What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 until 23:30, and check-out is by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

What is the location of the hotel in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in Oxford City Centre, just steps from the University of Oxford and a 12-minute walk from the Thames River. It is 8.6 miles from Blenheim Palace and 12.9 miles from Bicester Village.

What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, but specific policies regarding age and free stays are not specified.

The Buttery - Guest House in Oxford

Average nightly price at The Buttery by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$121
February	US$127
March	US$145
April	US$149
May	US$162
June	US$195
July	US$197
August	US$175
September	US$197
October	US$152
November	US$142
December	US$132

What guests think

The Buttery sits in the heart of Oxford, with most colleges, sights, restaurants and transport links an easy walk away, making it a convenient base for short stays for travellers who prioritize location over extensive hotel facilities.

Rooms range from small to spacious, generally comfortable with modern bathrooms, tea and coffee, and effective air conditioning, though some face street noise and show older-building quirks like uneven floors or creaks. Staff are widely praised as friendly and helpful, assisting with luggage and offering bag storage. Facilities are limited: there is no lift and many steep stairs, no on-site breakfast or parking, and the entrance can be tucked between shops. Expect a clean, central, no-frills stay.

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Facilities

Historic building with no lift and many steep, narrow stairs; entrance is between shops. No on-site restaurant or breakfast and no on-site parking, but luggage storage is offered and some guests get a discount at the cafe next door.

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JONATHAN

12 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Just be aware of what this is - it is a "guesthouse" - so DON'T expect it to be a 4-star hotel on a great deal. The room was nice, but they seem to have engaged in a box-checking exercise to achieve 4 stars for the room (like having portable air-conditioners going out of the windows) without the feeling of a 4-star hotel There are no public spaces whatsover. The location is very central, but unfortunately this means that it looks right over the wooden benches on Broad street, where you will likely have teenagers hanging out and making lots of noise until well past midnight. Parking is also on your own, which will be super expensive.

10

Trudi

11 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely welcome and small but lovely room. They were happy to atore my bag before and after check-in. Really helpful and friendly staff. Very central. It is up a lot of stairs so not suitable if you have mobility issues.

8

Jeremy

2 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very central, perfectly acceptable accommodation for Oxford. Access up multiple steep stairs, pleasant staff.

8

Paula

13 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I stayed at The Buttery Hotel for one night. I had requested a street facing room but in retrospect, a non -street facing room might have been quieter as there was noise from people in the street well after midnight. It was a very comfortable room, bed, bathroom. Check-in was easy once I found the hotel and person who checked me in was very and offered to carry my bag up to my room which was about 32 steps upstairs. I was also able to leave my bag at the hotel the next day so that it could be securely stored while I was out and about in Oxford before leaving by train late that day. I think it is a great option for 1 - 3 nights, not a luxury hotel but far more affordable. Just be prepared for many narrow steps.

8

Diane

20 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A unique property, with old-world charm. Very walkable, with an excellent cafe next door with a discount for Buttery guests.

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Jeffrey

12 May 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

The best part of staying at the Buttery is its central location in the very heart of Oxford and proximity to public transportation. The property is aging, and you have to negotiate narrow staircases with luggage. It's really not a hotel experience but a private room.

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kay

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very central to collages, dinning etc. Nice size room with window air con. Coffee/ tea and comp cookies. Nice large bathroom however no where to place toilet bag, clothes ,no stand or table, but plenty of space for that. No where to park close by or drop off.. Had large suitcase and had to drag it up 4 flights of steps. Car park was quit a walk away with cases and the price to park was extausanate..

10

Alexander

24 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This property is in an excellent location. However, it is an older building and does not have an elevator.

8

Richard

22 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The location of this hotel in the heart of Oxford is why I picked this hotel. Overall, a nice and comfortable stay in a pleasant and clean room. It's a small hotel on one of Oxford's main streets next to some of the prominent universities and sights to visit. No restaurant, but a discount offered in a cafe next to the property.

