The Osney Arms Guest House, Oxford ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

45 Botley Road, Oxford, United Kingdom

The Osney Arms Guest House is a modern guesthouse set in a former pub, featuring an informal, homely charm. This 3-star Oxford hotel offers high standards of cleanliness and comfort, with elegantly appointed rooms and amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi.

Rooms & Amenities

Each room features a TV with a DVD player, tea and coffee making facilities, and a hairdryer. Most rooms have en-suite facilities, and many retain original features such as ornate fireplaces and leaded windows. The Osney Arms Guest House offers bright and understated accommodations for guests.

Dining & Nearby Options

Breakfast is served in a bright dining room under arched, leaded windows, with a complimentary 'Grab and Go' breakfast option available. Nearby, guests can find various dining choices including The Punter, Currydor, and Dosa Park, all within a short walk.

Location & Transportation

The Osney Arms Guest House is ideally situated, just a 10-minute walk from the city center, and a 20-minute walk from iconic sites such as Christ Church and the Ashmolean Museum. Additionally, public transport links are accessible, with bus stops just three minutes away and the train station within nine minutes.

Activities & Leisure

Whether exploring the historical sites nearby or enjoying the local shopping at Bicester Village and Covered Market, The Osney Arms serves as a base for various activities. The surrounding area offers opportunities for walking and sightseeing, making it convenient for both leisure and exploration.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Single Room

Max:

1 person

6 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower

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Twin Room

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2 persons

8 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Heating

Bathtub

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Standard Double Room

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2 persons

7 m²

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1 Double bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Oxford 1.4 km

Airports

Gloucestershire (GLO) 71.6 km

London Heathrow (LHR) 82.5 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

“The room was clean and surprisingly spacious for the price. It had everything I needed for a restful night.” view full review

Sleep Like a Dream

“The quality of the bedding was really good. I had one of the best sleeps I've had in a hotel.” view full review

Satisfying Breakfast

“Although I missed it, the breakfast spread looked good. I’ll definitely make it a point to enjoy it next time!” view full review

Affordable Parking

“Finding parking was easy! The car park was conveniently located and the overnight rate was very reasonable.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free parking
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Canoeing
Cycling
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
CD player

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

45 Botley Road, Oxford, United Kingdom

Map view

45 Botley Road, Oxford, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Museum

Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology

1.3 km

Museum

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

1.9 km

Castle

Oxford Castle

1.0 km

Market

The Covered Market Oxford

1.5 km

Museum

Pitt Rivers Museum

2.1 km

Church

Christ Church

1.6 km

Tower

Carfax Tower

1.4 km

University

Bridge of Sighs

1.7 km

Botanical Garden

Oxford Botanic Garden

2.0 km

Bodleian Library Broad Street

Bodleian Library

1.8 km

University

University of Oxford

1.6 km

Museum

Museum of the History of Science

1.7 km

High St

University Church of St Mary the Virgin

1.8 km

Museum

Museum of Oxford

1.5 km

Broad Street

Sheldonian Theatre

1.7 km

University

Balliol College

1.4 km

Oxford OX1 4AU

Magdalen College Deer Park

2.1 km

Oxford OX1 4JF

Christ Church Meadow

2.0 km

University

Trinity College

1.6 km

Museum

The Story Museum

1.5 km

105 Gloucester Green

Gloucester Green Market

1.2 km

Church

Exeter College

1.5 km

University

St Peter's College

1.2 km

University

University colleges

1.9 km

Library

Radcliffe Camera

1.8 km

13 Magdalen Street

Martyrs' Memorial

1.6 km

Gallery

Modern Art Oxford

1.4 km

Town Hall St. Aldates

Oxford Town Hall

1.5 km

Shopping Area

Westgate Shopping Centre

1.4 km

University

Worcester College

1.1 km

Nearby

Castle

Oxford Castle

960 m

University

St Peter's College

1.1 km

University

Worcester College

810 m

Shopping Area

Westgate Shopping Centre

1.1 km

University

Nuffield College

1.0 km

Restaurants

Tumbling Bay Cafe

20 m

Botley Road West Oxford Community Centre

Fish4Lunch

710 m

Ferry Mills Osney Mead Unit 7

Pausa Coffee Dunelm Mill

830 m

Botley Rd Meadowside Retail Park

Dosa Park

620 m

25 Park End Street

Yellow Submarine

810 m

12 Park End Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

74%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Convenient Location

Friendly Staff

Limited Storage

Some Dining Limitations

7.4/10

Very good

Rooms

7.0

Location

8.5

Service

8.2

Dining

6.3

Louis

United States, April 2024

7.2/10

My stay at the hotel was quite comfortable overall. The rooms were a mixed bag with some issues, but the service and location were great. The dining experience was satisfactory but could use some improvement.

