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Ethos Hotel – Oxford City

4.0 star property
Guests sip coffee by the lobby TV or enjoy happy hour treats at Caffè Ethos, perfectly positioned for exploring the historic Christ Church College nearby

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Located near University of Oxford, Ethos Hotel offers an upscale base for exploration. Guests enjoy the daily manager's reception on the terrace or Italian dishes at Caffè Ethos. Practical amenities include in-room WiFi and dry cleaning, with staff ready to assist visitors.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

Room options

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Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room

  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and dark headboards. There is a nightstand between the beds with a phone and a small lamp.

Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Comfort Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Comfort Apartment

  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Oxford, Ethos Hotel – Oxford City is in the city center. New Theatre Oxford and Ashmolean Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Oxford Castle and Bodleian Library. Christ Church College and University of Oxford are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with boat tours nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Oxford travel guide
Map
59 Western Road, Oxford, England, OX1 4LG

What's nearby

  • University of Oxford
    University of Oxford
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Tom tower at Oxford university
    Christ Church College
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Oxford Castle
    Oxford Castle
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bridge of sign with the Sheldonian theatre background - Oxford, UK
    New Theatre Oxford
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Bodleian Library
    Bodleian Library
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Oxford Station
    18 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR)
    65 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Place To Eat
    9 min walk
  • JOE & THE JUICE
    9 min walk
  • Pret A Manger
    9 min walk
  • Curzon Oxford
    9 min walk
  • The Old Tom
    10 min walk

About this property

Ethos Hotel – Oxford City

Upscale hotel near University of Oxford
Located close to Christ Church College and Oxford Castle, Ethos Hotel – Oxford City provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site Italian cuisine restaurant, Caffè Ethos, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
  • Access to a nearby health club, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Luggage storage, concierge services, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Ethos Hotel – Oxford City boast comforts such as free international calls and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 47-inch Smart TVs with Netflix and premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 30 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 18 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Caffè Ethos

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 2,153 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways (24 inches high)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1888
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 47-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • iPod dock
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20.00
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of GBP 150.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 15 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and GBP 15.00 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 30 per day
  • Pet deposit: GBP 150.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Ethos Hotel – Oxford City pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of GBP 150.00 per stay and a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 30 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Ethos Hotel – Oxford City?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 20.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ethos Hotel – Oxford City?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 20.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Ethos Hotel – Oxford City located?

Located in South Oxford, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Oxford and Christ Church College. Oxford Castle and University Church of St Mary the Virgin are also within 1 mi (2 km). Oxford Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Ethos Hotel – Oxford City Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 354 out of 778 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 778 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 778 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 778 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 778 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly, helpful and efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tabetha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was great. Very helpful. Quirky little place. Clean and all necessities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly welcome, good adjoining rooms very useful for family, nice breakfast in the cafe. Bath taps didn't work.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a little hotel made from some houses so there isn't a lobby or lifts. But my room was spacious and had everything I needed (little mini kitchen in the corner too!). The breakfast was excellent. We hung in the dining room at the end our our day with some drinks chatting with other guests and the bartender which was really nice. This was our favorite place to stay on this trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Lovely, helpful staff Delicious breakfast and dinner Clean room Great location Comfy beds
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, spacious and functional rooms in great location. Parking is extra and would of been helpful to know in advance where to park as street parking can get you a ticket..
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute boutique hotel. Friendly staff. Easily walkable in to central old Oxford. The restaurant was very good - great breakfast included in the rom rate. Oven baked pizza made fresh from scratch for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, clean rooms. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bryony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness
It was in a unique part of Oxford, convenient to walk to many of the things we wanted to see and do, clean, friendly, comfortable, wonderful hot breakfast included. We really enjoyed our stay and it was a perfect kick off for our long awaited UK holiday
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was a great hotel. The room and bed were huge. Everything was spotless. We travelled by public transport and the hotel was about a 20 minute walk from the station. Although the hotel is not right in the centre, it is only a few minutes from the Head of the River pub and 10 minutes from the Westgate centre. The area is beautiful and very quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay. Staff was incredibly nice. Location is great as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff. Great Cafe on site. Very convenient for walking to main Oxford attractions
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly, helpful team. Good facilities, comfy bed. Got in late and not clear how to warm room up. It did have aircon and radiators.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and accommodating, great location and would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just perfect for one a one night stay!

Just a one night stay but it was quite nice. Had a nice breakfast in the cafe that morning. It was bustling and lively :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean. Good, quiet location and easy access to the centre of Oxford. We used the park and ride at Redbridge which made it easy to get to the hotel in less than 15 minutes. We found it lacking in useful information on how to use the heating for the living area of the property, The bedroom heating was ok
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I came here for the Formula One race and had an outstanding experience. From the moment we arrived there was no hassle. The restaurant food is outstanding, Anna and Bushra went above and beyond to accommodate us, including making food after the restaurant had closed. One of the top places I have stayed in with my family in the UK.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff lovely breakfast. Close to all amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family of 4 stayed at this quaint hotel just outside of downtown Oxford for a night. Rooms were clean and modern and we had dinner and breakfast in the cafe downstairs. The cafe offered excellent food and staff were very professional and friendly. Highly recommended if you want a quite place within walking distance (15 minutes) from the city center.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden gem near city center

Very nice hotel located walking distance from downtown so in a quiet area. Lovely little cafe on site which served a wonderful breakfast. Room very comfortable and updated. Would stay here again if visiting Oxford.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Small and friendly hotel, close to Folly bridge and easily walkable to the centre and university areas. Room was clean and comfortable but only one USB port on a table lamp which was slow charging. Cafe was very good and breakfast was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Practical for Oxford

Practical appartment 15m walk from center Oxford. Great for Family. Not modern but you have the whole appartment Nice dinner and breakfast on site
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent little hotel

Good location, close to the centre of Oxforf. Our room was well equipped and comfortable, and the staff very friendly. We would happily stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024