“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.”

Recommended for

  • 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
  • Wellbeing

    • Impressive range of wellness treatments include facials, massages, tea & therapy sessions & cancer touch treatments
  • Business meetings

    • Home to the largest event space in Oxford, The Ballroom, plus five other rooms brimming in character
  • Local exploring

    • An excellent base, whether you're in town for sightseeing, visiting students, business or pleasure
  • Restaurant

    • Enjoy traditional Afternoon Tea in the Drawing Room or contemporary British classics in The Alice restaurant
  • Cycling

    • Super convenient; use one of the hotel's complimentary bikes to explore Oxford on two wheels
  • Museums

    • Walk to Pitt Rivers Museum & The Ashmolean Museum - the latter is just across the street
  • Designer Shopping

    • Get 10% off designer shopping at Bicester Village with the hotel's discount code
  • Sights nearby

    • Sightseeing hub: there are 67 listed buildings located within walking distance
  • Learning

    • Oxford University's St Johns and Trinity colleges are just around the corner
  • Pet friendly

    • Pets are very welcome at an additional charge of £25 per night
  • Family Suites

    • Two-bedroom suites comfortably sleep up to four people
  • Luxury

  • Downtown

  • Contemporary

  • Charming

  • Wedding license

  • Full of character

  • Opulent

  • Child friendly

  • Grand Hotel

  • Boutique

  • Landmark

  • Historic

  • Chic

  • Antiques

  • Quirky

  • Retro/Vintage

  • Disabled access

  • Air conditioning

Facilities

  • Rooms

    151 rooms in this hotel
  • Bar

    Both bars are statement spaces; The Snug reimagines a traditional English library while The Morse Bar channels times of yore
  • Spa

    The spa boasts 5 treatment rooms and a thermal suite; complete with a sauna, steam room, ice fountain & experience shower
  • Restaurant

    Enjoy traditional Afternoon Tea in the Drawing Room or contemporary British classics in The Alice restaurant
  • Pet friendly

    Pets are very welcome at an additional charge of £25 per night
  • Parking

    On site valet parking in a secure, locked car park (fees apply)
  • Family Suites

    Two-bedroom suites comfortably sleep up to four people
  • Car not required

    It's a handy 15 minutes walk to the train stations
  • Wifi

  • Safe

  • Wedding license

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Meeting Room

  • Cots available

  • Massage

  • Private dining room

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • Disabled access

  • Suites

  • Hot Tub

  • Air conditioning

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

Activities

  • Theatre

    • Designed by Christopher Wren, the nearby Sheldonian Theatre's cuppola offers amazing views over the city
  • Cycling

    • Super convenient; use one of the hotel's complimentary bikes to explore Oxford on two wheels
  • Museums

    • Walk to Pitt Rivers Museum & The Ashmolean Museum - the latter is just across the street
  • Designer Shopping

    • Get 10% off designer shopping at Bicester Village with the hotel's discount code
  • Sights nearby

    • Sightseeing hub: there are 67 listed buildings located within walking distance
  • Learning

    • Oxford University's St Johns and Trinity colleges are just around the corner

Map & Location

Other reviews

The Randolph Hotel by Graduate

This Oxford institution has received a much-needed face lift by the Graduate Hotels group and the result is a handsome Gothic behemoth, with attentive service and a low-key luxury feel. Exceptional cocktails in its famous bar and a brilliant restaurant has made this an Oxford destination once again.

Originally published by The Telegraph

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