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The Best Boutique Hotels in Oxfordshire

Oxfordshire, a county in South East England, is known for its idyllic countryside, charming villages, and rich cultural heritage. Home to the world-renowned University of Oxford, the county has a long and storied history that spans back centuries. Its picturesque landscapes and quintessential English charm have made it a popular destination for travellers seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Beyond the natural beauty and historic landmarks, Oxfordshire is also home to a thriving boutique hotel scene that offers luxurious and personalized experiences for travellers seeking a taste of the county's unique character. From elegant country house hotels to modern design-led properties, these hotels capture the essence of Oxfordshire's old-world charm and contemporary sophistication. Whether you're looking for a romantic retreat or a family getaway, Oxfordshire's boutique hotels promise to transport you to a world of relaxation and indulgence.

  • The Greyhound Inn Wantage, Oxfordshire 8 rooms from £90

    Country Escape  -  Set in an area of beautiful walking country and offering exemplary food and a cosy stay.
    Sights nearby  -  Visit The Ridgeway, Britain's oldest road or the National Trust’s White Horse Hill, a bronze age hill figure on the chalk downs.
    Great walks  -  Discover picturesque walking trails running through the surrounding countryside and on the Thames Path
    Full of character
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    Recommended by  -  Sawdays

    A perfect example of a village pub offering exemplary cooking, a warm welcome and fabulous selection of ales. The rooms do not disappoint either with walls painted soft grey, beamed ceilings and pops of colour coming from the soft furnishings. There's plenty to explore in the region too. See More

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  • The Shaven Crown Oxfordshire 7 rooms from £95

    Great walks  -  The picture perfect Cotswolds make ideal walking country.
    Sights nearby  -  Spend a day exploring the impressive Blenheim Palace.
    Romantic  -  Good for couples.
    Secluded setting  -  For escaping.
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    Recommended by  -  Sawdays

    An impressive medieval property beautifully renovated into a luxurious hotel. Original features throughout (think beamed ceilings, flagstone floors, exposed stone) give a sense of real old-world charm. Set in stunning Cotswold countryside, this is a hard one to beat. See More

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  • The Bull Inn Charlbury, Oxfordshire 4 rooms from £109

    Country Escape  -  A chic rural property with easy access to the charming Cotswold countryside.
    Great walks  -  Get out into the countryside and take long walks through the picture perfect landscape.
    Sights nearby  -  Take a tour of the stately home, Blenheim Palace.
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    Recommended by  -  Sawdays

    A wonderfully chic pub within striking distance of London. Impeccably styled rooms feature contemporary artwork, bold patterned fabrics and the best has a clawfoot bathtub. An atmospheric restaurant and bar churns out good classically British fare. Ideal for a rural weekend away. See More

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  • The Bear and Ragged Staff Cumnor, Oxfordshire 9 rooms from £112

    Foodies  -  Award-winning, the food is the perfect blend of relaxed & refined. Expect locally-sourced meats & fresh takes on pub classics
    Local exploring  -  Perfect base for those who want to explore both Oxford & The Cotswolds but prefer a quiet country feel
    Sights nearby  -  It's a short drive into central Oxford. Don't miss Bodleian Library, Bridge of Sighs & Christ Church Meadow
    Restaurant  -  The quaint fireside barn & dining rooms are the epitome of a traditional English country pub experience
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    Tudor-era restaurant with rooms just outside Oxford. A sensitive renovation has maintained a cosy historic feel; oak wood, traditional fabrics & vintage furniture make simple rooms feel warm & homely. The atmospheric dining room serves up great fare. An authentic & affordable country pub experience. See More

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  • The Swan Inn, Oxfordshire Ascott-under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire 8 rooms from £120

    Families  -  The separate cottage is ideal for families and small groups as it sleeps up to six
    Great walks  -  There are fantastic walks right from the door and The Oxfordshire and D'Arcy Dalton Way passes nearby.
    Sights nearby  -  Spend a day at majestic Blenheim Palace; 15 mins from Burford, Stow on the Wold and Daylesford
    Fishing  -  There is fantastic fly fishing to be enjoyed within half an hour's drive
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    A cosy former 16th-century coaching inn with eight designer rooms in the heart of the Cotswolds, ideal for enjoying long country walks on the Oxfordshire Way. Featuring a restaurant, a large courtyard garden and a family-sized cottage for up to six people. A luxurious Cotswolds escape. See More

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  • The Double Red Duke Clanfield, Oxfordshire 19 rooms from £120

