George Street Hotel takes its name and its location from one of the busiest streets in the middle of Oxford. George Street runs between the Gloucester Green bus station area and the Westgate district, so the hotel sits in the practical heart of the city, with theatres, restaurants, cafes and shops all close by. It is a good fit for visitors who want a central bed at a sensible price and who intend to spend most of their time out exploring on foot. As with most central hotels in a historic city, rooms differ in size and outlook, and street-facing rooms can pick up the sound of the evening crowd. The emphasis is on location and value rather than a long list of facilities, so it suits short stays, business trips and visitors who plan to eat out. Check what is included in your rate, such as breakfast and parking, since arrangements vary and car parking in the centre is limited.
Location and getting around
The hotel is within a few minutes of Gloucester Green, where long-distance coaches and many local buses stop, including services to London, Heathrow and Gatwick. The railway station is a walk of roughly fifteen to twenty minutes, or a short bus or taxi ride with luggage. The Westgate shopping centre, the Covered Market and the Ashmolean are all within easy reach, and the colleges around Broad Street and Radcliffe Square are a pleasant ten to fifteen minute walk.
What to do nearby
Oxford is compact, so a central base saves time. You can fit in the Bodleian, the Radcliffe Camera, the Sheldonian and Christ Church over a long day, then return to the hotel for a break before dinner. Theatres and live music venues in the area keep the evenings lively, and the Saturday market at Gloucester Green is a good stop for food and crafts. For a quieter walk, head to Christ Church Meadow or the Botanic Garden, both reachable in a few minutes.
Who it suits
First-time visitors, solo travellers, friends on a short break and anyone who prefers to put money into dinners and tickets rather than a grand hotel. It is less suited to guests who need a very quiet room or a large car park. Practical notes: request a room away from the street if you are a light sleeper, confirm check-in times if you are arriving late, and book early for graduation weeks, the summer term and major university events, when central rooms sell out quickly.
Outside term time and the summer peak, rates are often more relaxed, and a weekday stay can feel much calmer. Carry a light bag for the day, since many of the best sights are indoors and you will want to move easily between them.
Why stay here
- ✓Central George Street location
- ✓Walk to Gloucester Green
- ✓Walk to Westgate and the Covered Market
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Breakfast (check rate)
- ✓Rooms of varying sizes
- ✓Luggage storage (check)
- ✓Easy bus connections
Good questions
How far is the hotel from Oxford railway station?+
It is roughly a fifteen to twenty minute walk, or a short bus or taxi ride, so check the route if you have heavy bags.
Is George Street noisy at night?+
It can be lively in the evening, so ask for a quieter room when you book.
Is it within walking distance of the colleges?+
Yes. Broad Street and Radcliffe Square are about ten to fifteen minutes away on foot.
