanbrugh House Hotel

Low season

August

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 271

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 455
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Vanbrugh House Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Vanbrugh House Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in August and July.
  • The cheapest price a room at Vanbrugh House Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 455, while the most expensive was C$ 455.
  • How long should you stay at Vanbrugh House Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Vanbrugh House Hotel

  • Where is Vanbrugh House Hotel located?

    Vanbrugh House Hotel is located at 20-24 St Michaels Street, 0.3 km from the centre of Oxford. New Theatre Oxford is the closest landmark to Vanbrugh House Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Vanbrugh House Hotel?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Vanbrugh House Hotel.

  • Does Vanbrugh House Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Vanbrugh House Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Vanbrugh House Hotel from the airport?

    Vanbrugh House Hotel is 10.1 km from Oxford Kidlington. Vanbrugh House Hotel is 22.2 km from Brize Norton.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.4

Distance to downtown

0.3 km

Nearest Airport

Oxford Kidlington

Distance to airport

10.1 km