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The Head of the River

4.0 star property
Experience authentic British cuisine or indulge in drinks by this historic city's scenic riverside setting.

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Comfy Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Garden

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free toiletries
The price is $142
includes taxes & fees
$118 per night
Jan 19 - Jan 20

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Comfy Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfy Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Espresso maker
Coffee/tea maker
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Indulgence Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Indulgence Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Espresso maker
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cosy Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cosy Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Espresso maker
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Espresso maker
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford, England, OX1 4LB

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 (OXF) - 14 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 63 min drive
  • Abingdon Radley Station - 10 min drive
  • Oxford Parkway Station - 11 min drive
  • Oxford Station - 17 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Joe & the Juice - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Place to Eat - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sticks'n'Sushi - Oxford - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Old Tom - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Curzon Oxford - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Head of the River

When you stay at The Head of the River, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Thames River and University of Oxford. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this eco-certified inn include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 19 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:30 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 42
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 35
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Special features

Dining

The Head of the River - This pub specializes in British cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10.00 to 15.00 per person

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
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.

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

Does The Head of the River offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Head of the River does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Head of the River?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Head of the River?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Head of the River.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Head of the River?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Head of the River and nearby?
The Head of the River has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Head of the River?
Yes, The Head of the River offers British cuisine.
What's the area around The Head of the River like?
The Head of the River is located on the waterfront in Oxford City Centre, a short 1-minute walk from Thames River and 3 minutes' walk from University of Oxford. Travelers say that the inn is in a great location.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Love this place, never fails.
Asha, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

rosario, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Had a great stay at Head of the River this weekend. Hotel and staff were great.
LYNN, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Leonard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast
Room very clean and comfortable, good view, quiet despite being next to a busy road. Staff all pleasant and helpful. Top quality complimentary teas and coffees. Lovely toiletries. Great breakfast. Would definitely stay again
Sally, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Quick but perfect stay at Head of the River!
We enjoyed a 2-night stay at Head of the River. Fantastic location. Restaurant/pub on site was excellent—and the included breakfast was an added bonus. Staff was lovely! Beds were very comfortable and bed linens were high quality. Loved our stay and would absolutely stay again.
Kelly, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely
Lovely stay
Carl, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Peter, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

keith, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay in this unique hotel on the river Thames. Staff was very friendly and room cozy.
Michele Van, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location and walkable to town. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Larry, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

M Jane, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, helpful staff. Comfortable room. Excellent pub/restaurant. No lift.
Paul, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Graeme, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Sarah, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Sadia, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely rooms and pub in a beautiful old building. No on-site parking is a bit of a nuisance, but also understandable given the amazing location!
Leigh, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Overall good stay
Hotel and bar was nice staff helpful just a shame that other customers had to ruin the experience for us but the staff went out there way to make sure we was ok Walls are very thin and can here other people talking /snoring The pub garden was beautiful to sit in, with the sun
susi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Tracie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful old inn on the river, great food and nice staff
Stephanie, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

This place is lovely and very cute! It was our first trip to Oxford and the location was really convenient to the town center. The outdoor bar and restaurant is very charming and popular. The service was excellent- very friendly and helpful staff. Overall, excellent location, property and service
Meena, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rebecca, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Denise, 6-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Anna, 3-night family trip
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