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Westgate Hotel

1 Botley Rd, Oxford OX2 0AA

Rating: 3.8 ★ (244 ratings)

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Westgate Hotel. This friendly, family-run establishment in Oxford was originally a coaching inn, retaining a sense of traditional character. It offers a pleasant, comfortable atmosphere, standing out with its historical roots and dedication to guest satisfaction. The hotel benefits from a superb setting in the west of Oxford, moments from the railway station and just a short walk to the vibrant city centre, providing easy access to the area's renowned colleges and attractions. Guests can also enjoy tranquil strolls along the nearby River Thames, with picturesque views of Oxford’s famous dreaming spires.

Comfortable, smoke-free rooms are available across the main hotel and a separate annexe building, with options for both private and shared bathroom facilities. Each room includes complimentary Wi-Fi, a flat-screen television with satellite channels, and a kettle for convenience. A continental breakfast is served each morning, with the option to upgrade to a cooked breakfast for a supplementary charge, and guests can unwind at the on-site lounge bar. Further amenities include luggage storage, daily housekeeping, and a garden with a terrace for relaxation.

This welcoming hotel provides a good value option for sightseers and budget travellers seeking a convenient base for exploring Oxford. It particularly suits those on business trips or leisure stays, offering proximity to the Said Business School and excellent transport links from Oxford train station. The Westgate Hotel appeals to guests looking for a friendly, traditional experience with helpful staff and a prime location for enjoying the city's academic charm, cultural sights, and riverside scenery.

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+44 7436 867181 | http://www.westgatehoteloxford.co.uk/

Comments

Derrick Biedermann

19 Aug 2026

1.0 ★

Terrible "hotel" for the price, at least in the Abby Road complex. First, the rooms are dated, stuffy, small and lack a private bath, functioning more as a dorm than a proper hotel. Second, our room (situated down the road in a seperate building from the main hotel) had 0 air flow, and was consistently 5-10 degrees warmer than the outside air temperature or seemingly most other rooms in the building, resulting in nights where the room was upper 70's even as the outside had not broken 70 in hours. When hotel staff was made aware of this on our second night, after multiple complaints, hotel staff decided there was simply nothing to be done. No replacement room. Not even a spare fan. To add insult to injury, we have pre-booked our hotel room well ahead of our visit, and by the time we arrived their parking lot was being occupied by a noisy construction project. This forced patrons to park in a neighboring hotel parking lot, AT AN ADDITIONAL FEE that we had to either accept, or kick rocks.

TL:DR, Overpriced, poorly described and designed rooms in the Abby road complex, unhelpful staff. Better off paying the 30-40 pounds more a night for a better nearby hotel.

Jennifer Hogg

1 May 2026

5.0 ★

We stayed for 3 nights and had a wonderful time staying at Westgate Hotel! Steve was so helpful with pub and sightseeing recommendations, and all of the breakfast staff were lovely and attentive. The room was perfect, clean, newly updated bathroom, and enough room when a third person joined us for a visit. The Garden Cafe was a lovely place to sit outdoors. There was construction happening right outside around the station (April 2026), but we weren't at all bothered by the minimal noise, and nights were completely fine. The location close to the train was so convenient! Definitely recommend the Westgate!

Emma Bell

15 Mar 2026

4.0 ★

We stayed here in the family room and it was absolutely fine for what we needed. It is a bit dated but perfectly clean and the beds were extremely comfortable. Staff were friendly, helpful and attentive. Location is perfect for Oxford train station and city centre. Breakfast was continental but plenty of it - cereals, granola, muesli, yoghurt, croissants, pain chocolate, fresh fruit, toast, juice, tea or coffee. The roadworks outside did not bother us but I don't know if we were just lucky with our timing. Cheaper than most other options in Oxford. All in all, good value as we shared the cost and a pleasant, convenient stay. Would stay again.

Bjorn Ironside

28 Feb 2026

4.0 ★

It was pretty nice. The bed was amazingly comfortable. The breakfast also was a big portion. Staff was helpful. Only problem is, we traveled to the hotel at night, and there was no water in the room. They should’ve put at least 2 bottles of water. Other than that it was a nice staying.

Sally Evans

19 Jan 2026