Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Fantastic customer service
Great location
Beautiful rooms
High-quality food
Cons:
Noisy cleaners in the morning
Some restaurant staff strictness
Breakfast quality inconsistency

Categories

Cleanliness
8.44
Immaculate and stylish rooms mentioned positively, but some disruption from cleaners noted.
Service
9.91
Fantastic customer service with friendly and helpful staff highlighted in multiple reviews.
Location
9.95
Great location mentioned consistently across reviews, especially for easy access to the city center.
Room Quality
9.4
Rooms are lovely and have attention to detail, as stated in several reviews.
Amenities
9.43
Excellent amenities mentioned, including great parking and stylish decorations for the holidays.
Value for Money
8.39
Some reviews mentioned the hotel being expensive, affecting perceived value.
Food and Beverage
8.94
Food quality praised in many reviews, but a few comments about breakfast being terrible.
Overall Experience
9.91
General sentiment of a delightful and high-quality stay experienced by most guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 13:50

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in marble bathrooms and modern art in the heart of historical Oxford at Old Bank Hotel. Air-conditioned rooms with original period features offer stunning city views and ample work space.

Exquisite Dining Experience
Savor breakfast, lunch, or dinner at Quod restaurant, known for its terrace and bar. Traditional roast dinners are a must-try. Private dining rooms and room service are available for a personalized experience.

Prime Location
Explore Oxford's iconic colleges and attractions just steps away from the hotel. With the Botanic Garden, River Cherwell, and the train station within a short walk, Old Bank Hotel offers convenience and luxury at your fingertips.

Book now to experience the charm and elegance of Old Bank Hotel in Oxford.

Important information:

Please note that 5 or more rooms booked by one person are considered to be a group booking. Group bookings are subject to a different cancellation policy which must be agreed with the hotel directly.

Please be aware of traffic restrictions on the High Street between 7:30 and 6:30 pm, close to the front of the hotel. Please access the hotel parking lot via Merton Street and Magpie Lane and beware of driving on the High Street between these times. The hotel can be contacted for driving directions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LHR

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children from 4 years old to 13 years old stay for £65 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 1334 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.44
Service: 9.91
Location: 9.95
Room Quality: 9.4
Amenities: 9.43
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 8.94
Overall Experience: 9.91
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Cel • couple • fr
10
Pros:

La situation géographique au milieu de tous les endroits à visiter
La magnifique chambre avec bow window

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Yvonne • extended_group • sg
10
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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jackiewI4715DW • Family
10
Great Stay at the Old Bank Hotel Oxford
Pros:

A lovely hotel with very attentive staff. We would definitely stay there again. The car park is a real asset in the middle of Oxford. If you go there make sure you get clear car park directions from the staff - Oxford is now a driver's nightmare.

2026-02-11 • via Tripadvisor
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Christine • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Loved the feeling of being personally looked after. Loved the location. Loved the comfort of the room.

Cons:

The weather!

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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isabella • couple • it
10
Pros:

Posizione perfetta per visitare il centro e disponibilità di parcheggio in loco ottima!

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Cy • couple • gb
10
Amazing stay overall, with the staff making the stay a memorable one.
Pros:

The staff were amazing at The Old Bank Hotel. Made us feel very welcome from setting a sign to reserve a parking space to the personal touches throughout our stay. This includes writing a personal note congratulating us on our 20th wedding anniversary.
The room was spotless and the attention to detail was amazing.
The view to the University Church of St Mary's to the front was stunning.

Cons:

Being central location, and an old building (which I assume is listed), it is busy on the main street to the front of the hotel. Vehicle noise (buses, taxi's etc.) and pedestrians returning passing by in the early hours after a good night were heard. I have to emphasis this is not the hotels fault but if you wish for a quite evening then ask for a room not overlooking the main road to the front of the hotel.

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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juliewR8035PN • Couples
10
A wonderful weekend
Pros:

I have just returned from a wonderful weekend at the Old Bank Hotel. I couldn't fault our stay at all. The staff are all extremely friendly and welcoming. The rooms are very well equipped , extremely clean and with beautiful views of St Mary's , the Rad Cam and All souls college. We had dinner one night at Quod and breakfast both mornings there. The food was delicious and I especially enjoyed the Cornish crab for breakfast. We will definitely be returning.

2026-02-04 • via Tripadvisor
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Erin • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Great design and location

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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jan • couple • nl
5
Pros:

location

Cons:

450 pounds per nigjt for a small mediocre room in a old hotel.

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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smith212016 • Couples • Bristol, England
10
A wonderful hotel I would highly recommend
Pros:

Wonderful customer service from start to finish. The room was well appointed, spotlessly clean and comfortable. Particularly liked the art work throughout the hotel. The lounge/library also a welcoming space. We had a delicious breakfast in Quod and the Cornish crab,avocado ,poached egg cooked breakfast was memorable.
Would definitely recommend this hotel. Its location is brilliant too.

2026-01-29 • via Tripadvisor
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X1093BWmarkl • Couples • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England
10
Can I give them a six?
Pros:

Our first visit but not our last. I rarely give a perfect 5 but I really can't find any faults with the building or the staff. It all looked effortless - a sure sign of good planning.

Advice for future guests - take a small car. the entrance to the car park is interesting.

2026-01-28 • via Tripadvisor
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geemac2017 • Couples • Toronto, Ontario
10
Wonderful gem of a hotel perfect for touring around Oxford colleges
Pros:

Wonderful hotel, perfectly situated in the heart of old Oxford. This hotel is beautifully renovated while keeping touches to its history, with luxurious appointments in the rooms and excellent service throughout. The rooms are extremely quiet. The associated restaurant, Quod, has excellent food and is extremely busy and vibrant during the evening sitting.

2026-01-28 • via Tripadvisor
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Naomi • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

Location was excellent. Views were beautiful over the rooftops of Oxford. Bed was extremely confortable with lovely sheets and great smellies. Free parking was a bonus!

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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K8189VDannh • Solo travel
10
A fab place to stay for any occasion
Pros:

Perfect location
Incredibly friendly and helpful staff
Immaculately clean and stylish hotel and restaurant.
The food had a good selection with wonderful relevant specials and service was excellent

2026-01-25 • via Tripadvisor
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Heather • extended_group • gb
10
Great location, fabulous service
Pros:

Location really central. Staff really friendly and helpful. Phoned a week before to see if we needed parking and reserved it for us.

Cons:

No complaints- would stay again and recommend.

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Antonia • couple • gb
10
Excellent hotel
Pros:

Staff excellent. Location was central and easy to walk to everything

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Yvonne • extended_group • sg
10
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Yvonne • extended_group • sg
10
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Julia • couple • fr
9
Best staff at the hotel
2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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suzanne • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Beautifull hotel in the center of Oxford with parking ( make sure you book it )

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee