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River Hotel

2.0 star property
Edwardian hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Located near The King's Centre and Worcester College, River Hotel surrounds guests with gardens, a quiet library, and a lively bar. The restaurant serves English breakfast, and in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected. The staff earns consistent praise for their helpful service.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is €187
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

Room options

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
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

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

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

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

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Detached private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin 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/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

Family Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

Family Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Located in an annex building
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Said Business School - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Oxford Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • New Theatre Oxford - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Christ Church College - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bodleian Library - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Oxford Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Castleyard Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Oxford Retreat - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dosa Park - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jericho Coffee Traders At The Castle - ‬8 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 a front desk safe
  • Concierge services, luggage storage and 1 meeting room
  • A banquet hall and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at River Hotel have amenities, such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Shower/bath combinations, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Highchairs, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered extended parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Limited on-site 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 lift

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 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.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 10 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 cots/infant beds and on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen 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 does it cost to stay at River Hotel?

As of 13 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Hotel on 19 Oct 2025 start from €187.41, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Checkout 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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