Tower House Guest House, Oxford

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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

15 Ship Street, Oxford, United Kingdom, OX1 3DA
Very good
7.4
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3.9
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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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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room
2 persons
10 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Deluxe Double Room Bath
2 persons
22 m² 
1 Double bed
Heating
Bathtub
Deluxe Double Room Shower
2 persons
17 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Double Room Private Bathroom
2 persons
18 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

The hotel 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

  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
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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
360 m
Market
The Covered Market Oxford
240 m
Church
Christ Church
500 m
University
Bridge of Sighs
380 m
Tower
Carfax Tower
280 m
High St
University Church of St Mary the Virgin
500 m
Museum
Museum of the History of Science
370 m
Bodleian Library Broad Street
Bodleian Library
470 m
Museum
Museum of Oxford
330 m
Library
Radcliffe Camera
510 m
Church
Exeter College
70 m
University
Balliol College
260 m
University
Trinity College
210 m
Holywell Street
New College
540 m
University
Brasenose College
440 m
University
St Peter's College
560 m
Town Hall St. Aldates
Oxford Town Hall
330 m
13 Magdalen Street
Martyrs' Memorial
460 m
Museum
The Story Museum
560 m
Restaurants
Pieminister
220 m
56 The Market
Pret a Manger
90 m
Westgate Centre Unit U30
Browns Cafe
190 m
Avenue 4
Burger King Restaurant
100 m
26 Cornmarket Street
The White Rabbit
350 m
21 Friars Entry
Mortons
130 m
22 Broad Street
Boswells Broad Street Cafe
200 m
H Boswell & Co Ltd 1-4 Broad Street 1-4 Broad Street
Getting around
City Centre
Oxford3 min  ·  200 m
Airports
Gloucestershire Airport (GLO)110 min  ·  72.9 km
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)112 min  ·  74.2 km
Train
Oxford Train Station11 min  ·  900 m
Bus
Bus stop3 min  ·  200 m
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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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