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Providing free WiFi, parking on-site and a garden, the recently renovated property of Sandford Meadow Guest House, offers rooms in Oxford, 8.9 km from University of Oxford and 21 km from Blenheim Palace. The property features garden views and is 31 km from Notley Abbey and 45 km from Newbury Racecourse. The accommodation provides full-day security and luggage storage space for guests.

It is a very well maintained English house and I really loved the home-like atmosphere. Unlike numerous other guesthouses I have been to I got my full privacy in this place. Ric, who is the owner of the house was really nice and helpful.

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9
Superb
148 reviews
Price from
£67.50
per night

Offering quiet street views, Headington Haven Homestay is an accommodation set in Oxford, 5.4 km from University of Oxford and 17 km from Blenheim Palace. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests.

We had a wonderful experience staying at Monika's home. She is exceptionally friendly and always ready to help, creating a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere. The house itself is lovely, impeccably clean, and very peaceful.

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9.1
Superb
9 reviews
Price from
£84.52
per night

Featuring a garden and views of garden, Spacious En-suite Private Double Bedroom is a recently renovated homestay set in Oxford, 5.7 km from University of Oxford. The property features inner courtyard views and is 22 km from Blenheim Palace and 26 km from Notley Abbey. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and private check-in and check-out for guests.

Beautiful place, fully equipped kitchen, right next to a bus stop, perfectly clean, very comfortable. Awesome.

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9.5
Exceptional
18 reviews
Price from
£83.03
per night

The homestay offers bed linen, towels and laundry service.

Cliveden House is 50 km from the homestay. The nearest airport is London Heathrow Airport, 70 km from Luxurious double bedroom, ensuite with free Wifi..

The hosts were warm and welcoming and the room was beautiful, quiet, comfortable and had everything we needed for a great night's sleep. We appreciated meeting Ervana and Fred. Their warmth and hospitality was truly apppreciated.

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9.7
Exceptional
54 reviews

Offering quiet street views, Sandfield Guest House is an accommodation located in Oxford, 4.2 km from University of Oxford and 16 km from Blenheim Palace. This guest house provides free private parking, full-day security and free WiFi. The accommodation offers a concierge service and private check-in and check-out for guests.

Paul was very warm, welcoming, and helpful. He and staff go above and beyond to make me feel comfortable.

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9.2
Superb
83 reviews
Price from
£94
per night

Located 700 metres from Oxford's historical city centre, Newton House offers accommodation with full fibre WiFi access throughout and on-site private parking (first come first served). A short walk away from the River Thames & Christ Church College allowing you to experience Oxford in comfort, whilst avoiding traffic and extra transport costs.

Amazing location, only 10-15min walk to centre with free parking on site! The staff were amazing, we received a warm welcome with a map of the city and recommendations on what to visit based on our interests. The room was clean, cozy and comfortable.

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8
Very good
1,452 reviews
Price from
£128
per night

Overlooking the Queen’s College sports grounds, the Sportsview Guest House offers free on-site parking. Free Wi-Fi is available and Oxford’s River Isis is just a 5-minute walk away.

Rooms at this terraced Victorian guest house are spacious and individually decorated. All rooms have a TV and tea and coffee making facilities.

The owner and the staff were great. They were friendly and welcoming. The continental breakfast was well laid out and quite varied in what was offered. Cereal, sliced meat, cheese, yogurt, fruit and toast. The guest house was within an easy walk to city center, the bus and train station as well as the Thames Path for walking.

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8.1
Very good
1,421 reviews
Price from
£99.75
per night

At the homestay, units include a TV with streaming services.

Notley Abbey is 20 km from the homestay, while Cliveden House is 48 km from the property. The nearest airport is London Heathrow Airport, 67 km from Sleep In oxford.

This property is more like a guest house but you don't see any staff. I didn't mind that because the check in went smoothly. Clean comfortable room. Decent shower. Free parking. A few minutes drive to the centre.

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8.3
Very good
114 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

Beautiful home in Oxford, a property with a garden and a shared lounge, is located in Oxford, 5.6 km from University of Oxford, 15 km from Blenheim Palace, as well as 22 km from Notley Abbey. This guest house provides free private parking, private check-in and check-out and free WiFi. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service.

