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Hostel YHA Oxford

2A Botley Road, Oxford, OX2 0AB, United Kingdom – Great location - show map

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8.1
Very Good
1,228 reviews

I stayed here in October 2019, and will stay here every time I visit Oxford. It's very close to the train station, 10 minutes' walk from the bus station, and is clean, comfortable, and very convenient. The kitchen facilities are very well equipped and maintained, as are all the public areas. Beds very comfortable with warm quilts and reading light/charging station at every bedside. Awesome breakfast for a reasonable price. Always meet interesting people here.

Safiah United States of America

Stayed here 5 nights and it was generally a very comfortable experience! I loved the library and the downstairs cafe area.

Gala New Zealand

Easy to access, close to everything, great staff, cheap deals and clean rooms. I would definitely go again !

Camille United Kingdom

I enjoyed the use of your kitchen and how convenient it was!

Rebeca Honduras

The accommodation was clean and comfortable. Perfect for my stay.

Louise United Kingdom

The staff were super helpful, kitchen facilities great, everything was very convenient.

Safiah United States of America

Bedside light and charging points. Cleanliness. Easy check-in and out

Snowdrop United Kingdom

Loved the bedding- nice and comfy. Staff was so friendly! And over all clean!

Elizabeth United States of America

Location was very good and it was quiet in my room. The shower was very hot and the price was excellent

Darshika United States of America

Close to train. Bathroom in the room for the 6 of us.

Stacey United States of America
8.1
Very Good
1,228 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “I stayed here in October 2019, and will stay here every time I visit Oxford.”
    Safiah Safiah United States of America United States of America
  • “Stayed here 5 nights and it was generally a very comfortable experience! I loved the library and the downstairs cafe area.”
    Gala Gala New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Easy to access, close to everything, great staff, cheap deals and clean rooms. I would definitely go again !”
    Camille Camille United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “I enjoyed the use of your kitchen and how convenient it was!”
    Rebeca Rebeca Honduras Honduras
  • “The accommodation was clean and comfortable. Perfect for my stay.”
    Louise Louise United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The staff were super helpful, kitchen facilities great, everything was very convenient.”
    Safiah Safiah United States of America United States of America
  • “Bedside light and charging points. Cleanliness. Easy check-in and out”
    Snowdrop Snowdrop United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Loved the bedding- nice and comfy. Staff was so friendly! And over all clean!”
    Elizabeth Elizabeth United States of America United States of America
  • “Location was very good and it was quiet in my room. The shower was very hot and the price was excellent”
    Darshika Darshika United States of America United States of America
  • “Close to train. Bathroom in the room for the 6 of us.”
    Stacey Stacey United States of America United States of America

Categories:

  • Staff8.6
  • Facilities7.8
  • Cleanliness7.9
  • Comfort7.6
  • Value for money8.3
  • Location8.9
  • Free WiFi 6.4
Low score for Oxford

This YHA hostel is in the center of historic Oxford, next to Oxford Train Station. YHA Oxford offers affordable accommodations, a restaurant serving traditional meals and kitchen facilities for guest use.

YHA Oxford has a modern cafe/bar serving light snacks and local ales. Guests can relax in the comfortable lounge, which has deep sofas and a large-screen TV.

There are grounds with a sitting area and Wi-Fi access is available in all public areas of the YHA hostel. Guests have access to laundry and drying facilities. The majority of rooms contain bunk beds.

Oxford University’s Botanic Gardens and Magdalen College are both within a 15 minute walk of the property. Blenheim palace is 8 miles away and buses leave regularly across from the YHA Oxford.

This is our guests' favorite part of Oxford, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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YHA Oxford has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Mar 18, 2011
 Hotel chain/brand: Youth Hostels Association

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Located in the top-rated area in Oxford, this property has an excellent location score of 8.9!

