Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Old Bank Hotel

Situated in the heart of historical Oxford, Old Bank Hotel offers rooms which feature marble bathrooms and modern art. Oxford University is located 0.3 miles from the property. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. The spacious rooms are air conditioned and elegantly decorated. Rooms also offer a TV and ample work space. Many have original period features and views of the city. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or dinner in Quod restaurant with its terrace and bar. Traditional roast dinners are also available. The hotel has meeting rooms and private dining rooms. Room service is also available. Just steps away from Merton, All Souls and Oriel Colleges, Old Bank Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Botanic Garden. Magdalen Bridge and the River Cherwell can also be reached in 5 minutes, and Oxford Train Station is a 15-minute walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Double Room
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews
Review score
Guest review summary
This is an automated summary based on 197 reviews from the past 12 months.
Guests loved the Old Bank Hotel's <b>central location</b> and <b>friendly staff</b>. The restaurant and <b>breakfast</b> received praise for quality. <b>Room comfort</b> had mixed reviews with some finding them small. <b>Parking</b> was tricky due to narrow streets. Overall, the property is beautifully designed and well-maintained.
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Staff
9.3
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.7
High score for Oxford
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Roger
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Parking was great and the people were lovely. Comfortable room and great location
  • Corinna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel was lovely and our room was great. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
  • Chiara
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    beautiful hotel and great restaurant, lovely atmosphere and friendly staff! given the time of year, the hotel was glowing with lights which added a magical touch.
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location,charming staff and the food was outstanding,the best duck breast I have ever eaten!Parking helpful if you pre book which we had
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location. Building aesthetics, decor, design and history. Breakfasts good. Room clean, comfortable and roomy.
  • Lynne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location ..couldn’t be more central. Staff were really warm and welcoming without exception. Couldn’t do enough for guests. Car space included which was well organised with a dedicated space for the duration of our stay. Room very good...
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location very good restaurant lovely size room.
  • Kathleen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A beautiful hotel in the centre of historical Oxford. Fantastic restaurant. Great , friendly staff.
  • Carolyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Gorgeous property, beautifully decorated. Room was very comfortable and warm with lovely view. The bathroom was great - very nice shower.
  • Mutsuyo
    Japan Japan
    Kind reception Parking behind the hotel Room is bright

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Quod Restaurant & Bar
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Old Bank Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling
    Off-site

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access

General

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Wellness

  • Massage
    Additional charge

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Italian
  • Portuguese
  • Vietnamese

House rules
Old Bank Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
4 - 13 years
Extra bed upon request
£65 per child, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that 5 or more rooms booked by 1 person are considered to be a group booking. Group bookings are subject to a different cancellation policy which must be agreed with the hotel directly.

Please be aware of traffic restrictions on the High Street between 7:30 and 18:30, close to the front of the hotel. Please access the hotel car park via Merton Street and Magpie Lane and beware of driving on the High Street between these times. The hotel can be contacted for driving directions.

FAQs about Old Bank Hotel

  • Yes, Old Bank Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at Old Bank Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Suite

  • Check-in at Old Bank Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Guests staying at Old Bank Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free

  • Old Bank Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Walking tours
    • Bicycle rental

  • Old Bank Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Quod Restaurant & Bar

  • The prices at Old Bank Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Old Bank Hotel is 400 yards from the centre of Oxford. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.