ETHOS HOTEL, Oxford – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
Ethos Hotel offers the largest guest rooms in Oxford, housed in a restored Victorian building. Rooms include Classic King, Deluxe SuperKing, and Signature SuperKing Suites with separate living areas and sofabeds. All rooms feature 3,000 pocket-sprung beds, Egyptian cotton sheets, air conditioning, underfloor heating, heated towel racks, and Kinu aromatherapy toiletries. En-suite bathrooms have Italian marble with Raindance power showers. Some rooms provide city views of Oxford's spires.
Dining at Caffè Ethos
The onsite Caffè Ethos serves Full English breakfast, weekend Bottomless Mimosa brunch, lunch, dinner, and afternoon teas. The menu includes traditional English fare and Italian cuisine with stone-fire pizzas, homemade pastas, paninis, and desserts like Tiramisu and Molten Chocolate Pudding. The fully licensed bar offers wines from Oxford Wine Company and local real ales. Espresso drinks are available throughout the day with complimentary snacks for hotel guests.
Location & Transportation
Situated at 59 Western Road in a quiet neighborhood, the hotel is 0.5 miles from Christ Church and Oxford University. It's 2 km from Oxford city center, with walking distance to Grandpont Nature Park, Hinksey Park, and the Thames Path National Trail. The property is 75 km from Gloucestershire and has good transport links to London airports via Oxford Bus Company and National Express services. Limited parking spaces are available on site.
Business & Leisure Facilities
The Hub business lounge at Caffè Ethos provides workspace with complimentary Wi-Fi (60 Mbps), video-conferencing capabilities, office supplies, and printing services. Guests receive free access to Pure Gym's fitness center. The hotel offers bicycle rentals for £10 per two hours and can prepare picnic lunches for £6.95. Event spaces accommodate groups up to 30 people for private functions, weddings, and celebrations.
Guest Services
Services include daily housekeeping, pre-arrival check-in for immediate room access, and a Great Night Guarantee that offers refunds for sleep issues reported within 24 hours. The hotel provides maps and directions for local attractions, punting on the River Thames, and walking tours. Several rooms have direct street access and disabled parking, with one Deluxe room designed for accessibility. CCTV operates in public areas for security.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Washing machine
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were parked right outside, which cost an extra £2 per night, and the reception service was not up to par. The stay felt expensive for what was received, although the room itself was excellent with the added bonus of a kitchen.
My stay at this hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were comfortable and clean, but they felt a bit dated and could use an upgrade. The lack of cleanliness and maintenance issues, like the curtain hanging off the rail, were noticeable. However, the location was convenient, just a short walk to the city center, and the dining options were satisfactory, with excellent coffee to kick start the day.
The hotel rooms are equipped with a mini-kitchen which is brilliant, but our room was not as advertised on the booking site. The location is close to the river but a bit too dark during the day. The hotel staff was very welcoming and helpful, even offering a drink upon arrival. The location is walking distance to most restaurants and activities, providing a peaceful stay while being conveniently close to the city center. The dining experience was okay with plentiful and delicious options, although the setting can be a bit cramped with reception, bar, and restaurant combined.
The hotel provided a comfortable and spacious room with a little kitchenette for late-night snacks. I loved the equipment in the room and the exceptional coffee at the cafe. However, the lack of lift access to the room was a downside.
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