Very clean, very helpful meet and greet. Great living, cooking dining area. Fabulously done. We had a great experience.bthank you!

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8.8
Fabulous
117 reviews
Price from
£78
per night

Featuring a garden, Guest House B&B is situated in Oxford, within 46 km of Newbury Racecourse. With free private parking, the property is 7.1 km from University of Oxford and 22 km from Blenheim Palace. The property is allergy-free and is located 26 km from Notley Abbey.

The place was superb clean, the host was really nice, the bus stop is really close.

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8.6
Fabulous
127 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

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  • Headington Haven Homestay
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 9 reviews

    Offering quiet street views, Headington Haven Homestay is an accommodation set in Oxford, 5.4 km from University of Oxford and 17 km from Blenheim Palace.

    Fint stort værelse og sød vært, som foreslog ting at lave i Oxford:)

  • The Osney Arms Guest House
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 893 reviews

    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.

    wonderful breakfast (and included in the price, too)

  • The Dial House Guest House
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 771 reviews

    Situated just off the A40, this picturesque Tudor house offers 4-star accommodation just a 10-minute drive from Oxford city centre. Oxford Brookes University is a short walk away.

    Handy for bus stop into town, local restuarnts realy good

  • Sandford Meadow Guest House
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 148 reviews

    Providing free WiFi, parking on-site and a garden, the recently renovated property of Sandford Meadow Guest House, offers rooms in Oxford, 8.9 km from University of Oxford and 21 km from Blenheim...

    home from home - clean, neat and tidy… just how I like it

  • Spacious En-suite Private Double Bedroom
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 18 reviews

    Featuring a garden and views of garden, Spacious En-suite Private Double Bedroom is a recently renovated homestay set in Oxford, 5.7 km from University of Oxford.

    Very clean, comfortable and well-appointed, fully renovated, friendly host

  • Luxurious double bedroom, ensuite with free Wifi.
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 54 reviews

    Set in Oxford and only 6 km from University of Oxford, Luxurious double bedroom, ensuite with free Wifi. Offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Very comfortable and had everything we might need.

  • Sleep In oxford
    Breakfast options
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 114 reviews

    Situated in Oxford, 6 km from University of Oxford, Sleep In oxford features express check-in and check-out and free WiFi.

    Really clean, big double room with tv, clean bathroom

  • Beautiful home in Oxford
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 117 reviews

    Beautiful home in Oxford, a property with a garden and a shared lounge, is located in Oxford, 5.6 km from University of Oxford, 15 km from Blenheim Palace, as well as 22 km from Notley Abbey.

    Recently refurbished. Clean and spacious. Good location

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  • The Oxford House
    Budget options available
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 172 reviews

    Located within 4.6 km of University of Oxford and 21 km of Blenheim Palace in Oxford, The Oxford House provides accommodation with seating area.

    Convenient distance from my workplace hence ideal.

  • Milka's
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 245 reviews

    Situated in Oxford and only 3.8 km from University of Oxford, Milka's features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    It was clean and tidy. The staff were friendly and helpful.

  • Acorn Guest House
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 128 reviews

    Set in Oxford, 3.2 km from University of Oxford, Acorn Guest House offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Clean, Tidy, Functional. Tea/Coffee access. TV Good security.

  • Henry's
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 324 reviews

    Situated within the historic city centre of Oxford, Henry's is nestled amidst the scenic university colleges and a 10-minute walk from Oxford rail station.

    Exceptional option in Oxford. Great value and perfect location.

  • Cornerways Bed & Breakfast
    Budget options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 322 reviews

    Just over a mile south from the centre of Oxford, Cornerways Bed & Breakfast offers self-catering accommodation with free WiFi, and parking.

    It was very clean. The staff very helpful Breakfast was exceptional

  • 34 Furlong Close Room in a Home
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 16 reviews

    34 Furlong Close Room in a Home is set in Oxford, 22 km from Blenheim Palace, 26 km from Notley Abbey, and 46 km from Newbury Racecourse.

    Very comfy bed, shower room was very nice and a homely feel.

  • Oxford Studio Flat
    Budget options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 30 reviews

    Located in Oxford and only 4.8 km from University of Oxford, Oxford Studio Flat provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Friendly and helpful host. Well laid out flat. Very clean and tidy.

  • Season house
    Budget options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 33 reviews

    Located in Oxford and only 3.5 km from University of Oxford, Season house provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Lovely room, spotlessly clean and very comfortable

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  • Oxford Guest Rooms
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Complete with a garden, Oxford Guest Rooms is situated in Oxford, 25 km from Notley Abbey and 47 km from Newbury Racecourse.

  • Well Sleep Bedroom
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Offering a garden and garden view, Well Sleep Bedroom is located in Oxford, 17 km from Blenheim Palace and 21 km from Notley Abbey.

  • Deep sleep Bedroom
    Central location
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Deep sleep Bedroom features accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 5.7 km from University of Oxford.

  • Milne House
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Located just 5.8 km from University of Oxford, Milne House offers accommodation in Oxford with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as dry cleaning services.

  • Beautiful house in North Oxford
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3 reviews

    Located 4.4 km from University of Oxford, Beautiful house in North Oxford provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This homestay features a garden.

  • Sandfield Guest House
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 83 reviews

    Offering quiet street views, Sandfield Guest House is an accommodation located in Oxford, 4.2 km from University of Oxford and 16 km from Blenheim Palace.

    The host was extremely helpful and kind. And funny.

  • Marlborough House - Guest House
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 694 reviews

    The Marlborough House - Guest House is situated approximately 2 miles from the city centre and just half a mile from the buzzing and lively area of Summertown in North Oxford.

    Incredibly warm hospitality, beautiful and well equipped rooms!

  • Guest House B&B
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 127 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Guest House B&B is situated in Oxford, within 46 km of Newbury Racecourse.

    Had everything I needed, able to cook some food and relax.

  • Westminster Guest House
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 59 reviews

    Located in Oxford, Westminster Guest House features accommodation 44 km from Newbury Racecourse.

    Clean, well decorated v comfortable. Had iron & ironing board

  • Red Mullions Guest House
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 611 reviews

    Red Mullions is a welcoming family-run guest house in Headington, excellently located for the many hospitals in Headington and the Oxford Brookes University. Central Oxford is a 10-minute drive away.

    Good continental breakfast. Warm welcome Comfortable room

  • N D Room
    Central location
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 26 reviews

    Located in Oxford, 4.9 km from University of Oxford and 15 km from Blenheim Palace, N D Room provides accommodation with amenities such as free WiFi and a flat-screen TV.

    Very clean and comfortable. The water in the fridge is a nice touch.

  • Quince House
    Central location
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 39 reviews

    Located in Oxford, 3.7 km from University of Oxford, Quince House provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    It was clean. People were nice. Easy to check in.

  • Lake Street Accommodation
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 364 reviews

    Offering a shared lounge and garden view, Lake Street Accommodation is situated in Oxford, 4.4 km from University of Oxford and 20 km from Blenheim Palace.

    Great property within walking distance of everything.

  • A Comfortable Private Room in a Friendly Home in Headington, Oxford
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7 reviews

    Offering garden views, A Comfortable Private Room in a Friendly Home in Headington, Oxford is an accommodation set in Oxford, 22 km from Notley Abbey and 50 km from Cliveden House.

  • Balkan Lodge Oxford
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 232 reviews

    The family-run Balkan Lodge Oxford offers comfortable, clean and spacious en suite rooms, and free Wi-Fi.

    Spotless rooms and staff were friendly and helpful

  • Large Ensuite room
    Central location
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 20 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Large Ensuite room is set in Oxford, 48 km from Newbury Racecourse. With free private parking, the property is 5.3 km from University of Oxford and 15 km from Blenheim Palace.

  • Oxford Guest House
    Central location
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 520 reviews

    A 15-minute drive from the centre of the city, Oxford Guest House provides stylish accommodation in Headington.

    Great people managing the place. Had everything you needed.

  • The Sportsview Guest House
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,420 reviews

    Overlooking the Queen’s College sports grounds, the Sportsview Guest House offers free on-site parking. Free Wi-Fi is available and Oxford’s River Isis is just a 5-minute walk away.

    Good location , strong Wi-Fi & very clean & tidy

  • Newton House Oxford
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,454 reviews

    Located 700 metres from Oxford's historical city centre, Newton House offers accommodation with full fibre WiFi access throughout and on-site private parking (first come first served).

    lovely room good facilities close to Oxford with parking

  • Iffley Town House
    Central location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 518 reviews

    Situated in Oxford, within 3.4 km of University of Oxford and 600 metres of Greyfriars, Iffley Town House features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

    Everything! Location, comfort, garden, ease of access

  • Conifers Guest House
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 870 reviews

    This guest house is situated in Oxford, a 15-minute drive from the city’s rail station. It offers free Wi-Fi, free on-site parking, and a garden for guests to relax in.

    Very friendly staff, nice clean rooms, good shower.

  • Tower House Guest House
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 867 reviews

    This 17th-century guest house is an historical building on a quiet, traditional street. It is in Oxford city centre, surrounded by Oxford University colleges, a 2-minute walk from all the shops.

    The building is stunning! I loved on the old features.

  • The Buttery
    Central location
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,403 reviews

    Set in the centre of Oxford, just 200 metres from University of Oxford and 14 km from Blenheim Palace, The Buttery offers accommodation with city views and free WiFi.

    Excellent location, clean, comfortable, welcoming staff, good value.

  • Golden Cross Guesthouse
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 485 reviews

    Golden Cross Guesthouse provides accommodation within 100 metres of the centre of Oxford, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a toaster.

    Friendly staff, clean room and very good location.

  • Cotswold House
    Central location
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 981 reviews

    This 4-star, Cotswold stone guest house is situated in the green suburbs of North Oxford.

    The host and staff were extremely helpful and friendly

  • Botley Townhouse
    Central location
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 622 reviews

    Botley Townhouse offers a garden, as well as accommodation with free WiFi and a kitchen in Oxford, 3.4 km from University of Oxford.

    The room was really spacious, comfortable and clean.

  • Twin or Single Private Room Near Brookes University, Oxford Hospitals and EF Language College, Headington Oxford
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 9 reviews

    Situated in Oxford, the recently renovated Twin or Single Private Room Near Brookes University, Oxford Hospitals and EF Language College, Headington Oxford features accommodation 3.9 km from...

  • Hollybush Guest House
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 513 reviews

    This detached house is situated on the edge of Summertown, 3 miles from Oxford’s centre. Buses to the city pass the house every 6 minutes.

    Property was clean and the staff were very welcoming

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Homestays that guests love in Oxford

  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 11 reviews
    This place is superb! Really big comfortable bed and room and nice spacious toilet and bathroom and large garden to enjoy a coffee or meal etc. Mario was a great host and I enjoyed our chats a real decent guy and down to earth. Highly recommend staying here!
    Butsy1818
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 322 reviews
    20 min walk to downtown Oxford or close to bus station. On site parking for 3 cars. Nice sitting area for breakfast and plentiful options to choose from. Nat was a great host. We were able to check in a few hours early. Room was clean/neat
    Teresa
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £120
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 319 reviews
    Excellent atmosphere. Great Staff. Friendly locals
    Phillip
    Family with young children
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 54 reviews
    Fabulous comfortable like a luxury hotel room and lovely hosts
    JULIA
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £110
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 520 reviews
    The location and the price. Was very clean and Yan was a great host. Breakfast 10/10. Would stay here again.
    Donna
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £110
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 748 reviews
    Good location , pretty village Friendly staff and locals
    Lisa
    People with friends
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 115 reviews
    Great hosts; very helpful with anything
    Ulrich
    Young couple
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews
    Great property great host
    stephen
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £120
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 319 reviews
    The Host was friendly, attentive and so helpful. Staff were great. Locals were so friendly. Horspath a lovely old village. Thai food great
    Lynn
    People with friends
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 256 reviews
    great private home, good location, great facilities
    Charlotte
    Family with young children

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