The Head of the River
The Head of the River allows 2 pets of any size for an additional fee of £20 per pet, per stay. Both dogs and cats are welcome, but pets cannot be left unattended. Food and water bowls are provided for four-legged guests.
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Room Types
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- Cosy RoomCosy Room
- 1 double bed
- Up to 2 people
- Pet fee additional
Room details
1 Double Bed
129 sq feet
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Espresso maker, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone
Comfort - Heating, fresh towels every 2 days, fresh bed sheets every 3 days
Accessibility - Lever door handles
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-SmokingRoom Amenities
- Towels provided
- Heating
- Bedsheets provided
- Non-Smoking
- Television
- Digital TV service
- Shower only
- Electric kettle
- Lever door handles
- Vibrating pillow alarm
- TV size measurement: inch
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Coffee/tea maker
- Number of days between towel changes: 2
- Hair dryer
- Number of days between bed sheet changes: 3
- Free WiFi
- Iron/ironing board
- Housekeeping on request
- Espresso maker
- Phone
- Desk
- Flat-panel TV
- Free bottled water
- Comfy RoomComfy Room
- 1 king bed
- Up to 2 people
- Pet fee additional
Room details
1 King Bed
151 sq feet
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Espresso maker, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone
Comfort - Heating, fresh towels every 2 days, fresh bed sheets every 3 days
Accessibility - Lever door handles
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-SmokingRoom Amenities
- Heating
- Non-Smoking
- Television
- Digital TV service
- Electric kettle
- Coffee/tea maker
- Number of days between towel changes: 2
- Number of days between bed sheet changes: 3
- Free WiFi
- Espresso maker
- Phone
- Desk
- Towels provided
- Bathroom emergency pull cord
- Bedsheets provided
- Shower only
- Lever door handles
- Vibrating pillow alarm
- TV size measurement: inch
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- Housekeeping on request
- Flat-panel TV
- Free bottled water
- Family RoomFamily Room
- 1 king bed, 1 sofa bed
- Up to 3 people
- Pet fee additional
Room details
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Espresso maker, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone
Comfort - Heating, fresh towels every 2 days, fresh bed sheets every 3 days
Accessibility - Lever door handles
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) available
Non-SmokingRoom Amenities
- Heating
- Non-Smoking
- Television
- Digital TV service
- Electric kettle
- Coffee/tea maker
- Number of days between towel changes: 2
- Number of days between bed sheet changes: 3
- Free WiFi
- Espresso maker
- Phone
- Desk
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Towels provided
- Bedsheets provided
- Shower only
- Lever door handles
- Vibrating pillow alarm
- TV size measurement: inch
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- Housekeeping on request
- Flat-panel TV
- Free bottled water
- Double RoomDouble Room
- 1 queen bed
- Up to 2 people
- Pet fee additional
Room details
This double room features a flat-screen digital TV, tea/coffee making facilities and a telephone. The private bathrooms contain a shower, complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer.Room Amenities
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hairdryer
- Iron
- Desk
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Bath or shower
- Flat-screen TV
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Electric kettle
- Coffee machine
- Towels
- Linen
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet with grab rails
- Roll-in shower
- Walk-in shower
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Bottle of water
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
- Indulgence RoomIndulgence Room
- 1 king bed
- Up to 2 people
- Pet fee additional
Room details
1 King Bed
172 sq feet
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV, digital channels, and DVD player
Food & Drink - Espresso maker, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone
Comfort - Heating, fresh towels every 2 days, fresh bed sheets every 3 days
Accessibility - Lever door handles
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-SmokingRoom Amenities
- Heating
- Non-Smoking
- Television
- Digital TV service
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Coffee/tea maker
- Number of days between towel changes: 2
- Number of days between bed sheet changes: 3
- Free WiFi
- Espresso maker
- Phone
- Desk
- Towels provided
- Bedsheets provided
- Shower only
- Lever door handles
- Vibrating pillow alarm
- DVD player
- TV size measurement: inch
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- Housekeeping on request
- Flat-panel TV
- Free bottled water
- Small Double RoomSmall Double Room
- 1 double bed
- Up to 2 people
- Pet fee additional
Room details
This room features a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee making facilities and a desk area. Guests will find a shower and complimentary toiletries in the private bathrooms.Room Amenities
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hairdryer
- Iron
- Desk
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Bath or shower
- Carpeted
- Flat-screen TV
- Electric kettle
- Coffee machine
- Towels
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Bottle of water
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
- Superior Double RoomSuperior Double Room
- 1 queen bed
- Up to 2 people
- Pet fee additional
Room details
With views over the River Thames, this traditional room has free Wi-Fi and a private bathroom.Room Amenities
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hairdryer
- Iron
- Desk
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Bath or shower
- Carpeted
- Flat-screen TV
- View
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Coffee machine
- River view
- Towels
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Bottle of water
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
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Description
With a stay at The Head of the River in Oxford (Oxford City Centre), you'll be minutes from Bate Collection and Christ Church College. This 4-star inn is within close proximity of Christ Church Cathedral and Tom Tower. Stay in one of 12 guestrooms featuring 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 coffee/tea makers and complimentary bottled water. Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access. Enjoy a satisfying meal at a restaurant serving guests of The Head of the River. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge.
Amenities
- Pet Friendly
- Free WiFi
- Family Rooms
- Heating
- Restaurant
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Non-Smoking Property
- Lawn / Garden
- Patio / Balcony
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FAQs
What is the The Head of the River pet policy?
The Head of the River allows 2 pets of any size for an additional fee of £20 per pet, per stay. Both dogs and cats are welcome, but pets cannot be left unattended. Food and water bowls are provided for four-legged guests.
Are big dogs allowed at The Head of the River?
Yes! The Head of the River allows dogs of any size.
Are multiple pets allowed at The Head of the River?
Yes! The Head of the River allows 2 pets in each guest room.
Does The Head of the River allow cats?
Yes! The Head of the River welcomes cats.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Head of the River?
Check-in at The Head of the River is 3pm – 10pm. Check-out is before 11am. If you’d like to request an early or late check-in or check-out, you can make a special request when you book. Note that special requests cannot be guaranteed. Early or late check-in or check-out is only based on availability and at the discretion of the property.
Is free parking available at The Head of the River?
No. Parking is not available on-site at The Head of the River.
Does The Head of the River have a pool or hot tub?
No, The Head of the River does not have a pool or hot tub. Click here for a list of hotels in Oxford that have pools.
Does The Head of the River offer a free breakfast?
No. Breakfast isn’t served at The Head of the River, but we do have some information on dog-friendly restaurants in Oxford.