The Best Hotels Closest to Sheldonian Theatre in Oxford - 2026 Updated Prices

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A historic hotel with a classic facade, arched windows, and a prominent entrance.

A round table with a vase of flowers and a notebook, positioned by a window with a view of a building.

A restaurant with round tables, wooden chairs, and a bar area.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, tables, and chairs, surrounded by buildings with large windows and a central fountain.

1. Old Bank Hotel

Oxford City Centre, 0.2 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Carolynne

฿8,180

฿9,816 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a desk, chair, and a bed. There is a window with curtains, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bookshelf.

A hotel room with a round wooden table, two chairs, a flower vase, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A black sign with white lettering indicating "10 Crown Street" on a stone wall.

A hotel hallway with framed artwork on the walls, a carpeted floor, and a wooden door at the end.

2. Crown Hotel

East Oxford, 1.5 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Nancy

฿4,214

฿5,057 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs under a large umbrella, surrounded by stone walls and potted plants.

A stone building with a traditional architectural style, featuring a prominent chimney and multiple windows.

A room with a bookshelf filled with books, a grey sofa with a red pillow, and a round table with a book.

A hotel room with a bed, two purple armchairs, a round coffee table with tea set, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

3. Old Parsonage Hotel

Oxford City Centre, 0.7 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Jose

฿8,062

฿9,674 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, round tables, and a bar area.

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A rooftop terrace with a view of historic buildings, a railing, and a sign that reads "BROMIC".

A modern cafe with a long counter, multiple seating areas, and large windows offering views of the city.

4. The Store

Oxford City Centre, 0.2 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Nadia

฿7,773

฿9,327 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A building with a red door, a brick archway, and hanging flower baskets.

A breakfast buffet with various cereal boxes, bowls of yogurt, and other breakfast items on a marble countertop.

A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a bedside table, and a framed city skyline artwork on the wall.

A staircase with white railings and grey carpeted steps.

5. Red Mullions Guest House

Headington, 2.7 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Kam Fun

฿3,346

฿4,015 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A two-story building with a central entrance, stone facade, and multiple windows.

A long, narrow hall with wooden benches and tables, high ceilings with intricate woodwork, and large windows.

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple round tables and chairs, a central bar area, and a modern kitchen visible in the background.

A courtyard with outdoor seating and a brick building with multiple windows.

6. voco Oxford Spires by IHG

South Oxford, 1.5 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Rosa

฿4,294

฿5,152 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A multi-level interior with a central staircase, glass railings, and a high ceiling with skylights.

A bar area with a staircase, bar stools, and bottles.

A building with a stone facade, a neon sign reading "Malmaison," and a large chandelier above the entrance.

A table set for dining with a bottle of wine, glasses, and a potted plant with lavender.

7. Malmaison Oxford

Oxford City Centre, 0.6 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Andrea

฿5,626

฿6,751 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant with round tables, hanging purple flowers, and warm lighting.

A reception area with two counters, modern lighting, and a wooden panel wall.

A modern, cozy seating area with a laptop on a table, a cup, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern hotel room with large windows, a globe on a side table, and a minimalist decor.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre

Oxford City Centre, 0.7 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Jeannie

฿5,297

฿6,356 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a stone fountain, and a statue.

A hotel room with floral wallpaper, a bed with green pillows, a desk with a lamp, and two armchairs.

A room with a large window, a desk with a lamp, and several chairs.

A dining area with a round table set for two, a red sofa, and a window with floral curtains.

9. Cotswold Lodge Hotel

North Oxford, 1.3 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Anna

฿6,229

฿7,475 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a glass ceiling, and various plants.

A dark, ornate hallway with a wooden staircase, wall-mounted lamps, and framed artwork.

A bar area with wooden flooring, a bar counter, shelves with bottles, and a chair with a cushion.

A cozy living room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug.

10. The Galaxie

Summertown, 2.4 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Penelope

฿3,464

฿4,157 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A neatly made bed with a headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a dresser, and a mirror.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, marble walls, and a black tiled floor.

A hallway with a red and white striped ceiling, a light fixture, and a door at the end.

A restaurant interior with pink booths, checkered flooring, and various framed pictures on the walls.

