The Head of the River
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Location
With a stay at The Head of the River, you'll be centrally located in Oxford, steps from Thames River and 3 minutes by foot from University of Oxford. This inn is 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from Blenheim Palace and 14.7 mi (23.7 km) from Bicester Village.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 19 guestrooms featuring espresso makers and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Dining
At The Head of the River, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Attractions
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Thames River - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Thames Path - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
University of Oxford - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Christ Church College - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Pembroke College - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Tom Tower - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Christ Church Cathedral - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Oxford Town Hall - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Modern Art Oxford - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Carfax Tower - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Covered Market - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Merton College - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Jesus College - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Brasenose College - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Exeter College - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
The nearest airports are:
Oxford (OXF) - 14.1 km / 8.8 mi
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 74.2 km / 46.1 mi
The preferred airport for The Head of the River is Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Business Amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Facilities
Helpful Information
- 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
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 10.00–15.00 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.
- Contactless check-out is available.
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