Rooms

6.0

The room was incredibly hot due to the bathroom towel rail constantly emitting heat with no way to control it. However, the room itself was a comfortable size, well-appointed, and exceptionally clean, with cozy twin beds.

Service

8.0

The staff were really pleasant and accommodating. They even provided dairy-free options for breakfast as I had requested, which was a nice touch.

Location

9.0

The location was fantastic, just a short walk from the city center, train station, and other key spots. Despite being by a main road, it was easy to get in and out of the city.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were fair but could be improved. The breakfast mainly consisted of cheeses, yoghurt, cereals, and pastries from Aldi, which were decent but limited.

Facilities

7.0

Roy

United States, October 2023

7.6/10

The hotel offered just what we needed, with bright rooms but lacking storage space. It was a bit on the small side overall. The service was excellent, especially accommodating to my elderly parents, and the location was convenient for exploring Oxford's attractions. The dining experience was good with a continental breakfast, although seating and options were limited.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were just what we were looking for, clean and bright, albeit a bit small for our liking with minimal storage space.

Service

9.0

The staff were incredibly accommodating to my parents and very friendly and helpful throughout our stay.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a nice part of Oxford, close to the main station and within walking distance to the city center and attractions. It made for a happy weekend getaway.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good, with a continental breakfast but some limitations in terms of seating and variety.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were satisfactory for our needs during our stay.

Convenient Location

Limited Storage

Jeremy

United Kingdom, August 2023

7.6/10

I had a pleasant stay at the guest house, with a cozy room and a delicious homemade breakfast. The front of the house did experience some traffic noise, and being close to a busy road made it a bit noisy at times, but overall, the accurate description and affordable price made it worth it.

Rooms

7.0

My room was certainly small, as described, but it was cozy and had everything I needed. The traffic noise from the busy road was noticeable, but it didn't bother me too much.

Service

8.0

The staff was accommodating, allowing us to check-in early and store our bags after check-out. However, locating plates in the kitchen was a bit of a hunt.

Location

8.0

The location was convenient for exploring Oxford, being walking distance to the station and the city center. The only downside was the early noise from the busy main road.

Dining

8.0

The breakfast was perfect for me, and the option for takeaway coffee was a nice touch. However, the lack of dining space with tables and chairs was a minor inconvenience.

Facilities

7.0

The guest house provided all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay.

Isaac

United States, August 2023

7.6/10

The hotel is perfectly situated near Oxford Station and central Oxford, making it convenient for exploring the city. The room I stayed in was small and on the second floor without a lift, so carrying luggage can be a bit of a challenge. The service was great overall, with friendly and helpful staff. The breakfast was basic, consisting mainly of corn flakes, milk, and orange juice. The location is ideal for walking into town and enjoying a stroll along the Thames.

Rooms

7.0

My room was cozy yet small, and located on the second floor. It was clean and had a picturesque view of the river path.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, with enthusiastic and kind staff available via SMS, WhatsApp, mail, and phone.

Location

9.0

The location is perfect for exploring Oxford, being within walking distance of the city center, the Thames, and Oxford Station.

Dining

6.0

The breakfast was quite basic with limited options, mainly consisting of corn flakes, milk, and juice. But everything was fresh and delicious.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, though not exceptional. It would be great to see more variety in the breakfast offerings for a better dining experience.

Great location

Small room

Fraser

United Kingdom, June 2023

8.4/10

The B&B is a cozy place with nice, clean rooms and very comfortable beds. The staff is friendly and accommodating, making the stay enjoyable. However, the dining options could be better. The location is convenient for exploring the City Centre and ideal for those using the train station.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were very nice, clean, and had very comfortable beds.

Service

8.0

The staff, despite the change in hour, were really welcoming, laid back, and extremely accommodating. Sean, in particular, was very good.

Location

9.0

The location was spot on, very close to the City Centre and with a nice pub by the river nearby for meals.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience included a delicious fresh fruit salad, but more variety could enhance the experience.

Facilities

9.0

Jean

United Kingdom, June 2023

6.0/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were a bit cramped in the attic with challenging angled walls, but having an ensuite was convenient. The noise from the busy road was a downside, and the lack of sitting room besides for breakfast was noticeable.

Rooms

6.0

The attic rooms with angled walls were not the most comfortable, but having an ensuite was a plus.

Service

7.0

The staff were pleasant and accommodating, which made my short stay in Oxford more enjoyable.

Location

8.0

The location was convenient, being a short walk to town and close to the station and city center. The area around the hotel was interesting with a nice pub nearby by the river.

Dining

5.0

Facilities

5.0

The hotel lacked a proper sitting area besides for breakfast, and the noise from the street was noticeable in some rooms.

Convenient Location

Cramped Attic Rooms