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River Hotel Oxford

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Oxford
Aug 30, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
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📍 17 Botley Rd

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River Hotel Review

Set within a 5-minute drive of the working Bodleian Library, the 2-star River Hotel Oxford features Wi-Fi in the rooms as well as a private parking garage on site. The hotel is set 200 metres from Osney Island bus stop, and just near ATIK Oxford Club.

This Oxford hotel offers English breakfast in the restaurant. The property is right next to The Porterhouse Grill & Rooms restaurant with its British dishes.

The centre of Oxford can be reached within 15 minutes' walk of the property, and such cultural venues as Taylor Institution Library are around 1.5 km away. You will enjoy your visit to Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology, located within 1.5 km of the River Oxford.

The nearby entertainment attractions of Oxford include the independent theatre "Oxford Playhouse", which is approximately 0.8 km away.

This Oxford property features 16 rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as tea and coffee making facilities. A bathtub, together with such amenities as a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, are also at guests' disposal. Some of the units look out over the garden.

River Hotel is settled 75 km from Gloucestershire airport.

Impressions

Positives and negatives

  • Intimate old-fashioned hotel with a beautiful central setting.
  • Lots of air conditioned rooms available with a bathroom, a shower and an internet.
  • Some units with cosy decor.
  • Satisfactory English breakfast.
  • Good restaurant serving Asian cuisine.
  • Rates are good.
  • A few guests were dissatisfied with a little lumpy beds.
  • A few vacationers mentioned that Wi-Fi was off.

Key Features

  • private parking
  • free wifi
  • family rooms
  • non-smoking rooms
  • restaurant
  • bar
  • tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • exceptional breakfast

Rooms

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Basic Single Room with Private Bathroom Single
Size: 9 m2
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Standard Single Room With Ensuite Bathroom Single
Size: 9 m2
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Basic Double Room with Private Bathroom Double
Size: 12 m2
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Standard Double Room with Ensuite Bathroom Double
Size: 12 m2
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3 guests maximum, of which 3 adults maximum
Standard Family Room with Ensuite Bathroom Family
Size: 15 m2
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Standard Twin Room with Ensuite Bathroom Twin
Size: 12 m2
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Facilities

Facilities

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Rooms

  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Dining facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
    • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Relax

  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Tennis court

Activities for Kids

  • Cots
  • Board games

Reviews

  • Cleanliness 8.7/10
  • Comfort 8.4/10
  • Facilities 7.9/10
  • Free WiFi 8.9/10
  • Location 9.4/10
  • Total 8.2/10
  • Value for money 8.1/10
The hotel is located very close to the river, which makes for a nice walk around to the botanic gardens. It is also conveniently located near the hop-on, hop-off buses. The hotel is a short walk from the railway station and is so close to the city center. Adequate parking is available at the rear of the hotel. The breakfast provided was great, with a good variety of options. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Nothing to dislike.
We had a fantastic stay at this hotel. The location was perfect, just a short walk from the city center. Everything we needed was within walking distance, including restaurants, pubs, and shops. The hotel facilities were great, with comfortable and spacious rooms. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly, making our stay even better. The breakfast buffet was delicious, with a wide variety of options to choose from. we were impressed with the cleanliness, parking availability, and the convenient transportation options in this city.
Everything is exactly what we needed and wanted.
We loved the location of this hotel. It was very close to the city centre, making it convenient for exploring all the shops and restaurants. Additionally, it was situated right by the canal, which provided a lovely walk to the botanic gardens. The hotel facilities were great, with a delicious breakfast that had a good variety of options. The staff were friendly and helpful, making our stay even more enjoyable.
Everything was fantastic.
I had a fantastic stay at this hotel. The location is excellent, very close to the train station and convenient for transportation. The hotel is situated on the quieter side of the city, allowing for a peaceful night's sleep. The staff were incredibly helpful and kind, providing useful recommendations for lunch and local attractions. The breakfasts were delicious and prepared on request. The hotel also offers a lovely view of the garden and the river Thames.
Nothing not to love.
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Location

Landmarks nearby

  • Sheldonian Theatre 1.19 km (3904 ft)
  • University Church of St Mary the Virgin 1.27 km (4167 ft)
  • The Covered Market Oxford 1.05 km (3445 ft)
  • Bodleian Library 1.24 km (4068 ft)
  • Oxford University Museum of Natural History 1.33 km (4364 ft)
  • Pitt Rivers Museum 1.35 km (4429 ft)
  • Carfax Tower 970 m (3182 ft)
  • Museum of the History of Science 1.17 km (3839 ft)
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River Hotel FAQ

How far is the city centre from the River Hotel?
Oxford city centre can be reached within a 15-minute walk from the River Hotel.
Which landmarks can we visit during our stay at the 2-star River Hotel?
City Sight Seeing Oxford, placed within just 450 metres of the 2-star River Hotel as well as Gloucester Green Market accessible with merely a 13-minute walk are worth visiting.
Does the River Hotel have guest parking?
Yes, at the River Hotel your car will be safe in a private parking garage on site.