River Hotel

River Hotel

Hotel
2 stars 

17 Botley Road, Oxford, United Kingdom

ExcellentBased on 919 reviews
8.1

£92

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About River Hotel

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of River Hotel, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on 24 April 2025.
River Hotel is located amongst Oxford's well-known restaurants and cafés, just a short stroll from Oxford Railway Station. It also provides outdoor tennis courts, a concierge and free Wi-Fi.

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Good to know

Check-in time14:00
Check-out time11:00
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+44 186 524 3475

Perks and amenities at River Hotel

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at River Hotel
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet

General

  • Electric kettle
  • Radio
  • Family rooms
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Safety deposit box
  • Cribs available
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Shower
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Adapter
  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • No smoking
  • Bathtub
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Parking
  • Body soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Telephone
  • Kettle
  • Carpeted
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Cleaning products
  • Dustbins
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine
  • TV
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Storage available
  • Private parking

Activities

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Tennis

Services

  • Wake-up service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Concierge service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Key access

Reviews for River Hotel

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at River Hotel, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 919 reviews of River Hotel to date. Review data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
8.1
Very GoodBased on 919 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • Really nice breakfast cooked to order (in 5 reviews)
  • Close to city centre. (in 29 reviews)
  • "Great location, easy walk into Oxford.Ample parking, well maintained, pretty garden and window boxes." (in 12 reviews)
Cons -
  • Hotel is tired and needs renewal. (in 3 reviews)
  • "The hotel is very ""tired""." (in 20 reviews)
  • "Room very small, awful arrangement with bathroom." (in 24 reviews)

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Photos of River Hotel

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Explore Oxford

River Hotel is located at 17 Botley Road in the neighbourhood of Oxford. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 24 April 2025.

Most Popular Landmarks

Oxford Castle

10 mins walk

0.5 mi

Ashmolean Museum

12 mins walk

0.6 mi

Carfax Tower

12 mins walk

0.6 mi

Oxford Town Hall

13 mins walk

0.7 mi

Modern Art Oxford

13 mins walk

0.7 mi

Oxford Castle

10 mins walk

0.5 mi

Ashmolean Museum

12 mins walk

0.6 mi

Carfax Tower

12 mins walk

0.6 mi

Oxford Town Hall

13 mins walk

0.7 mi

Modern Art Oxford

13 mins walk

0.7 mi

Car Hires

£54 daily average

Closest Airports

Oxford Kidlington Airport

15 mins drive

8.2 mi

Oxford Kidlington Airport

15 mins drive

8.2 mi

  • How far is River Hotel from O2 Academy Oxford?

    The popular O2 Academy Oxford is just over 1.6 mi from River Hotel.

  • Is River Hotel close to Radcliffe Camera?

    0.8 mi - making Radcliffe Camera a reasonable walk or short drive/taxi from River Hotel.

FAQs when booking at River Hotel

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding bookings, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at River Hotel. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2025.
  • Is pricing at River Hotel comparable to 2 star hotels in Oxford?

    River Hotel is generally less than the average price of 2 stars hotels in Oxford. On average, you can expect to pay £117 per night in Oxford. River Hotel will run you £144 per night, which is 23% cheaper than the Oxford average.

  • How close is River Hotel to the nearest airport, Oxford Kidlington Airport?

    There are 6.2 mi between the closest airport, Oxford Kidlington Airport, and River Hotel. The drive to the airport from the hotel should take you 0h 12m with a normal traffic flow. It’s important to take high traffic times into consideration, especially in metropolitan areas.

  • What is the best way for guests to get from Oxford Kidlington Airport to River Hotel?

    River Hotel has parking for hotel guests so for most visitors spending time in Oxford, hiring a car for around £26/day may be the best option. This will enable you to get to and from Oxford Kidlington Airport, and also give you the flexibility to get around the area. Taking a taxi or rideshare service from the nearest airport, Oxford Kidlington Airport, to your hotel is often the most cost-effective transportation solution.

  • How close is River Hotel from the Oxford city centre?

    River Hotel is 0.7 mi away from Oxford. Consider visiting Ashmolean Museum, a popular landmark that can be accessed from River Hotel by various forms of transportation.

  • What is the River Hotel phone number?

    For assistance regarding your reservation at River Hotel please call +44 186 524 3475.

  • Does River Hotel have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, River Hotel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What is the check-out time at River Hotel?

    11:00. If you require a later check-out we advise discussing it with the front desk as soon as you’re able to. Check-in time is 14:00.

  • How much does it cost to stay at River Hotel, Oxford?

    On average, guests have been paying £144 per night to stay at River Hotel. Some users have found rooms as low as £101 per night. Enter your dates in the form above to see the price rates available for your stay.

  • Is there a restaurant at River Hotel?

    Yes, there is a restaurant on-site at River Hotel, Oxford. A bar is also available on-site.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at River Hotel?

    For the best chance to save money on your River Hotel reservation, consider staying in January, when prices are typically at their lowest (£35).

  • What is the cheapest day to check into River Hotel?

    Consider checking into River Hotel on Saturday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of £92).

  • How far is River Hotel from O2 Academy Oxford?

    The popular O2 Academy Oxford is just over 1.6 mi from River Hotel.

  • Is River Hotel close to Radcliffe Camera?

    0.8 mi - making Radcliffe Camera a reasonable walk or short drive/taxi from River Hotel.

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