Oxford House

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near University of New South Wales, Art and Design

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Courtyard
Reception
Reception
Breakfast and dinner served

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

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21 Oxford Street (Near Greens Road), Paddington, Sydney, Paddington, NSW, 2021
  • Place, Oxford Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St Vincent’s Hospital
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sydney Cricket Ground
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Iona Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Courtyard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The 01 Room

  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Oxford Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite

  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Oxford Arts Suite

  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Oxford Terrace Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Oxford Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Paddington stay.You'll be steps from University of New South Wales, Art and Design and within a 10-minute walk of St Vincent’s Hospital with a stay at this Paddington hotel. Sydney Cricket Ground and World Square Shopping Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Oxford Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • St Vincent’s Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sydney Cricket Ground - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hyde Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kings Cross Station - 15 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station - 19 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thai Nesia Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Beacham - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Arthouse Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bootsdarling - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ampersand Cafe & Bookstore - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Oxford House

4-star hotel near University of New South Wales, Art and Design
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and concierge services are also featured at Oxford House.

This 4-star Sydney hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1969
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Oxford House offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This Sydney hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator (34 inch wide door)
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 10 to 30 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Arts Hotel Paddington
Arts Paddington
Arts Hotel
Oxford House Hotel
Arts Hotel Paddington
Oxford House Paddington
Oxford House Hotel Paddington

Frequently asked questions

How close is Oxford House to the airport?

Oxford House is 9 mi (22-min drive) away from the Sydney Airport (SYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Oxford House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Oxford House.

How close is Oxford House to the beach?

This hotel is 12.7 mi (42-min drive) from Manly Beach and 4.1 mi (19-min drive) from Bondi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Oxford House offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Oxford House, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 10 and 30 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Oxford House?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Star Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Oxford House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Oxford House?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Oxford House have a pool?

Oxford House features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Oxford House have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Oxford House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Oxford House to downtown Sydney?

Oxford House is 1.3 mi away from Sydney.

Reviews

Oxford House Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 154 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jessica

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was really nice and the bed was very comfortable however the room was very dimly lit and the heater didn’t work very well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Very close to st. Vincents hospital , easy walking to everywhere .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mary-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was modern, clean and well appointed. One of the front of house staff was unhelpful and brusque when I checked in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vashti

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous

A fabulous 6 night stay in a gem of a boutique hotel. A great location with easy access to the city and Bondi
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed, quiet rooms Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely courtyard/bar area by the pool to sit and relax.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mitchell

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in and check out process were horrible. Great hotel otherwise
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lily

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Made outstanding by the helpfulness of the Reception staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful accomodation - inside the room and the pool and bar spaces. Perfect place for a staycation.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lily, Kirrawee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super stay, cool surrounds, and super lodgings …could not fault.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, Orange

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was small & basic but nice. Not alot of space in the bathroom. No storage. No parking. But very convenient location to St Vincent's Private Hospital which is why we stayed there. Beautiful staff who were lovely & caring. Would stay again if we weren't bringing a car to Sydney.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jelena

Traveled with partner
When the photos are great but everything is much smaller , lift doesn't function, the bar and pool are closed, the room is tiny....
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Myint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Taegen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a great stay at Oxford House and liked the surrounding area. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t great so the pool area wasn’t open.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025