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River Hotel

2.0 star property
Edwardian hotel with a restaurant and a bar

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Family Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Ensuite, Annex Building

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Ensuite, Annex Building

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Detached private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

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

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
17 Botley Rd, Oxford, England, OX2 0AA

What's nearby

  • Said Business School - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Oxford Castle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • New Theatre Oxford - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Christ Church College - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bodleian Library - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Oxford Station - 4 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Atik - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - Botley Road - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dosa Park - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Oxford Retreat - ‬6 min walk

About this property

River Hotel

Hotel near Said Business School
Located close to The King's Centre and Worcester College, River Hotel provides a garden, a library, and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and concierge services
  • 1 meeting room, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Smoke-free premises and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at River Hotel have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Highchairs, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered extended parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests must show a valid passport, driving licence, or other official form of national identification.

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

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 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 10 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered extended parking fee: GBP 10 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10 per stay

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property will place a credit card authorization for one night for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.
Property Registration Number Company number 06579302

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

River Hotel Oxford
River Hotel Hotel
River Hotel Oxford
River Hotel Hotel Oxford

Frequently asked questions

Is River Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at River Hotel?

Self parking is available for GBP 10 per night. Extended parking is available for GBP 10 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at River Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at River Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is River Hotel located?

Located in Oxford City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Said Business School, The King's Centre, and Worcester College. Oxford Castle and Oxford Playhouse are also within 15 minutes. Oxford Station is only a 4-minute walk.

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River Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 262 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 262 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 262 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 262 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 262 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Reasonably priced hotel 10 minutes walk from the town centre.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Wonderful property right on the Thames with warm staff who are happy to assist with recommendations
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

Enjoyed our stay,convenient,friendly and car parking. Area , sadly is disrupted by roadworks, however directions sent to us got us there without a problem.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

a great find! Despite the roadworks this hotel was quiet and very conveniently located for the new theatre. We even managed two different circular walks along the canals and rivers in different directions from the hotel. Parking was included as well as a great breakfast. would definately stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10

The syaff
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Great location, clean, comfortable, lovely staff. Slightly dated, in need of modernising.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

A wonderful old house on the river. Convenient parking and close to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10

Room very small and washroom equipment are not working well. No Air conditioning. Breakfast variety is very poor. Not match the price.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10

An older property, all staff very friendly and a good breakfast. Well located for town and train station
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10

Called up reception after my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

Had a good stay. The hospitality was commendable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Really close to the station and easy walk to the old town. Lovely location on the river and great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10

It was a very nice stay. The staff were very helpful, especially Julian. He did so much for us. And breakfast was tasty and hot.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Clean, comfortable and friendly! Close to transportation and a 10min walk to the city center. Breakfast was wonderful! Lovely little sitting room stocked with drinks and snacks was an added bonus. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Really nice hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10

I recently stayed at this hotel and was impressed by its excellent location, close to the station and incredibly convenient to explore Oxford. The staff were attentive, friendly, and always ready to offer valuable advice on the best things to see and do in the city. Breakfast was a highlight, especially while enjoying views of the river and garden. Overall it was an enjoyable stay in Oxford.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

Old rooms and our room was at the streetside, quite noisy at night, but we liked it anyway because of the friendly reception, parking behind the hotel, walking distance to the city centre, good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10

Great location (except current closure of bridge makes a taxi journey back from city at night expensive). Lovely owner and staff. Great, and generous, selection of breakfasts. Rooms comfortable and everything you need but could do with updating.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10

The standout features of this hotel were the friendly welcome and helpfulness of the staff, the breakfast which included a choice of kippers, the view of the Thames from the dining room (I watched an angler catching a fish from the opposite bank and swans and ducks were swimming on the river), the honesty bar and there was a teapot in my room with the tea and coffee and biscuits which I really appreciated. The best of British hospitality and a comfortable cosy room made up for no lift and older facilities, all of which worked well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Host accommodated our breakfast requests
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10

Great location by the river, easy access to the city and lovely river walks. Breakfast good quality well cooked. 27/7 access to the honesty bar. Great welcoming staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10

The staff was amicable and helpful, and I appreciated the extra amenities offered. I would return and recommend this cozy hotel in Bath.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

The proprietor was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10

Plenty of parking and easy walking into Oxford city centre. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023