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Overview

Located a short walk from Oxford Railway Station, Head of the River provides guests with an ideal base while in Oxford. It offers free Wi-Fi and a garden, and is an easy stroll from Christ Church and Oxford and Cherwell Valley College.

All the rooms at Head of the River provide a coffee maker, plus all the necessities for an enjoyable stay. They are also equipped with a shower and a telephone.

Head of the River Inn Oxford is within walking distance of the Oxford Castle, the Bodleian Library and the University of Oxford Botanic Garden. There are a range of dining, shopping and nightlife options a stone's throw away.

8,7
Very good
2891 reviews

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Double room, bed type unknown
R2 649
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Superior room, bed type unknown
R4 332
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Double room, 1 double bed
R4 847
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Double room, bed type unknown
R6 114
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Head of the River

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries

Reviews of Head of the River

8,7
Very good
2891 verified ratings
Wonderful
1490
Very good
614
Good
419
Okay
146
Fair
120
Mediocre
38
Poor
64

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent location by the river and close to Oxford's main attractions, as well as the high quality and variety of the breakfast. Many reviews highlighted the friendly and helpful staff, and several noted the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, with some mentioning spacious accommodations. While there were some negative comments about value, noise, and amenities in a few reviews, the overall impression is very positive, especially regarding the location, breakfast, and service.
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Location10 out of 10
Breakfast9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Room Size8 out of 10
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8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Sept 2019
Pros (+) The breakfast was really good and you could have as much as you wanted.

Location

1 Folly Bridge, Oxford, OX1 4LB

What's nearby

  • Christ Church College356 m
  • Merton College0.6 km
  • University Church of St Mary the Virgin0.7 km
  • Oxford Castle0.7 km
  • Jesus College0.8 km
  • University of Oxford Botanic Garden0.8 km
  • All Souls College0.8 km
  • Oxford City Centre0.8 km
  • Exeter College0.8 km
  • Bodleian Library0.8 km
  • New Theatre Oxford0.8 km
  • Ashmolean Museum1 km

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Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Head of the River

Which month has the cheapest rates at Head of the River?

The cheapest month to stay at Head of the River is March, with an average nightly rate of R3 861. The most expensive month is June at R7 160 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Head of the River?

The cheapest day to book Head of the River is Wednesday, with an average nightly rate of R3 593. The most expensive day is Sunday at R8 066 per night.

How far in advance should you book Head of the River?

To get the best price at Head of the River, book around 6 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 2% compared to booking last minute.

FAQs when booking at Head of the River

  • Where is Head of the River located?

    Head of the River is located at 1 Folly Bridge, 0,6 km from the centre of Oxford. Christ Church College is the closest landmark to Head of the River.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Head of the River?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Head of the River.

  • Does Head of the River offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Head of the River offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Head of the River from the airport?

    Head of the River is 10,9 km from Oxford Kidlington. Head of the River is 22,5 km from Brize Norton.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Head of the River hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Head of the River in Oxford and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Head of the River and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Head of the River.

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Distance to airport

8,2
0,6 km
Oxford Kidlington
10,9 km