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Vanbrugh House Hotel

4.0 star property
Oxford's historic center welcomes travelers to this boutique hotel, blending academic heritage with warm hospitality and attentive service.

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Vanbrugh House Hotel in central Oxford offers a peaceful terrace retreat amid the city's scholarly surroundings. Travelers appreciate the multilingual staff, in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and concierge assistance. Oxford's attractions are within easy walking distance.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Accessible (Disabled access) | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room, Accessible (Disabled access)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premier Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premier Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Oxford City Centre, a neighborhood in Oxford, Vanbrugh House Hotel is near a train station. New Theatre Oxford and Oxford Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Frilford Heath Golf Club and Waterstock Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Iffley Road Track or Kassam Stadium. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Oxford travel guide
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20-24 St Michaels Street, Oxford, England, OX1 2EB

What's nearby

  • Oxford, United Kingdom
    University of Oxford
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Bridge of sign with the Sheldonian theatre background - Oxford, UK
    New Theatre Oxford
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Oxford Castle Unlocked showing heritage architecture, chateau or palace and heritage elements
    Oxford Castle
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tom tower at Oxford university
    Christ Church College
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bodleian Library showing heritage architecture and heritage elements
    Bodleian Library
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Oxford Station
    9 min walk
  • Oxford (OXF)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Four Candles (Wetherspoon)
    2 min walk
  • Permit Room
    2 min walk
  • Wendy's
    2 min walk
  • Itsu
    2 min walk
  • The Plough at 38
    1 min walk

About this property

Vanbrugh House Hotel

Upscale hotel near Thames River
A short walk from University of Oxford, Vanbrugh House Hotel provides amenities like a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as bathrobes, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 20 for adults and GBP 20 for children

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff

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.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

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 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 20.00 for adults and GBP 20.00 for children

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Vanbrugh House Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Vanbrugh House Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at Vanbrugh House Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Vanbrugh House Hotel located?

Located in Oxford City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Jesus College and Thames River. University of Oxford is steps away. Oxford Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Vanbrugh House Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 581 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really warm welcome and room was lovely! Very central close to shops restaurants and museums and gardens
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, very clean and fantastic staff. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big room and staff always friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, excellent location, the staff were welcoming and helpful. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barnaby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and room was good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was absolutely beautiful with excellent amenities. A great location and a high level of service from staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff! Great location! Wonderful room!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel. Beautifully located. Warm and comfortable and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room in a good location. Staff helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely with an enormous bath. We really enjoyed having the sitting room separate from the bedroom. Very nice staff as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was lovely - warm, cosy and comfortable. Staff very friendly and helpful. Location excellent. Only things to improve would be the gluten free breakfast as the croissants were hard (the normal breakfast was lovely though) and the water pressure in the shower was very low.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The last that welcomes us was lovely, easy check in, the room was amazing. Had a very very pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful room. Lovely stylish hotel. Friendly staff. Great location. Excellent in every way but poor breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location in center of town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and service was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Simonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would have given 5 stars but the bed was too hard for me and my husband. Really hurt my hips. Otherwise a great hotel. Location perfect. Room really nice. Would visit again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julia C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice comfortable room. Excellent helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

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

Excellent city centre hotel

Made us feel really welcome and had a lovely stay for our anniversary. Very central location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carla Batts

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is completely ideal for visiting Oxford. It is quiet, safe, and near all tourist sites as well as shopping and restaurants. Very lovely decorated spacious rooms with nice amenities. But the best accolade is the staff. They are beyond friendly, helpful, and accommodating . Very attentive and courteous. Don’t bother with the chain hotels when you can stay in this super accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great hotel for a stay in central Oxford. I prefer to walk when possible and this was perfect for seeing everything I wanted. The main colleges, the library, and restaurants were all easily walkable. The room was small as expected (single room), but well appointed with everything I needed. The bathroom and shower were extremely nice! Loved my stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room with nice walk in shower Comfortable bed.Easy walk to shops,restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Skyler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay for our trip to Oxford. It was a very handy location for walking to all the attractions.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristian

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

I will be staying here again

Had a fantastic stay and the staff couldnt have done more
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025