Vanbrugh House Hotel
Hotel, 4-star20-24 St Michaels Street, Oxford, United KingdomShow on map
8.0 · Very good1,866 reviews
- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.1 out of 10, at 20-24 St Michaels Street.
Charming Boutique Hotel in the Heart of Oxford
Individually Designed Rooms: Dating back to the 18th century, Vanbrugh House Hotel offers 22 uniquely designed rooms, each exuding its own character and charm. Enjoy modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a luxurious en suite bathroom with complimentary toiletries.
Free Wi-Fi and Delicious Breakfast: Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi available throughout the property. Wake up to a delicious Oxfordshire continental breakfast served daily, ensuring a delightful start to your day.
Convenient Location: Situated in the heart of Oxford, surrounded by historic college buildings, our hotel offers easy access to Oxford Rail Station and a plethora of shops and restaurants. Explore the city or venture to nearby destinations like Reading and London.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Luggage storage
- Safety deposit box
- Fax/photocopying
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking throughout
Rooms
8.0
Very good
Rated 8.0 out of 10 by 1,866 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.1
- Service9.1
- Location9.1
- Rooms7.5
- Amenities8.1
- Value8.0
- Food & drink7.1
Guests mention
LocationFriendly staff
Chin-YiTW我們住了4晚，大致上都不錯！地點很好
地點很熱鬧，又方便！櫃檯人員服務還可以，最佳服務是在早餐主廚，很親切問候！
浴室的設計有問題，用完永遠濕漉漉還積水，要再踩進濕地板浴室超級不舒服😞
房間的搖控器超難按，根本無法順心使用網路功能
RosannaIsraelLocation in the center of Oxford was perfect
TuriDK😊👏🥰
Søde og hjælpsomme. Meget fin rengøring
Intet
NaomiBelgiumGreat location
Great location
Some parts could use a renovation.
Mary StewartDKPricy and worth it
The hotel's location couldn't be better: very central and yet quiet. It's housed in a lovely old building and the room was very well equipped and comfortable, with the best bed I slept in on my holiday. Staff are very…
JeannetteUnited KingdomGood location and quiet. Comfy bed! Clean room.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
20-24 St Michaels Street, Oxford, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 9.1 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Vanbrugh House Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at Vanbrugh House Hotel?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Vanbrugh House Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Does Vanbrugh House Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Vanbrugh House Hotel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Vanbrugh House Hotel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Vanbrugh House Hotel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Vanbrugh House Hotel?
20-24 St Michaels Street, Oxford.
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