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Vanbrugh House Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from University of Oxford
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Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Interior detail
Premier Suite | Terrace/patio
Front of property
Fireplace

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi

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20-24 St Michaels Street, Oxford, England, OX1 2EB
  • Place, University of Oxford
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, New Theatre Oxford
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Oxford Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪15 min drive‬
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Standard Double Room, Accessible (Disabled access) | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room, Accessible (Disabled access)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premier Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premier Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Oxford

Located in Oxford City Centre, Vanbrugh House Hotel is adjacent to University of Oxford and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Thames River. This 22-room, 4-star hotel has in-room conveniences like MP3 docks, coffee makers, and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • New Theatre Oxford - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Oxford Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Christ Church College - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bodleian Library - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Oxford Station - 9 min walk
  • Oxford (OXF) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Permit Room - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Grapes - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Plough at 38 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Oxford Union Members Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Vanbrugh House Hotel

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from University of Oxford
At Vanbrugh House Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and a terrace. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and concierge services.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and bathrobes. MP3 docks, coffee makers, and safes are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 20 for adults and GBP 20 for children

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 20.00 for adults and GBP 20.00 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Vanbrugh House Hotel?

Vanbrugh House Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Vanbrugh House Hotel?

As of Oct 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vanbrugh House Hotel on Nov 20, 2025 start from $152.25, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see close to Vanbrugh House Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Oxford City Centre, just steps from New Theatre Oxford and Oxford Playhouse, and within a short walk of Thames River. You'll also find Carfax Tower and Oxford Town Hall less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Vanbrugh House Hotel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Vanbrugh House Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Vanbrugh House Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Vanbrugh House Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Vanbrugh House Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like bathrobes as well as concierge services and a terrace.

Are there hot tubs at Vanbrugh House Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Vanbrugh House Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Vanbrugh House Hotel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Vanbrugh House Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Vanbrugh House Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Vanbrugh House Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Vanbrugh House Hotel?

The closest major airport to Vanbrugh House Hotel is Oxford (OXF), which is 8.4 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Vanbrugh House Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Vanbrugh House Hotel.

Vanbrugh House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 545 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Suzanne

4/10 Poor

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The top floor of this hotel is a bad place to be in a heatwave. Impossible to sleep. Two old ineffective fans meant that first thing in the morning the room was at 30 degrees. We asked to change rooms but advised that the one alternate was hotter.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
We have stayed here on numerous occasions however this stay was disappointing. The fridges have been removed from the rooms and in the heatwave it was a disappointment. The upright floor fan didn’t do much good. There is also building work next door which starts at 7.30 am with a hammerdrill thumping through the walls. Not pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kay

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice but needed more information.

The service, room and location were wonderful but the bed was really hard. It would have been nice to know there was construction next door before we made the reservation. Waking up to the beeping of backing trucks at 7:00 am was a little much.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel has no AC and no lift. We were on the top floor and it was HOT. Bed was so small and pillows were like rocks! Breakfast was horrible. Do not select this as an option. Dry cereal, 3 jars of yogurt, 2 bananas and some apples. Packages of cheese and a piece of ham shredded into pieces. Some bread, pastries from a package jam and butter. Juice in bottles, coffee and tea. Yikes!! Location is great walkable. But expensive for the quality of the rooms. Would have done better with an uber and a better room
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francesco

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Trip with my daughter for cultural event in Oxford

Very helpful staff at reception. Room was great and exactly what we expected (maybe even more spacious). My daughter and I were able to have a relaxed evening and in the morning, it was a short walk to amenities in Oxford. Only two points to raise: 1. A hotel of this calibre should really have a parking deal negotiated with a local venue. 2. No eggs or hot options at breakfast made the breakfast feel overpriced. If you need to, charge a bit more but I would recommend these be made available.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Renee

Location was great. And it stops there. An expensive error
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel rooms are lovely but have no AC and so the rooms were even hotter than it was outside. Fans were provided but didn’t cool the room down. Note also there are no evevators and suitcases need to be carried upstairs. The receptionist kindly brought one of our bags up for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel in central Oxford

Charming little house, and I felt thoroughly spoiled by the upgrade to a suite! Just wonderful. The reception clerk even kindly offered to post my postcards since I had to catch a train. Very kind staff, the three I met. I wish the windows opened more, but I understand.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jonathan, Westminster

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Only good thing about this hotel is it's location, being right in the city centre. The room was very small; there was no air conditioning or cooling (just a freestanding electric fan); the shower room flooring tiles were broken in several places;
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW JOHN

Nice room clean great staff , only criticism was the grouting in the shower was mouldy and black
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property lovely and very quiet while being in the centre of a noisy city. It was a very hot night when I stayed and a stronger fan would have been good! Otherwise excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was incredibly last minute but the person on reception (I think of South Asian descent) was very professionaly and friendly and got be booked in quickly and he was helpful when I had issues with my key. I've stayed here before - great location, nice building and rooms, great staff. My only criticism would be that the WiFi was down for about 30 mins and the bathroom did not smell nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Traveled with partner
We had a one night stay at the hotel. Our room was clean. Floors abit wonky. Bed was comfortable. Check in and out was easy. Location good. Quite noisy with doors opening and closing and in the morning there seemed to be some work going on in or just outside the hotel which made it quite loud. Would stay again. No negatives
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

toni

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Lewis Carroll Room and it was spacious and clean. Nice bathroom and felt great. Super central so you can walk to everything and the staff were lovely and helpful. We were woken up super early by the bin men over the road, but such is a inner town location. No lifts, so had to drag my cases up the stairs and that wasn't fun, but ho hum....
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Faiza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room, very clean and well maintained. Bathroom was huge and luxuriously appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

L Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Vanbrugh House Hotel was a nice hotel in a wonderful location in Oxford. It is surrounded by the university colleges and many restaurants and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An historic property in the centre of Oxford. All the major sites are in walking distance. We had a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall was a nice stay at the hotel but one of the staff Elena is the best! She is very helpful in all kinds of way! She made my day!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great staff. Clean. Convenient. Love this place. Generous upgrades.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One important improvement suggestion: The floors in the shower were slippery and especially dangerous with soap suds. We were very concerned about slipping about falling. Please add handle bars and/or texture/slip resistant additions to the tile floors.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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