VANBRUGH HOUSE HOTEL, Oxford – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Historic Boutique Accommodations
Vanbrugh House Hotel occupies an 18th-century Grade II listed building with 22 individually designed rooms. Rooms feature original elements like creaky floorboards, panelled walls, and exposed beams. Accommodations include English handcrafted furniture, Nespresso machines, smart TVs, and rainfall showers with The White Company toiletries. The Vicarage Suite contains a four-poster bed, two slipper baths, and a private city garden. Accessible rooms are available on the ground floor.
In-Room Breakfast Service
Guests receive a breakfast hamper delivered to their room daily between 7 AM and 10 AM. The hamper includes continental options such as cured meats, cheeses, pastries, coffee, tea, and juices. The hotel does not have an onsite restaurant but is surrounded by dining options including Brasserie Blanc for French cuisine and Oli's Thai, which holds a Michelin Bib Gourmand.
Oxford Exploration Base
The hotel serves as a central base for exploring Oxford. It is a 10-minute walk from Oxford Train Station and a 5-minute walk from Worcester Car Park. The property is near the Bodleian Library, Christ Church Meadow, and the Covered Market. Popular activities include punting on the River Cherwell, visiting Blenheim Palace (25-minute drive), and touring university colleges like Christ Church.
Central Oxford Location
Vanbrugh House Hotel is on Beaumont Street in central Oxford, 1 km from the city center. It is opposite the Oxford Union and near the Saxon tower of St Michael at the Northgate. Key landmarks within walking distance include the Radcliffe Camera, Bridge of Sighs (0.5 km), Carfax Tower (0.3 km), and Oxford Castle (0.5 km). The area is surrounded by shops, cafes, and restaurants.
Personalized Guest Services
The hotel offers a digital concierge, room service for breakfast, and personalized packages for celebrations and weddings. Services include chilled Champagne on arrival, red carpet welcomes, and in-room pamper boxes. The front desk can arrange travel cots and provide local recommendations. High-speed Wi-Fi is complimentary throughout the property. There is no onsite parking; guests use nearby Park & Ride or Worcester Car Park.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Outdoor dining area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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