Newton HousevsMercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel
Both properties are recommended by travel writers. Overall, Mercure Eastgate Oxford scores slightly higher than Newton House. Mercure Eastgate Oxford comes in at 76 with recommendations from 2 sources like The Telegraph, Frommer's.
Newton House
82-84 Abingdon Road, Oxford OX1 4PL
From $86/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Free Parking
- Multilingual
- Breakfast included
- Baggage storage
Fodor's
"This handsome Victorian mansion, a five-minute walk from all of Oxford's action, is a sprawling, friendly place on three floors. Decent-size rooms are decorated in contemporary style." Full review
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This is one of the best deals in the city center, so book early.
Rough Guide
"Appealing, family-run guesthouse with thirteen smart rooms in two goodlooking Victorian townhouses about 10min walk south of the centre – well placed for evening strolls along the Thames."
Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel
73 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BE
From $72/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Multilingual
- Meeting Rooms
Frommer's
"The Eastgate, built on the site of a 1600s structure, stands within walking distance of Oxford College and the city center." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Perfectly located for exploring Oxford’s university colleges, this 17th-century coaching inn lies on the corner of High Street and Merton Street, near the Botanic Garden." Full review
Independent
"A building that’s played host to the likes of Lewis Carroll and JRR Tolkein...the cosy rooms have feature walls sporting blown-up photos of famous Oxford sights."
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If you can, pick a room overlooking the ancient Exam Schools.