    Country Escape  -  With hearty food, cosy interiors, local ales, & beautiful surrounding countryside — this is perfect for a rural weekend getaway
    Foodies  -  The Hawksmoor duo, Richard Turner and Richard Sandiford, have crafted an innovotive (and excellent) British menu
    Families  -  Family rooms comfortably sleep four and there is a kids' menu offered in the restaurant
    Local exploring  -  Plenty of great walks, farmshops and Cotswolds villages to explore
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    Recommended by  -  Mr & Mrs Smith, I Escape

    A country gastropub set in a picturesque Cotswolds village. Individually styled rooms come in three sizes; each offers carefully placed, locally-sourced antiques and some boast in-room tubs. The restaurant is the real lure with superb British classics. An exceptional Cotswolds escape. See More

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  • The Tower House Oxford 8 rooms from £120

    Local exploring  -  Perfectly located in the heart of the city.
    Sights nearby  -  Walking distance from the Bodleian Library and Radcliffe Camera.
    Great walks  -  Take a stroll through the pretty Christ Church Meadows.
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    A charming boutique hotel and social enterprise in the heart of the historic city. Light and airy individually styled rooms feature reclaimed or antique furniture and a fresh palette. The best has a roll top bath. An indulgent breakfast is included in the cost in neighbouring Turl Street Kitchen. See More

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  • The Bell, Oxfordshire Oxfordshire 9 rooms from £130

    Great walks  -  Walking in the Cotswolds provides a wealth of choices with gentle strolls, hilly hikes and a variety of circular walks
    Sights nearby  -  Visit the historic UNESCO world heritage Blenheim Palace
    Full of character
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    Recommended by  -  Good Hotel Guide

    Set in the pretty Oxfordshire village of Hampton Poyle, this is a charming small hotel and pub, with an excellent restaurant and comfortable rooms with egyptian cotton bed linen, large beds, luxury toiletries and bathrooms with monsoon showers or roll-top baths. A great country escape. See More

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  • The Crown Inn, Woodstock Woodstock 5 rooms from £150

    Local exploring  -  Spend your days exploring the quaint town of Woodstock
    Sights nearby  -  Blenheim Palace, Churchill's family home, is an absolute must-visit!
    Great walks  -  Wander around Oxford taking in all the magnificent architecture
    Restaurant  -  Recommended.
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    Recommended by  -  I Escape

    Located in Woodstock, The Crown Inn is set in an historic 18th century property. The rooms are gorgeously decorated - featuring boutique furnishings and en-suites. Tuck into lovely meals at the downstairs restaurant. A terrific retreat which is ideal for couples. See More

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  • The Old Swan Minster Lovell, Oxfordshire 15 rooms from £160

    Fishing  -  With a mile of private riverbank & dedicated fishing lodge, guests can fish with their own tackle or with the property's ghillie
    Romantic Break  -  Fab for romantic weekends; cosy up in front of the fire before snuggling down in four-poster beds under hundred year-old beams
    Families  -  Three-bedroom Swan Cottage offers the perfect family bolthole with living room, log burner & private garden
    Local exploring  -  Wonderfully atmospheric spot to base yourselves for exploring Oxofrd & The Cotswolds
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    A delightful 15th-century property transformed into a cosy countryside hotel with a pub. Traditional wooden beams, open brick fireplaces, and a Tudor-style facade add historic charm. Including a spa and an upscale restaurant within the same sprawling estate, this suits for couples or families. See More

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  • Minster Mill Oxfordshire 38 rooms from £165

    Families  -  Family-friendly rooms, fantastic amenities & great local attractions ticks all the boxes for those travelling with young kids
    Spa breaks  -  Spoiling indoor pool & dreamy ESPA spa has all bases covered for indulgent spa weekends with partners or friends
    Restaurant  -  Modern British restaurant within historic vaulted building boasting original oak beams. Expect regional & seasonal ingredients
    Spa  -  The Garden Spa boasts ESPA products, rock sauna, aroma steam room, ice fountain & tropical rainforest showers
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    Historic Cotswolds buildings by the Windrush River recently transformed into a boutique retreat. Modern rooms with Scandi feel give out onto river-view terraces. With a relaxed British restaurant, riverside gardens, spa & indoor pool, this is a fab option for a couples' getaway & family adventures. See More

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  • The Glove House Woodstock 3 rooms from £170

    Local exploring  -  Perfectly located with easy access to Oxford and the Cotswolds.
    Restrictions on children  -  Children can be accommodated if both rooms are booked together.
    Great walks  -  Take long walks through the pristine Cotswolds countryside.
    Sights nearby  -  Stroll down to the World Heritage Site of Blenheim Palace.
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    Recommended by  -  Sawdays

