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Head of the River


Amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • Restaurant

  • Non-Smoking Rooms

  • Family Room

  • Garden

  • Express Check-In/Check-Out

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What guests think

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Reviews of Head of the River describe a charming riverside inn with a central, walkable location, very friendly staff, comfortable characterful rooms, and an on-site pub and terrace that many guests enjoy for food, drinks, and atmosphere.

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Facilities

Good

Cleanliness

Inconsistent

Service

Friendly

Location

Central

Dining

Tasty

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8

Steve

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last week

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Stayed 1 night

All good
All good

10

Arthur

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3 weeks ago

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Stayed 1 night

This is a wonderful, quaint, little hotel. The hallways and stair cases are tiny, but the rooms are plenty spacious. I don't think there's a lift so be mindful if you have large luggage. The food in the restaurant for breakfast and dinner was amazing. I would definitely stay again.
This is a wonderful, quaint, little hotel. The hallways and stair cases are tiny, but the rooms are plenty spacious. I don't think there's a lift so be mindful if you have large luggage. The food in the restaurant for breakfast and dinner was amazing. I would definitely stay again.

10

Susanne

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Apr 17, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

absolutely gorgeous hotel, the room was clean and well presented with a full coffee machine and kettle, the staff were lovely and welcoming and breakfast was really nice the location is beautiful too right on the river will definitely stay again
absolutely gorgeous hotel, the room was clean and well presented with a full coffee machine and kettle, the staff were lovely and welcoming and breakfast was really nice the location is beautiful too right on the river will definitely stay again

10

Leon

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Mar 12, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel. Lovely room and decor and covered all the small things. Friendly staff. Amazing breakfast.
Great hotel. Lovely room and decor and covered all the small things. Friendly staff. Amazing breakfast.

10

Philippa

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Mar 8, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Gorgeous hotel , perfect location . Great breakfast and staff
Gorgeous hotel , perfect location . Great breakfast and staff

Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford, England, United Kingdom

Location

Located in Oxford City Centre, a neighborhood in Oxford, The Head of the River is near a train station and on the waterfront. Thames River and Wittenham Clumps reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Oxford Ice Rink and Waterperry Gardens. Millets Farm Centre and Millets Falconry Centre are also worth visiting.

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Check-in instructions

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Check-in

Check-out

From 15:00 to 22:00

Before 11:00


FAQs

An English breakfast is available for approximately GBP 11.5 per person. Specific serving hours are not mentioned.


Check-in is from 15:00 to 22:00, and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out options are not detailed.

The property is located in Oxford City Centre, near a train station and on the waterfront, with attractions like the Thames River and Waterperry Gardens nearby.


Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.


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