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About this property
This elegant boutique hotel is situated in the heart of Oxford, surrounded by the historic college buildings. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. Oxford Rail Station is a 7-minute walk from the building. Dating back to the 18th century, Vanbrugh House Hotel offers 22 individually designed rooms with their own unique character and charm. Features include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries. Delicious Oxfordshire continental breakfasts are served daily. Oxford has a wide range of shops and restaurants to go to on Vanbrugh House’s doorstep. Reading is 27 miles away, and London’s city centre can be reached in an hour and a half by car.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Francis
Ireland
“Location excellent, Breakfast very good. Bed very comfortable. Appreciated the bottled water supplied” - Richard
Ireland
“Late booking - good price with no late bank holiday price hike . Middle of Oxford - clean shower - double bed mattress firm if seen better days I suspect .” - Lorraine
United Kingdom
“Its a lovely historic building and its central location is fantastic off the main roads in a quiet quaint street but within a minute or two walk you’re in the throng of Oxford. Perfect.” - Philippa
United Kingdom
“All the staff were very friendly and the breakfast was very good. Also, the hotel is ideally located.” - Michele
Australia
“Beautiful room and bathroom, cool and quiet. Tasteful decoration and furniture.” - Marion
United Kingdom
“The location is great, it’s quiet, the view is lovely and the amenities are great and the bed was very comfortable.” - Jocelyn
Australia
“The picnic basket breakfast in our room was truly great! The location was excellent and the old world charm of this listed hotel was charming, as were the names given to the individual rooms.” - Karen
Australia
“The location was excellent, easy walking distances to the railway station, cafes, restaurants and tourist attractions. The continental breakfast was of a very good standard with fresh croissants etc., on a daily basis.” - William
France
“Quiet Cosy room Comfortable bed Well located in the centre of Oxford” - Judy
Australia
“How close it was to Oxford and the concierge and lovely man downstairs in the breakfast room.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.






The fine print
Please note that there is no parking available at the property.
Please note that reservations for 7 or more nights will be subject to different terms and conditions.