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The Head of the River

4.0 star property
Upscale eco-certified inn, walk to Thames River

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Garden
Terrace/patio
Indulgence Room
Cosy Room | Bathroom
Serves lunch and dinner
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar

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Map
Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford, England, OX1 4LB
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Oxford3 min walk
  • Popular LocationChrist Church College4 min walk
  • Popular LocationOxford Castle12 min walk
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)62 min drive

Room options

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Comfy Room

Comfy Room

8.8/10 Excellent

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Indulgence Room

Indulgence Room

9.7/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cosy Room

Cosy Room

8.9/10 Excellent

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Espresso maker
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Oxford

The Head of the River places you in the centre of Oxford, steps from Thames River and within a short 5-minute stroll of University of Oxford. Highlights at this eco-friendly inn include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The Head of the River serves British cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. The inn's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Oxford City Centre inn include Oxford Castle and John Radcliffe Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 3 min walk
  • Christ Church College - 4 min walk
  • Oxford Castle - 12 min walk
  • Bodleian Library - 13 min walk
  • New Theatre Oxford - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • Oxford Station - 17 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Joe & the Juice - 9 min walk
  • Pret a Manger - 10 min walk
  • Sticks'n'Sushi - Oxford - 9 min walk
  • George & Danver Ice Cream Cafe - 6 min walk
  • Nando's - 10 min walk

About this property

The Head of the River

Upscale eco-certified inn, walk to Thames River
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The eco-certified The Head of the River also features a terrace and a garden.

This 4-star Oxford inn is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Head of the River offers 19 accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Head of the River

Family friendly

  • Free cot

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (89 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (107 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 10.00 to 15.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Contactless check-out is available.

Property is also known as

Head River
Head River Inn
Head River Inn Oxford
Head River Oxford
Head Of The River Hotel Oxford
The Head of the River Inn
The Head of the River Oxford
The Head of the River Inn Oxford

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Head of the River?

The Head of the River offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Head of the River?

As of 4 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Head of the River on 23 June 2024 start from AU$329.31, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Head of the River serve breakfast?

You bet, guests speak well of the cooked-to-order brekkie here! Offered weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Head of the River?

No, The Head of the River does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Head of the River?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Head of the River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Head of the River?

Furry friends are welcome at The Head of the River, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Head of the River Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 279 out of 601 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 601 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 601 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 601 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 601 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, cosy, welcoming and full of charm. The staff were friendly and helpful. My room had beautiful views of the river and meadow. I’d come back to Oxford just to stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Head of the River with our kids for a few days recently when visiting schools in the Oxford area. We really liked it. The rooms are lovely and have everything you need, the kids loved the free breakfast which was really delicious. We ended up eating most of our meals there and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel quality rooms in a friendly pub
Very friendly and helpful staff, high quality rooms, tasty breakfast, convenient location, would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Razvan-Alexandru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Gulten

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and scenery however very loud hotel and can hear others in their rooms easily. The room was not serviced for a while left in morning, back in afternoon and no toilet tissue or phone to ring downstairs. Not the typical hotel experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room but was a bit dusty and the bed not comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

veena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay and relax
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023