The Head of the RivervsGreen Gables
Both properties are praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Head of the River scores slightly better than Green Gables. The Head of the River comes in at 77 with positive reviews from 2 reviewers such as 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"
Green Gables
326 Abingdon Road, Oxford OX1 4TE
From $120/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Free Parking
- Breakfast included
- Baggage storage
Frommer's
"Today's hosts, among the best in Oxford, continue to make improvements to this property." Full review