I was surprised to read that Bath Place Hotel got the reviews it did. I'm sure it shouldn't be classed as luxury hotel, but when I stayed in October 2012 the service was good from everyone I met, particularly the two older ladies.
Breakfast included in the rate is like a buffet, but has croissants and cold meat and cheese. I don't eat English breakfast, but it was available if you wanted. No sausages though, which might be seen as a shame. The coffee is very good, and prepared for each person.
The room I had had a DVD player and cute sloping floors. It faced the Turf Tavern and was very lively until closing time which was well before midnight.
Alex Lindsay
A room with much of the trappings of a 200+ year old hotel - tiny, creaky sloped floor, adjacent to The Turf (a busy pub), no bathroom ventilation... The staff are friendly and helpful, and some effort has been made to reduce sound through the windows. The location is excellent.
Alice ter Meulen
Location, location, location.... as the real estate agents say. There is the obvious advantage here of being in the heart of college-town Oxford, which brings with it the disadvantages of intoxicated students, hordes of tourists and noisy nights. But, worse, the hotel charges 14 nights out of the 16 I had booked months ago two full weeks ahead of arrival, 110 - 140 pound a night, then claims a reservation on your credit card for the remaining nights upon arrival - all before you even get to see the room or get presented a proper bill - claims breakfast is included, but charges extra for anything eggs or so, and makes only foreign nationals register with passport information. The room walls are padded with instructions for guests, doors don’t fit, floors crack so much it wakes you up and a fire door is kept open permanently. House dogs to watch out for, front door locked even when reception is staffed and a VERY successful tavern next door guarantees a steady stream of cigarette smoking eaters right under your room window or emptying their stomach when it all got a bit much. Still wondering why so many people prefer an affordable apartment rental over such inhospitable ‘hotel’ conditions?
Cass Barrett
We booked 2 nights and multiple rooms as part of a wedding party. Unfortunately this was not as expected, the rooms were incredibly small, outdated, dirty and dusty. The beds were so uncomfortable and I have never spent an entire night awake whilst away due to noise from other guests in other rooms. Despite the reasonably high cost of £150 per night, parking was an additional fee which isn't unreasonable in the center of Oxford, but only offering a very limited continental breakfast within that price yet having a kitchen which would make hot options, but at extortionate prices is ridiculous. I would honestly not recommend staying here. Part of our party left, got a refund and stayed at another hotel. Wish we had done the same.
Håkon Eide186 days ago
Quiet hideaway right in the center of Oxford. Place is old and worn, with tiny rooms and steep narrow stairs - and that's what gives it such a unique character! Very nice and accommodating hosts. In walking distance to everything Oxford (pubs, food, shops, colleges). If you want a sterile, clean & straightforward chain hotel - move on. If you want a quiet place to enjoy Oxford's history - then stay.
Alison Rees186 days ago
17th century cottages form this quirky hotel in the heart of Oxford. A literal stone's throw from the Bodleian, reached by a cobbled street and adjoining a tavern (that closes at 11pm), the rooms are clean and comfortable with a cosy bathroom and small TV, chair and desk as well as wifi. A continental breakfast went down well and additions could be bought for those who like hot English versions.
Lucy2 years ago
We've just returned from a 3 night stay at The Bath Place Hotel and sadly it's not somewhere we would return nor recommend.
The saving grace of this hotel is the location - it's situated right in the centre of beautiful Oxford. The parking was also well organised, secure and just around the corner - albeit at £60 for 3 days. We must also add we were here during very warm weather and our room stayed cool which was a relief.
Our initial greeting was friendly enough but upon seeing our room we were so disappointed. It was musty, cramped and grubby - yes it's 2* but we were stunned this room could possibly warrant £166.75 per night! The soft furnishings were faded & tired, the walls patchy, there was no shower (just one you'd have to hold manually!) & there were hairs all over the bed & beyond! Not the welcome we'd hoped for after a long journey in anticipation of a restful break from work.
My partner mentioned this and we were able to move to an alternative room which we were grateful for but again, general housekeeping seemed to have gone amiss. The carpet hadn't been hoovered, the bathroom didn't look as though it had been cleaned thoroughly for a while and the furnishings just looked so sad. The bathroom shelf was hanging off, the toiletries were half used (as was the loo roll so we had to ask for more!) and the towels had stains.
On a positive, the bed was comfortable so we slept well - despite the noise from the nearby pub - and the breakfast in bed (due to Covid) was OK although not the most substantial. The shower was decent, although small.
Overall, we felt this hotel was seriously overpriced for the experience we received. We appreciate that the Bath Place Hotel is an older building with quirks but we felt this ethos was used to detract from a poor guest experience and below par housekeeping. Guests deserve better - we work hard for our money and felt ours wasn't spent wisely here.
David Grant2 years ago
Wonderfully charming if cosy hotel. Not for the claustrophobic, infirm or those unable to sleep without air con. Hopefully the experience will only improve when guests can eat in the dining room as opposed to their rooms. Ideal central location, surprisingly quiet given that it is adjacent to a popular pub
Breakfast included in the rate is like a buffet, but has croissants and cold meat and cheese. I don't eat English breakfast, but it was available if you wanted. No sausages though, which might be seen as a shame. The coffee is very good, and prepared for each person.
The room I had had a DVD player and cute sloping floors. It faced the Turf Tavern and was very lively until closing time which was well before midnight.
Still wondering why so many people prefer an affordable apartment rental over such inhospitable ‘hotel’ conditions?
The saving grace of this hotel is the location - it's situated right in the centre of beautiful Oxford. The parking was also well organised, secure and just around the corner - albeit at £60 for 3 days. We must also add we were here during very warm weather and our room stayed cool which was a relief.
Our initial greeting was friendly enough but upon seeing our room we were so disappointed. It was musty, cramped and grubby - yes it's 2* but we were stunned this room could possibly warrant £166.75 per night! The soft furnishings were faded & tired, the walls patchy, there was no shower (just one you'd have to hold manually!) & there were hairs all over the bed & beyond! Not the welcome we'd hoped for after a long journey in anticipation of a restful break from work.
My partner mentioned this and we were able to move to an alternative room which we were grateful for but again, general housekeeping seemed to have gone amiss. The carpet hadn't been hoovered, the bathroom didn't look as though it had been cleaned thoroughly for a while and the furnishings just looked so sad. The bathroom shelf was hanging off, the toiletries were half used (as was the loo roll so we had to ask for more!) and the towels had stains.
On a positive, the bed was comfortable so we slept well - despite the noise from the nearby pub - and the breakfast in bed (due to Covid) was OK although not the most substantial. The shower was decent, although small.
Overall, we felt this hotel was seriously overpriced for the experience we received. We appreciate that the Bath Place Hotel is an older building with quirks but we felt this ethos was used to detract from a poor guest experience and below par housekeeping. Guests deserve better - we work hard for our money and felt ours wasn't spent wisely here.