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Head of the River

Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford, GB

8.7 guest rating· 2176 reviews

About this hotel

Riverside Charm: Nestled along the scenic River Thames, the Head of the River offers a picturesque setting just minutes away from Oxford city centre.

Elegant Accommodations: Individually decorated bedrooms, some with stunning river views, provide a comfortable stay. Modern amenities such as a TV, free toiletries, and even bathrobes and slippers in select rooms ensure a relaxing experience.

Gastronomic Delights: Start your day with a delicious cooked breakfast and savor local produce and seasonal ingredients in the stylish restaurant. Unwind with a selection of real ales at the bar in the evening.

Ready to experience the charm of the Head of the River? Book now for a delightful stay by the Thames!

Rooms & rates

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Cosy Room

Sleeps 2 · 12 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>129 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Espresso maker, electric kettle, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating, fresh towels every 2 days, fresh bed sheets every 3 days</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Visual fire alarm</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Indulgence Room

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>172 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV, digital channels, and DVD player</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Espresso maker, electric kettle, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating, fresh towels every 2 days, fresh bed sheets every 3 days</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Visual fire alarm</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, no cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Comfy Room

Sleeps 2 · 14 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>151 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Espresso maker, electric kettle, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, double sofa bed, and desk; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating, fresh towels every 2 days, fresh bed sheets every 3 days</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Lever door handles</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Small Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 12 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

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.

Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 14 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

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.

Superior Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

With views over the River Thames, this traditional room has free Wi-Fi and a private bathroom.

Family Room

Sleeps 3 · 16 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

The family room provides air conditioning, a mini-bar, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 2 beds.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Pets allowed
  • Pet bowls
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out
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  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Key card access
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Terrace
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford, GB

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.72176 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Great location+ Delicious breakfast− Small room− Noisy air conditioning− Underwhelming room compared to expectations
Cleanliness8.3
Service9.3
Location9.3
Room Quality7.7
Amenities8.8
Value for Money8.2

Pleasant central spot on the river with comfortable rooms. The food is disappointing and dows not match the marketing.

7.0

Rooms were cosy and comfortable - location on the river was great and only a short walk to the centre

− The food. The cooked breakfast was very poor though the presentation was good. Dried out bacon, rock hard poached eggs despite having ordered soft eggs. The mushroom was dry and without any seasoning or character - frankly inedible. The hash browns much too oily. The continental breakfast in contrast was good. Staff looked overstrained / exhausted. Not happy. The fish and chips the evening before was nothing special extremely oily and made us all feel sick .

Paddington · CZ · 2026-07-25

Lovely people at reception and nice layout with a big outdoor area. I would come back.

8.0

Lovely little place on the river and a 10 minute walk to town. Very popular with tourists and locals. Nice pub and outside seating area with good food and fast service.

− My cousin had a ground floor room, so great, however mine was second floor with no lift. Fine if you are a youngster. The ground floor room was huge!

Thomas · PL · 2026-07-24

Lindo hotel,al lado del río, atendido por gente joven

8.0

La habitación grande,bien decorada,limpia.El exterior del hotel es pintoresco,tiene un pub muy concurrido

− Pub ruidoso Para entrar a nuestras habitaciones había que pasar entre gente que estaba en una reunión festiva privada

Marta Ines · AR · 2026-07-22

Should be a ***** place!

10.0

The best place with family or just by yourself!! Staff was amazing!

Dagmar · US · 2026-07-20

Guest review

10.0

The breakfast was delicious, the room space and layout.

− How the room was set up needed to be more clear.

Sara · US · 2026-07-20

Great location and nicely furnished cosy rooms. Excellent breakfast. Needs some improvements with some of the staffs man

8.0

Great location and Lovely rooms. Breakfast was very good.

− Some of the staff’s attitude towards guests was not very accommodating. The fellow who booked us in was great but a few of the others were quite rude with simple requests such as a change of breakfast table ( we were placed up against the large flat screen tv and my husband had a bad headache so it was very uncomfortable). Would be great if there was room service for meals. Our room was very noisy as we were above the beer garden. Given the price of the rooms I would expect better noise proofing or for this to be a cheaper room.

Nina · AU · 2026-07-16

Good to know

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please note that the full amount of the reservation is due before arrival. will send a confirmation with detailed payment information. After full payment is taken, the property's details, including the address and where to pick up the keys, will be sent to you by email.

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

›Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

›Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

›Parking

No parking available.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

People 2 years old and over stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.