Newton House
82-84 Abingdon Road, Oxford, OX1 4PL, GB
Rating: 4.0 ★ (195 ratings)
Details
Newton House presents as a charming guesthouse formed from two handsome Victorian townhouses, thoughtfully adjoined to create a sizeable accommodation in Oxford. It maintains many original features and period furniture, while also incorporating recently refurbished rooms with contemporary designs, offering a distinct blend of old-world character and modern comfort. This three-star, family-run establishment offers a quiet and comfortable setting just a short walk from Oxford's historic city centre, making it an excellent base for exploring the River Thames, Christ Church College, and the university.
The property offers fourteen en-suite bedrooms, including standard double, twin, and family options, all equipped with a writing desk, tea and coffee making facilities, and a flat-screen or SMART TV. Many rooms feature charming Victorian-style decor, with some even boasting a period fireplace. Each private bathroom includes a shower, hairdryer, and bath sheets for guest convenience. Further amenities include free full fibre WiFi access throughout and daily housekeeping, alongside services such as express check-in/check-out and luggage storage.
Newton House is ideally suited for various travellers, whether visiting for business or a leisurely short break in Oxford, appealing particularly to those who value a convenient central location and the benefit of complimentary private parking. Guests frequently commend the friendly and welcoming staff, noting the clean and comfortable rooms as a significant draw. With its blend of character and modern provisions, and a reputation for hospitable service, the guesthouse offers a welcoming atmosphere that some guests describe as feeling akin to staying with family.
Location
Opening Hours
Monday: 4:00 – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 4:00 – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 4:00 – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 4:00 – 8:00 PM; Friday: 4:00 – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 3:00 – 6:00 PM; Sunday: 4:00 – 8:00 PM
Contact
+44 1865 240561
Comments
The main issue with our stay is the noise from rooms above. Creaking floors and unfortunately the guest above us seemed to be entering the worlds loudest snoring competition. We were in room 12 which is close to front door so could hear people coming back late. So if you book a room here make sure you’re not in ground floor.
There are easily accessible irons, books and more tea, coffee etc downstairs by the back door.
The only negative was a lack of bath towels as the room only had one.
Overall We had a pleasant stay. It's in a good location and it's not bad for the price.
There were a couple of cleanliness issues, as the TV remote had some dried food on it and there were leftover shopping bags in the wardrobe from a previous stay. These were minor but noticeable details that could easily be improved.
Parking was a bit of a challenge. Although we understood it was on a first-come, first-served basis, we didn’t realise quite how small the car park was. The entrance is extremely narrow and spaces are very limited, so we weren’t able to park there and instead had to use a nearby car park at £16 per day. There were also very creaky floorboards. We could hear every step from the room above, which woke me up in the morning and became quite disruptive after a while.
However, Martyn (owner) was very friendly and welcoming, and kindly allowed us to check in early, which we really appreciated. The location is also great – about a 15-minute walk into the centre, making it convenient but still peaceful.
Overall, a comfortable stay with good service, just a few small areas that could be improved. Would stay here again :)
They don't have a regular reception, but someone can receive you till 6pm for check-in.
The room was fairly nice. However there was no hot water in the shower and it was fairly cold during my visit. I dealt with it because it was just one night. But it surely wasn't a nice experience since I was there for work. There was also a weird odor coming from the bathroom.
They didn't leave any coffee or tea in the room but I found some on a table at the end of the entrance hall.
The hotel itself is probably 15 minutes away from the center. And the area seems ok. It's ok for one night but I am not sure what it would be like if you stayed for longer. I probably won't book that place again.