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In the "city of dreaming spires," academia takes center stage. Gaze out at Oxford's world-famous university from the top of Carfax Tower before heading into the city's pedestrian-friendly streets. The University's botanic garden and Ashmolean Museum are Britain's oldest. Follow your nose to the Covered Market for the makings of a picnic to enjoy at Headington Hill Park. Mix the historic and modern with visits to the 12th-century village church of Iffley and trendy Cowley's ethnic shops and... more » In the "city of dreaming spires," academia takes center stage. Gaze out at Oxford's world-famous university from the top of Carfax Tower before heading into the city's pedestrian-friendly streets. The University's botanic garden and Ashmolean Museum are Britain's oldest. Follow your nose to the Covered Market for the makings of a picnic to enjoy at Headington Hill Park. Mix the historic and modern with visits to the 12th-century village church of Iffley and trendy Cowley's ethnic shops and music venues. « less
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Mercure Eastgate Oxford

Nov 21, 2009

We were actually relocated to this hotel by another hotel due to an oversold situation. The lobby was very nice, but the guest rooms were a little disappointing. The decor is very "B & B" like, but of...more

The Holt Hotel

2 of 5 stars
Doncaster, United Kingdom
Nov 21, 2009

Despite an early evening arrival at the Hotel for a two night stay on half board basis there were no other vehicles in the car park, not a good sign. Because we were a group booking check in was...more

YHA Oxford

5 of 5 stars
Bridgnorth, UK
Nov 21, 2009

This could have been a Premier Inn or similar in many respects, it is that good. Highly recommended and an ideal location just around the corner from the train station. more

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