Oxford House

Hotels
7.9 (933 reviews)
21 Oxford Street (near Greens Road) , Sydney , au

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Unfriendly staff
Noise issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.13
Cleaning staff reportedly overlooked tasks, leading to dissatisfaction.
Service
7.6
Staff was unfriendly at times, particularly during check-in.
Location
8.64
Great location with accessibility to various attractions.
Room Quality
7.89
Rooms comfortable but issues with noise and amenities reported.
Amenities
7.62
Basic amenities provided; some complaints about housekeeping availability.
Value for Money
8.08
Reasonable pricing for the level of comfort offered.
Food and Beverage
8.13
Positive remarks about the nearby café and overall food environment.
Overall Experience
8.1
Mixed feelings, some positive aspects overshadowed by service issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 06:57

Property Description

Central Location in Vibrant Paddington
Oxford House in Paddington is a hub for city exploration, with Taylor Square just 400 meters away and an array of dining and entertainment options at your doorstep.

Convenient Access to Key Landmarks
Situated near UNSW Art & Design, Victoria Barracks, and St Vincent's Hospital, the hotel offers easy access to Allianz Stadium, Sydney Cricket Ground, and iconic Sydney landmarks within a short walk or drive.

Relaxing Stay with Essential Amenities
Unwind in rooms featuring private bathrooms with showers, and take a refreshing dip in the on-site swimming pool.

Book your stay at Oxford House now for a memorable and convenient experience in the heart of Sydney!

Important information:

You must show a valid credit card upon check in. This credit card must be in the same name as the guest's name on the booking confirmation. If you are unable to provide this card please contact the property in advance using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that a 1% surcharge applies for payments with American Express and Diners Club credit card.

Please note that this property has a strict 'No Party Policy'. Failure to comply with property policies may result in the eviction of guests and the loss of any deposits or payments made.

Please note that this hotel has a 'No Smoking Policy'.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs AUD 50 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 933 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.13
Service: 7.6
Location: 8.64
Room Quality: 7.89
Amenities: 7.62
Value for Money: 8.08
Food and Beverage: 8.13
Overall Experience: 8.1
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miriuma couple au
10
Pros:

Location, easy check in, the restaurant had great food

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
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Mirella couple au
8
2026-03-14 via Nuitee
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Sacha couple au
10
2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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Claire couple au
7
Location is worth it.
Pros:

The location was perfect for a stroll around and then a game at the SCG.

The bar area was lovely.

Cons:

The rooms are tiny and smelt a little musty and sweaty (may have had something to do with Mardi Gras the weekend before)

The reception staff were disinterested, told us nothing about the hotel, how to get to our room etc.

For $350/night I expected more.

2026-03-10 via Nuitee
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Jacqui couple au
9
2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Nathan couple au
10
2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Dyana couple au
6
2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Stella extended_group au
10
It was amazing, no complaints
Pros:

The room was BEAUTIFUL - so clean and very nice looking. The pool bar was excellent, and the staff were all very friendly and kind! The room service was absolutely delicious as well !!

Cons:

We weren’t a massive fan of the limited menu at busby’s, but not really an issue as there are plenty of other restaurants in Sydney.

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Martin couple au
10
2026-03-08 via Nuitee
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Odette solo_traveller au
9
Pros:

on arrival in my room was a hand written greeting and a bottle of wine to make my special occasion stay memorable

2026-03-08 via Nuitee
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Cris extended_group au
8
Pros:

It’s in a good location near to all that Paddington has to offer. Facilities are modern and very clean.

Cons:

Being on Oxford St it can get a bit noisy at times. The rooms are small, especially the bathrooms.

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Fleur couple au
8
Beautiful property, excellent location and comfy beds.
Pros:

Beautifully designed and thought out, excellent location

Cons:

Only downfall was you could hear other guests doors slamming at all hours of the night. Also the tiny tea cups are too small, some bigger mugs for a cup of tea would have been great. I did ask reception but all they could offer was a paper cup, which I happily took!

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Xander couple au
10
2026-03-06 via Nuitee
V
Vicky couple au
8
Pros:

24 hour Reception. Close to SCG.

Cons:

A little noisy.

2026-03-06 via Nuitee
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Erin solo_traveller au
10
2026-03-05 via Nuitee
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Bridie solo_traveller gb
4
Great location, terrible value for money
Pros:

The hotel is in a great, central location and I was surprised by the lack of noise considering.

Cons:

While the lift was working when I stayed, I was not informed there were five or six steps from the elevator to my floor. I have a neck injury and was left to lift my suitcase down those stairs at checkout. While the reception is 24 hours, I struggled to find anyone to help me as the desk was often unattended. As others have mentioned, the hotel is very rundown for somewhere so new. The curtain rod in my room was broken, the bathroom fan sounded like a jet engine and when I checked in I was really unimpressed by the cleanliness of the room. The bathroom is laughably tiny, with no storage space. The shower has only a rainfall head, and despite best efforts I could not stop the bathroom and bedroom space becoming flooded every time I used the shower. There are certainly much better value hotels in the area and I won't be rebooking again.

2026-03-05 via Nuitee
T
Torres couple au
9
2026-03-05 via Nuitee
M
Millie couple au
8
2026-03-04 via Nuitee
J
jennie couple au
10
Would stay again
Pros:

Great location
Modern clean rooms
Lovely shower

Cons:

Very pricey
Tiny room

2026-03-04 via Nuitee
C
Christine extended_group au
8
2026-03-03 via Nuitee