Tower House Guest House
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Tower House Guest House

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15 Ship St, Oxford, OX1 3DA, United KingdomShow on Map
With a stay at Tower House in Oxford (Oxford City Centre), you'll be steps from University of Oxford and 10 minutes by foot from Oxford Castle. This guesthouse is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Thames River and 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from Blenheim Palace.Show More
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3.9/5Good·Cleanliness: 3.9
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Amenities
BarWi-Fi in Public AreasFree
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Surroundings
Airport: London Oxford Airport
(11.9km)
Train: Oxford Railway Station
(1km)
Train: Islip
(13.7km)
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Services & Amenities

Double Room with Shared Bathroom
4

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

1 Double bed
Non-smoking
TV
Electric Fan
Towel
Hair Conditioner
Room Amenities
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Double Room Ensuite
7

Double Room Ensuite

1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Private Bath
TV
Electric Fan
Towel
Room Amenities
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Deluxe Double Room Ensuite
10

Deluxe Double Room Ensuite

1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Private Bath
TV
Electric Fan
Towel
Room Amenities
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Guest Reviews(45)

3.9/5
Good
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  • Cleanliness3.9
  • Amenities3.9
  • Location3.9
  • Service3.9
Guest User
December 16, 2023
I’m on the fence about this place. It was in a safe area in a great location for tourists. Walking everywhere was not a problem. The guy that checked us in was nice and friendly. Online we chose 2 bedrooms with a shared bathroom. My and my daughter slept in one room, husband and son in another. We understood we were sharing a bathroom but there was another room sharing it with us. Probably just an American’s misunderstanding. It was a small but comfortable room. The bedding was clean. On the bad side- I was unhappy with the shower. It didn’t drain. Someone else’s stuff was left in there. The bedroom wall plaster was cracking and had lots of holes. It wasn’t dirty but I changed socks before getting into bed. It was a million degrees inside the room and I had to sleep with the window open even after turning off the heater.
Marianne
December 9, 2023
Lovely historic place. Only stayed 1 night. Had room with bath only. Had I stayed for more I would have preferred shower. Still. A very unique experience and very clean!! Excellent location!
Guest User
December 5, 2023
Superb location and seemed clean. But creepy vibe. It’s technically up to scratch in hotel basics, but it’s weird, dilapidated, abandoned feeling. I booked for the 17th-century appeal, but found the whole experience offputting, if not downright uncomfortable.
Nick
December 2, 2023
Perfunctory 'welcome', reception the only nice part of the building. It is from 1700's so expected wonky floors etc, but shower fitting had been hanging off the wall for some time, soap container by sink empty, wallpaper peeling and lots of tatty decorating. Grossly overpriced
Guest User
October 29, 2023
I am appalled by the response my partner has just had from this hotel. My husband has had this hotel booked since last year and we were looking forward to staying here in December (although after our recent call, we abruptly cancelled the booking) My husband is registered blind and has just been matched with a guide dog. Out of courtesy, as officially, it is against the law to refuse a guide dog as it is a service provider, he rang the hotel to let them know the situation and check it would be ok. He was then told by the member of staff ‘no we don’t want a disgusting dog here!’ Completely disgusted by your lack of customer service and your discriminatory approach to someone with a disability. We have reported you to the necessary authorities and hope that nobody else receives your absolutely shocking level of customer service.
Elizaveta
October 25, 2023
The place is definitely not worth the pricing, even considering the really good location. Considering and accepting the "shared bathroom" option it was assumed that the bathroom is standardly shared for two rooms and is located next door to the room, while in fact it is shared for 9 rooms and located on another level of the building, requiring climbing the stares. The room is very tight and small. The cleanliness of the shared bathroom is not acceptable as the personal only attends property when there are new customers coming. No interim bathroom cleaning is performed.
Joanne
October 15, 2023
A small hotel with a B&B feel. This is an old building, fitting with the town of Oxford with modern features like a flatscreen tv and wifi. The location is a side street but still in the heart of town. An easy walk to all that Oxford has to offer including the new shopping center.
Guest User
August 18, 2023
This is NOT a hotel! We stayed here for 3 nights and did not see anybody working there. No one present during check in or check out. No reception. No change of towels or emptying bins in our room. No restocking of water or tea supplies. There are no lifts & you must carry your own luggage up narrows stairs. No breakfast. The fan in the bathroom did not work, leaving us with a very damp room after a quick shower. Quirky shower, loud workers outside, just centimetres outside our room, uneven walls and squeaky floor. It all sounds rather horrible, and it will be if you come here with an expectation of it being just like any other hotel stay. But if you want something different, a place with lots of charm, great location and be able to stay in a house that is 400 years old, then you have come to the right place! We had a great time staying here, kids loved it and if we ever go back to Oxford, this will be the place we want to stay at. Highly recommended! An added bonus is that they are a social business, supporting Student Hubs, an organisation aimed at supporting students. We had the Foundry and Bastion rooms, both en-suite (although Bastion only had bat tub, not shower). Please be aware that this is not a hotel. And you must be able to walk handle steps and stairs that are not up to modern standards.
Rosa
August 4, 2023
This is truly a no-frills place. Usually, there is no staff on site at all. Very informal. The maid who let me in speaks only Portugese and worse French than I do, but we managed. Simple, modest room and bath. Nice bed, perfectly comfortable. No other facilities or services. The fan in my room was past its best days but worked. Internet worked fine. Quiet street, creaky old building with very narrow halls and steep stairs. Great location.

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–23:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this hotel.

Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, extra beds can be added, but cribs cannot be added.
Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
AgeFee
Children
£15.00 (approx. US$18.93) per person per night

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Health Protected

Cleanliness
  • 3.9/5
Cleaning & disinfecting
  • Cleaning services provided by a professional company

Property Description

  • Number of Rooms: 8
With a stay at Tower House in Oxford (Oxford City Centre), you'll be steps from University of Oxford and 10 minutes by foot from Oxford Castle. This guesthouse is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Thames River and 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from Blenheim Palace.

This smoke-free guesthouse features miniature golf on site and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access and a computer station.

Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to stay at Tower House Guest House?

Prices at Tower House Guest House are subject to change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. To view prices, please search for the dates you wish to stay at the hotel.

What is the closest airport to Tower House Guest House?

The closest airport is London Oxford Airport. It is 11.88km from the hotel and approximately a 23minutes journey by taxi.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Tower House Guest House?

The check-in time is after 15:00 and the check-out time is before 11:00.

Does Tower House Guest House provide airport transfer services?

No, the Tower House Guest House doesn't provide airport transfer services.

What amenities and services does Tower House Guest House have?

Tower House Guest House has the following amenities and services: Bar.

Does Tower House Guest House have a swimming pool?

No, Tower House Guest House doesn't have a pool.

Does Tower House Guest House have fitness amenities?

No, Tower House Guest House doesn't have fitness amenities.

Does Tower House Guest House provide Wi-Fi?

Yes, the hotel provides Wi-Fi.

Does Tower House Guest House have non-smoking rooms?

Please view the hotel listing for details.

Does Tower House Guest House have a restaurant?

No, Tower House Guest House doesn't have a restaurant.

About This Property

Nearest AirportLondon Oxford Airport
Distance to Airport11.88KM
Nearest Train StationOxford Railway Station
Distance to Train Station1.01KM
Average Price FromUSD171
Hotel Star Rating3