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4 & 5 Bath Place Holywell Street, Oxford, United Kingdom

Historic Cottage Accommodations

Bath Place Hotel occupies 17th-century cottages with sloped floors and narrow staircases. All 15 rooms include ensuite bathrooms, digital flat-screen televisions, minibars, and coffee/tea makers. Some rooms offer views of the New College Bell Tower, which has operated since the 13th century. Family suites accommodate up to four guests. Dogs and cats are welcome in designated rooms for a £15 fee.

Continental Breakfast Included

Rates include continental breakfast served in the dining room or delivered to rooms at no extra charge. The breakfast buffet features Italian salami, freshly baked croissants, and options for non-dairy and gluten-free diets. A licensed bar and lounge with fireplace are available for guests until 10:30 PM.

Central Oxford Location

The hotel is seconds from the Sheldonian Theatre and Bodleian Library, opposite Holywell Music Room, and within a 5-minute walk of Oxford Playhouse, New Theatre, and the main shopping area. The History of Science Museum is 200 meters away. Off-street parking is available for £30 per day with advance booking.

Guest Lounge Access

Guests have access to a common lounge with fireplace. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The adjacent Turf Tavern, one of Oxford's oldest pubs, serves local beer and is accessible next door.

Family-Run Since 1989

This privately owned hotel has operated since 1989. Children of all ages are welcome. The property is reachable via Cross Country Trains and is 14 km from Blenheim Palace. Directions from London: take M40 to Oxford, cross Magdalen Bridge, turn right onto Longwall Street.

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130 sq. feet 
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220 sq. feet 
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130 sq. feet 
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Getting around

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City Centre
Oxford1400 ft
Airports
Gloucestershire (GLO) 45.2 mi
London Heathrow (LHR) 45.9 mi
Train
Oxford Train Station4000 ft
Bus
Bus stop1000 ft

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

4 & 5 Bath Place Holywell Street, Oxford, United Kingdom
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4 & 5 Bath Place Holywell Street, Oxford, United Kingdom
Nearby
Museum
Oxford University Museum of Natural History
2000 ft
University
Bridge of Sighs
300 ft
Market
The Covered Market Oxford
1800 ft
Museum
Museum of the History of Science
800 ft
High St
University Church of St Mary the Virgin
1600 ft
Bodleian Library Broad Street
Bodleian Library
900 ft
Broad Street
Sheldonian Theatre
700 ft
Library
Radcliffe Camera
1100 ft
University
Trinity College
800 ft
Holywell Street
New College
900 ft
Church
Exeter College
1200 ft
University
Balliol College
1700 ft
University
Brasenose College
1000 ft
University
The Queen's College
1700 ft
University
St Peter-in-the-East
1700 ft
University
University colleges
2000 ft
Restaurants
The Alternative Tuck Shop
500 ft
24 Holywell Street
Hassan's Street Kitchen
1100 ft
Broad Street
The Missing Bean
1500 ft
14 Turl Street
Ahmed's Bar B-Q
1700 ft
90 High Street
Crepes O Mania
1100 ft
Broad Street
Pieminister
1700 ft
56 The Market
Mortons
1100 ft
22 Broad Street
Cafe Creme
1200 ft
19 Broad Street
The Buttery
1300 ft
11-12 Broad Street
QL
1600 ft
40 High Street
Olives Delicatessen
1600 ft
42 High Street

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
0.8
0.8/10 based on 404 reviews
Jenny
United Kingdom, May  2024
7.0/10

