Ethos Hotel

Hotels
7.9 (1608 reviews)
59 Western Road , Oxford , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
7.29
There were complaints about cleanliness and maintenance, with mentions of damp smells and initial room conditions.
Service
8.76
Numerous reviews praised the friendly and helpful staff and exceptional customer service.
Location
8.8
The location received positive remarks for being convenient for exploring the area.
Room Quality
7.25
Mixed sentiments regarding room quality, particularly in relation to cleanliness and amenities.
Amenities
7.78
Some positive feedback on amenities; however, breakfast offerings and specific issues were noted.
Value for Money
7.74
Concerns about pricing related to the quality and amenities of the breakfast and room provided.
Food and Beverage
7.29
Reviewers expressed disappointment with the breakfast variety and overall quality.
Overall Experience
8.26
General enjoyment noted despite the issues, but overall complaints impacted the score.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 05:38

Property Description

Luxurious Suites with Modern Amenities

Experience the ultimate comfort in our Suites featuring super king-size beds, mini kitchens, and air-conditioning. Relax in the separate living space with sofabeds while enjoying free WiFi and large screen TVs.

Gastronomic Delights at Caffè Ethos

Indulge in a culinary journey at our fully licensed bar and restaurant. Enjoy daily breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner with complimentary snacks all day. Don't miss the complimentary bruschetta served every evening from 18:00 to 20:00.

Convenient Location and Extra Perks

Located in a quiet residential area within walking distance to the city centre, Ethos Hotel offers easy access to Oxford's attractions. Benefit from private parking (additional fee) and complimentary Cole & Lewis toiletries. Book now for a memorable stay at Ethos Hotel.

Important information:

Please note that parking spaces are limited and and must be reserved before arrival.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.
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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: LHR

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • 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 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 5 years old to 15 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    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.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 29 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 1608 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.29
Service: 8.76
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 7.25
Amenities: 7.78
Value for Money: 7.74
Food and Beverage: 7.29
Overall Experience: 8.26
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Lisa • couple • gb
8
Very comfy bed and bathroom shower great. Lovely staff willing to help and friendly.
2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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M. Angels • family_with_children • es
8
Acollidor i familiar
Pros:

La zona és molt tranquil·la, però s'hi arriba fàcilment i es prop del riu per a fer passejades. Els llits eren prou grans i còmodes, i l'esmorzar estava prou bé. Les persones amb qui vam tractar eren molt amables i tenien moltes ganes d'ajudar.

Cons:

L'habitació era un xic petita per quatre, potser.

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • family_with_children • gb
7
Pros:

Spacious apartment with good amenities in a quiet but central neighbourhood

Cons:

Shower water didn't stay hot.

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • be
7
Bon rapport qualité/prix pour une courte durée
Pros:

Localisation de l'hôtel près du centre

Cons:

Manque d'insonorisation de l'ensemble du bâtiment

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Sarai • family_with_children • es
7
Bien para el precio y cerca del centro. Personal de 10.
Pros:

La ubicación muy buena, en pocos minutos andando al centro. Barrio tranquilo y acogedor. El personal una maravilla, todas las mujeres que nos atendieron en la cafetería eran un encanto (gracias!). El desayuno delicioso y también la cena. Calidad precio acertado. Teníamos un apartamento de 2 habitaciones. Comedor y cocina amplio y correcto para 7 personas (4 adultos y 3 niños). Había un baño completo y un aseo con wc y pila. Perfecto para organizarnos tantas personas.

Cons:

El apartamento era amplio pero los dormitorios muy justos, aunque nos podíamos apañar. Éramos una familia de 3 y otra de 4. En la descripción de los dormitorios, ponía que uno de ellos tenía una cama doble extragrande (genial para la familia de 3) y el otro 2 camas dobles (perfecto para la de 4). Sin embargo, no fue así: la habitación con una sola cama era una cama doble muy justa (135 cm) por lo que dormimos muy incómodos (2 adultos y 1 niño). Por lo que la descripción de las camas de cada habitación no era real y eso no nos pareció bien. La limpieza era la justa. Había zonas que estaban un poco descuidadas.

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Lena • family_with_children • se
8
Pros:

Breakfast good for being in the UK. Good for vegetarians as you could order an avocado sandwich w poached egg wo extra cost.
Comfy beds. Excellent location, close to the river, just 10-15 min walk to Chist Church College.

Cons:

We had a room just above the kitchen and the smell was a bit disturbing.

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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P.M. • family_with_children • us
7
This apartment met our needs for our short 2 night stay, but somewhere else next time for us.
Pros:

easy check-in, ground floor room, comfy beds, lots of space

Cons:

2nd toilet never did work - it was clogged upon our arrival and took about an hour to trickle refill the tank after flushing to try and clear it; staff was slow to respond, but did attempt to fix it with unclogging chemicals. It still never worked and my impression was that the front desk girl didn't actually believe that there is a problem. The plumbing needs to be fixed in order for this toilet to work - it doesn't flush and it takes forever to fill the tank. The other toilet was fine.
The living room and kitchen area smelled musty and gross, and it turned out the carpet was soaking wet by the sofa. Might be the humidifier in the corner leaked or there is a leak in the floorboard allowing rain in or a plumbing issue.
The place was definitely clean, but it really could use some attention to making it not look so old and used. The caulking is cracked and discolored all over the bathrooms. The step in front of the shower is flimsy from age, has gaps in the edges, and takes on water no matter what you do with the under-sized shower curtain.
IMO, a little updating to this place and attention to repairs and preventing water damage from use would make it really awesome.
Parking for 29 pounds a night seems excessive to me, so I parked elsewhere and walked. There are hotels just down the main road with parking for 10 pounds a night.

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • family_with_children • es
10
Pros:

La amabilidad de las personas que lo gestionan y el desayuno

Cons:

Nada

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Colleen • family_with_children • us
10
2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Tirso • family_with_children • es
4
Pros:

La ubicación

Cons:

El apartamento era muy antiguo con paredes desconchadas, suelos levantados, muy oscuro , poco menaje y en general decepcionante

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Tim • extended_group • gb
7
Great staff fabulous location
Pros:

Great location and fabulous staff. Beds were comfy and for a short overnight stay it's ideal.

Cons:

Felt like the hotel was a bit tired or was still need a bit of renovation work.

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Carol • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Great location for court

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Simon • couple • gb
9
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Diana • family_with_children • gb
7
2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Raquel • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Undine • couple • de
8
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Alessandro • family_with_children • it
9
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Brian • family_with_children • us
10
Excellent Stay for Large Family Walking Distance from Oxford Center
Pros:

Ethos Hotel has just the right accommodations for a large-ish family of six. Their apartment was well equipped for us to eat in. It was clean and in a nice neighborhood a few minutes walk south of Christ Church College and Carfax Tower, so a convenient place from which to start exploring Oxford. The staff was very friendly and helpful!

Cons:

Nothing whatsoever

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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bennett-o'malley • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

Staff were friendly, apartment clean and had all amenities.

Cons:

Nothing - all good

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Leo • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee