Tower House Guest House, Oxford

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About the Hotel

15 Ship Street, Oxford, United Kingdom, OX1 3DA
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Tower House Guest House offers a unique stay in a historical 17th-century building with modern conveniences. The Oxford hotel features eight individually styled rooms and a communal living area with leather armchairs. Located in the heart of the city centre, it provides easy access to local shopping and dining options.

Rooms & Amenities

The rooms at Tower House Guest House feature a mix of vintage and modern furnishings, including flat-screen TVs and tea/coffee making facilities. Deluxe rooms are built into the original city walls that once defended Oxford's boundaries, while other room options include shared bathrooms for budget-conscious travelers.

Dining & Nearby Options

While breakfast is not offered at Tower House Guest House, numerous dining options are within a short walk, such as Turl Street Kitchen and The Buttery. Guests can enjoy tea, coffee, and fruit available throughout the property.

Location & Transportation

Located near significant landmarks, Tower House Guest House is within a five-minute walk of the Ashmolean Museum, University Church of St Mary the Virgin, and the Bodleian Library. Public transportation options include nearby bus stations on Magdalen Street and Gloucester Green.

Design & Services

Tower House Guest House features charming old characteristics, such as wooden ceiling beams and original stone floors. The property is ranked 7.5/10 on Booking.com and operates as a social business, supporting local student initiatives.

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Tower House Guest House offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room
2 persons
110 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Deluxe Double Room Bath
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Heating
Bathtub
Deluxe Double Room Shower
2 persons
185 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Double Room Private Bathroom
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Tower House Guest House offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • No pets allowed

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Cycling
  • Mini golf
  • Fishing

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
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Tower House Guest House Location

15 Ship Street, Oxford, United Kingdom, OX1 3DA
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15 Ship Street, Oxford, United Kingdom, OX1 3DA
Nearby
Museum
Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology
1200 ft
Market
The Covered Market Oxford
800 ft
Church
Christ Church
1700 ft
University
Bridge of Sighs
1300 ft
Tower
Carfax Tower
1000 ft
High St
University Church of St Mary the Virgin
1700 ft
Museum
Museum of the History of Science
1300 ft
Bodleian Library Broad Street
Bodleian Library
1600 ft
Museum
Museum of Oxford
1100 ft
Library
Radcliffe Camera
1700 ft
Church
Exeter College
300 ft
University
Balliol College
900 ft
University
Trinity College
700 ft
Holywell Street
New College
1800 ft
University
Brasenose College
1500 ft
University
St Peter's College
1900 ft
Town Hall St. Aldates
Oxford Town Hall
1100 ft
13 Magdalen Street
Martyrs' Memorial
1600 ft
Museum
The Story Museum
1900 ft
Restaurants
Pieminister
800 ft
56 The Market
Pret a Manger
300 ft
Westgate Centre Unit U30
Browns Cafe
700 ft
Avenue 4
Burger King Restaurant
400 ft
26 Cornmarket Street
The White Rabbit
1200 ft
21 Friars Entry
Mortons
500 ft
22 Broad Street
Boswells Broad Street Cafe
700 ft
H Boswell & Co Ltd 1-4 Broad Street 1-4 Broad Street
Getting around
City Centre
Oxford3 min  ·  700 ft
Airports
Gloucestershire Airport (GLO)110 min  ·  45.3 mi
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)112 min  ·  46.1 mi
Train
Oxford Train Station11 min  ·  3000 ft
Bus
Bus stop3 min  ·  700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:00
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
is available in for free.
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
8

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