Breakfast Info

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

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
24-hour front desk
Bar
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Guest reviews

8.1
Very Good
 · 1,228 reviews
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  • Staff8.6
  • Facilities7.8
    Kitchen
    WiFi connection
  • Cleanliness7.9
    Bathroom
  • Comfort7.6
    Shower, Quiet room, Room temperature
  • Value for money8.3
    Convenient location
  • Location8.9
    Public transit
  • Free WiFi 6.4
Low score for Oxford

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  • Safiah United States of America

    “I stayed here in October 2019, and will stay here every time I visit Oxford. It's very close to the train station, 10 minutes' walk from the bus station, and is clean, comfortable, and very convenient. The kitchen facilities are very well equipped and maintained, as are all the public areas. Beds very comfortable with warm quilts and reading light/charging station at every bedside. Awesome breakfast for a reasonable price. Always meet interesting people here.”

  • Gala New Zealand

    “Stayed here 5 nights and it was generally a very comfortable experience! I loved the library and the downstairs cafe area.”

  • Camille United Kingdom

    “Easy to access, close to everything, great staff, cheap deals and clean rooms. I would definitely go again !”

  • Rebeca Honduras

    “I enjoyed the use of your kitchen and how convenient it was!”

  • Louise United Kingdom

    “The accommodation was clean and comfortable. Perfect for my stay.”

  • Safiah United States of America

    “The staff were super helpful, kitchen facilities great, everything was very convenient.”

  • Snowdrop United Kingdom

    “Bedside light and charging points. Cleanliness. Easy check-in and out”

  • Elizabeth United States of America

    “Loved the bedding- nice and comfy. Staff was so friendly! And over all clean!”

  • Darshika United States of America

    “Location was very good and it was quiet in my room. The shower was very hot and the price was excellent”

  • Stacey United States of America

    “Close to train. Bathroom in the room for the 6 of us.”

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About YHA Oxford

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  • Do you have a place to park bicycles?

    Good evening, We have a bike shed in our garden. Best regards, Maria Oxford team

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    Answered on December 2, 2019
  • Is it quiet at night?

    Hello dear, yes our hostel is quite, but we want to remind you the Yha is allocated in Oxford city center and, besides, that we use to work with a lot of groups. In any case, our night manager check all of the floor every hour. Best regards, Maria Yha Oxford

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    Answered on November 29, 2019
  • Do I need a lock for the lockers?

    Good morning dear guest, you can bring your padlock or if you want you can buy here for 3£. Best regards Maria team member Yha Oxford

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    Answered on October 20, 2019
  • Do you offer luggage storage?

    Good morning dear guest, yes in our hostel you can find a luggage room. Best regards Maria team member Yha Oxford

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    Answered on October 20, 2019
  • Is there an iron in the room?

    Hello, no there isn't iron in the rooms, but we can borrow you. You need just to came to the reception, pay a deposit of £5 that we'll give you back, and go to the laundry to use it. Best regards, Maria team member Yha Oxford

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    Asked about: Dormitory Room (6 Adults) • Answered on November 29, 2019
  • If I book a quadruple room with 4 beds will my husband and I be alone in this room?

    Dear guest, a quadruple room could be booked for sharing or you can make it private. You can choose it at the time you make the booking. Hope this will help. Best regards, David YHA Team Member

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    Answered on November 12, 2019
  • Do you have planned events or activities?

    Hi, no we don't but feel free to come to reception and we can make suggestions. Best regards Maria team member Yha oxford

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    Answered on October 20, 2019
  • Are sheets and towels included?

    Hi, the sheets are included, towels are 2£. If you prefer you can bring with you your own towels. Best regards Maria team member Yha Oxford

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    Answered on October 20, 2019
  • Is car parking available ?

    Good morning dear guest, unfortunately we don’t have any parking facilities belonging to us, but you do have two options: - If it’s only for the evening/night time, there are some free parking spots available on Cripley Road, a few meters away from our hostel. It’s free from 6.30pm and until 8am in the morning, plus you can have two hours of free parking during the day – in case you arrive a bit earlier or need to leave a bit later. - If you are not lucky enough to find a spot in there on your arrival, you can always use the SeaCourt Park’N’Ride, located a mile away from our hostel. The post code is OX2 0HP, in case you need to Google it. On the way back to us you can either have a 15 minutes walk or take the bus number 400, which will leave you 50 meters from us – the bus service runs until 11.40pm Monday to Saturday and until 7.30pm on Sundays. The cost of the parking is £4 for a day. Hoping this helps, and looking forward to welcoming you in the hostel. Best regards Maria team member Yha Oxford

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    Answered on October 20, 2019
  • We are family we needs private bathroom

    Hi, all of our dormitories are en-suite. We also have toilets and bathrooms (with shower and bath) available on the corridors. Hope this helps. Kind regards, Andy, YHA Oxford

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    Asked about: Dormitory Room (6 Adults) • Answered on December 29, 2019
  • What’s the minimum age to check in here ?

