voco Oxford Thames, an IHG HotelvsMalmaison Oxford Castle
Both properties are praised by expert writers. Overall, Malmaison Oxford Castle ranks significantly higher than De Vere Oxford Thames. Malmaison Oxford Castle scores 92 with praise from 11 reviewers like Star Service, Rough Guide and Lonely Planet.
voco Oxford Thames, an IHG Hotel
Henley Road, Sandford on Thames, Sandford-on-Thames OX4 4GX
From $98/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Menu: £20 - Carte: £26-£38"
The Telegraph
8.0
"An impressive complex around a medieval manor and barn, with links to the Knights Templar, set in parkland by the Thames." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Once belonging to the Knights Templar, this historic manor is now a superb hotel set among manicured lawns along the River Thames." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Located in the heart of Oxfordshire, three miles from Oxford, this hotel is a country retreat surrounded by peaceful parkland and a quiet stretch of river." Full review
Independent
"Despite the history, rooms are modern...you can expect initiatives, such as duvets and pillows filled with 100 per cent recycled materials and bulk-sized amenities."
Malmaison Oxford Castle Show All Reviews
3 Oxford Castle, Oxford OX1 1AY
From $146/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge
"When to go: Spring through fall.
Which room to book: Nos. 101 through 139 for the luxe jailbird experience, or one of the split-level suites in the governor's old house (doubles,..."
Frommer's
"In spite of its former origins, this is a stylish and comfortable place to stay." Full review
Insight Guides
"Occupying the former prison – with each room consisting of three cells knocked into one – this stylish boutique hotel offers the ultimate escape."
Star Service
"For travelers looking for something quirky, this place can be quite captivating in more ways than one. " Full review
Rough Guide
"Unusual lodgings in an old Victorian prison in the old Oxford Castle complex, now given a stylish makeover, with very chic modern rooms."
Lonely Planet
"This former Victorian prison next to Oxford Castle has been converted into a sleek hotel, with plush interiors, sultry lighting and giant beds." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"This 95-room, upscale boutique hotel is housed in a beautifully refurbished former Victorian prison that retains a large portion of its original fixtures." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"The British hotel chain Malmaison contrived the United Kingdom’s first prison-into-hotel conversion as part of an urban renewal project at Oxford Castle." Full review
Afar Magazine
"You don’t need to break the law to experience a night in a cell." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Near Oxford’s city centre, the thick walls of this former prison offer guests the chance to sleep in a converted cell complete with barred windows and iron doors." Full review