About this property

Situated just 10 minutes' walk from the magnificent city of Oxford in an area steeped in history, The Osney Arms is less than 2 miles from the grounds of Oxford University. The rooms at The Osney Arms each have a unique, elegant design. They feature a TV with a DVD player, free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee making facilities and a hairdryer. Most also benefit from an en suite bathroom, while some have access to a shared bathroom with roll top bath. Within the bright and spacious dining room there is a complimentary 'Grab and Go' breakfast available to all guests each morning. For evening meals, Westgate shopping centre is a short 15-minute walk away. It hosts a wide variety of bars and restaurants. The famous Oxford colleges are just 20 minutes' walk away from the guest house, including Christ Church, one of the famous settings for the Harry Potter films. With Magdalen Bridge Boathouse just 10 minutes’ drive away, guests can also go punting down the River Cherwell.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Situated in the best rated area in Oxford, this property has an excellent location score of 8.6

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental

  • Free parking available on-site


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Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Arthur
United Kingdom United Kingdom
It was a nice clean room. It is worth paying a little bit for the bigger rooms.
Lucilia
Brazil Brazil
The location is outside the central area, but it's possible to walk to the city centre and the train station. Attentive staff, good shower. The hotel offers a good breakfast. Spacious and comfortable room. I recommend it.
Lucinda
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great check in - answered all my questions. Nice and cosy
Brian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Clean, comfortable bed, good selection for a continental breakfast, good communication & instructions
Janet
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great location to the train station, which is what we wanted. The self check-in was very easy. The room was clean and smelt beautiful when we opened the door.
Bernie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Ideal location Bedrooms and bathrooms very clean. Best continental breakfast I've ever seen
Jesty
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Close to the town centre, we were away for an evening at the New Theatre and this hotel offered good location and value for money. Comfy bed, clean and cosy room. The owner was helpful and had good communication. Breakfast was a bit strange with...
Emma
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Self check-in instructions were clear, very comfortable bed, immaculately clean! Very good location, can walk to Oxford Train station in under 10 minutes. I had a very comfortable stay and I would recommend :)
Arthur
United Kingdom United Kingdom
It's a clean hotel. Nice and small. Great price for Oxford. The self check in was made easy to understand.
Clare
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Breakfast was very relaxed, good sfood election of continental. Location was great, 15 minute walk into Oxford.

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Company review score: 8.4Based on 922 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

The Osney Arms Guest House is a delightful Victorian Property situated just a few minutes walk from the centre of the magnificent city of Oxford. You are welcome to our little getaway where we offer an informal, elegant yet homely standard of charm and where you will find it newly renovated to a high standard. At our Guest House we offer high standards of cleanliness and comfort. All of the rooms are light, bright, airy and modern with extra comfortable beds and spotless en-suite facilities and have free broadband internet access, flat screen televisions, hair dryers. There is an iron and board and high chair for guests to use when required. Situated a few minutes from the A34 and with a bus stop a minute walk away that takes you to the city centre, the guest house is superbly situated. We are in easy walking distance of a number of museums, theatres, the main shopping areas as well as variety of restaurants and pubs offering a wide range of evening meal options. Links to public transport are easy, with the train station literally a few minutes walk and the coach station just a little further. Whatever the purpose of your visit to this extravagant and spectacular city, you can be sure that you will be glad to return to the comfort of The Osney Arms Guest House. Oxford is also an excellent base for exploring the Cotswolds, Stratford, and London, with regular buses and trains into London. Included & is a help yourself continental breakfast.

Neighbourhood information

So close to the centre we are in easy walking distance of a number of museums, theatres, the main shopping areas as well as variety of restaurants and pubs offering a wide range of evening meal options. Links to public transport are easy, with the train station literally a few minutes walk and the coach station just a little further.

Languages spoken

English,Hindi

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the property has 4 parking spaces available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Last check-in is at 21:00 unless agreed in advance

Please inform The Osney Arms Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.