Being a characterful Grade-II listed building, no two bedrooms are the same in our Oxford hotel. Each room is stylishly decorated, with calming colours, modern furnishings and has its own story to tell. Vanbrugh House was built by the Peisley family, leading stonemasons of the time, and served as their home for three generations.
There is so much more to the city of Oxford than 'dreaming spires' and punting. Whilst exploring the historic colleges gives a fascinating insight into the city's academic pedigree, visitors who do not look beyond the university are missing a wealth of fascinating gems. Exploring Oxford unveils a plethora of delights.
There is so much more to the city of Oxford than 'dreaming spires' and punting. Whilst exploring the historic colleges gives a fascinating insight into the city's academic pedigree, visitors who do not look beyond the university are missing a wealth of fascinating gems. Exploring Oxford unveils a plethora of delights.
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Created by Oxford's leading stonemasons, Vanbrugh House Hotel has a special place in the city's history. It's no surprise if the grand baroque exterior of our Oxford hotel looks familiar. 18th-century architect, Sir John Vanbrugh styled Vanbrugh House, as well as the spectacular Blenheim Palace.
The Peisleys, leading stonemasons in Oxford at the time, were associated with many of the city's most beautiful buildings such as the Chapel at Trinity College.They are best remembered for their work at Blenheim Palace in the early 18th century, as Bartholomew Peisley created the Palace's magnificent bridge.
The Peisleys, leading stonemasons in Oxford at the time, were associated with many of the city's most beautiful buildings such as the Chapel at Trinity College.They are best remembered for their work at Blenheim Palace in the early 18th century, as Bartholomew Peisley created the Palace's magnificent bridge.
Being a Grade II listed building of historical significance, renovations cannot always be carried out in order to preserve the original structure. Expect unique quirks, such as creaky floorboards, narrow corridors and original features which all add to the charm and homely feel of our quintessentially English hotel.
Located on the second floor, the Standard Single offers the perfect luxury space for the solo traveller. Located on the second floor, the Standard Single offers the perfect space for the solo traveller. This room is named 'One Spire' as it has a magnificent view of the gothic tower at the Wesley Memorial Methodist Church, located in the heart of Oxford.
Our Oxford hotel's small and standard double rooms are ideal for couples and friends looking to stay in the 'City of Dreaming Spires'. Designed to offer the ultimate luxury experience, these boutique rooms serve as the perfect 'home away from home'. Each with its own unique style and design which reflects Oxford's charm and history, our small and standard double rooms offer a guest experience like no other.
Located on the ground floor, The Safe Room has been designed for those with limited mobility, complete with a fully accessible bathroom. Known as 'The Safe Room' this luxury and accessible bedroom is ideally located on the ground floor. Designed to accommodate those with limited mobility this spacious room in our Oxford hotel comes complete with an accessible bathroom.
Reviews (7)
Sara Fakhro
Dec 24, 2021
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Angela O'Boyle
Nov 22, 2021
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Great location and pretty clean with good showers. Downsides are that the great, city centre location and historic building (read:single glazing) means it’s exceptionally noisy. Rooms have very limited noise insulation either from other rooms/hotel areas or outside. We stayed over the weekend and the neighbouring pub’s ‘disco night’ closed at midnight Friday and Saturday so at least it’s not an all night affair but still wasn’t ideal for our purposes. Beds extremely hard and in some cases quite creaky. Rooms in some cases in need of a little TLC eg repair broken towel rail, fix discoloured
Michael Pritchard
Oct 29, 2021
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Ariel Shalev
Oct 29, 2021
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Probably the best location for a hotel in Oxford!
However! The hotel is somewhat run down. Little things like tightening the screws on the vanity mirror and a flat floor would make a world of difference.
The website claims every room has Dyson fans, but I was in 3 separate rooms over 12 days and only 1 room has such a fun. The others has fans but with no heating function.
Lastly, as an experienced guest there, be sure to book a back room and not one with windows facing St. Michael's Street as it can be quite loud if there are events being held at the college across the street, and the garbage
However! The hotel is somewhat run down. Little things like tightening the screws on the vanity mirror and a flat floor would make a world of difference.
The website claims every room has Dyson fans, but I was in 3 separate rooms over 12 days and only 1 room has such a fun. The others has fans but with no heating function.
Lastly, as an experienced guest there, be sure to book a back room and not one with windows facing St. Michael's Street as it can be quite loud if there are events being held at the college across the street, and the garbage
Phil Marley
Aug 20, 2021
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Very disappointed. The good stuff first: the staff were great and very helpful and the location is excellent. Onto the bad...
Our room had a faulty shower that sprayed water over the top of the shower screen, soaking clothes, towels and anything else in the bathroom. Not a huge deal: we told the desk staff, who were great and immediately moved us to a different room. But both the original room and the new room (both standard double rooms) were really small: they compared badly to a modern Travelodge, Premier Inn or other budget hotel. Sure, it's an old building and allowances should be made for
Our room had a faulty shower that sprayed water over the top of the shower screen, soaking clothes, towels and anything else in the bathroom. Not a huge deal: we told the desk staff, who were great and immediately moved us to a different room. But both the original room and the new room (both standard double rooms) were really small: they compared badly to a modern Travelodge, Premier Inn or other budget hotel. Sure, it's an old building and allowances should be made for
Kirstie Hanney
Jul 23, 2021
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Rebecca Bektas
Jun 02, 2021
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We had a fabulous couple of nights at the Vanbrugh. The staff made our visit special and a particular thank you to John for all his help. The location is fantastic; right in the centre of the city and surrounded by fabulous places to eat (The Plough at 38 is brilliant). John recommended doing a park and ride but we bit the bullet and parked in Worcester St as it was so easy to walk to! If you are looking at this hotel remember it is a boutique hotel, so each room in unique. We stayed in the Exec Double for one night and upgraded to a suite the second night and both were lovely; however I would