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Dan

24 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

This is a wonderful cozy spot near everything in the center. And for my tastes, so close to Waterstones Books. The only reason I did not give it 5 stars is the lack of elevator. The narrow steep winding stairs are a bit precarious. However, the staff was proactively helpful and they carried my luggage up to the room and back. So … no real problem.

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently describe rooms and bathrooms as clean or spotless. A few note lapses or minor maintenance issues (e.g., a not properly cleaned toilet or loose bathroom fittings).

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Cynthia

13 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

I loved staying at the Buttery! The location was perfectly centralized and you could walk to everything. The room was clean, cool, and I appreciated the daily tea and water that was replenished in the room. It was also very quiet, despite being so centralized. And reasonable!!! I highly recommend the Buttery.

10

Trisha

11 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

This is a very old hotel that is clean, pleasant and close to everything in Oxford proper. We were very happy with the accommodation.

10

Robert

6 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We liked: Old fashioned property with local charm. Walkable to everything that Oxford has to offer, the university, shopping, culture, pubs. Short walk also to bus depot and train station. The room was spotless. The bathroom modern and well appointed. The staff was friendly and helped with our luggage. If you are in need of ambulatory assistance or not in good physical condition, you should request a room on the first floor. We are in our 70s. The stairway to our 3rd floor room was narrow and somewhat trying. When you check in request a top sheet for the bed. The quilt was way too thick and hot.

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Martyn

26 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location very easy to walk about Oxford centre. Had a 'Superior Front Facing Double Ensuite' for two nights, large and clean, but let down by a number of faults in the bathroom (loose towel rails, loose sink tap, leaking toilet cistern and poorly sealed shower screen). Decor also not giving a 'premium' feel. However bed comfortable and room quiet, so good nights rest! Staff friendly and welcoming. Have stayed here before but not in a 'superior' room, cannot beat the location!

8

Rachael

5 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was clean and well laid out. The bathroom was a good size, good powerful shower. The bed was comfortable, bedding was good. Nice towels and toiletries provided. Staff were friendly and helpful. Location is excellent. Would stay again.

6

Glenn

30 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Toilet was not properly cleaned on arrival and we had 1 towel to share amongst 2 people

10

Peter

13 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent facilities. Nice clean room.

10

Danielle

9 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I really liked this place. The location was AMAZING! Easy to find. The staff was extremely friendly. The room we had was very clean and spacious. The shower had great water pressure and got hot. Only complaint was the bed (didn’t have much support).

10

Jessica

11 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is clean and conveniently located. We stayed in a front-facing room which was spacious and had views of a beautiful building across the way. We were able to store our luggage for a few hours and explore Oxford more freely on our last day. Would stay there again.

10

Katja

12 Nov 2024

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A lovely hotel—fair price for the area, a superb location within walking distance to basically everything downtown, a clean room with a comfortable bed, newly renovated bathroom with excellent water pressure in the shower, and coffee, tea, water and cookies available daily in the room. I would’ve liked a small fridge to store perishable snacks in but that’s not a deal-breaker and I’m sure it would get expensive with the electricity. 10/10 would recommend, I’ll definitely stay here again for my next trip!

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Rooms

Rooms vary from small to spacious and are generally comfortable, with modern bathrooms, tea/coffee, and effective air conditioning in many. Street-facing rooms can be noisy, and some have quirks like uneven floors or creaks.

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NANCY

8 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

3rd floor, no lift, makes an older woman out of breath. However, it was expected, and the view was very nice. Hot shower with plenty of pressure and a comfortable bed; everything I needed.

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Peter

21 Apr 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The stairs were quite steep for a 52 step climb to our room. Room was small but clean, qiet and comfortable.

8

Adam

28 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a charming boutique hotel right on a pedestrian street that has food vendors, kiosks selling souvenirs and trinkets, live music, and a carousel. Very well situated! My only complaint is that the floor was very creaky, meaning that I could hear other patrons getting up in the night.

