Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel

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Mercure
8.5 (3240 reviews)
Church Way, Iffley Village , Oxford , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Food service inconsistencies

Categories

Cleanliness
7.71
Some rooms reported cleanliness issues such as cup rings and food remnants.
Service
9.18
Staff were consistently described as friendly, kind, and attentive.
Location
9.22
Excellent location for visiting nearby attractions and riverside walks.
Room Quality
8.67
Comfortable rooms with good amenities, though some minor concerns raised.
Amenities
8.7
Good general amenities, but some liked more variation for breakfast.
Value for Money
8.16
While generally good, some food options did not meet expectations for the price paid.
Food and Beverage
7.71
Breakfast and dining experiences had mixed reviews, especially during busy times.
Overall Experience
8.68
Overall pleasant stay with recommendations for future visits.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 05:19

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation - Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel offers 77 elegantly designed bedrooms with rain showers, flat screen TVs, and complimentary bottled water. Upgrade to a Privilege room for added comforts like Nespresso coffee machines and plush bathrobes.

Culinary Delights - Indulge in a delightful dining experience at Frank's at Hawkwell House, serving delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. Enjoy al fresco dining on the terrace with garden views for a truly memorable meal.

Prime Location - Nestled in the quaint Iffley Village, just 2 miles from Oxford city center, our hotel provides easy access to popular attractions like Blenheim Palace and New Theatre Oxford. Explore the beauty of the countryside or tee off at the nearby Hinksey Heights Golf Club.

Experience luxury and convenience at Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel. Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

Only one child under 12 years old is allowed on a sofa bed, bunk bed or extra bed. One child under 12 years is charged GBP 20 per night when using existing beds. Any children over this age will require an additional room.

When booking 5 to 9 rooms, a 10% deposit is required at the time of booking. This payment is nonrefundable and nontransferable.

When booking 10 rooms or more, a 25% deposit is required at the time of booking. This payment is nonrefundable and nontransferable.

Bookings of 4 rooms or more are subject to a different cancellation timescale of 14 days prior to arrival.

Pets can be accommodated at the property for an additional fee of GBP 20 per dog per night.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: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LHR

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 3240 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.71
Service: 9.18
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 8.67
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.16
Food and Beverage: 7.71
Overall Experience: 8.68
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Asif • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • au
7
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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ELOY • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

El entorno y la edificación

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Laura • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Gabriela • extended_group • br
10
Breakfast lovers, this is your place
Pros:

The breakfast is amazing, the staff is very friendly, and the room is super comfy. We went to the city by bus and took a lovely 40-minute walk back along the canal—it was incredibly pleasant and peaceful. I highly recommend it!

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Dusan • couple • gb
9
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Ulrich • couple • de
7
Ruhige Lage in einem Vorort, sehr grün, Preis-Leistungsverhältnis nicht perfekt
Pros:

Die Lage ist sehr schön, im Süden von Oxford, in einer sehr ruhigen Gegend, ganz nahe an der Themse, man kann in 30 min zu Fuss zu den Bootshäusern kommen und der Weg dorthin ist sehr schön. Das Hotel hat einen netten Garten mit Eichhörnchen. Die meisten Gäste kommen mit dem Auto und es gibt Ladestationen für eAutos. Die Erreichbarkeit mit dem Bus ist aber auch nicht schlecht, man muss von Iffley Turn aus noch einige Minuten zu Fuss laufen. Mit Gepäck ist ein Taxi zu empfehlen. Die Zimmer sind über mehrere Häuser auf dem Gelände verstreut und im Haupthaus gibt es eine schöne Bar mit netten Ledersesseln.

Cons:

Das Personal war leider nicht so freundlich. Wir kamen zu früh und haben nach einem Early Checkin gefragt. Ich verstehe ja, wenn das nicht leicht ist, aber die Antwort hätte auch etwas netter ausfallen können als "Sie haben 15 Uhr gebucht und anders geht es nicht." Ähnliches dann in der Bar: lange kam keine Bedienung, man musste an der Rezeption nachfragen, bis jemand kam, und das an beiden Tagen, als wir dort waren. Das Frühstück war in Ordnung, auch wenn die Qualität (z.B. von Rührei und Schinken) nicht perfekt war. Unser Zimmer war leider etwas eng und im Parterre, also auch nicht optimal, mit Blick auf einen Hinterhof, der nicht wirklich aufgeräumt war. Sauberkeit und Betten waren gut. Insgesamt war das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis nicht so gut wie erwartet, für vier Sterne hätten wir als erfahrene Reisende mehr erwartet, unabhängig von der Zimmerkategorie.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • nz
9
Comfortable friendly hotel in a superb location
Pros:

Superb breakfast

Cons:

Restaurant opening hours

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Cindy • couple • gb
8
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Kathrin • family_with_children • de
10
Wunderbares Hotel, perfekt für die Erkundung von Oxford
Pros:

Ein wunderschönes Hotel mit englischen Flair. Originelle Zimmer, sehr freundliches Personal und sehr gutes Essen. Besonders das Frühstücksbufet hat uns gefallen udn die hezrliche Betreuung von Wendy.
Mit dem Bus kommt man sehr bequem in die Altstadt.
Wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder.

Cons:

Alles war sehr schön.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Carlos André G • couple • br
8
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • gb
9
Very pleasant and convenient but wouldn’t eat in restaurant agai.
Pros:

It was very convenient for our visit to Oxford. Staff were very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

We didn’t like the fact that dogs were allowed in the restaurant. There were three this morning at breakfast & one was even barking! People were stroking dogs and then going to the buffet for breakfast. Not very hygienic!!
If they had been guide/ assistant dogs this would have been fine.

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Steve • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Carolyn • couple • gb
10
I have stayed at Hawkwell House many times before and keep coming back.
Pros:

Room excellent value; breakfast great with friendly helpful staff; location excellent tranquil leafy spot ideal for exploring the lovely old village of Iffley and with good transport links to the city.

Cons:

I found one pillow a bit too low (Hubby kept waking me - saying that I was snoring) while two pillows made neck ache.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Antoinette • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Luke Arpino • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Sue • couple • gb
8
Perfect for a city stay while being outside centre
Pros:

Beautiful house in lovely garden. Easy access to bus for Oxford city centre

Cons:

Ni WiFi when we arrived but it did come back eventually

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
8
A comfortable night prior to medical treatment nearby
Pros:

Excellent service at reception

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • family_with_children • de
9
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee