Being known as “the city of dreaming spires”, Oxford is home to the prestigious and the oldest University in the Southeast region of England. You can expect notable examples of every English architectural period since the late Saxon period. Take a slow walk or cruise along the River Thames to admire Oxford’s beauty, mingle around and experience its cultural diversity at this cultural meeting point.
Oxford’s accommodations can be competitive and convenient for budget travelers, we’ve listed 5 hotels and 5 other budget accommodations that might be perfect for your trip!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 04, 2024.
1. Westgate Hotel (from USD 80)
This family-run hotel is a 2-star Visit Britain rated accommodation located in Oxford, Oxfordshire. The Westgate Hotel has two buildings, offering en-suite accommodation with hotel facilities and a house with basic rooms. The city centre, railway station and the River Thames are just within walking distance from the hotel.
Westgate Hotel
Address: 1 Botley Road
1.28 km (0.8 mi) from Oxford University Museum of Natural History
2. The Ridings Guest House (from USD 61)
This newly built guest house is located in Headlington, with easy access to Oxford’s city centre and attractions. You can walk or take a short bus ride to the nearby Oxford Brookes University, Oxford University and its 38 colleges, Natural History Museum and Pitt Rivers Museum.
The Ridings Guest House
Address: 280 Abingdon Road
2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Oxford University Museum of Natural History
3. The Bat & Ball Inn (from USD 88)
Located in proximity to the business district and the tourist’s spots of Cotswolds, the Bat & Ball Inn offers the best of both world - business and travel. It offers seven en-suite rooms, each with a distinct and individual ambiance, most business travelers welcome the location for its convenience.
The Bat & Ball Cuddesdon
Address: Cuddesdon, Denton
9.3 km (5.8 mi) from Oxford University Museum of Natural History
4. Cherwell Guest House (from USD 65)
Cherwell Guest House is located within a short walk from the Magdelan bridge. Guests can explore the nearby botanical garden and the high street where colleges of Oxford University are found. In the neighborhood are the Radcliffe Camera, Sheldonian Theatre, Bodleian Library, Queen Street, Corn Market Street, O2 Music Academy, Comedy Club, the West-gate centre and the Cowley Road where international cuisines are offered.
Cherwell Guest House
Address: Iffley Road 137
1.83 km (1.2 mi) from Oxford University Museum of Natural History
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5. Travel Oxford Apartment (from USD 147)
Located at the heart of Oxford, Travel Oxford Apartments offers one and two bedroom apartments, each with a private entrance. Each room has an open plan kitchen/dining/living area fully equipped with modern appliances and facilities. Headington hospitals, Oxford Brookes University, Oxford’s Business and Science parks are just nearby. There is a direct coach service to London, and frequent bus service to Oxford city centre. Waitrose, a local megamart, is just a short distance away from the townhouse.
Travel Oxford Apartment
Address: 17 Horwood Close, Headington
2.72 km (1.7 mi) from Oxford University Museum of Natural History
And 5 other budget accommodations...
6. Central Backpackers (from USD 49)
Being rated as the best hostel in Oxford for over 10 years, Central Backpackers offers budget travelers a range of facilities: free unlimited WiFi throughout the building, free tea and coffee and free luggage storage, TV lounge, dining lounge, fully fitted kitchen and an outdoor rooftop terrace with BBQ. Staffs are well-versed with Oxford’s history and development, so they can advise guests with the best places to visit. Near the accommodation is the nightlife district, train station, bus station and the Oxford Castle.
Central Backpackers
Address: 13 Park End Street
964 meters (0.6 ft) from Oxford University Museum of Natural History
7. Oxford Backpackers (from USD 18)
This 13-room hostel offers budget accommodation for visitors coming for business or leisure. There are various choices for shopping during the day and hanging out at night. The nearby Oxford Railway Station allows easy reach to Oxford city centre and its surrounding area.
Oxford Backpackers
Address: 9a Hythe Bridge St
944 meters (0.6 ft) from Oxford University Museum of Natural History
8. Quiet, comfortable & central location (from 52 USD)
Mila is sharing one of her bedrooms with a shared bathroom, a large wardrobe, a table and a chair. Fresh bed linen, towels, coffee or tea are provided for guests. It is located at a quiet neighborhood near to the Oxford canal, the Oxford train station, the Saïd Business School, the town centre is only a 10 minute walk away.
Quiet, comfortable & central location
Price: from 52 USD
Number of Guests: 2
9. Smart, spacious single bedroom (from USD 51)
Billy’s little house is open for guests. The two bedrooms for rent are furnished with a comfortable bed, a hanging Danish wardrobe and a full size mirror. Guests can enjoy a 200Mbps fibre optic broadband and help themselves to the simple prepared breakfast or cook as they like it. The house is at a walking distance to the train station, town centre and the River Thames.
Oxford, United Kingdom
1.5 km (1.0 mi) from Oxford University Museum of Natural HistoryAccommodates: 1
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
good standard of beds/shower/furniturebilly also kindly offers breakfast tea and coffeethe space is very comfortableperfect for an academic visit - great location good wifi super friendly host and a luxurious bathroomthere is also only one full bathroom shared among the three bedrooms (but an additional toilet downstairs)Cleanliness:
very clean and nice apartmentthe room was clean and the bed was very comfortablethe place is clean and tidymoreover he keeps his stylish apartment in a very clean conditionthe bathroom is very cleanHost:
friendly host thank youbilly is a great hostbilly is a brilliant host and is home is awesomebilly and amreen are great hostsbilly is a really good host kind and helpfullRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is amazinggreat location five minute walk from the train stationgreat location - very close to oxford train station which made travel easyvery well located close to oxford rail stationthe location is very convenient it close to train station and easy to downtown
10. Room near the city center (from USD 49)
Lucy’s home is located in central Oxford, so guests can walk to the city centre, Oxford/Brookes University, Cowley Road and John Raddcliffe Hospital. Guest’s rental includes a single or twin bed, continental breakfast, Wi-Fi, driveway parking and a bicycle.
Oxford, United Kingdom
1.54 km (1.0 mi) from Oxford University Museum of Natural HistorySuperhostAccommodates: 1
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the breakfast was an extremely nice touchnice rooms with all the supplies you need; water towels shampoo hairdryer etci liked that you also get some breakfast which isn’t the norm with airbnbi was so pleased with the breakfast and the option to use her bikesalso breakfast was good with non-diary options includedCleanliness:
just as described- clean and convenientplace was clean room was as advertisedsimple clean and homelyclean bathroom on same floor with showerthe room is clean and spaciousHost:
lucy was a friendly hostlucy was an amazing hostlucy was really a great hostfriendly and caring hostshe is very kind and always ready to give adviceRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to university parkseasy 30-minute walk to the city centerexcellent location with easy parkingnice place near the city centrethe location is ideal and accessible to public transportation food shops and take aways
Behold Oxford's beauty at every turn
Oxford has its beauty along the riverside and in its literary links. The draw is at its various film and TV locations and its music and drama inspired by Shakespeare. This historical city is given a cosmopolitan touch by the mix of restaurants and theaters, whiles the range of budget accommodation is ideal for budget and business travelers.
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