River Hotel - Oxford

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River Hotel - Oxford
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Overview

Offering access to Oxford University Museum of Natural History, which is just 1.5 km away, the 2-star River Hotel features a library and a garden. Situated approximately a 5-minute walk from St Frideswide's Church, this Oxford hotel enjoys views of the River Thames.

Location

The property is about 75 km from Gloucestershire airport and within walking distance of such cultural venues as The Story Museum. The enormous mall "Westgate Shopping Centre" in Oxford is only 13 minutes' walk from the hotel. The accommodation is also a short distance from the River Thames. River Hotel is situated just a short drive from Balliol College, and Gloucester Green bus station lies only 10 minutes' walk away.

Rooms

This Oxford property features 16 rooms with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as coffee/tea making machines. Nice touches to enhance your stay include a bathtub and a separate toilet, along with hair dryers and bath sheets. Guests can also enjoy views of the garden.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is provided in the restaurant. Dosa Park is located next to this Oxford hotel and serves Asian dishes, around 5 minutes' walk from the property.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-21:00
until 11:00
Amenities
Paid Private parking is possible on site.
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel River provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
German, Italian
Building
Number of rooms:16
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Rooms and availability

Family Annex Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Family Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Check-in/ Check-out

VIP check-in/ -out

Sports & Fitness

  • Tennis court

Services

  • Housekeeping

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about River Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 318 NZ$
📏 Distance to centre 1.0 km
🗺️ Location rating 9.2
✈️ Distance to airport 72.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport Gloucestershire, GLO

Location

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17 Botley Road, Oxford, United Kingdom
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17 Botley Road, Oxford, United Kingdom
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Reviews of River Hotel

8.3 /10
Great
777 reviews
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  • G
    Gary
    United Kingdom
    left 20 reviews
    Wrote a review on 07 Feb
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service10.0
    Dining9.0
    9.0
    helpful staff
    cozy lounge

    Excellent hotel with free wi-fi, a cozy lounge area, and helpful staff who once assisted me with SIM cards. I always enjoy my stays and feel right at home. I'm returning for Christmas!

    Basic Single Room Private Bathroom
  • B
    Beatrice
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 08 Jan
    Very good
    7.0

    The breakfast was savoury, plus the location was brilliant...

  • J
    Jake
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 08 Jan
    Very good
    7.0

    Intimate hotel, didn't feel like leaving.

    It was modest and functional where bags can be left after checking out, good enough for one night. The hotel had great and lovely location really close to the railway station, situated on the bank of the river Thames, the castle, and the historic area of Oxford.

  • A
    Allen
    United States
    Wrote a review on 17 Dec
    Great
    8.2

    wonderful small place, super-friendly staff that go the extra mile and understand hospitality.

  • R
    Rachel
    United Kingdom
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on 02 Nov
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining9.0
    8.0
    friendly staff
    excellent breakfast
    wifi issue
    small tv

    My experience was enjoyable, especially the breakfast that included lovely thick bacon. I was able to walk to a nearby pub recommended by the staff. The staff showed genuine interest in my activities.

    The WiFi was not working , and the room I stayed in had a small TV which felt inadequate for my needs.

    Standard Family Room With Ensuite Bathroom
  • R
    Rosie
    United Kingdom
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on 26 Oct
    Needs improvement
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location6.0
    Rooms5.0
    Service5.0
    Dining5.0
    5.0
    convenient location
    quiet area
    maintenance issues
    dirty facilities

    close proximity to the railway station, picturesque walk to major attractions, quiet and safe area

    Everything in the room screamed neglect!!! From a filthy wardrobe to a rotten window frame, it reminded me of no one cared. A thorough cleaning would do wonders!!!

    Standard Twin Room With Ensuite Bathroom
  • H
    Harper
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 21 Sept
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service9.0
    Dining9.0
    8.0
    delicious breakfast
    friendly recommendations

    Great for families seeking convenience

    The breakfast was delicious, beautifully cooked Full English with perfectly poached eggs, and a good selection of cereals and fruit. They recommended a peaceful riverside walk into town.

    It wasn't affordable, but still reasonable for what we got.