11. The Mad Hatter Oxford

East Oxford, 1.1 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Sonya

฿4,164

฿4,997 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A library with bookshelves, leather chairs, and a chandelier.

A restaurant with pink booths, round tables, and chandeliers.

A luxurious room with a red velvet sofa, ornate lamps, and floral wallpaper.

A bar area with a large chandelier, red bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

12. The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton

Oxford City Centre, 0.3 km from Sheldonian Theatre

James

฿7,362

฿8,834 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A breakfast buffet with various food items, condiments, and beverages.

A row of red brick terraced houses with bay windows and white trim.

A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, a bedside table, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

A paved courtyard with brick buildings, a clear sky, and a red car parked in the distance.

13. Sportsview Guest House

South Oxford, 1.4 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Becky

฿3,009

฿3,610 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a dark leather sofa, wooden flooring, and framed artwork on the walls.

A building entrance with a wooden door, a sign above the door, and two flower baskets on either side.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A backyard with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by a low brick wall and a white fence.

14. The Balkan Lodge Oxford

East Oxford, 2.3 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Anthony

฿3,997

฿4,797 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A large, two-story building with a covered outdoor seating area and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A bar area with stools, a counter with bottles, and a view of the outside.

A grand house with a central staircase leading to a covered patio area with outdoor seating.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

15. Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel

Iffley, 2.9 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Felicity

฿3,083

฿3,700 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A riverside restaurant with outdoor seating, a sign reading "The Head of the River," and a bridge connecting to another building.

A bar area with wooden furniture, hanging lights, and a bar counter.

A historic building with a waterfront view, featuring multiple levels with outdoor seating areas and a dock with boats.

A room with a wooden desk, a chair, a mirror, and a shelf with a box and a small plant.

16. The Head of the River

Oxford City Centre, 0.9 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Lana

฿5,297

฿6,356 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A bedroom with a large bed, a red armchair, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a garden and buildings outside.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a kettle.

A residential area with a house featuring a pitched roof, multiple windows, and a visible chimney.

A room with a wooden table, a blue chair, a mirror, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

17. No.192 Oxford

East Oxford, 1.6 km from Sheldonian Theatre

฿3,631

฿4,357 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A cozy room with a large window, a bed, a small table, and two colorful armchairs.

A living room with a floor lamp, a sofa, and a chair. There is a dining area in the background with a table and chairs.

A staircase with a wooden handrail and white balusters, leading to a room with three stained glass windows.

A modern bathroom with a shower, tiled walls, and a window with blinds.

18. 100 Banbury road Oxford

North Oxford, 1.8 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Ruxandra

฿4,185

฿5,022 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bicycle parked on a cobblestone street, a building with a sign for the Vanbrugh House Hotel, and a church steeple in the background.

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, surrounded by climbing plants and a stone wall.

A fireplace with a decorative mirror above it.

A historic building with a traditional facade, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is a hotel.

19. Vanbrugh House Hotel

Oxford City Centre, 0.4 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Dana

฿5,836

฿7,004 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There are windows with shutters, a radiator, and a chandelier.

A brick wall, a white door, and a small patio with a table and chairs.

A two-story brick building with a white front door, number 118, and two potted plants on the steps.

A window with a view of trees and a clear sky.

20. Lakeside Oxford Hotel

South Oxford, 1.5 km from Sheldonian Theatre

฿4,304

฿5,165 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Sheldonian Theatre

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Old Bank Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 764 reviews	View
Crown Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 277 reviews	View
Old Parsonage Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 595 reviews	View
The Store	9.4 Exceptional 404 reviews	View
Red Mullions Guest House	9.2 Wonderful 353 reviews	View

Top Sheldonian Theatre Hotel Reviews

Vanbrugh House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay here. Very helpful staff, absolutely brilliant location right in the centre of Oxford. Extremely comfortable bed . Fab shower . !!!"

George Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"great location,helpful staff, very comfortable rooms."

The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"The Alice in Wonderland theme is done with real taste — playful without being kitschy — and the portrait of Oscar Wilde in my room was a delightful surprise. My evening tea was a lovely daily ritual that gave the stay a sense of calm and occasion. Above all, the staff were warm, friendly, and exceptionally helpful, attentive without ever being intrusive. A memorable stay I'd happily repeat."