10

Mercè

5 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is very well located, next to all the attractions. The room was nice and clean, very comfortable bed. I highly recommend it, you can reach both the colleagues and also pubs, restaurants and shopping area by walk.

10

Carlay

20 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had an excellent stay at the buttery. It was a very convenient location and the room was very suitable. There was plenty of storage, places to sit, and it was easy to access outlets for charging our devices. The showers and bathroom were nice and the air conditioning was very effective. During the day, there was some noise from the street but at night it had become completely quiet.

10

Jo

22 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, comfy big bed

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Eric

31 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was large and the location excellent. But - the bed sagged, the windows were ill fitted so a lot of noise from the street, and the curtains were short so a lot of street light. All made for poor sleep.

10

Anthony

13 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Room was pretty big! Loved the cozy vibe. Lots going on around the hotel so my day time nap wasn’t ideal but that’s not the hotel’s fault. Worth noting it’s a lively area though. Staff was super helpful.

10

Katja

12 Nov 2024

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A lovely hotel—fair price for the area, a superb location within walking distance to basically everything downtown, a clean room with a comfortable bed, newly renovated bathroom with excellent water pressure in the shower, and coffee, tea, water and cookies available daily in the room. I would’ve liked a small fridge to store perishable snacks in but that’s not a deal-breaker and I’m sure it would get expensive with the electricity. 10/10 would recommend, I’ll definitely stay here again for my next trip!

10

Ann

2 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was my fifth stay at the Buttery. Its location is superb. I always prefer a room at the back, as Broad Street during term time can be a bit noisy at night, but this time my room was blissfully quiet even though there was a Christmas Fair going on outside in the front. The room/bed/bathroom were all wonderful and well equipped as usual. Staff are fabulous -- extremely helpful and kind. The stairs can be a challenge (no elevator) but I was able to get help with my suitcase. Charming view from the window of medieval colleges and other buildings. I just love staying at the Buttery.

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, professional and helpful, often carrying luggage up the stairs and storing bags before or after check-out. Check-in is straightforward.

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Lindsey

12 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was nice and quiet, clean and tidy. It was great to be able to leave my bag at the hotel after check out and collect it later that day.

10

Li

13 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good location, center of the city, close to New College, I was able to check in early when room was ready. Staff is friendly.

10

Erin

4 Apr 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Friendly staff in the building and shop neighbors helped us find the entrance which is a little tucked away. The steps are fairly steep and winding but hand rails are well kept. Rooms are spacious and kept clean and the staff is attentive to the room each night. Very conveniently located to many Oxford destinations and easy to find a meal nearby.

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Trudi

11 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely welcome and small but lovely room. They were happy to atore my bag before and after check-in. Really helpful and friendly staff. Very central. It is up a lot of stairs so not suitable if you have mobility issues.

10

David

24 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location.. Could not be more conveniently situated. All fine and receptionist very helpful in assisting us with a communication problem further on on our trip.

10

Murray-John

25 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing hotel! Staff were very happy, professional and friendly. The room was great and comfortable. Next time in Oxford, will be staying here again!

10

Anders

5 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Charming central hotel in Oxford. Within walking distance from Oxford station and situated close to the University of Oxford. Very friendly service, helpful personal and charming rooms.

8

Paula

13 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I stayed at The Buttery Hotel for one night. I had requested a street facing room but in retrospect, a non -street facing room might have been quieter as there was noise from people in the street well after midnight. It was a very comfortable room, bed, bathroom. Check-in was easy once I found the hotel and person who checked me in was very and offered to carry my bag up to my room which was about 32 steps upstairs. I was also able to leave my bag at the hotel the next day so that it could be securely stored while I was out and about in Oxford before leaving by train late that day. I think it is a great option for 1 - 3 nights, not a luxury hotel but far more affordable. Just be prepared for many narrow steps.

