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Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford, United Kingdom
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Located a mere 8 minutes' stroll from Bate Collection of Musical Instruments Museum, the 4-star smoke-free Head Of The River Oxford hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and parking. There is a train station near the traditional hotel, and guests can easily reach The Covered Market Oxford which is only 0.7 km away.

Location

The centre of Oxford is a 10 minutes' walk of the hotel. The Head Oxford is a few moments from Campion Hall and 75 km from Gloucestershire airport.

The accommodation is also approximately 20 minutes on foot from the Pitt Rivers Museum and St Giles bus station is approximately a 10-minute stroll away.

Rooms

This Oxford hotel features 19 rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as coffee/tea making machines. An ironing set and an air conditioner are featured for guests' comfort. The modern bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower, along with hairdryers and toiletries. Enjoy views of the river, while staying at the Head.

Eat & Drink

Also, the property features a garden bar. You may walk 5 minutes to Paul or eat by Pizza Pilgrims, located just 600 metres away.

Leisure & Business

With an ice rink, guests can stay fit at this hotel.

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The hotel provides many room choices—family rooms, doubles, and pet-friendly suites—with breakfast, free cancellation, and special offers
Superior Double Room
2 persons
16 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Family Room
2 persons
16 m² 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Small Double Room
2 persons
12 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Double Room
2 persons
14 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Local transport and travel tips

Overview of transport options available

City Centre
Oxford600 m
Airports
Gloucestershire (GLO) 73.5 km
London Heathrow (LHR) 78.2 km
Bus
Bus stop200 m

Facilities

Hotels feature amenities designed to keep both you and your pet comfortable

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Hotel location

Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford, United Kingdom
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Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford, United Kingdom
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550 m
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600 m
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