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The Head of the River

4.0 star property
Upscale riverwalk inn, walk to Thames River

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The Head of the River

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Garden
Terrace/patio
Indulgence Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Cosy Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Serves lunch and dinner

Overview of The Head of the River

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Check out the area

Map
Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford, England, OX1 4LB
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Oxford3 min walk
  • Popular LocationOxford Station17 min walk
  • Popular LocationAbingdon Radley Station10 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)62 min drive

Room options

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Comfy Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Comfy Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Indulgence Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Indulgence Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cosy Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Cosy Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Oxford

The Head of the River is located in Oxford City Centre, a neighbourhood in Oxford, and is near a train station and on the waterfront. Oxford Castle and Blenheim Palace are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Thames River. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Oxford Ice Rink or Iffley Road Track.
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What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 3 min walk
  • Christ Church College - 4 min walk
  • Oxford Castle - 12 min walk
  • Bodleian Library - 13 min walk
  • New Theatre Oxford - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • Oxford Station - 17 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Joe & the Juice - 9 min walk
  • Pret a Manger - 10 min walk
  • Sticks'n'Sushi - Oxford - 9 min walk
  • George & Danver Ice Cream Cafe - 6 min walk
  • Nando's - 10 min walk

About this property

The Head of the River

Upscale eco-certified inn located in Oxford City Centre
Close to Oxford Castle and University of Oxford, The Head of the River provides a terrace, a garden and a bar. The on-site restaurant, The Head of the River, features British cuisine. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at The Head of the River include amenities, such as free WiFi, espresso makers and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Free infant beds, electric kettles and heating

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10–15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Head of the River

Family friendly

  • Free cot

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (89 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (107 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
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 8 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 10.00 to 15.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Head River
Head River Inn
Head River Inn Oxford
Head River Oxford
Head Of The River Hotel Oxford
The Head of the River Inn
The Head of the River Oxford
The Head of the River Inn Oxford

Frequently asked questions

Is The Head of the River pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Head of the River?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Head of the River?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Head of the River?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Head of the River located?

Located in Oxford City Centre, this eco-certified inn is within a 5-minute walk of Thames River and University of Oxford. Thames Path and Christ Church Meadows are also within 5 minutes. Oxford Station is 17 minutes by foot.

The Head of the River Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 279 out of 601 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 601 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 601 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 601 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 601 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, cosy, welcoming and full of charm. The staff were friendly and helpful. My room had beautiful views of the river and meadow. I’d come back to Oxford just to stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Head of the River with our kids for a few days recently when visiting schools in the Oxford area. We really liked it. The rooms are lovely and have everything you need, the kids loved the free breakfast which was really delicious. We ended up eating most of our meals there and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room but was a bit dusty and the bed not comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

veena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay and relax
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Walking distance from train. Room on top floor had great views of the river.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extended work stay.
Stayed there for several nights. The room was very comfortable and clean. I especially liked the breakfast and very friendly staff. Plus, the location is great for seeing Oxford.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Leanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
We had an overall good stay at The Head of the River. We were in walking distance to landmarks of interest and there was a lovely coffee shop across the street. The breakfast was included and was good and the staff were friendly. Overall cleanliness of the room was not up to our standards and the first evening we were there it was quite noisy. Would probably look into other options before returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023