Malmaison Oxford

4.0 star property

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Business services

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3 Oxford Castle, Oxford, England, OX1 1AY
  • Place, University of Oxford
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Oxford Castle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, New Theatre Oxford
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

House of Correction Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Club Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Cell Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Club Double Cell Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Signature Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Signature Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Oxford

Located in Oxford City Centre, Malmaison Oxford is adjacent to University of Oxford and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Thames River. This 95-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant and 24-hour room service, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Oxford Castle - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • New Theatre Oxford - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carfax Tower - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Christ Church College - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Oxford Station - 8 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pret A Manger - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sticks'n'Sushi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Permit Room - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Art Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Swan & Castle (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Malmaison Oxford

Malmaison Oxford features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a terrace. Valet parking is available for GBP 34 per night. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this boutique hotel include a banquet hall, a garden, and wedding services.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, safes, and phones.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (GBP 34 per night)
  • Limited onsite valet parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 27 for adults and GBP 13 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Chez Mal Brasserie
  • Malbar

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night

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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 27 for adults and GBP 13 for children
  • Valet parking fee: GBP 34 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Malmaison Oxford?

Malmaison Oxford offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Malmaison Oxford?

As of May 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Malmaison Oxford on May 31, 2026 start from $227, including 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 near Malmaison Oxford?

This hotel is situated in Oxford City Centre, just steps from Oxford Castle and Modern Art Oxford, 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 Malmaison Oxford?

Yes, valet parking is offered for GBP 34 per night.

Does Malmaison Oxford feature a casino on the premises?

No, Malmaison Oxford doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Malmaison Oxford?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Malmaison Oxford?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this boutique hotel include 24-hour room service as well as an al fresco restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Does Malmaison Oxford have a hot tub?

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

Does Malmaison Oxford have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Malmaison Oxford serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Chez Mal Brasserie.

Will Malmaison Oxford allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Malmaison Oxford for a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Malmaison Oxford have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Malmaison Oxford?

The closest major airport to Malmaison Oxford is Oxford (OXF), which is 8.3 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Malmaison Oxford?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Malmaison Oxford.

Does Malmaison Oxford offer wedding services?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Malmaison Oxford.

Malmaison Oxford Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 664 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1010 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fine hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at Malmaison Oxford felt like doing time… The room was spacious, spotless, the bed was actually comfortable (shocking for a former prison), turning on the lights gives you that prison sound and the location is dangerously convenient for wandering Oxford. Add in the juicy history of the building and suddenly your overnight stay comes with a side of true crime vibes. Clean, central, and delightfully dramatic — 10/10 would get “locked up” again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Andrew, London

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The hotel and its amenities were great - welcoming, good breakfast, interesting architecture. The suite I stayed in was not great, and I'd advise against booking a suite. It was split level, with the thermostat on the upper level. Due to how the heating worked, the upper level needed to be set at 25C to get the lower level to 19C and the bathroom remained much colder. The wrap around bedhead - the mattress end slotted into the bedhead - took 10-20cm from the bed length meaning my feet stuck out the end of the bed and I had to sleep diagonally. The mezzanine level - the 25C room - was fully occupied by a large conference table with four chairs, with no easy chair / armchair. Am sure the hotel has had this feedback before, and should just change the furniture, throw out the conference table and the wrap around bedhead, and sort out a better heating arrangement. Will not stay again. Quite possibly the more economical regular rooms do not have these problems
interior of main wing
breakfast kippers
exterior
interior upper level suite
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms very nice however the shower pressure was very weak but other than that pretty good!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really nice hotel, likes the quirkiness of it being a prison but has all the luxuries of a hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Alistair

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I realize that this was an old prison but be aware that the food is still prison quality. A club sandwich which was fantastic 5 years was a singed yes not even charred assembly of chicken and ham both also singed The smell of singed flesh was nauseating.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Some worse for wear bits in the bathroom and I couldn’t get the room warm enough. But everything else great. Staff good, food was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

MARY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. Hotel staff were very friendly and welcoming. The room was beautiful and spotlessly clean. We stayed in a Clive double cell and it felt very spacious. Nice bathroom with a separate shower and tub. High quality linens and towels were thick and plush and generous sized. Good location, close to the station and walkable to everything. Breakfast is pricey but very nice. Service excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room in the old cells. Staff were very good. We dropped our case in the morning and it was in our room when we returned to check in. Only quibble, restaurant area for breakfast isn't great. Cooked breakfast should come with toast rather than having to make your own.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Gary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Hotel unique, interesting and staff good. Sadly the room mattress was very uncomfortable and we struggled to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James, Brighton

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, quirky rooms, clean, well furnished, and comfortable. Staff super friendly, including bar / breakfast staff and desk staff. Felt really welcome. An extremely positive experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Rita

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Cherie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Trudee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and staff were amazing. The bed and pillows were so comfortable. Would definitly recommend and love to return.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

kairen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Raffaele

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and a great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne, Camberley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very interesting hotel and good breakfast. Room quite small and frustrating that hotel ignored messages through expedia app
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Anish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hit this place up for a late NYE gateway. Great hotel, great location, great bar with various areas to sit and enjoy a cocktail! Breakfast (hot) £26 PP was decent and did include a drink at the bar . Room was clean and tidy and very cosy. Water, coffee and safe in the room. All Staff were helpful and bar staff knowledgeable on drinks and cocktails. Parking was steep (but it was valet parking and secure outside the hotel) so all good. Only gripe I had was we were charged twice for breakfast but were refunded swiftly when we called and informed them A well converted prison into a boutique hotel. Would visit again in the future
Front view NYE
Internal view
The cell
Cocktails
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025