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Greg

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff was very kind and accommodating. The location was amazing. The property was clean. It’s an older building with some quirks: the floor isn’t level and the stairs are quite steep. Otherwise I loved it!

10

Ann

2 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was my fifth stay at the Buttery. Its location is superb. I always prefer a room at the back, as Broad Street during term time can be a bit noisy at night, but this time my room was blissfully quiet even though there was a Christmas Fair going on outside in the front. The room/bed/bathroom were all wonderful and well equipped as usual. Staff are fabulous -- extremely helpful and kind. The stairs can be a challenge (no elevator) but I was able to get help with my suitcase. Charming view from the window of medieval colleges and other buildings. I just love staying at the Buttery.

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Location

Exceptionally central on Broad Street, walkable to colleges, sights, restaurants, and bus/rail links. Some nights bring street noise to front rooms.

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karen

9 Aug 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent location, very central, across from Trinity College. Public square outdoors proved very noisy one night after midnight, but otherwise a lovely stay.

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Joseph

13 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and great rate. Easily walkable to many restaurants.

10

Cierra

16 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I loved how close it was to everything in Oxford at a reasonable price.

10

Ko-En

26 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Simple but completely adequate accommodation in the most central location in Oxford.

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Anders

5 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Charming central hotel in Oxford. Within walking distance from Oxford station and situated close to the University of Oxford. Very friendly service, helpful personal and charming rooms.

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Fiona

28 Nov 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect spot to explore Oxford

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R-J

2 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Perfectly situated in central Oxford

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Audrey

12 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A jewel right in the middle of Oxford City, accessible to all tourists sights and resturants. Only downfall was the stairs not suitable if you have mobility problems

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William

23 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Central Oxford location within walking distance of rail, bus, tourist sights and dining options

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James

15 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean, friendly, and a fantastic location across from Balliol College. That said, our room faced Broad Street which can be a little noisy at night. Also, the rooms are located above the shops and require navigating somewhat narrow and steep staircases.

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Dining

No on-site dining or breakfast, though several guests mention a discount at the cafe next door and many nearby eateries. Food experiences rely on surrounding cafes and restaurants.

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Tatsunori

5 Jul 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

This hotel is at the center of Oxford city. Easy to visit anywhere.

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Joseph

13 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and great rate. Easily walkable to many restaurants.

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Linda

12 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was close to our destination, plenty of restaurants and shopping close by.

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JONATHAN

17 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very convenient city centre hotel. Clean and tidy throughout. A good sized room for the price and location. Plenty of nearby cafes for breakfast

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Marie

31 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Enjoyed a lovely stay in Oxford for my daughters graduation. The Buttery was perfectly located, the staff very friendly and helpful. The room was a decent size, although a bit dated. Tea and coffee tray provided, no breakfast option, plenty of restaurants/cafes nearby.

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Diane

20 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A unique property, with old-world charm. Very walkable, with an excellent cafe next door with a discount for Buttery guests.

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kay

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very central to collages, dinning etc. Nice size room with window air con. Coffee/ tea and comp cookies. Nice large bathroom however no where to place toilet bag, clothes ,no stand or table, but plenty of space for that. No where to park close by or drop off.. Had large suitcase and had to drag it up 4 flights of steps. Car park was quit a walk away with cases and the price to park was extausanate..

10

Audrey

12 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A jewel right in the middle of Oxford City, accessible to all tourists sights and resturants. Only downfall was the stairs not suitable if you have mobility problems

8

Richard

22 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The location of this hotel in the heart of Oxford is why I picked this hotel. Overall, a nice and comfortable stay in a pleasant and clean room. It's a small hotel on one of Oxford's main streets next to some of the prominent universities and sights to visit. No restaurant, but a discount offered in a cafe next to the property.

10

William

23 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Central Oxford location within walking distance of rail, bus, tourist sights and dining options

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The Buttery

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Small)

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite (Small)

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