Malmaison Oxford

10/10 Excellent

"A very unique and lovely place to stay! Room was very clean and well appointed. We were able to easily walk to shops, pubs, and the University sites. Highly recommend!"

easyhotel Oxford

10/10 Excellent

"I got mixed up on my check out dates and the team was extremely helpful. Highly recommend."

The Buttery Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed in a front facing deluxe room which was very spacious and had everything I needed. The surprise addition of a small fridge in the room was great for me as it meant I could fill it with cold cans & nibbles, which made for a comfortable evening in after a long day out. I felt very secure as a female solo traveller & the offer from staff to help me with my luggage down the stairs was very welcome. The view from the large windows over Broad Street was superb especially in the morning as the sun came up. It’s a shame there isn’t a small table & chair in the window area as it was a lovely place to sit & watch the world go by."

Old Parsonage Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"All round superb"

Ethos Hotel – Oxford City

10/10 Excellent

"My only issue was that the bathroom was not clean."

The Store

10/10 Excellent

"Great short stay, will book again. Bar was great."

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A historic building with a round tower and ornate iron gates.

Bodleian Library

9.4/10 (548 reviews)

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A historic courtyard with Gothic architecture, including pointed arches and a large arched entrance.

Exeter College

8.8/10 (92 reviews)

Stroll across perfectly kept grounds, admire centuries-old architecture and attend a peaceful evening recital in one of Oxford’s first colleges.

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An arched bridge over a street with historic buildings.

Bridge of Sighs

8.6/10 (28 reviews)

One of the most photographed spots in the university, this bridge dates back to the early 1900s and unites two parts of Hertford College.

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A long corridor with stone walls and columns.

Trinity College

8.4/10 (6 reviews)

Explore the campus of Trinity College during your trip to Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.

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A historic building with a tall spire and a large arched entrance.

All Souls College

Explore the campus of All Souls College during your trip to Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.

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Museum of the History of Science

You can browse the exhibits at Museum of the History of Science, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.

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Divinity School

Find out about the history of Oxford with a stop at Divinity School. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.

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Clarendon Building

Learn about the local history of Oxford when you take a trip to Clarendon Building. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sheldonian Theatre?

Sheldonian Theatre is located in an area of Oxford known for its interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 247 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Sheldonian Theatre?

Adjacent to Sheldonian Theatre, The Store is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 bars. Other good choices close by include Malmaison Oxford and Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre.

How many hotels are there close to Sheldonian Theatre?

Expedia has 247 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Sheldonian Theatre.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sheldonian Theatre, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Sheldonian Theatre.

What can I see and do near Sheldonian Theatre?

Ashmolean Museum, Museum of the History of Science and Museum of Oxford feature captivating exhibits. While you're exploring, swing by Divinity School, Bridge of Sighs and Radcliffe Camera to learn a bit about the area. You can check out the local talent at New Theatre Oxford, Oxford Playhouse and Burton Taylor Studio.

How can I get to Sheldonian Theatre?

If you're hopping a train into the city, Oxford Station is the closest stop to Oxford City Centre. There may not be many public transport stops close to Sheldonian Theatre so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

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Our top choices for Sheldonian Theatre hotels

1. Old Bank Hotel

2. Crown Hotel

3. Old Parsonage Hotel

4. The Store

5. Red Mullions Guest House

6. voco Oxford Spires by IHG

7. Malmaison Oxford

8. Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre

9. Cotswold Lodge Hotel

10. The Galaxie

11. The Mad Hatter Oxford

12. The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton

13. Sportsview Guest House

14. The Balkan Lodge Oxford

15. Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel

16. The Head of the River

17. No.192 Oxford

18. 100 Banbury road Oxford

19. Vanbrugh House Hotel

20. Lakeside Oxford Hotel

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Top Sheldonian Theatre Hotel Reviews

Vanbrugh House Hotel

George Street Hotel

The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton

Malmaison Oxford

easyhotel Oxford

The Buttery Hotel

Old Parsonage Hotel

Ethos Hotel – Oxford City

The Store

Other attractions near Sheldonian Theatre

Bodleian Library

Exeter College

Bridge of Sighs

Trinity College

All Souls College

Museum of the History of Science

Divinity School

Clarendon Building

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