Old Bank Hotelvsvoco Oxford Spires, an IHG Hotel

Both hotels are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, Old Bank Hotel scores significantly higher than Oxford Spires Hotel. Old Bank Hotel comes in at #3 in Oxford with approval from 10 sources such as DK Eyewitness, Condé Nast Traveler and Hideaway Report.

Old Bank Hotel

Tripexpert score:

8/10

Location:92 - 94 High Street, Oxford OX14BJ

Price:

From $265/night

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge
Free Internet
Room Service
Laundry Service
Concierge
Laundy Room

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Expert reviews:

Fodor's

"This stately converted bank building offers contemporary style in a city that favors the traditional." Full review

Frommer's

"The first hotel created in the center of Oxford in 135 years, the Old Bank opened late in 1999 and immediately surpassed the traditional favorite, the Randolph." Full review

DK Eyewitness

"Money still flows here as it is often fully booked – tribute to the sharp Armani styling of the rooms and the tempting new British cuisine."

Star Service

"These days, you can bank on two things: the view from the rooftop platform is still the best in town, and the dining in Quod restaurant will be memorable. " Full review

Rough Guide

"Great location for a slick hotel in a glistening conversion of an old bank."

Condé Nast Traveler

"One can gaze out at the spires and listen to church bells, but the atmosphere is contemporary with an emphasis on food and drink and sleeping rooms with art from ownership's private collection." Full review

The Telegraph

9.0

"A smart, 42-room hotel in historic, old buildings with a buzzing, brasserie-style restaurant and a city-centre location that’s hard to beat, next to some of Oxford's oldest colleges." Full review

Oyster

Luxury

"The Old Bank Hotel is a handsome, luxury boutique property located right on High Street in the heart of historic Oxford." Full review

Hideaway Report

92.0

"Stylish hotel in a 400-year-old building, decorated with a fine collection of modern art." Full review

Mr & Mrs Smith

"The owner’s impressive modern-art collection adorns every hanging surface...many of the rooms look out over the city’s storied spires and there’s an adjoining Mediterranean restaurant" Full review

The charming lady on the phone, when I called the hotel ahead to make some enquiries, had already warned me not to take the car on the historic high street to avoid getting fined, and gave me alternative Sat-Nav coordinates, which took me directly to the secure backstreet-courtyard parking.

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