    A pretty Georgian townhouse, a former glove workshop, in the heart of the picturesque town of Woodstock. Housing just three spacious and immaculately designed rooms. The best has a free standing copper bath. Indulgent breakfasts are served and there's a beautiful wood panelled lounge to unwind in. See More

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  • The Randolph Hotel by Graduate Oxford 151 rooms from £180

    Bar  -  Both bars are statement spaces; The Snug reimagines a traditional English library while The Morse Bar channels times of yore
    City Style  -  With nods to the past but firmly in the present, this sassy remodelled grand dame is the ultimate 21st century pied-a-terre
    Spa  -  The spa boasts 5 treatment rooms and a thermal suite; complete with a sauna, steam room, ice fountain & experience shower
    Wellbeing  -  Impressive range of wellness treatments include facials, massages, tea & therapy sessions & cancer touch treatments
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    Classic Oxford building transformed into cool & contemporary boutique-style hotel. Glossy & glam, traditional wood panelling, floral wallpapers & nods to Oxford Alumni have been made cool again across chic dining spaces & atmospheric bars. The super location makes this a hit with all. See More

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  • Old Parsonage Hotel Oxford 35 rooms from £195

    Writing a novel  -  This recently refurbished masterpiece was once home to Oscar Wilde, sit in the luxurious library and draw inspiration.
    Great walks  -  Book a guided walking tours of the city and University Colleges.
    Sights nearby  -  Visit any one of the 38 University Colleges.
    Full of character
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    Recommended by  -  Tablet, Frommers, Good Hotel Guide, Sawdays

    A luxury boutique hotel in a wonderfully old building. The rooms have simple contemporary design. Bathrooms are pleasingly indulgent. A small but well stocked library is awaiting academics. The restaurant is excellent. Highly recommended. See More

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  • Old Bank Hotel Oxford 42 rooms from £195

    Local exploring  -  Neighbouring some of the oldest Oxford colleges and within walking distance of shops, theatre and the city’s Botanical Gardens.
    City Style  -  Georgian alcoves, wood-paneled walls and large sash windows meet bold modern art and understated elegant interiors.
    Sights nearby  -  Plenty of sights to see nearby, the hotel is opposite St Mary’s Church, and neighbouring University and Merton.
    Great walks  -  Riverside and meadow walks from the hotel or walking tours with a guide.
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    Recommended by  -  Tablet, Frommers, Good Hotel Guide

    Sophisticated hotel with buzzing restaurant and bar. Tudor interiors updated with chic styling and large beds. Discreet and laid back luxury and perfectly positioned for sights. Contemporary art on the walls. An ideal city stay. See More

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  • Crazy Bear Hotel Stadhampton, Oxfordshire 16 rooms from £199

    Romantic Break  -  In room freestanding baths and intimate dining areas make for a romatic weekend away.
    Fishing  -  Fly fishing is organised by the hotel both for events or just a day out.
    Great walks  -  Explore the 80 acres of parklands with rare bread farm and woods.
    Romantic  -  Good for couples.
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    Eclectic, eccentric – a one off converted coaching inn. Think padded leather walls, silver beds, copper free standing baths. A London red bus sits decoratively in the garden. The two restaurants serve traditional British or Thai food. Best for wacky weekends away. See More

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  • Vanbrugh House Hotel Oxford 22 rooms from £199

    City Style  -  A chic boutique property in the heart of the city.
    Sailing  -  Hire a punt and float down the river in true Oxbridge style.
    Romantic  -  Good for couples.
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    Recommended by  -  Good Hotel Guide

    A chic boutique property in the heart of the city. Beautifully styled rooms perfectly merge the old and the new, with bold printed fabrics standing out against creamy walls, and ornate fireplaces contrasting with simple contemporary furniture. Comfortable and convenient, ideal for city breaks. See More

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  • Bull Burford Burford (Oxfordshire) 18 rooms from £385

    Artworks  -  The property is crammed by works from some of the best modern contemporary artists including Banksy, Warhol, Hirst and more
    Foodies  -  Three original experiences: Omakase Tasting menu at Hiro; communal dining at Horn and convivial cooking over fire at Wild
    Local exploring  -  Situated on the southern edge of the Cotswolds and within easy reach of Blenheim and Oxford there's loads to explore!
    Romantic Break  -  Adults only with gorgeous rooms and suites plus three separate dining options.
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    An historic coaching inn turned luxury boutique hotel in the centre of town. Beautifully presented rooms and suites ooze up-to-the-minute style with moody colour schemes and natural materials at the forefront. Three immersive and totally different dining experiences. A romantic Cotswold escape. See More

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