Head of the River

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Scored 8.7
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.4

About this property

Just a few minutes’ walk from Oxford city center, the Head of the River is located on the banks of the scenic River Thames. This traditional inn features a riverside terrace and a stylish restaurant. The elegant bedrooms are individually decorated, and some have river views. All rooms feature a TV and a private modern bathroom with free toiletries. Guests will find bathrobes and slippers in some rooms. Guests can enjoy a hearty cooked breakfast each morning in the pub restaurant. The evening menu includes local produce and seasonal ingredients, and the bar offers a range of real ales. The Head of the River is just a 10-minute walk from the famous Oxford University Colleges. Oxford’s quaint shops and lively theaters are within a 10-minute walk.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Kavlakoglu
Turkey Turkey
“Excellent view, excellent location(so close to Christ Church IBC Oxford gala dinner venue and examination school the congress venue), excellent room, great breakfast, excellent mini bar.”
Dr
Canada Canada
“Anna, front staff was very lovely, as was Chantelle. The other staff got the job done.”
Allison
United States United States
“The room was cozy and redecorated in beautiful William Morris style. Breakfast was yummy and staff was so friendly and accommodating! Hot coco , tea and biscuits in the room was welcome”
Lauren
United States United States
“The hotel was charming, lovely setting. Breakfast and pub were great, lots of choices. Room itself was lovely and clean and very comfortable.”
Lauren
United States United States
“Beautiful property, with great views. Perfect location for exploring Oxford. The room was excellent, with very comfortable bed. The restaurant was also great!”
Loriann
United States United States
“Charming, very well situated, lovely food, friendly staff. We loved our stay and the convenience of the location of having a nice restaurant downstairs.”
Kenneth
United States United States
“Good air conditioning in room - sometimes hard to find in the UK. Well appointed rooms. Excellent breakfast and on-stie restaurant and bar. Very popular with locals and tourists.”
Kim
United States United States
“Close to the train station. Good restaurant. Comfortable and quiet room.”
Chris
United States United States
“Beautiful room, view, good food, drinks, people were friendly and the sun was shining!”
Fiona
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Room had character and everything that we needed - including fresh milk in the mini fridge Staff were delightful and very helpful”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Head of the River
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Head of the River takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free
2 years old
Crib upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestro Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.