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About the Hotel

Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford, United Kingdom

Head Of The River Hotel Oxford sits only an 8-minute walk from the 12th-century Carfax Tower and offers a restaurant. Featuring 19 rooms with views of the river, the 4-star hotel is a mere 1.6 km from Pitt Rivers Museum.

Location

The Pitt Rivers Oxford University Museum of Natural History lies a 19-minute walk away, and Museum of the History of Science is just a short drive from the Head. The accommodation is at a 450-metre distance from Christ Church and 75 km from Gloucestershire airport.

This Oxford property is also within easy walking distance of Speedwell Street bus stop.

The smoke-free accommodation is an ideal place for exploring the 12th-century cathedral "Christ Church", located 0.3 miles away.

Rooms

The rooms feature an iron and ironing board, and climate control, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' utmost comfort. Make sure to use hairdryers and bath sheets offered in private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower.

Eat & Drink

A lounge bar is available on site. The bar area includes a lounge. Paul offers a selection of French delicacies and lies within 5 minutes' walk of this Oxford hotel.

Leisure & Business

Thanks to an ice rink, guests can stay fit at the traditional Head.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior Double Room

Max:

2 persons

175 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

River view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Family Room

Max:

2 persons

175 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Small Double Room

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2 persons

130 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

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City Centre

Oxford2000 ft

Airports

Gloucestershire (GLO) 45.7 mi

London Heathrow (LHR) 48.6 mi

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Fish & Chips

The beer-battered fish finger sandwich I had was absolutely delicious, with a perfectly crisp batter and fresh tartar sauce that elevated the meal. The generous portion size meant I felt fully satisfied without needing dinner later.

Jessica Thompson. United Kingdom, 2024-05-12Read full review on

Perfectly Appointed Rooms

Our room was charmingly decorated and equipped with a large TV and a wide selection of channels, making our evening in very enjoyable. The overall ambiance was cozy, contributing to a comfortable stay.

MichaelS65. Australia, 2024-09-20Read full review on

Efficient Breakfast Options

I was impressed with the breakfast options that catered perfectly to different dietary needs. The selection was diverse, and everything was cooked well, making it a good start to the day.

Sarah_B. Canada, 2024-06-30Read full review on

Charming Outdoor Space

The outdoor seating area near the river is absolutely lovely. It provided a refreshing atmosphere to enjoy my drinks while taking in the natural beauty surrounding the pub.

DavidM2024. New Zealand, 2024-03-15Read full review on

What’s included

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Heating
Mini-bar
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford, United Kingdom

Map view

Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Museum

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

5100 ft

Castle

Oxford Castle

3200 ft

Museum

Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology

3500 ft

Museum

Pitt Rivers Museum

1.0 mi

Market

The Covered Market Oxford

2500 ft

Tower

Carfax Tower

2100 ft

University

Bridge of Sighs

3800 ft

High St

University Church of St Mary the Virgin

3200 ft

Botanical Garden

Oxford Botanic Garden

3900 ft

Museum

Museum of the History of Science

3900 ft

Oxford OX1 4AU

Magdalen College Deer Park

4100 ft

Bodleian Library Broad Street

Bodleian Library

3500 ft

Library

Radcliffe Camera

3300 ft

University

Merton College

2800 ft

University

Balliol College

3200 ft

Church

Exeter College

3000 ft

University

Trinity College

3500 ft

University

Brasenose College

3000 ft

University

The Queen's College

3500 ft

University

St Peter's College

3500 ft

University

St Peter-in-the-East

3700 ft

Gallery

Modern Art Oxford

2100 ft

University

University colleges

3200 ft

Holywell Street

New College

4800 ft

Nearby

Church

Christ Church

1400 ft

Broad Street

Sheldonian Theatre

2000 ft

Museum

Museum of Oxford

1900 ft

Museum

The Story Museum

1900 ft

Town Hall St. Aldates

Oxford Town Hall

1900 ft

Museum

Bate Collection of Musical Instruments

2000 ft

Restaurants

The White House

1200 ft

38 Abingdon Road

The Alchemist Oxford

2600 ft

Unit RU7 The Westgate Shopping Centre Bonn Square

Victors Oxford

2300 ft

307 The Westgate Queen Street Unit RU5

Pho Restaurant

2500 ft

305 The Westgate Queen Street The Westgate

Cinnamon Kitchen Oxford

2400 ft

309

Shoryu Ramen

2300 ft

134 The Westgate Queen Street The Westgate

Mowgli Street Food

2000 ft

1 Norfolk Street Unit 302 Westgate

Pizza Pilgrims

2000 ft

1 Norfolk Street Westgate Centre Roof Terrace RU12

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