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The Head of the RivervsNewton House

Both The Head of the River and Newton House are rated highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Head of the River ranks significantly higher than Newton House. The Head of the River ranks #10 in Oxford with accolades from 2 sources such as Lonely Planet, The Telegraph.

The Head of the River
7/10
Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford OX1 4LB
From $145/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Restaurant
  • Smoking Rooms
  • Free Parking
  • Flatscreen TV
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The Telegraph 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 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 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"
Newton House
7/10
82-84 Abingdon Road, Oxford OX1 4PL
From $86/night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Free Parking
  • Multilingual
  • Breakfast included
  • Baggage storage
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Fodor's 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 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."

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