The hotel is tucked away down a cute picturesque lane, adding to the quaintness of the place. The rooms, although tiny and old-fashioned with charming wooden beams and wonky floors, were not very comfortable due to their size and lack of certain amenities. The location was excellent, deep in the small streets connecting the colleges, perfect for a quiet stay, despite one guest questioning a dubiously charged fee. The basic dining options included industrial cereals, orange juice, and bread, with the possibility of adding a cooked English breakfast for more variety.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms are very old fashioned, with wooden beams on ceilings and wonky floors, but charming, despite not being very comfortable, very small, with no wardrobe, and a very small bathroom which was just about clean.
Service
8.0
The staff were friendly and informative.
Location
9.0
The location is excellent and was a key part of my decision to book a room with the hotel, deep in the small streets and alleys connecting the colleges, down a cute picturesque lane, quiet and quaint, only a five-minute walk into town.
Dining
6.0
The dining was basic with industrial cereals, orange juice, and bread on offer, supplemented with a full cooked English breakfast option.
Facilities
7.0
Sparse facilities add to the simplicity and charm of the setting.
David
United States, January  2024
8.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were small but lovely, with facilities for adding extra beds if needed. The service was top-notch, with extremely welcoming staff, especially at the Reception. The location was superb, right in the middle of Oxford, making it convenient for exploring the city center. However, the dining experience was not enjoyable, and the options seemed a bit meagre. Despite that, the overall experience was positive.

Rooms
8.0
My room was small but lovely, everything beautifully appointed.
Service
9.0
The staff were extremely welcoming and considerate.
Location
10.0
The location was excellent, very close to the high streets for shopping, historical buildings, and bars and restaurants.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was basic, with industrial cereals, orange juice, and bread on offer.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.
clean
limited dining
Les
United States, October  2023
6.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The room was tiny and unsuitable for two adults, in serious need of refurbishment, but at least it had all the essentials like a desk, kettle, and fridge. The service was friendly and accommodating, though not exceptional. The location was convenient for exploring Oxford's city center, which was a definite plus. The dining options were basic, with limited breakfast choices. Overall, it was an average stay with some room for improvement.

Rooms
5.0
The room we stayed in was tiny and unsuitable for two adults, and it definitely needed some serious refurbishment. However, it was cozy and had all the necessary amenities like a desk, kettle, and fridge.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly and accommodating during our stay, which was a nice touch. They were willing to help with any requests we had.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was convenient for exploring Oxford's city center, which made it easier for us to see all the attractions we wanted to visit.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was basic, with limited breakfast choices available. It wasn't the most satisfying start to the day, but it was decent enough to get us going.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel facilities were average, nothing extraordinary but served their purpose. We didn't spend much time using them, so it didn't impact our stay significantly.
Peter
United Kingdom, July  2023
7.4/10

The hotel's location was superb, tucked away in the heart of the university district, surrounded by picturesque lanes and a charming nearby pub. The rooms, although snug and up in the loft, suited our preference for a cozy stay. However, cleanliness could have been better with a strange smell lingering. The service was top-notch with lovely and helpful staff, enhancing the experience. The dining experience, while satisfactory, had room for improvement, especially with basic amenities and an additional charge for cooked meals. The historic property exuded character, but minor details like dirty glasses and tablecloths affected the overall appeal.

Rooms
7.0
The snug and cozy rooms in the loft were charming, but some cleanliness issues lingered.
Service
9.0
The staff were lovely and very helpful, truly enhancing the experience.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was outstanding in the heart of the university district, perfect for exploring the historic alleys and connecting colleges.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was basic, with minor cleanliness issues and extra charges for cooked meals.
Facilities
6.0
The 16th-century property had character, but attention to details like cleanliness could elevate the experience.
John
United Kingdom, April  2023
7.0/10

The hotel is in a modern annexe with a tired feel, but the service is kind, hospitable, and friendly. The location is excellent for exploring Oxford, with a perfect setting near historic buildings and dining options. The dining experience is basic without substantial options.

Rooms
6.0
The room, accessed by steps outside the front reception with its own entrance, needed redecoration and had very limited facilities. It was tired with carpet issues and a leak near the sink.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and helpful overall.
Location
9.0
The hotel is ideally situated in central Oxford, perfect for experiencing the city's highlights and landmarks.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was basic, offering a limited selection of bread rolls, yoghurt, cheese, and ham.
Facilities
7.0
Facilities were limited but sufficient for a short stay.
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