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The Bocardo Hotel

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near University of Oxford

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Front of property
Superior Double or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated
Interior detail
Interior detail

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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24-26 George Street, Oxford, England, OX1 2AE
  • Place, University of Oxford
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, New Theatre Oxford
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Christ Church College
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated

Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Oxford

Central Oxford getaway .You'll be steps from New Theatre Oxford and within a 10-minute walk of Christ Church College with a stay at this Oxford City Centre hotel. University of Oxford and Oxford Castle are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • New Theatre Oxford - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Bodleian Library - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Christ Church College - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Oxford Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Oxford Station - 9 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spires Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Meeples - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Four Candles (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Plough at 38 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Bocardo Hotel

4-star hotel near University of Oxford
Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 4-star Oxford hotel is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
The Bocardo Hotel offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
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 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50 per night.

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50 per night

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 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Bocardo Hotel Oxford
Bocardo Hotel
Bocardo Oxford
Bocardo
The Bocardo Hotel Hotel
The Bocardo Hotel Oxford
The Bocardo Hotel Hotel Oxford

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Bocardo Hotel to the airport?

The Bocardo Hotel is 8.4 mi (13-min drive) away from the Oxford (OXF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bocardo Hotel?

As of Apr 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bocardo Hotel on May 4, 2026 start from $143, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Bocardo Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Bocardo Hotel.

Does The Bocardo Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Bocardo Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Bocardo Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Bocardo Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Bocardo Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Bocardo Hotel have a pool?

The Bocardo Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Bocardo Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Bocardo Hotel to downtown Oxford?

The Bocardo Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Oxford.

The Bocardo Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 219 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 219 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 219 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 219 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 219 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

PETER

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Graham

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The beds were comfortable and several thoughtful amenities were included, such as L’Occitaine bath products and a towel warmer. The challenges are the city center location and the age of the building. Parking is only nearby and quite expensive, and you will likely drive through a paid congestion zone. You have until the day after to pay on the council website, then fees increase. The building itself is elderly but the owners have done their best to ‘silk purse’ it. Expect odd corners and dicey plumbing: we had to change rooms because our first shower fully flooded into the bathroom. There is no elevator/lift, only stairs. The stairs are steep and slightly uneven. There is no staff member manning the desk, but they come quickly and are kind and helpful when contacted. The price is fine for the product, and it’s probably a good option if you don’t have a car and want a central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I really liked it. Lots of stairs so be aware if you have big bags. But safe, cozy, really comfortable beds and super great location. Yes it is abit old but honestly many big hotel chains charge double -triple and are also old looking so great for the price and it was super clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Judy

Cheaply converted office block now looking tired. Room too hot with no way to control temperature. Shower drainage inadequate for volume of water. Toilet roll holder missing!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Adrianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No air conditioning
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, very nice staff, amazing location, great service, quiet at night. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Amos, Tel Aviv

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room I got was perfectly fine, much better than I expected from the reviews. However, there was no help in lugging the baggage around and climbing the steps with luggage is hard work. I think that this could be greatly improved simply but offering assistance.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had an excellent stay. Exceptional customer service. Centrally located. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Gillian

Traveled with family
Rooms are dated. Location is great but that was what you are paying for, not a high quality nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location is wonderful but, the stairs were a bit daunting. The room heater was not working but the efficient space heater worked and the towel heater worked well
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good central location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sami

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Confortable et practical
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Yes clean and tidy, comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Miss R

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Room very basic for the price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were very nice. Good location if you want to be in the town centre of Oxford. Room was clean. Not 4 star in my opinion I'm afraid. Unfortunately for me the room was next to a main road and extremely noisy on a Saturday night. You will need earplugs on a weekend I think.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

HUNG-TA

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Becki

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with family
Friendly and efficient staff. Clean room and comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frazer

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Philip

There was no way of turning off the main light in the room, with the switches not working. When I reported this to reception they said the only way to deal with this was for me to use the switch on the fuse box each time I wanted to turn it on or off, which also involved me standing on a stool to do this, in the dark for half the time. I don't think this is an acceptable situation in a hotel room, and yet the hotel would not even consider any kind of reimbursement for this
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to city centre but lots of people noise outside and inside late into the night. Otherwise, fine for 1-2 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025