The Head of the RivervsBurlington House Hotel
The Head of the River and Burlington House Hotel are both rated very highly by writers. On balance, The Head of the River ranks slightly better than Burlington House Hotel. The Head of the River is ranked #10 in Oxford with accolades from 2 reviewers including The Telegraph, Lonely Planet.
The Head of the River
Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford OX1 4LB
From $145/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Restaurant
- Smoking Rooms
- Free Parking
- Flatscreen TV
The Telegraph
8.0
"This stunning and popular riverside pub, with fabulous bedrooms, huge terrace and all day dining, offers a rollicking Oxford experience in the heart of the city." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"A genuine jewel among Oxford hotels, this large and characterful place, at Folly Bridge immediately south of Christ Church, was originally a Thames-side warehouse." Full review
Independent
"On the riverbank just below Christ Church, perhaps the university’s grandest college, the Head of the River pub has long been one of the best places to while away an afternoon"
Burlington House Hotel
374 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 7PP
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Free Parking
- Breakfast included
- Baggage storage
- Flatscreen TV
Fodor's
"This Victorian guesthouse in Summertown, on the outskirts of Oxford, shows flair in its decoration, creativity in its breakfasts, and attentive, helpful service. Guest rooms are beautifully furnished." Full review
Insight Guides
"A stylishly decorated and furnished hotel in a lovely Victorian property within easy walking distance of the Summertown shopping parade in North Oxford."
Lonely Planet
"Twelve big, bright, elegant rooms... are available at this Victorian merchant house. The fittings are luxurious, the service attentive, the bathrooms immaculate and... public transport links to town." Full review
Independent
"More boutique hotel than B&B, it manages to be homey without being twee, and smart but not smart-by-numbers. The 12 comfy, triple-glazed rooms have jaunty feature wallpaper and clashing chairs"