If you enjoy literature, make sure to select a hotel next to the Bodleian Library, the UK’s second largest library which is a part of the famous Oxford University. The Old Parsonage Hotel is a chic 5-star choice that is only a 3-minute walk from the Bodleian Library and a 9-minute walk from the Ashmolean Museum.

Interested in ancient architecture? If so, choose a hotel near the Oxford Castle, such as the Malmaison Oxford hotel that is directly adjacent. This castle dates back to the 10th century and now provides tours with costumed guides, as well as access to the crypt that is over 900 years old.

For travellers who would like to visit a museum during their stay in Oxford, select a hotel next to the Oxford University Museum of Natural History, like the Bocardo Hotel located a 6-minute walk away. This museum is set in a neo-gothic building and contains extensive exhibits related to topics such as zoology, geology, and entomology.

To see a performance during your trip, consider staying in a hotel near the Sheldonian Theatre, such as the charming Old Bank Hotel. The Sheldonian Theatre was built in the 1600s and continues to host a variety of shows, including concerts and lectures.

If you would like to do some shopping in Oxford, book a hotel near the Covered Market, such as the Vanbrugh House Hotel located a 3-minute walk away. The Covered Market features a high number of vendors selling goods ranging from groceries to clothing.

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The Remont Oxford Hotel is a 3-minute drive from the city centre and offers free parking, breakfast, and bike storage. The Best Western Plus Linton Lodge Hotel is a 4-minute drive from the Bodleian Library and offers free parking for guests as well.

The Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel is a 4-star choice that is adjacent to the University of Oxford campus and contains a large business centre as well as several meeting rooms. The Hampton by Hilton is a modern hotel that is only a 4-minute drive to the city’s train station and has an on-site business centre as well.

If you are a fan of the book Alice in Wonderland, consider staying in a hotel next to Alice’s Shop, a unique store that sells memorabilia related to the famous story. The Head of the River hotel is only a 5-minute walk from the store and has a traditional on-site pub. The Ethos Hotel & Caffè is set in a historic Victorian building and is only a 2-minute drive from the shop.

The Cherwell Gates hotel is a charming choice that is only a 10-minute walk from Christ Church Meadow and a 3-minute drive from the Oxford Golf Club. The Principal Oxford Spires Hotel is a 4-minute drive from the meadow and is adjacent to the Thames River.

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Belmond Le Manoir Aux Quat'Saisons - Oxford - Building

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Belmond Le Manoir Aux Quat'Saisons

9.5 Excellent (622 reviews)

Pro " The breakfast was excellent and our bed was very comfy "

Con " The bar area is very dated and needs a facelift. Our bathroom needs modernising especially the shower and a double sink to be included. "

C$ 1556

Sabine Barn B&B

9.5 Excellent (421 reviews)

Pro " I really liked the attention yo detail, and accommodating to our needs, extremely good at responding back to my emails, which was very helpful. "

Con " No review available "

C$ 158

Old Bank Hotel

9.3 Excellent (753 reviews)

Pro " Lovely tea and coffee provided. "

Con " For the price of the room no breakfast was included "

C$ 442

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The Oxford Townhouse

9.2 Excellent (897 reviews)

Pro " Clean room. Excellent location. Rooms were allocated to ground floor. "

Con " No lift. Rooms are small. "

C$ 268

Old Parsonage Hotel

9.2 Excellent (776 reviews)

Pro " This was a great Hotel. "

Con " Room was small "

C$ 530

Bear and Ragged Staff - Oxford - Building

Bear and Ragged Staff - Oxford - Bedroom

Bear and Ragged Staff

9.1 Excellent (645 reviews)

Pro " Room very clean and comfortable. A very good veggie breakfast and choice of cereals. "

Con " In contrast not much choice for vegetarians on bar menu. "

C$ 198

Heather House Bed and Breakfast - Oxford - Building

Heather House Bed and Breakfast - Oxford - Bedroom

Heather House Bed and Breakfast - Oxford - Bathroom

Heather House Bed and Breakfast

9.1 Excellent (527 reviews)

Pro " Very nice, decent B&B a 20 minute walk from Oxford centre. Friendly helpful owner amd a decent room with a clean bathroom. Breakfast was good with your eggs made to order. Free WiFi internet a bit slow but otherwise ok. There is a busy road in front of the house that occasionally produces a lot of noise. "

Con " No review available "

C$ 131

Remont Oxford Hotel - Oxford - Restaurant

Remont Oxford Hotel

9.0 Excellent (648 reviews)

Pro " The staff were the great and went out of their way to ensure we had an enjoyable stay. The room was spacious and clean, and breakfast was very good. Will be sure to stay here on our next visit! "

Con " No review available "

C$ 171

Red Mullions Guest House - Oxford - Building

Red Mullions Guest House - Oxford - Bedroom

Red Mullions Guest House

9.0 Excellent (432 reviews)

Pro " Everything was perfect! "

Con " Nothing, lovely would definitely stay again. "

C$ 208

The Balkan Lodge Hotel - Oxford - Building

The Balkan Lodge Hotel - Oxford - Bedroom

The Balkan Lodge Hotel - Oxford - Lounge

The Balkan Lodge Hotel

8.9 Excellent (365 reviews)

Pro " No review available "

Con " Had to sit sideways on the toilet as en-suite was compact. "

C$ 151

Hill Farm

8.9 Excellent (293 reviews)

Pro " Really cute and cosy farm outside of the bustle of Oxford. Very quiet location. We walked to a local pub on the river for dinner, which was lovely. Nice breakfast. Very clean and comfy room. Great hosts. "

Con " The room is quite small and up a steep spiral staircase, so cases might be an issue, although the hosts offered help. We just took up the essentials. Not really an issue at all as the outlook and venue is gorgeous "

C$ 160

Parklands

8.8 Excellent (680 reviews)

Pro " Very comfortable accommodation Parking Excellent breakfast Excellent gin and tonic Easy walk or bus into centre of Oxford Very good restaurants nearby "

Con " No review available "

C$ 223

Burlington House

8.8 Excellent (524 reviews)

Pro " Very good cosy hotel. It's tiny, but the room was modern and spacious with large comfortable bed. I was impressed by the state of the art bathroom with a shower with electronic controls. )) Looked very cool and you don't expect such an advances bathroom in a small local hotel. Also cooked to order breakfast was good. Special thanks for the owner for being very accomodative. "

Con " No review available "

C$ 158

Five Mile Oxford

8.8 Excellent (220 reviews)

Pro " Nice Location good connections via rail or buses "

Con " Small bathroom, not so comfortable bed , limited breakfast "

C$ 147

The Galaxie

8.7 Excellent (1,527 reviews)

Pro " Location, friendly and breakfast "

Con " A little cramped and problems with keycard "

C$ 191

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Malmaison Oxford

8.4 Excellent (3,555 reviews)

Pro " Location was the best in Oxford especially for price. The staff was incredible. Facilities were excellent. The governor's rooms are SO cool, and the champagne was excellent. "

Con " Upon arrival we were notified that there was no hot water in the building we were staying in. They expected to fix it the following day, but it was not fixed before our check out. However... they comp'd our whole stay since we traveled from US for a wedding, and provided me with a bathroom/hot shower in an adjacent building. While not ideal, they went ABOVE AND BEYOND to make it right. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. "

C$ 364