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voco Oxford Spires by IHG

4.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel with a full-service spa and a fitness center

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Voco Oxford Spires, along the Thames, offers an upscale eco-certified experience. Guests love the helpful staff, in-room WiFi, and onsite spa. The property blends relaxation with activities and serves delicious local cuisine in a serene garden setting.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Grand Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

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Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

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Abingdon Road, Oxford, England, OX14PS

What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Christ Church College - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Oxford Castle - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bodleian Library - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • New Theatre Oxford - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Oxford Station - 13 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Curzon Oxford - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Maya’s - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪George & Danver - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪JOE & THE JUICE - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pret A Manger - ‬17 min walk

About this property

voco Oxford Spires by IHG

Upscale hotel near Thames River
Located close to Christ Church College and Oxford Castle, voco Oxford Spires by IHG provides a terrace, a garden, and a hair salon. Indulge in a massage, a body treatment, and a facial at Spires Leisure Club and Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Deacons, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like archery. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • A banquet hall, outdoor furniture, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 181 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • TVs with digital channels
  • LED light bulbs, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (GBP 25 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 21.95 for adults and GBP 8.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Deacons

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Bicycle storage
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 21.95 for adults and GBP 8.95 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 25 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 9:30 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does voco Oxford Spires by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:30 AM–9:30 PM.

Is voco Oxford Spires by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at voco Oxford Spires by IHG?

Self parking is available for GBP 25 per day.

What time is check-in at voco Oxford Spires by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at voco Oxford Spires by IHG?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is voco Oxford Spires by IHG located?

Located in South Oxford, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Thames River and Christ Church College. University of Oxford and New Theatre Oxford are also within 1 mi (2 km). Oxford Station is 26 minutes by foot.

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voco Oxford Spires by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 578 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1007 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Once you go in, it is a bit removed from town but provides the vacation feel. Direct access to a river thame walk was convenient and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice cozy hotel with excellent staff Very friendly, comfortable Good breakfast with
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mujtaba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for a comfortable short stay on a trip to Oxford.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this hotel were wonderful. Nothing was too much trouble. Food was lovely Spa facilities were a welcome treat
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Po-Wen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy bedroom with stunning view!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dhiren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful hotel with friendly service!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stopped off on our way home north from Cornwall. Perfect place for the family. Staff were exceptional, the room and room and a breakfast to die for! 5🌟
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property, great rooms and amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Nice place

Lovely location, nice rooms, quiet, a pleasant walk along the Thames up to Folly Bridge. Breakfast ridiculously expensive.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

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

Great hotel with fab staff...

Great place from rooms to food and the staff were the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ieuan

Hotel was ok. But be very careful that after you pay your bill and checkout that they have cancelled any hold on your credit card. Otherwise you will spend a lot of time trying to find out why the balance is mysteriously too high on your credit. Trying to resolve with hotel was painful. Ruin memories of the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

Best Hotel In Oxford

Simply the best place to stay in Oxford. Amazingly helpful and friendly front of house staff on reception, easy parking, good food, lovely size rooms, central location and walkable to everywhere.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely spacious room. Excellent bar service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Neat, clean and reasonably priced! A winner!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Premium room with balcony was amazing. Very clean, comfy bed and pillows, good breakfast buffet. Easy walk into Oxford City Centre.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Would’ve been nice at check to be to.d there are no planned fire alarms scheduled as alarm went off at 4am and when trying to phone reception to see if this meant vacating I discovered that they had all gone outside and then also as we went to move outside everyone re entered as false alarm not impressed either with just an apology letter shoved under the door.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, tasty breakfast, stellar location beside the Thames and a picturesque walk to the city center.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ralitsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good property. Most of the staff is very accommodating. There are no washers and dryers on the property and the dry cleaning service is very expensive. The gym is small but functional. There are no windows around the indoor pool so the smell of chlorine is intense. The waiters at dinner took a while to bring our food, so the food wasn’t very warm when we got it. Otherwise the food itself was delicious but kind of cold.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very clean and comfortable modern hotel just outside the city center of Oxford. We enjoyed walking along the river up to the city center.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystina

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

A lovely weekend away

We had a lovely stay in Oxford at voco hotel. The location was perfect with just a short stroll along the Thames to the city. The rooms were comfy enough and the breakfast was delicious with a huge selection. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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