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Head of the River

Rated 8.1 in 1896 reviews. 19 rooms.

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Just a few minutes’ walk from Oxford city centre, the Head of the River is situated on the banks of the scenic River Thames. This traditional inn features a riverside terrace and a stylish restaurant.

The elegant bedrooms are individually decorated, and some have river views. All rooms feature a TV and a private modern bathroom with free toiletries. Guests will find bathrobes and slippers in some rooms.

Guests can enjoy a hearty cooked breakfast each morning in the pub restaurant. The evening menu includes local produce and seasonal ingredients, and the bar offers a range of real ales.

The Head of the River is just a 10-minute walk from the famous Oxford University Colleges. Oxford’s quaint shops and lively theatres are within a 10-minute walk.

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  1. The Head of the River

    Free wi-fi which is great. And the food is awesome. Try the salmon and haddock fish cakes.

    26 m from hotel
    St. Aldate's

  2. The Folly

    The cream tea here is AWESOME!!!!

    68 m from hotel
    1 Folly Br

  3. Alice's Shop

    Quite expensive things.

    238 m from hotel
    83 St Aldates'

  4. Christ Church Meadow

    254 m from hotel
    St. Aldates

  5. Cafe Loco

    267 m from hotel
    85/87 St Aldates

  6. The Alchemist

    415 m from hotel
    New Rd

  7. George & Danver

    Two words: Mad Cow!

    415 m from hotel
    94 St Aldates

  8. The Royal Blenheim

    491 m from hotel
    13 St. Ebbes Street

  9. Westgate Oxford

    0.5 km from hotel
    New Rd

  10. The Bear Inn

    Oldest tavern in Oxford. Great ambience, small space.

    0.5 km from hotel
    6 Alfred St

  11. Paul

    Delicious sandwich with jamon, not bad espresso :)

    0.6 km from hotel
    138 High St

  12. Ben's Cookies

    0.6 km from hotel
    108-109 Covered Market