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Tower House

3.0 star property
Tower House in Oxford City Centre offers a unique urban retreat where travelers can enjoy a round of mini golf or use the computer station

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Located in the heart of Oxford City Centre, Tower House provides a charming getaway. Guests can play mini golf on site and stay connected with public WiFi while having access to the computer station for any work needs.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AED 424
AED 509 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr

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About the neighborhood

Oxford City Centre, a neighborhood in Oxford, is home to Tower House. Ashmolean Museum and Oxford Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Waterstock Golf Club and Frilford Heath Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Oxford Ice Rink or Iffley Road Track. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Oxford travel guide
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15 Ship Street, Oxford, England, OX1 3DA

What's nearby

  • University of Oxford
    University of Oxford
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bodleian Library
    Bodleian Library
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bridge of sign with the Sheldonian theatre background - Oxford, UK
    New Theatre Oxford
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tom tower at Oxford university
    Christ Church College
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Oxford Castle
    Oxford Castle
    7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Oxford Station
    12 min walk
  • Oxford (OXF)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wendy's
    2 min walk
  • Itsu
    2 min walk
  • The Plough at 38
    3 min walk
  • White Horse
    2 min walk
  • Italiamo Cafe
    1 min walk

About this property

Tower House

Guesthouse near Thames River
A short walk from University of Oxford, Tower House provides amenities like mini golf. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A computer station and smoke-free premises

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Things to do

  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • Mini golf

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Tower House Inn Oxford
Tower House Oxford
Tower House Hotel Oxford
Tower House Inn Oxford
Tower House Oxford
Inn The Tower House Oxford
Oxford The Tower House Inn
The Tower House Oxford
Tower House
Inn The Tower House
Tower House Inn
The Tower House
Tower House Oxford
Tower House Guesthouse
Tower House Guesthouse Oxford

Frequently asked questions

Is Tower House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tower House?

As of 29 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tower House on 5 April 2026 start from AED 424, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Tower House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tower House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tower House located?

Located in Oxford City Centre, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Jesus College and Thames River. University of Oxford is steps away. Oxford Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Tower House Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 493 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 190 out of 493 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 493 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 493 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 493 reviews

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Aimée

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Avoid like the plague!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, central Oxford location in a quiet street. The room was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, loads of character.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

The room was clean, the woman who checked us in was nice, and the location can't be beat. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, and really helpful and flexible staff. They arranged an early check in for us as we were going to a wedding, at no extra cost.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The room itself was clean and cosy, quite small but good for a solo traveller. The bed was comfortable, and the hushed noise of the street outside was sooting. There was no one on reception for the duration of my stay. I was stuck outside in the rain for 5 minutes trying to get in. I rang the number on the window and was given the key-code for the lock box to let myself in, and check in myself. Other guests had this problem. No toilet or bathroom in the room was a real annoyance as the toilet was far away from where I was. No clue where the bathroom was, as there were no signs or receptionist to guide you.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Maezel

Liked: Staff & service
Location wise it’s very good, just few minutes walk from the tourist attractions. The room is okay, not thoroughly cleaned and there’s a leak on the wall coming from upstairs.
The leak on the wall coming from upstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Isabella

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room not cleaned well - there were used contact lenses dried up on the bedside table. Shared bathroom shared across two floors, more of a hostel feel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet, cozy, comfortable, clean room. Very Oxford vibe, old construction. Incredible location in heart of city center but on a quiet street so you really feel tucked away inside. Service was great, and responsive. There is not a permanent attendant like at most hotels, it was quite old tech with a lockbox and just the key sitting in a bowl in the reception area. I would stay again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bengt

Liked: Cleanliness

Charmigt och bra läge

Litet oansenligt hotell i en 1700-talsbyggnad mitt i stan. Lite trångt, men charmigt. Funkade fint för en övernattning.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unexpected find, very nice (and wonderfully quirky) room with great facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a 400 yr old building so can’t live up to modern day conveniences/expectations. However, great character overall and well located. Would benefit from some detailed cleaning and overall updating without losing its historical charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very old and cute

Fantastic location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Amenities
Electric wall socket by window was loose
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jaana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very fast answer to the phone when we arrived, we got in quickly 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kati

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bis auf die Lage ist es in keinster Weise zu empfehlen
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed in the Jade Room, and it was so spacious! My daughter and I had more than enough room to feel comfortable and have our own space. The room included a closet, a makeup table, and tea and coffee, which I especially appreciated in the morning. The location is fantastic—within easy walking distance to many of the main areas we all come to visit in Oxford, with plenty of restaurants and pubs nearby, and a Tesco not too far away. We were about a 15 minute walk to the train station, though it honestly felt even shorter. We arrived a few hours earlier than expected, and with just a quick call, the owner allowed us early access to the room so we could store our luggage and start exploring the area right away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ellen

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Slechte kamer, slecht bed gedeelde vieze douche
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Deborah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The tower hotel should not be described as a hotel as it’s more a hostel. I stayed here for one night 22nd may 2025 as it was a few minutes walk from a theatre I was going to. The room was disgusting, holes in walls , the ceiling about to come down, the sheet around the bottom of the bed was filthy, radiators hanging off the wall , a chair that if I’d dared to sit on would have fallen through. The whole place needs gutting & redone. I’d have driven home & not stayed but didn’t fancy a 2 hour drive after the theatre & being tired. This place is a disgrace.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful tudor house with attractive rooms. Great location in the heart of the town with plenty of places nearby for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean simple and perfect for a little weekend trip and right in the centre of town
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great location, but...

Tower House is in a great location, right in the heart of Oxford. It's an old building so it's not unreasonable to experience some old-building rough spots. But the entry and room were both run down. The photo I saw when making the booking was nothing like the room I had. Possibly other rooms are better. It was stated that there was not 24-hour service. The host was there when I arrived and I understood that to mean there were limited daytime hours. I explained that I would leave my bags after checkout time and the host said that would be fine and showed me where to put my keys in a basket when leaving. I left my bags in the office behind the desk. The host was not there but I expected him to be briefly away. The outer door was locked. When I returned at the time I'd noted to pick up my bags the host was not there and I was fortunate that there was another (frustrated) traveler who opened the door to my persistent ringing. Perhaps the host meant for me to retain my room key until I picked up my bag; I was not told there wouldn't be anyone there in the afternoon. A cleaner, better-maintained place and clear communication are in order. I can't recommend Tower House.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ioannis

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Confernece stay

Quite old and simple rooms, shich were not value for money given their price. Cold room temperature, low pressure shower, cold toilet but environemnt was clean. Pachy reception service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay in Central Oxford for a weekend, plus we needed to drop off luggage early and the contact was very helpful. Note that the hotel is unstaffed for large parts of the time, also being central it was quite noisy at night, but very cosy and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hsiang-Wang

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's clean, too cold at night. After I urged them to turn on heating, 3 days later warmth came.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025