The Head of the River

Riverwalk inn with a restaurant and a bar

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Dates

October 2025

25

November 2025

Comfy Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Head of the River offers a peaceful retreat in Oxford City Centre. Enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant, relax in the garden, or unwind at the bar. Free WiFi in each room. Staff can guide visitors to Christ Church College and University of Oxford.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Bar
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

￥31,182 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Tomorrow

Oct 26 - Oct 27

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Comfy Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Sofa bed - double

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Coffee/tea maker

Espresso maker

14 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Indulgence Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Coffee/tea maker

Espresso maker

Free bottled water

Electric kettle

16 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Cosy Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Coffee/tea maker

Espresso maker

Free bottled water

12 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Family Room

Excellent

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Coffee/tea maker

Espresso maker

Free bottled water

Electric kettle

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

OX1 4LB, England, Oxford, Folly Bridge, St. Aldates

What's nearby

University of Oxford - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Christ Church College - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Oxford Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
New Theatre Oxford - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Bodleian Library - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

Oxford Station - 17 min walk
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

‪Curzon Oxford - ‬8 min walk
‪Maya’s - ‬8 min walk
‪The Place To Eat - ‬8 min walk
‪JOE & THE JUICE - ‬8 min walk
‪George & Danver - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Head of the River

Upscale inn near University of Oxford

Consider a stay at The Head of the River and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a bar. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, The Head of the River, offers lunch and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Other perks at this inn include:

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) and smoke-free premises
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location

Room features

All guestrooms at The Head of the River include amenities such as free WiFi, espresso makers, and free bottled water.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
Electric kettles, heating, and housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property

This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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￥38,124 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

No onsite parking available

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 to 15 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant

Restaurants on site

The Head of the River

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

Garden
On a river
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Front entrance ramp
Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
Lever door handles
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Visual fire alarm
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (42 inches high)
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

3 floors
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Free bottled water

More

Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:30 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 10.00 to 15.00 per person
Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Head River

Head River Inn

Head River Inn Oxford

Head River Oxford

Head Of The River Hotel Oxford

The Head of the River Inn

The Head of the River Oxford

The Head of the River Inn Oxford

Frequently asked questions

Is The Head of the River pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Head of the River?

As of Oct 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Head of the River on Nov 17, 2025 start from ￥25,985, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Head of the River?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Head of the River?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Head of the River?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Head of the River located?

Located in Oxford City Centre, this inn is within a 5-minute walk of Thames River and University of Oxford. Thames Path and Christ Church Meadows are just steps away. Oxford Station is 17 minutes by foot.

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The Head of the River Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Oct 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The Head of the River is the perfect spot for a trip to Oxford. Nestled next to the river, it’s a picture perfect taste of the old world wirh really lovely modern bathrooms

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Sep 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great room, lovely breakfast, fantastic location next to the river.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Sep 4, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent location and staff. Highly recommended

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Aug 28, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Good location

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jul 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing rooms, great location, exceptional service.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaryJane

Jul 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

This is the best boutique hotel in which i have ever stayed. The breakfast was excellent and the rooms well appointed. Lovely to be adjacent to the Thames. Unbeatable!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jul 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wow!

Very quaint boutique hotel with excellent pub and gorgeous flower boxes!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lida

Feb 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very good food and the accommodation is great

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

May 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Bed and breakfast feel! Beautiful property.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Katy

Jun 3, 2025

Great stay

Lovely riverside pub with well decorated rooms. Bed was comfy and nice pillows. Good selection of complimentary tea and coffee and nice to have biscuits! A bit noisy if you have a bar side room but other than that a great stay.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

May 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I cannot wait to return!

Our experience at The Head of the River was just perfect. The property was unique, ideally located, and oozing with great energy. The pub/restaurant was excellent and the staff was the absolute best. The rooms were lovely and comfortable. Cannot recommend highly enough!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Nov 1, 2024

Great accommodation with lovey staff and great pub !

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samrah

Jun 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Wonderful, laid back, clean, on-the-water pub with very charming rooms & great breakfast that was included in the room rate. Great dining menu, outdoor terrace always busy. Overall a very friendly & accommodating staff. Walkable to City Centre, Christ Church, Ashmolean, Botanical Gardens, groceries, train station, you name it! Loved it! Special thanks to Emms & the gentleman managing the guests on the outdoor terrace.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LYNN

Dec 7, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Had a great stay at Head of the River this weekend. Hotel and staff were great.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

sienna

Dec 16, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

loved the stay

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Mar 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A wonderful last minute stay!

The staff were friendly and welcoming, the pub setting by the river is great and our room was perfectly appointed with comfy bed and pillows and premium teas & coffees. Breakfast was included and the offering was just what we like. We’ll definitely be back, a faultless stay.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecka

Mar 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location and cozy

We loved our stay! It was close to the major sights as well as the bus station and right by the river. Such cozy hotel and comfortable beds. We had a family room which was a good size and we enjoyed the complementary tea and coffee in the room. Nice pub and outdoor space.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025