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The Galaxie

4.0 star property
Hotel in Oxford, a short walk to University of Oxford

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The Galaxie offers a serene atmosphere with a lush garden and inviting terrace. Guests love the practical in-room WiFi, convenient water dispenser, and helpful luggage storage. Visitors often mention how the attentive staff enhanced their stay at this green sanctuary.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Large Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Large Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

North Oxford, a neighborhood in Oxford, is home to The Galaxie. Blenheim Palace and Rhodes House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Thames River and Wittenham Clumps. Oxford Ice Rink and Waterperry Gardens are also worth visiting.
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180 Banbury Road, Oxford, England, OX2 7BT

What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bodleian Library - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Oxford Castle - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • New Theatre Oxford - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Christ Church College - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Oxford Parkway Station - 5 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brew - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪St. Clares dining hall - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Colombia Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dancing Dragon - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Galaxie

Upscale hotel near University of Oxford
The Galaxie provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a water dispenser
  • A front-desk safe, an elevator, and smoke-free premises
  • A computer station and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Galaxie offer comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Holiday Inn Oxford by IHG

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  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
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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 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12 per person

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 12:30 AM
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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 12 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 10 per day

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Galaxie Hotel Oxford
Galaxie Hotel
Galaxie Oxford
The Galaxie
The Galaxie Hotel
The Galaxie Oxford
The Galaxie Hotel Oxford

Frequently asked questions

Is The Galaxie pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Galaxie?

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

What time is check-in at The Galaxie?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Galaxie?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Galaxie located?

Located in North Oxford, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Oxford, Kellogg College, and St. Anthony's College. St. Anne's College and Lady Margaret Hall are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

The Galaxie Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 212 out of 336 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 336 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 336 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 336 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 336 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Gabriela

Decent hotel, good connection to the city center, very friendly staff but overall nothing special.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and beautiful place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic boutique hotel with a quirky "Fawlty Towers" vibe.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

OLIVER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel well positioned for shopping and transport. Nice room and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stylish rooms, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, comfortable room, terrific breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good value in Oxford

An excellent overnight stop with quirky splendid common areas.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great. The hotel is good and the staff were very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

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

Another wonderful stay at this fantastic hotel!

Another wonderful stay at The Galaxie. Lovely hotel with quirky decor and well appointed rooms. Might struggle if you are a light sleeper as the blinds do let in some light and the road can be noisy. I keep returning as the ambience and service more than make up for it. The staff are really attentive and helpful and they really strive to make your stay truly wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and comfortable stay. Would stay again if in town!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hotel, friendly staff, good breakfast, nice room. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

OLIVER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and very unique
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Slavko

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

Exquisite stay!

This is a little gem of a hotel in Summertown, Oxford. Exquisite, and very comfortable for any visitor - Convenient bus routes to town centre outside, also M&S a hundred yards away.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paolo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel with friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful boutique hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, friendly staff, good location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The Galaxie was fine/suitable for a one night stay. The standard room we had was quite small and you could quite clearly hear those on the other side of the wall/in the hallway/in the carpark. The service from the receptionist was also rather lacklustre. But hey, there was paid parking and it was in an alright location (30 minute walk into Oxford but close to parks and the Summertown cafes). Not amazing but adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

YU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ホテルに入った瞬間からとっても素敵でした！お部屋も可愛く、スタッフも綺麗な方でとても親切でした。朝ごはんの場所も素敵でごはんもとってもおいしかったです！ イギリスに行った際にはまた必ず行こうと思います。オックスフォードの観光地からも近くて便利。ホテル近くの地元のお店で楽しくショッピングもできました！ 1泊だけだともったいないです。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous boutique hotel. Hotel team really lovely 😊
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Really poor customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, beautiful spaces to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Boutique Hotel

Room was cosy, comfortable bed and good size bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly hotel and staff. Great breakfast. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

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