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River Hotel

2.0 star property
This charming hotel strikes the perfect balance between relaxation and productivity, with thoughtful spaces that cater to both leisure and business travelers.

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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

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single 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
Detached private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Detached private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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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
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room, Ensuite, Annex Building | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Located in Oxford City Centre, a neighbourhood in Oxford, River Hotel is near a train station and on the riverwalk. Oxford Playhouse and New Theatre Oxford are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Oxford Castle and St Margaret of Antioch, Binsey. Said Business School and Worcester College are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Oxford travel guide
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17 Botley Rd, Oxford, England, OX2 0AA

What's nearby

  • Oxford, United Kingdom
    University of Oxford
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Oxford Castle Unlocked featuring château or palace, heritage elements and heritage architecture
    Oxford Castle
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bridge of sign with the Sheldonian theatre background - Oxford, UK
    New Theatre Oxford
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Tom tower at Oxford university
    Christ Church College
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Said Business School
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Four Candles (Wetherspoon)
    9 min walk
  • Jericho Coffee Traders At The Castle
    8 min walk
  • Royal Oxford Hotel
    4 min walk
  • Nando's
    8 min walk
  • The Lighthouse
    6 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 concierge services
  • 1 meeting room, luggage storage and a front desk safe
  • Smoke-free property and a banquet hall
  • 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 number of on-site self parking spaces 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

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

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 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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Reviews

River Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 288 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 288 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 288 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 288 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 288 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and pleasant hotel. Staff very friendly and helpful. I have stayed a number of times now and would gladly book another stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Sara

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was old and shaking, heating system was also really bad, but breakfast and services was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sansanee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A small old property with an excellent staff, a great breakfast area, clean rooms and very well located. Definitely, I will choose this properly next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property right on the Thames with warm staff who are happy to assist with recommendations
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really close to the station and easy walk to the old town. Lovely location on the river and great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Gaylene

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An older property, all staff very friendly and a good breakfast. Well located for town and train station
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Murtaza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a good stay. The hospitality was commendable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

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

Perfect spot for a last minute stay in Oxford

Had an unexpected stay in Oxford.for a night and was able to book the River Hotel last minute. This was perfect for a night stay. Clean cozy room. We had to leave early the next morning missing the includes breakfast. The staff left us a togo breakfast in the self serve bar. Very kind and thoughful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

One night stay.

Great location, clean, comfortable, lovely staff. Slightly dated, in need of modernising.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and friendly! Close to transportation and a 10min walk to the city center. Breakfast was wonderful! Lovely little sitting room stocked with drinks and snacks was an added bonus. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a great find! Despite the roadworks this hotel was quiet and very conveniently located for the new theatre. We even managed two different circular walks along the canals and rivers in different directions from the hotel. Parking was included as well as a great breakfast. would definately stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very nice stay. The staff were very helpful, especially Julian. He did so much for us. And breakfast was tasty and hot.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mascha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Old rooms and our room was at the streetside, quite noisy at night, but we liked it anyway because of the friendly reception, parking behind the hotel, walking distance to the city centre, good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host accommodated our breakfast requests
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Great river location with easy access to city

Great location by the river, easy access to the city and lovely river walks. Breakfast good quality well cooked. 27/7 access to the honesty bar. Great welcoming staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at this hotel and was impressed by its excellent location, close to the station and incredibly convenient to explore Oxford. The staff were attentive, friendly, and always ready to offer valuable advice on the best things to see and do in the city. Breakfast was a highlight, especially while enjoying views of the river and garden. Overall it was an enjoyable stay in Oxford.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Joost

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice hotel with good breakfast and friendly personnel nearby the center of Oxford. I had a good chamber and a good bed. The only thing I didn't like was that the windows could not open. But there was a fan and that was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
two night stay in oxford. Great location for train travel. The hotel was very clean and tidy. Breakfast area was very clean and tidy also .Staff were very attentive . The only problem was lack of air conditioning during heatwave.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful nights stay at the River Hotel on a girls trip with a friend. Our twin room was clean, well kept and a great size with nice decor. We had a great little TV, ample power sockets, tea and coffee facilities and everything else we could possibly need. Nice spacious bathroom with shower gel, shampoo etc already supplied. Parking on site was great considering how difficult it is to find in central Oxford. The hotel was happy for us to keep our car parked there for the day after we checked out so could we could explore the city. Not something they had to do was greatly appreciated. Free breakfast was wonderful with a wide array of choices. The breakfast room is lovely with views looking over the Thames. I’ll definitely stay here again next time I’m visiting Oxford. The hotel was great, but the staff are what really make it. Thank you for treating us so wonderfully.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

rachel

Great location (except current closure of bridge makes a taxi journey back from city at night expensive). Lovely owner and staff. Great, and generous, selection of breakfasts. Rooms comfortable and everything you need but could do with updating.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nicely kept "homey" place to stay. More like a B&B than hotel. Great fresh, made to order breakfast each morning .Really good staff (came back in after midnight to get suitcases airline had misdirected.) No a/c, but opening windows helped keep it cool at night. No elevator. Rooms on 2nd and 3rd floors. Road construction nearby means a little longer walk to downtown, but were told in advance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr. Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasent stay in this small hotel nearby Train station and short walk to city. Stayed once before and still as enjoyable. Nice cooked to order breakfast. Has everything you need there with friendly staff. Their motto is: Large enough to be comfortable.. Small enough to be friendly..
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Anne

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

Great staff and a comfortable and welcoming stay

The standout features of this hotel were the friendly welcome and helpfulness of the staff, the breakfast which included a choice of kippers, the view of the Thames from the dining room (I watched an angler catching a fish from the opposite bank and swans and ducks were swimming on the river), the honesty bar and there was a teapot in my room with the tea and coffee and biscuits which I really appreciated. The best of British hospitality and a comfortable cosy room made up for no lift and older facilities, all of which worked well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint cosy hotel by the river, walkable to everywhere , right across Oxford train station , amazing , cosy, clean room , perfect English breakfast, a gem in Oxford . Love it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023