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University College, Oxford

University residence
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Free WiFi
Breakfast included
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Age Restrictions

  • All adults must be aged over 21
  • This vendor does not allow children
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Overview

Located at the centre of the city, University College is minutes away from shops, restaurants, pubs, parks, museums, theatres and the river. The historic buildings have been modernised for 21st century needs and there are several peaceful courtyards and gardens.

The study rooms available, occupied in term time and vacation periods by students, are equipped with bed linen, towels and a hospitality tray with tea and coffee making facilities, including a small refrigerator and will be serviced daily by the friendly scouts. All rooms are fitted with a hand basin and there are showers and toilets in each staircase or block.

Unfortunately, the rooms are unsuitable for those with mobility problems.


Check in: 14:00 (2:00pm) - 23:30 (11:30pm) (arrivals may be allowed outside this window if your travel plans can't be adjusted however this is subject to availability)

Check out: 10:00 (10:00am) - 10:00 (10:00am)



History

University College (in full, the Master and Fellows of the College of the Great Hall of the University of Oxford, colloquially referred as Univ) owes its origins to William of Durham, who died in 1249. A legend grew up in the 1380’s that Univ was really founded even earlier, by King Alfred in 872. Nowadays, however, William of Durham is accepted as Univ’s true founder, but that still gives University College a claim to be the oldest college in Oxford or Cambridge.

 Amongst the most known Alumni you’ll find: Percy Bysshe Shelley, William Beveridge, John Radcliffe, Clement Attlee, Prof. Stephen Hawking, Harold Wilson, Bob Hawke, Bill Clinton, C. S. Lewis and many many more.

Food & beverage

Rooms are offered with breakfast included in the price unless otherwise stated.

Breakfast is self-service and eaten in the Great Hall of the College.  A unique experience.

Times for Breakfast:  Monday - Saturday  8.00am - 9.00am, Sundays 9.00am - 10.00am

Grounds & Gardens

Considering the central location, Univ’s quiet courtyards and gardens are perfect to relax, read a book or simply enjoy the weather when suitable.

Other facilities

Guests staying at the College are most welcome to visit the Shelley Memorial and the Chapel. 

The Shelley Memorial houses a statue by Edward Onslow Ford of the poet Percy Bysshe Shelley, a former member of the college, who was expelled for writing The Necessity of Atheism.  The Chapel was begun in 1640 and consecrated in 1666, with fine Van Linge's stained glass windows and Ante Chapel screen. In 1862 George Gilbert Scott designed a new roof in the Gothic style, a new East window and a stone reredos at the East End.

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4.1
Based on 29 reviews
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You get a basic, very clean but small and student single bed, student room with full ensuite (shower was good) in very beautiful setting and good breakfast in the college hall. No television etc. but good wifi. Is located in the very centre of Oxford with easy walking access around Oxford. Great for the traveller coming to Oxford by train and who is going out in the evenings. If coming by car then probably use Park & Ride.

Anon

We had a lovely stay and the rooms were bright, airy and very clean but one of the mattresses in room 1.8 was very comfortable the springs stuck through and the visitor had trouble sleeping on this which was a shame as every else was first class. We did complain to the Porter when checking out. The room was excellent value for money.

TeresaC

Thank you, the room was clean and comfortable. kettle and tea much appreciated. We were not offered breakfast with this booking sadly.. Porter and staff very helpful and welcoming.

DianaH

Very much enjoyed my stay. All excellent especially the location in the centre of Oxford.

Anon

Really lovely stay. Would love to visit again.

Anon

Such a lovely way to spend a night in Uni

ElizabethJ

V good hotel like experience

RosemaryP

Excellent stay. Thank you

RogerP

Delicious food

HughR

Facilities & information

Summary

13th-century buildings (or older)

14th-century buildings

15th-century buildings

16th-century buildings

17th-century buildings

18th-century buildings

19th-century buildings

20th-century buildings

Breakfast included

No parking

No smoking

B&B

Historic property

Facilities

Free broadband access (wifi)

Shared gardens

Outdoor terrace

Garden furniture

Squash court

24 hour security

Linen included

Towels included

Central heating

First aid / doctor on site

Food

Continental breakfast (included)

Cooked breakfast (included)

Recreations

Recommended walks

Pub (walking distance)

Museums (walking distance)

Historic Houses

Gardens

Golf course (a short drive)

Tennis courts (walking distance)

Recommended restaurants (walking distance)

Theatre (walking distance)

Arrival information & directions

Address: University College, High Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OxfordOX1 4BH, United Kingdom

On arrival, you need to report to the Porter’s Lodge located in the main entrance. There is a porter on duty 24 hours a day.

University College is located on the south side of the High St, a few yards from the Queens Lane bus stops, and a 10-15 minute walk or a short taxi ride from the railway station.

It is regrettable that parking is not available in college however Thornhill and Seacourt Park & Ride stop outside the college. Guests are asked to respect college staff and property bearing in mind that students and tutors live and work on site.

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