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Our top choices for Merton College hotels

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Old Bank Hotel

Old Bank Hotel

Old Bank Hotel
4.0 star property
Oxford City Centre, 0.2 km from Merton College
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (706)
"Wonderful place"
United States
Debra
The price is ฿7,435
฿8,922 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Old Bank Hotel
Family Triple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Crown Hotel

Crown Hotel

Crown Hotel
2.0 star property
East Oxford, 1.1 km from Merton College
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (205)
"Nicely refurbished small hotel, 20 minute walk to the city centre but loads of nice restaurants and pubs nearby too, perfect for short break "
United Kingdom
Julie
Crown Hotel
Terrace/patio
Old Parsonage Hotel

Old Parsonage Hotel

Old Parsonage Hotel
4.0 star property
Oxford City Centre, 1.1 km from Merton College
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (560)
"Lovely boutique hotel with a wonderful ambiance. "
United States
Bryan
The price is ฿6,960
฿8,352 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Old Parsonage Hotel
Exterior
The Store

The Store

The Store
5.0 star property
Oxford City Centre, 0.6 km from Merton College
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (255)
"Great room size, layout, and decor Comfy bed Dog friendly with great treat box Good amenities Great location Helpful and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Conor
The price is ฿13,287
฿15,945 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
The Store
Hallway
Malmaison Oxford

Malmaison Oxford

Malmaison Oxford
4.0 star property
Oxford City Centre, 0.8 km from Merton College
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Great stay, "
United Kingdom
Selina
The price is ฿4,605
฿5,526 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Malmaison Oxford
Restaurant
Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre

Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre

Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre
4.0 star property
Oxford City Centre, 0.9 km from Merton College
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (719)
"Great location in middle of the city area almost next door to the shopping centre. Drop off zone available at the front of the hotel, and you can then park at the shopping centre. Very helpful staff. Modern and clean"
Australia
Patricia
The price is ฿4,397
฿5,277 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre
Restaurant
The Black Boy

The Black Boy

The Black Boy
3.5 star property
Headington, 3.1 km from Merton College
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (134)
"Really welcoming and friendly staff. Room was comfortable, clean and well equipped. Had evening meal in the pub and even though they had two large groups in for Christmas meals they looked after us really well. Staff are the standout but the place overall was great"
United Kingdom
Matthew
The price is ฿5,273
฿6,327 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
The Black Boy
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar
The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton

The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton

The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton
5.0 star property
Oxford City Centre, 0.7 km from Merton College
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (724)
"Lovely hotel, wonderful atmosphere and great service"
United States
Michelle
The price is ฿6,842
฿8,211 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton
Restaurant
The Mad Hatter Oxford

The Mad Hatter Oxford

The Mad Hatter Oxford
2.5 star property
East Oxford, 0.7 km from Merton College
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (45)
"Never could figure out how to get into the bar/restaurant below -- I'm not sure it was even open? So we never saw any other people/staff. But the room was very nice and comfortable. There are a lot of stairs to get to the rooms, so be prepared for that."
United States
Stacy
The Mad Hatter Oxford
Front of property
St. Margaret's Hotel

St. Margaret's Hotel

St. Margaret's Hotel
4.0 star property
North Oxford, 2 km from Merton College
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (461)
"Clean, quiet with modern bathroom. A nice little boutique hotel experience. Slept very well. "
United States
Celeste
The price is ฿5,505
฿6,606 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
St. Margaret's Hotel
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Milka's

Milka's

Milka's
3.0 star property
East Oxford, 2.1 km from Merton College
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (73)
"Great location"
United States
Elvira
The price is ฿3,476
฿4,171 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Milka's
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voco Oxford Spires by IHG

voco Oxford Spires by IHG

voco Oxford Spires by IHG
4.0 star property
South Oxford, 1.2 km from Merton College
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Great breakfast and lovely breakfast staff"
United Kingdom
Lou
The price is ฿4,007
฿4,809 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
voco Oxford Spires by IHG
Front of property
Vanbrugh House Hotel

