Vanbrugh House Hotel

Hotels
8 (1858 reviews)
20 - 24 St Michael's Street , Oxford , gb
+44 1865 244622

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room comfort concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
7.08
Some reviews mention cleanliness issues such as odor in the bathroom and maintenance concerns.
Service
9.05
Many reviews highlight the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.
Location
9.09
Repeatedly noted as excellent, with convenient access to local attractions.
Room Quality
7.54
Complaints about small rooms, uncomfortable beds, and maintenance issues were noted.
Amenities
8.07
Amenities were acceptable, though some guests expected more, particularly regarding food options.
Value for Money
8.03
Generally perceived as good value, but some reviews indicate mixed feelings due to comfort issues.
Food and Beverage
7.08
Guests noted limited food options for breakfast and some dissatisfaction with offerings.
Overall Experience
8.05
Most guests reported a positive experience, largely due to location and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 20:21

Property Description

Charming Boutique Hotel in the Heart of Oxford

Individually Designed Rooms: Dating back to the 18th century, Vanbrugh House Hotel offers 22 uniquely designed rooms, each exuding its own character and charm. Enjoy modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a luxurious en suite bathroom with complimentary toiletries.

Free Wi-Fi and Delicious Breakfast: Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi available throughout the property. Wake up to a delicious Oxfordshire continental breakfast served daily, ensuring a delightful start to your day.

Convenient Location: Situated in the heart of Oxford, surrounded by historic college buildings, our hotel offers easy access to Oxford Rail Station and a plethora of shops and restaurants. Explore the city or venture to nearby destinations like Reading and London.

Experience the allure of Vanbrugh House Hotel - book your stay now!

Important information:

Please note that there is no parking available at the property.

Please note that reservations for 7 or more nights will be subject to different terms and conditions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1858 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.08
Service: 9.05
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 7.54
Amenities: 8.07
Value for Money: 8.03
Food and Beverage: 7.08
Overall Experience: 8.05
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Margherita • extended_group • it
7
Pros:

La posizione dell'hotel è decisamente comoda, in centro. Il personale molto gentile e disponibile. La colazione curata.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Barbora • solo_traveller • cz
9
Pros:

Útulný pokoj s výhledem na jednu z kolejí. Hotel se nachází v historické budově a má příjemnou atmosféru a zajímavé uspořádání. Na pokoji k dispozici čaj, káva, voda i sušenky. Příjemný a ochotný personál - pan recepční nám osobně ukázal pokoj a odnesl kufry. Lokalita skvělá - do 10 minut od vlakového nádraží a v dosahu všech zajímavostí Oxfordu. Pokoj sice neměl klimatizaci, ale velký a dva malé větráky stačily k ochlazení pokoje v horkém dni.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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April • couple • gb
9
Wonderful - would go back
Pros:

We did not have breakfast as we went out for breakfast.
The staff went out of their way to help us celebrate our wedding anniversary, we had an amazing room.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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sharon • couple • gb
7
The room was not worth the money I paid. There was no apology and the issues were not resolved. I felt that we were give
Pros:

Central location

Cons:

Room was lacking light. It was in need of a coat of paint. Overhead shower didn’t work, coffee machine leaked, magnifying mirror didn’t work. The bedside lamp didn’t work but that was resolved.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Ingrid • couple • se
8
Pros:

Centralt, trevlig personal.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Isabelle • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Nanette • couple • gb
8
Lovely overnight break in a fabulously comfortable room.
Pros:

Central high spec

Cons:

No car park

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Miray • couple • tr
1
Will never stay here again too expensive for it it was
Pros:

When i first entered the room there was someting like croissant flakes on my pillow.

Cons:

Fans were not enough not clean enough

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • extended_group • se
8
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Francesca • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Very clean and comfortable with very helpful staff. In an excellent location. Only issue was not being able to open windows properly during the heatwave!

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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BigTaps • Couples • Kent, England
6
Fabulous location, but............
Pros:

Fabulous location, very friendly & professional staff and a beautiful building. However the facilities and services did not meet our expectations, so I would suggest that if you are considering staying here, read all the information on what services and facilities they do provide.

2026-07-27 • via Tripadvisor
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Małgorzata • solo_traveller • pl
7
Pros:

Location was great.

Cons:

Rooms facing the back of the building smell all the smalls from the restaurant including fish. Windows were very dirty.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Celina • solo_traveller • ar
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Anastasia • family_with_children • ch
8
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • solo_traveller • gb
7
Overall it was well placed for our theatre visit and to explore the city
Pros:

Great location for exploring Oxford. Spacious room and bathroom

Cons:

Lack of air on was noted on a very hot night, however electric fans were provided on each bedside - we had to keep them running all night to be able to sleep.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Ana • solo_traveller • hr
5
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Xiaojing • family_with_children • es
7
Pros:

la ubicacion

Cons:

no tiene ascensor， tenemos que subir la maleta por las escaleras

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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HollyJohns22 • Family • Portsmouth, Hampshire, England
2
Great Location, Ridiculously Priced
Pros:

We paid A$785 for a Saturday Night. The room was only a double (too small for a 6ft 2in guy with any size girl!). Quite like the high bed and complimentary water (still and sparkling) albeit warm but…the shower cubicle was separated from the WC by the entrance “foyer” (step) which was also a health and safety hazard with a step up after opening front door and a step down into the bedroom and a step up/down into shower and (separately) the WC. We kept the lights on all night and put cushion by the steps to highlight them and make sure we didn’t fall. It was horribly hot and the two small fans had no switches apart from on/off, were incredibly noisy, and had no remote/instructions. The comfortable bee was the only place you could watch the TV with two chairs the other side of the TV with no way to turn it around to watch it and no table between the chairs. Did I mention that there was no fridge? 5* pricing with less than 2* amenities. No bar, no room service, no restaurant, but they did have continental breakfast for £20 pp which we didn’t sample. Oh yes, no lifts but an amazing number of stairs!Great location though 😂😂😂

2026-07-19 • via Tripadvisor
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Hussein • solo_traveller • pt
4
Horrible experience for an outrageous price
Pros:

The location and he staff.

Cons:

The hotel is extremely run down. It is a carpeted wooden building. The carpet smells horrible and the wood flooring under produces constant noise. The Deluxe room is not as depicted in the pictures and its location, at the entrance of the building, makes it the most noisy rooms. Its bathroom is the smallest possible with tape glueing the shower area and one can hear everything from the floors above.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Cheryl • solo_traveller • au
6
Information re parking (in detail)l would have been useful as it was difficult and costly.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Dark
Lack of information

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee