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. A Continental breakfast is served in the Sportsview’s traditionally furnished breakfast room which features an original fireplace. Grandpont Nature Park is a 10-minute journey away on foot and Oxford city centre is less than 15 minutes’ walk away. Oxford Rail Station is just over 1-mile from the guest house.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet

Private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
3 single beds
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Oxford

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sharon
    Singapore Singapore
    Full of sensibilities! There were many hangers in the room and the toilet. The room was spacious and organized having clearly considered the smaller details to make it thoroughly comfortable and convenient. Such a pleasure!
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Nice man in charge, clean room, free parking and 15 minute stroll into the city centre. Nice!!
  • Tracey
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Comfortable and clean room (12A). Very friendly and helpful guy checked us in. Although we had to check out by 10 we were told we could leave our car there until 12
  • Peter
    Australia Australia
    Comfortable and clean - ideal for a short stay. Location within walking distance to main parts of Oxford. Convenient parking and able to access from midday. Thank-you!
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owner was very friendly and helpful upon arrival and throughout. The facilities were excellent for the price. I have previously used a local hostel, but the improvement was vastly better for little extra money. Nice view over the...
  • Jackie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had a family room which was big enough to comfortably house a double and 2 single beds without tripping over each other. It was clean and well maintained and we enjoyed our time there. We only stayed the one night an had one interaction with a...
  • Laurice
    Australia Australia
    Very easy to get into Oxford. Bus stop close by as well as local pub for evening meals and convenience store for snacks not far along same road
  • Timothy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    clean and well equipped room with coffee machine provided.
  • Irene
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Spacious room, comfy bed, well equipped with drawers, wardrobe, dressing table. Good mirror and lighting. Great courtesy tray. Spotlessly clean. Parking facilities. Easy to walk into town and public transport really close by.
  • Derick
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Rooms were clean, tidy and well stocked with tea, coffee, linen etc

Quality rating

This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Host Information

Company review score: 8.9Based on 1,478 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Our family have owned Sportsview for over 30 years though now we are supported by the fantastic Matt and Alan

Property information

The property consists of three late 1800 houses that have been a guest house for over 80 years located just to the south of the town centre overlooking the college playing fields and the River Thames

Neighbourhood information

The Grandpont area is very close to the centre of Oxford whilst also having great access to the River Thames.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Sportsview Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular facilities

  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access

    General

    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    The Sportsview Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00 to 21:30
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 08:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 3 years are welcome.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that to due to ongoing government restrictions imposed following the COVID-19 lockdown, a takeaway breakfast option can be arranged for guests who have booked it. The property is unable to accept cash at this time.

    Please let the hotel know your arrival time in advance of arrival using the Special Requests box.

    It is not possible to check in after 21.30 Sunday to Friday and 18.00 on Saturdays.

    Balance of payment is due on arrival.

    All deposits are non refundable.

    Please note parking is limited and functions on a first-come first-served basis. Guests are limited to one parking space per room. Vehicles cannot be larger than a standard wheel base Transit van.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform The Sportsview Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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

    Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    FAQs about The Sportsview Guest House

    • The Sportsview Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Room options at The Sportsview Guest House include:

        • Double
        • Twin
        • Triple
        • Family

      • The Sportsview Guest House is 0.7 miles from the centre of Oxford. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • The prices at The Sportsview Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

      • Check-in at The Sportsview Guest House is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

      • Guests staying at The Sportsview Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

        Breakfast option(s) include:

        • Continental
        • Buffet