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Tower House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Oxford, steps from University of Oxford
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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025

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Heating
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Fan
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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The Buttery Hotel

Free WiFi
Housekeeping
24/7 front desk
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
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About the area

Map
15 Ship Street, Oxford, England, OX1 3DA

What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 1 min walk
  • New Theatre Oxford - 3 min walk
  • Christ Church College - 5 min walk
  • Bodleian Library - 5 min walk
  • Oxford Castle - 10 min walk

Getting around

  • Oxford Station - 12 min walk
  • Oxford (OXF) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cosmo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wasabi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Itsu - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Tower House

Guest house near University of Oxford
Tower House provides mini golf and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Smoke-free property and a computer station

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Things to do

  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • Mini golf

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Tower House Inn Oxford
Tower House Oxford
Tower House Hotel Oxford
Tower House Inn Oxford
Tower House Oxford
Inn The Tower House Oxford
Oxford The Tower House Inn
The Tower House Oxford
Tower House
Inn The Tower House
Tower House Inn
The Tower House
Tower House Oxford
Tower House Guesthouse
Tower House Guesthouse Oxford

Frequently asked questions

Is Tower House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tower House?

As of 26 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tower House on 2 Jan 2025 start from AU$190.87, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Tower House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tower House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tower House located?

Located in Oxford City Centre, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of University of Oxford and Thames River. Jesus College and Exeter College are just steps away. Oxford Station is 12 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 438 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 438 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 438 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 438 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 438 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay, perfect location and lovely room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Teresa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Quennie Deanne, Barrhead

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely come back! Quaint little cosy hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a 1 night stop-over at Tower House. The hotel was cosy and comfortable, and the room had all the facilities we needed. It's right in the centre of Oxford so easy access to pretty much everything. The nearest car park is a short walk away. No breakfast on offer but there are plenty of cafes nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Luke

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Incredibly noisy and unpleasantly warm. Bathroom moldy (with no evidence of any working extraction). Nobody on site at any time of the day so gave the impression of being a dodgy Airbnb rather than a hotel - not what I thought I'd booked. A shame as the location and the building itself are both brilliant.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I was booked in for a two night stay. On arrival, I was not happy with the condition of the room. It appeared that there had been a leak on the floor above the room, with a damp area around the bed and wallpaper peeling from above the bed. There was unpleasant mould in the bathroom and a horrible damp smell. The check in staff assisted me to find an alternative room, which was an improvement, and I paid a supplement for this room. However, I was woken in the night by the blind falling off the wall. I couldn’t reattach the filthy blind. The room was tired and unclean, with dirty marks on the wall. There was no shower - only a bath with a Pyrex jug for washing. I checked out after only one night and have received no response from the hotel team to my requests for a refund for the second night. Yes, it’s cheap for Oxford, but it’s not worth the money saved. Avoid!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Joan

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Tower House is centrally located in the city and was easy to find. We arrived in the pouring rain and unfortunately had to wait until 3:00 pm to gain access to the building itself. We were hoping to drop off our bags and then go exploring before checking in. It made for a very wet experience!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vineeta

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect property - bang in the city centre and has wonderful access to all Oxford has to offer. Property is old and quriky so need to keep that in mind when you book. Especially if you are booking a shared bathroom, the shower is a bit old and rickety.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

LINDA

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Location is great but cleanliness needs to be improved.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Olga

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, ARBUCKLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am going to want to return to this fascinating 17th century lodging that allows one to rent a well-appointed room while sharing a toilet/shower with others. The experience here is a bit different...I never encountered a staff person at all but it didn't matter. Clear instructions were given what to do, and I more than had all I needed. I personally really liked my room. What I found to be charming and historic might worry others. The floor angles a bit. Some places on the walls are fragile to the point that they are ready to crack open, like weakening plaster. I was very careful not to bump anything...but this is an old dwelling and it felt like a privilege to be able to stay in a place like this! This is just to warn that this is not a modern, renovated structure; it shows its age in places. The room had a nice television, with an actual closet and good hangers. A surprisingly generous array of treats, glasses, water, tea etc were provided on a little tray. The bed was extremely comfortable with nice towels and good pillows. I was really favorably impressed and certainly enjoyed my stay; I wish I knew more about the history of the building. Some of my neighbors were a bit noisy with loud talking and late night use of the bathing facility (pipes and pumps) but it is what it is. More often than not it felt like I was the only one there. This is just down the street from a church housing the oldest stained glass windows in Oxford, so it's hard to ask for better location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This old building shows its medieval age clearly, but the room (we had The Foundry on the first floor) has been updated beautifully. Huge hand hewn beams still adorn the ceiling, but the room itself is spacious, the bathroom is very nice, and we had a very comfortable home for three nights. Perfect neighborhood, right near The Broad, but far enough to avoid the crowds. Also right near the Covered Market. What more do you want? We will definitely rebook next time we're in Oxford.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

N. Frances

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location with a relaxed feel
The Tower House is an historic building located at the heart of Oxford. It's central location offers a plethora of dining options in easy walking distance and many areas of exploration.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This Hotel is not what it looks like on the pictures. The bed is fairly comfortable. The room itself wasn’t as clean as I would expect it. The room we stayed in got its own bathroom but the bath has no shower appliance . Overall it was not worth the money at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Maxime

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in is at 3pm, so if you arrive in Oxford before that time, you're stuck with your luggage, they won't even take it. This is very inconvenient, especially given that it's so easy to fix (but they won't).
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a quirky hotel chosen for its perfect location. It is in parts of a 17th Century building, so corridors are narrow and somewhat maze-like. Reception is only open during certain afternoon hours, so we had to call a number to get someone to come check us in. They were not far away, though. The room was good-sized and comfortable. No food on the premises, so you have to walk up the street to a cafe to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kerri, Bletchingley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

carol

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was clean room. It was difficult to get into apt as no one was on premises but a phone number was left to call. Good thing it was daylight when we arrived as got help from passerbys how to make call. Although pleasant and nice was Hard to understand tel. Instructions due to language differences to get in. Please send instructions at time of reserving ...in writing .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really central. Great choice if you’re happy to have a small but decently set up room in the centre of Oxford. Bed was comfortable and the place was clean and well kept especially considering what an old building it is.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service
Great location, not great quality
I never met the person working there. I got my keys from the cleaning lady and no information whatsoever. I had to look for the shared bathroom myself and find out how the locks worked. There was mold in the shower. However, the room was a good size and the location was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historic stay in Oxford
Excellent location in the heart of Oxford with friendly and accommodating reception staff. The historic building was really cool and I slept well in the comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Layne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A very old house, lot of nooks and crannies Great location for being out and about. You have to call the property manager,to get the lock box code and the find your room number,and key.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024