Vanbrugh House Hotel

Property class: 4
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

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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, Christ Church College
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪20 min drive‬
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Room options

Standard Double Room, Accessible (Disabled access)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

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

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premier Suite

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

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Accessible Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double 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 River Thames. This 22-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, concierge services, and a terrace.

What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • New Theatre Oxford - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ashmolean Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Oxford Castle - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Christ Church College - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Art Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cosy Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Itsu - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Meeples - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Vanbrugh House Hotel

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. Coffee makers, safes, and desks 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

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

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 Sep 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vanbrugh House Hotel on Oct 18, 2026 start from $167, 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 close to Vanbrugh House Hotel?

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

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.

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.

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).

Vanbrugh House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 577 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1004 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and value.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent and staff were super helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Staff was very helpful with local advice on tours/things to do/restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and service. Great staff and very clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

IAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good central location and within walking distance from railway station,. Rooms lovely and a very welcoming boutique style hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, beyond my expectation, and a perfect location in central Oxford. The staff was helpful and friendly too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb room, great location, nice furnishings and linens.couldn’t ask for better
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and room. Very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean rooms, excellent breakfast and super friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good area with lots of cafes for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is an older building that has been renovated and updated without losing its original charm. The staff are friendly and helpful and the room was clean and comfortable though like most Oxford buildings it is not air conditioned. The breakfast is very nice and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so sweet! Everything was close by
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kaj Rikard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in quiet area and very central in Oxford. Nice room and the suite Vicars.... have an excellent bathroom and a nice garden.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good base for centre oxford. Got a great room and breakfast was good. The room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darcie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was amazing. Walking distance to everything we wanted to see and do. The staff were very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for a visit to Oxford.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Laurie

Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Herman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very cosy, great location and friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Hotel is centrally and conveniently located but it is on a quiet street. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. The only down side … south facing room was baking hot!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful room and very conveniently located
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is in a very convenient location. The mattress and pillows were comfortable. It was pretty and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in quiet street but in centre of town
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfy room, great location, helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideally placed to explore all Oxford has to offer. Room and facilities were all we could have asked for and the staff were very willing to assist when required. A very good choice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026