Vanbrugh House Hotel

Vanbrugh House Hotel
4.0 star property
Oxford City Centre, 0.7 km from Merton College
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Love this hotel. Beautifully located. Warm and comfortable and great staff. "
Australia
Leela
The price is ฿4,753
฿5,703 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Vanbrugh House Hotel
Exterior
George Street Hotel

George Street Hotel

George Street Hotel
5.0 star property
Oxford City Centre, 0.7 km from Merton College
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (895)
"Great location, great sized room, clean, and good amenities "
United Kingdom
Holly
The price is ฿6,580
฿7,896 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
George Street Hotel
Courtyard
Cotswold Lodge Hotel

Cotswold Lodge Hotel

Cotswold Lodge Hotel
4.0 star property
North Oxford, 1.7 km from Merton College
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (943)
"Clean room, nice staff, fantastic location, cooked breakfast is all made to order and was the nicest I’ve had for ages (including in far pricier places!) "
United Kingdom
Elizabeth
The price is ฿6,187
฿7,424 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Cotswold Lodge Hotel
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The Balkan Lodge Oxford

The Balkan Lodge Oxford

The Balkan Lodge Oxford
2.0 star property
East Oxford, 1.9 km from Merton College
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (123)
"Very good stay 😊"
United Kingdom
Simon
The price is ฿2,678
฿3,213 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
The Balkan Lodge Oxford
Superior Studio | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
No.192 Oxford

No.192 Oxford

No.192 Oxford
2.0 star property
East Oxford, 1.2 km from Merton College
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (113)
"Very good value for money. Clean and comfortable place. Staff very helpful. I called them on the phone for a query and they answered immediately and were really helpful. "
United Kingdom
Marco
No.192 Oxford
Daily continental breakfast (GBP 12 per person)
The Galaxie

The Galaxie

The Galaxie
4.0 star property
Summertown, 2.8 km from Merton College
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (347)
"Pleasant stay. "
United Kingdom
Bilal
The price is ฿2,341
฿2,809 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
The Galaxie
Family Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Crown House

Crown House

Crown House
3.0 star property
East Oxford, 1.2 km from Merton College
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (44)
"The room was large and clean. Based on location be prepared for Uni kids to load a boisterous all night (and I mean all night to 0600)…"
Canada
Geoffrey
The price is ฿2,285
฿2,742 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Crown House
Reception
Ethos Hotel

Ethos Hotel

Ethos Hotel
4.0 star property
South Oxford, 0.9 km from Merton College
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (743)
"Yes. Very helpful."
United States
Monica
The price is ฿4,699
฿5,638 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Ethos Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Merton College Hotel Reviews

voco Oxford Spires by IHG

voco Oxford Spires by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Hotel was fabulous, great room, lovely staff and such an easy walk into the centre of Oxford. Perfect for a two night stay. Super food in the restaurant too."
Susan 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
voco Oxford Spires by IHG

Hotels near other Merton College attractions

Quite symmetrical. This was taken while I was taking a casual stroll through Oxford. It was quite busy although school was out at the time. Beautiful grounds! Oxford is only an hr or so from London and is so worth a day trip.
Photo by Sara W
Open Photo by Sara W

The Queen's College

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit The Queen's College during your trip to Oxford. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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University Church of St Mary the Virgin showing heritage elements and a statue or sculpture

University Church of St Mary the Virgin

This 11th-century church served as the center from which the city of Oxford grew and its tower is one of the best lookout points in the district.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Merton College?
Merton College is located in a historic area of Oxford known for its stunning river views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 264 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Merton College?
Adjacent to Merton College, Old Bank Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good choices close by include Malmaison Oxford and The Store.
How many hotels will I find close to Merton College?
Expedia has 264 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Merton College.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Merton College, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Merton College.
What can I see and do near Merton College?
Study the collections at Ashmolean Museum, Museum of Oxford or Bate Collection. Christ Church Cathedral, Radcliffe Camera and Carfax Tower are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can catch a show at New Theatre Oxford, Oxford Playhouse and Burton Taylor Studio.
How can I get to Merton College?
If you're taking a train to the area, Oxford Station is the closest stop to Oxford City Centre. There may not be many public transport options near to Merton College so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

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