| a 2-minute walk from the train station, this unassuming hotel is 3 miles from the 18th-century blenheim palace, and 10 miles from the shops and restaurants in oxford city centre. parking is complimentary. suites add air-conditioning and sofabeds, and some also have fridges, microwaves and dining tables. understated rooms feature free wi-fi, smart tvs, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. a 1-bedroom apartment adds a kitchenette. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. there's also a laid-back cafe and bar
Heathrow Airport 1 hr 4
Blenheim Palace (7 min)
Lavish 17th-century stately home filled with art and standing in Capability Brown-designed gardens. Carfax Tower (22 min)
Landmark 23m-high belltower, once part of a 12th-century church, offering city views from the top. Oxford Botanic Garden (23 min)
Britain's oldest botanic garden, with plants from around the world, both indoor and outdoor. Oxford University Museum of Natural History (19 min)
Immense university museum of zoology, entomology and geology set in a grand neo-Gothic building. Port Meadow, Oxford (21 min)
Unspoilt ancient meadow by the River Thames for walks, wild ponies, bird watching and wildflowers. University Church of St Mary the Virgin (23 min)
CofE place of worship with an ornate 14th-century spire plus regular musical recitals and events. Oxford Castle & Prison (20 min)
Remains of a large medieval castle, with tours by costumed guides including the 900-year-old crypt. Radcliffe Camera (21 min)
18th-century, Palladian-style academic library and reading rooms, designed by James Gibbs. Soho Farmhouse (28 min)
Rustic-chic quarters in a refined countryside hotel offering 4 restaurants, an outdoor pool & a spa. Bodleian Library (21 min)
The UK's second largest library, established in 1602 and containing over 11 million works. The Covered Market Oxford (22 min)
Legendary 1770s' indoor bazaar packed with artisan grocers, boutique clothing and buzzing cafes. Cogges Manor Farm (13 min)
Living museum in manor house and grounds, with demonstrations, tours and animal feeding. Rousham House & Gardens (15 min)
Visitors can tour this stately residence built in 1635, featuring walled areas with formal greenery. Bridge of Sighs (21 min)
This quaint, covered bridge built in 1914 spans a narrow street between 2 campus buildings. Christ Church (21 min)
Majestic university college known for its grand main quad, riverside meadows and Cathedral Choir. | 
