The Oxford House is a small boutique hotel at 20 Woodbourne Avenue, on the edge of central Hamilton, with 12 guest rooms. It was established in 1938 and reimagined in 2021, and the official tourism listing describes it as the city's most central accommodation in the heart of Hamilton's business district. It is the most budget-minded of the five hotels in this guide, which in Bermuda still means a mid-range price compared with many destinations, but it saves money against the resorts and gives you the capital's ferries, buses, shops and restaurants on foot. The rooms are listed as one-bedroom units, and a continental breakfast is included in the rate. There is no beach, spa or golf, so the appeal is simplicity: a comfortable bed, a short walk to Front Street, and an easy departure for every part of the island.
Location and getting around: Hamilton is the transport hub. Buses leave from the central terminal for the south shore, St. George's and the airport, and the ferry network connects to the Dockyard, a scenic ride across the Great Sound. From the Oxford House you can walk to restaurants, shops and the waterfront, and a food tour begins in the centre of town. Visitors cannot rent cars, so being near buses and taxis is a real advantage. Beach days require a ride, so plan to spend your days out and your evenings in town.
Rooms and who it suits: with only twelve rooms the hotel feels intimate rather than institutional, and it suits couples, solo travellers and friends who want a base with character and a central address. Families may prefer a resort with a pool. As the address sits on a street in the city's business district, expect some weekday traffic noise, so ask for a quieter room if that matters. Because of the small size, availability can be tight, so book early for busy weeks.
Good to know: the listing gives the address as 20 Woodbourne Avenue in Pembroke, so check the exact location on a map to confirm how far it is from Front Street. Breakfast is continental, so for a cooked breakfast you will eat nearby. The hotel accepts cash, Mastercard and Visa, and you can phone the front desk to confirm arrival arrangements. There is no on-site restaurant listed, so Hamilton's many cafes and restaurants are your dining room.
Why stay here
- ✓12 guest rooms
- ✓Continental breakfast included
- ✓Central Hamilton location
- ✓Walk to buses and ferries
- ✓Boutique, reimagined in 2021
- ✓Established 1938
- ✓Cash, Mastercard and Visa accepted
- ✓Phone front desk for arrival help
Good questions
Where is The Oxford House?+
At 20 Woodbourne Avenue on the edge of central Hamilton, close to the shops, buses and ferries of the capital.
Is breakfast included?+
Yes, a continental breakfast is included in the rate.
Is it close to a beach?+
No. It is a town hotel, and the nearest beaches and the Dockyard need a bus, ferry or taxi ride.
