The Head of the RivervsThe Oxford Townhouse
The Head of the River and The Oxford Townhouse are both rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, The Head of the River scores slightly better than The Oxford Townhouse. The Head of the River scores 77 with positive reviews from 2 reviews including Lonely Planet, The Telegraph.
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"
The Oxford Townhouse
88 / 90 Abingdon Road, Oxford OX1 4PX
From $120/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
The Telegraph
8.0
"This delightful guesthouse offers a practical and serene space from which to enjoy Oxford." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Just two months old at research time, this gorgeously restyled duo of Victorian town houses combines subtly chic rooms, good breakfasts and a warm welcome, half a mile south of the centre." Full review