Lye Valley Travel Guide
Oxford
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Popular places to visit
University of Oxford
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Oxford during your travels in Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
New Theatre Oxford
Enjoy a show at New Theatre Oxford, a theatre with a story to tell in Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
John Radcliffe Hospital
If John Radcliffe Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Oxford.
Oxford Castle
Embark on an entertaining journey through this medieval castle. Learn about its dark past and listen to tales of murder and crime.
Christ Church College
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Christ Church College during your trip to Oxford. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Bodleian Library
Sign up for a tour to get a closer look at the priceless gems in one of the oldest libraries in the world.
Top hotels in Lye Valley
Malmaison Oxford
Great hotel, quirky rooms, clean, well furnished, and comfortable. Staff super friendly, including bar / breakfast staff and desk staff. Felt really welcome. An extremely positive experience
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa
Room upgrade on arrival , drinks in mini bar a bonus. Size of the room
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
The Store
Staying at The Store was a pleasure. The staff were incredibly helpful, friendly and polite. The room was comfortable with excellent facilities and a beautiful calm interior decorating scheme. I would happily stay again if visting Oxford.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre
We had a great one night stay. The hotel was a short walk from the station and we were able to check in as soon as we arrived as a room was ready. Room was lovely, a nice temperature. The breakfast was very good lots of choice. Staff were very friendly. The hotel was in a great position just a short ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford
Was ok. Our room wasn’t available for some reason and we got put in a disabled access room. Didn’t bother us too much but can see why it would bother others with the bathroom and toilet.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton
Nice and clean with friendly staff.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lye Valley
Wood Farm
When in Wood Farm, you can plan a visit to Headington Shark and Iffley Road Track, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Cowley
While visiting Cowley, you might make a stop by sights like Temple Cowley Pools and Southfield Golf Club.
Headington
You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Headington. You might want to make time for a stop at Headington Shark or Exciting Game.
East Oxford
While visiting East Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Iffley Road Track and Thames River.
Rose Hill
Rose Hill might not have many top sights, but Temple Cowley Pools and Kassam Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Northway
While Northway isn't home to many top sights, Headington Shark and Oxford University Museum of Natural History are some notable places to visit nearby.
