Hotels near History of Science Museum, Oxford

Seek out a refuge that’s beyond the norm. Modern, stylish, and distinct, our hotel lets you explore everything Oxford has to offer, just a short stroll away. Whether you’re here to take in the sights, visiting the University of Oxford, exploring landmarks, or kicking back with friends, we’ve got the best of Oxford on our doorstep. Stay minutes from the Bodleian Library, Ashmolean Museum, and Oxford Botanic Garden, and just a 20-minute drive from Bicester Village. You could spend days uncovering everything the city offers, from strolling along the River Thames, to checking out the local shopping and nightlife. When it’s time to recover, visit our spa, with a sauna, steam bath, and host of treatments. The rooms are the best part. Welcoming voco™ touches greet you, like premium bedding and invigorating aerated showers. With airflow cooling and heating, you’ll stay cosy and in control whatever the weather. And for added convenience, guests can enjoy ample on-site parking at the hotel, charged at £25 per car, per day. Wake up to a buffet breakfast, and enjoy all-day dining and drinks from Deacons. If you're hosting a special event, choose from our versatile meeting rooms. They’re perfect for conferences, social events, or weddings. Whatever you’re seeking, we’ll help you find it at voco® Oxford Spires. Come on in.

Work, relax, eat, and explore at the Holiday Inn® Oxford. Just off the A34, our hotel is three miles from Oxford City Centre and five minutes from Oxford Parkway, with trains to London and high-end shopping at Bicester Village. Explore the historic University of Oxford and its Ashmolean Museum. See the baroque Blenheim Palace, the birthplace of Winston Churchill, a 10-minute drive from the hotel. Our Oxford hotel offers a modern blend of work and leisure with comfortable rooms, an open lobby, and a casual restaurant serving British pub fare. Enjoy a workout in the gym, stay connected with free Wi-Fi, and unwind in our lounge. Host events in our Academy Conference Centre with 11 meeting spaces, catering, and a team to bring it together.

Discover voco Oxford Thames, nestled along the serene banks of the River Thames near Oxford's heart. With a storied past dating back to the Middle Ages, our hotel emanates charm and history. Enjoy a quintessential Oxfordshire countryside experience, surrounded by fresh air and 30 acres of manicured gardens. Our hotel offers an array of amenities ensuring a comfortable stay, from a relaxing leisure club and spa to delicious dining options from our onsite restaurant, Napier's. While you're with us, explore the history behind our city, our recommendations are the Ashmolean Museum, Pitt Rivers and Bodleian Libraries. Not forgetting the world-famous Oxford University, made up of 38 independent colleges. Why not book yourself in for a guided tour at the Oxford Castle and Prison and immerse yourself in hundreds of years of the Castle’s past? Looking for something fun, punting is a truly timeless tradition in Oxford. Punt down the River Thames and see Oxford in a whole new way. If you are escaping for retail therapy, Oxford has everything you need, with Westgate shopping centre, Bicester Village and independent shops in the 18th century covered market, you can shop until you drop. Whether you're visiting for work or leisure, our goal is to provide exceptional hospitality, ensuring every aspect of your stay is memorable. Come on in to voco Oxford Thames.

With a stay at Newton House in Oxford (South Oxford), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Christ Church College and Covered Market. This bed & breakfast is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from University Church of St Mary the Virgin and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Ashmolean Museum. Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Featured amenities include express check-out, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite. Stay in one of 13 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

A stay at Sportsview Guest House places you in the heart of Oxford, within a 10-minute walk of Thames River and University of Oxford. This guesthouse is 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from Blenheim Palace and 15.1 mi (24.3 km) from Bicester Village. This smoke-free guesthouse was built in 1890. Continental breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee. Free self parking is available onsite. Stay in one of 24 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.

Enjoy elegance in the heart of Oxford when you stay at the Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel. This picturesque four-star hotel occupies three buildings, two of which are 19th century manor houses bursting with character. Guests can also enjoy three acres of beautiful private gardens. Not to mention the amenities of Oxford city centre which is just two miles away. The Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel is also close to the University of Oxford, Oxford Castle and Blenheim Place.

With a stay at this vacation home in Oxford (East Oxford), you'll be a 5-minute walk from University of Oxford and within a 5-minute drive of Thames River. This vacation home is 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Blenheim Palace and 14.5 mi (23.3 km) from Bicester Village. Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself comfortable in your vacation home.

With a stay at Pickwicks Guest House, you'll be centrally located in Oxford, within a 10-minute drive of University of Oxford and Thames River. This guesthouse is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Blenheim Palace and 13.7 mi (22 km) from Bicester Village. Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. English breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite. Stay in one of 15 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.

With a stay at The Balkan Lodge Oxford in Oxford (East Oxford), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Thames River and University of Oxford. This hotel is 12.6 mi (20.4 km) from Blenheim Palace and 17 mi (27.3 km) from Bicester Village. Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a reception hall. Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.

With a stay at The Buttery Hotel in Oxford (Oxford City Centre), you'll be steps from University of Oxford and 12 minutes by foot from Thames River. This guesthouse is 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from Blenheim Palace and 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from Bicester Village. Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Make yourself at home in one of the 16 guestrooms.