    Standard Family Room With Ensuite Bathroom
  • S
    Sebastian
    United Kingdom
    left 20 reviews
    Wrote a review on 18 Sept
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    cozy family room
    lovely garden
    tired room

    We had a lovely time in a cozy family room and really appreciated the ground-floor access, which made it so convenient! There's a great little garden by the river and a comfy lounge to unwind in after a day out. The room could use a refresh, but it didn't take away from our overall experience. Definitely recommend checking it out! 😊

    Standard Family Room Ensuite Bathroom
  • I
    Isabella
    United Kingdom
    left 13 reviews
    Wrote a review on 27 Aug
    Very good
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service8.0
    Dining9.0
    7.0
    delicious breakfast
    maintenance issue

    The breakfast with freshly cooked poached eggs was excellent!

    The bathroom urgently requires maintenance due to mold on the walls.

    Standard Family Room With Ensuite Bathroom
  • T
    Theodore
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 19 Aug
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining9.0
    8.0
    cozy atmosphere
    delicious breakfast
    great location

    Comfortable stay with a hearty breakfast

    A good two-night family stay. The top-floor room delivered a lovely view, while the cozy atmosphere was great. The veggie breakfast with river views was a highlight. For peace, ensure windows are shut at night. A short, pleasant stroll to the town center made exploring easy.

    Standard Twin Room With Ensuite Bathroom
  • N
    Naomi
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 13 Aug
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    complimentary cookies
    honesty bar

    The complimentary cookies and the cozy honesty bar added a good touch to my stay. I also appreciated the warm plates during breakfast, a nice detail.

    Standard Double Room With Ensuite Bathroom
  • H
    Hugh
    United Kingdom
    left 19 reviews
    Wrote a review on 29 Jun
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service10.0
    Dining10.0
    9.0
    great location
    good breakfast
    small bathroom
    tricky shower

    Charming stay with a good breakfast

    The breakfast was really good, with a good variety of options, including a wonderful cooked breakfast with a view of the river. The staff were great. My room was comfortable and clean, although the bathroom's small tub design was a bit tricky for an easy shower. I would definitely consider returning!

    Standard Double Room With Ensuite Bathroom
  • C
    Charlotte
    United Kingdom
    left 20 reviews
    Wrote a review on 28 Jun
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    friendly staff
    great location

    Staying at river was lovely! The staff were friendly and always quick to help. My room was cleaned every day without even asking. The location was perfect, just a pleasant walk to the train station and all the attractions. I especially enjoyed the complimentary coffee and cookies.

    do recommend

    Standard Double Room With Ensuite Bathroom
  • G
    George
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 17 Jun
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    friendly staff
    great breakfast
    cramped bathroom

    Friendly staff and great breakfast, but bathroom was a bit cramped for families.

    Standard Family Room With Ensuite Bathroom
  • G
    Greg
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 17 Jun
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining9.0
    8.0
    great view
    friendly staff
    delicious breakfast
    noisy
    hard bed

    The river hotel was super nice, the view of thames from my window was awsome. I really liked the english breakfast, it was yum! The staff were very friendly n extra helpful. I felt comfy in my room. It's not fancy but its quirky vibe is kinda cool.

    i wish the bed was softer, and it could be noisy at night sometimes.

    Standard Single Room With Ensuite Bathroom

FAQ about River Hotel

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the 2-star River Hotel?
During their stay at the 2-star River Hotel guests can visit Radcliffe Camera Library (1.8 km), Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology (1.5 km) as well as Magdalen College Deer Park (1.9 km) among others.
Can we park our car at River Hotel hotel?
Yes, at River Hotel hotel there are parking spaces provided on site.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the 2-star River Hotel hotel?
Unfortunately, the 2-star River Hotel hotel does not have on-site restaurants, but there is a variety of dining venues just outside the property. Visit restaurant Dosa Park for the taste of Asian cuisine (300 meters from the accommodation) or The Bamboo, which is famous for its Asian dishes (450 meters away).
Can I eat breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 14:00 to 21:00 and check out from 11:00.
What are the booking prices at the River Hotel hotel?
The prices at the River Hotel hotel start from $211.
What payment methods are accepted in River Hotel?
Payment methods in River Hotel include:
  • сash
  • Visa
  • American Express
  • Mastercard
What room types does the 2-star River Hotel comprise?
The 2-star River Hotel offers such room types as Basic Private Bathroom Double Room, Standard Ensuite Double Room, and Family Annex Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the hotel?
Specific suites at the hotel feature double beds or single beds and private bathrooms along with a hair dryer and toiletries.
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