    Hello, As our Booking T&C follows: '4.1 To ensure we provide safe and suitable accommodation for everyone, children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a person who is 18 years or older. Children at the age of 12 and over can stay in public dormitories if accompanied by an adult, who they checked into the Hostel with. Children under the age of 12 are not permitted to stay in public dormitory accommodation and should be booked into a private room. Children who are ages 16 or over may stay in any accommodation. Groups of guests of mixed genders, who wish to stay in the same room, must book private accommodation.' Kind regadrs, YHA Oxford

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    Answered on March 15, 2020
  • If i dont take a last minute deal how much would it cost for 2 people

    Hello, The price is not the same every day. You will check in our web or calling us in reception where we are available 24h. Have a great day. Rafael Lepe.

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    Asked about: Twin Room with Shared Bathroom • Answered on November 29, 2019
  • 1-For the quadruple room, is there a private bathroom and a key inside or we need to use the lockers for our luggage ?

    All our quadruple room are en-suite (private bathroom). You have lockers inside your room that will be only for you during your stay.

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    Answered on February 23, 2020
  • how old do you need to be to book a stay?

    Hello dear, in our hostel there is no limit of age, but if you are under 16 you must be accompanied by a person who is 18 older. If you are between 12 and 16 you can sleep in public dorms but only accompanied by an adult; under 12 the adult with you must book a private room. For any other questions we will happy to help you. Best regards, Maria team member Yha oxford.

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    Answered on December 2, 2019
  • Can I use my own sleeping bag?

    Hi, we've provided all of the linens in the rooms, so please do not use sleeping bag. Maria team member Yha Oxford

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    Answered on October 20, 2019
  • Is there a restriction on the times I can come and go from the hostel ? I work in a nightclub so wouldn't be coming back till 5am

    Dear Guest, reception is 24 hours so you can get in anytime. Best regards David

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    Asked about: Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom • Answered on January 21, 2020
Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Great location - show map
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant The One Bar Oriental Restaurant
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Natural Beauty
  • River River Thames Pathway
    0 miles
Closest Airports
  • London Luton Airport
    39.2 miles
  • Gloucestershire Airport
    39.5 miles
  • London Heathrow Airport
    40 miles
How to get to YHA Oxford from London Luton Airport
    Car
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Amenities of YHA Oxford

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
24-hour front desk
Bar
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Library
  • Game room
Food & Drink
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Baggage storage
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Polish
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House rules YHA Oxford takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 5:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 7 and above are considered adults at this property.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking for more than 16 people, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo JCB YHA Oxford accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

YHA cannot accept bookings for 16 people or more. Any such bookings will be canceled by YHA.
The maximum length of stay is 14 consecutive nights. Following any stay of 14 nights, guests may not stay in any YHA accommodations for at least seven nights.

All guests over 16 are required to show ID to check in. Passports are required for guests from outside the European Union.

The ID must match the name and address on the booking. Where a booking is for more than one person, the named person on the booking will need to provide proof of identify that matches the name and address on the booking. ID will also be requested from all other adult guests. These IDs must match the name they sign in with at check in.

Please note discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or Hosteling International as part of this booking.

Towels are not included in the room rate. Guests can hire them at the property or bring their own.
Please contact YHA directly for more information about accessible facilities.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about YHA Oxford

  • Check-in at YHA Oxford is from 5:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to YHA Oxford by:

    • Car 1h 20min

  • The prices at YHA Oxford may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at YHA Oxford can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

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

  • YHA Oxford is 3,100 feet from the center of Oxford.

  • YHA Oxford offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Game room
    • Library