Hotels in Oxford, United Kingdom
Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford
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Oxford
Best known as the home of one of the world’s most prestigious universities, Oxford is the England of story books: elegant medieval colleges, buildings hewn from honey-yellow limestone and pretty cobbled streets. Unsurprisingly, Oxford is also the city that inspired literary greats including JRR Tolkein and CS Lewis, and is home to the magnificent Bodleian Library. Whether you’re visiting to explore the city’s remarkable history or to immerse yourself in its culture, there are a number of Oxford hotels available, and Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford is well placed for both Oxford city centre and the wider area.
Get your bearings
Located in the heart of Oxfordshire in south-east England, Oxford is enviably positioned, surrounded by beautiful countryside and historic properties including Blenheim Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Oxford city centre is just as packed with historic spots, including the Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology, and the fascinating Oxford University Museum of Natural History, as well as the adjoining Pitt Rivers Museum, home to an impressive anthropological collection.
Don’t miss
Not everyone comes to Oxford to study, and you’ll discover a darker side to the city at Oxford Castle and Prison. With almost 1,000 years of history, the castle came into use as a prison in the 14th-century, and only closed its doors in 1996. If all that sounds a bit too sinister for you, you’ll find light relief in the city’s shopping options, both in independent boutiques in the 18th-century covered market and the modern Westgate Oxford Centre.
While you’re there
Situated on both the River Cherwell and the River Thames, a visit to Oxford wouldn’t be complete without taking a punt – and we don’t mean placing a bet. Head to the Magdalen Bridge Boathouse where you can hire a vessel and learn the art of punting (or hire a chauffeur if you’re worried about getting wet). After that, in a city as classical as Oxford, there’s only one place to go: a proper British pub for a hard-earned drink. Head to The Lamb and Flag or The Eagle and Child and you’ll be drinking in the same establishments where Lewis and Tolkein once frequented.
Best known as the home of one of the world’s most prestigious universities, Oxford is the England of story books: elegant medieval colleges, buildings hewn from honey-yellow limestone and pretty cobbled streets. Unsurprisingly, Oxford is also the city that inspired literary greats including JRR Tolkein and CS Lewis, and is home to the magnificent Bodleian Library. Whether you’re visiting to explore the city’s remarkable history or to immerse yourself in its culture, there are a number of Oxford hotels available, and Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford is well placed for both Oxford city centre and the wider area.
Get your bearings
Located in the heart of Oxfordshire in south-east England, Oxford is enviably positioned, surrounded by beautiful countryside and historic properties including Blenheim Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Oxford city centre is just as packed with historic spots, including the Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology, and the fascinating Oxford University Museum of Natural History, as well as the adjoining Pitt Rivers Museum, home to an impressive anthropological collection.
Don’t miss
Not everyone comes to Oxford to study, and you’ll discover a darker side to the city at Oxford Castle and Prison. With almost 1,000 years of history, the castle came into use as a prison in the 14th-century, and only closed its doors in 1996. If all that sounds a bit too sinister for you, you’ll find light relief in the city’s shopping options, both in independent boutiques in the 18th-century covered market and the modern Westgate Oxford Centre.
While you’re there
Situated on both the River Cherwell and the River Thames, a visit to Oxford wouldn’t be complete without taking a punt – and we don’t mean placing a bet. Head to the Magdalen Bridge Boathouse where you can hire a vessel and learn the art of punting (or hire a chauffeur if you’re worried about getting wet). After that, in a city as classical as Oxford, there’s only one place to go: a proper British pub for a hard-earned drink. Head to The Lamb and Flag or The Eagle and Child and you’ll be drinking in the same establishments where Lewis and Tolkein once frequented.
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About the City
Oxford highlights include the University of Oxford colleges, Bodleian Library, Radcliffe Camera, Christ Church College (featured in Harry Potter), and the Ashmolean Museum. A walk along the River Thames or University Parks is also a must.
On day one, explore the historic colleges, Bodleian Library, and Christ Church. On day two, visit the Ashmolean Museum, take a punting trip on the River Cherwell, and enjoy shopping at the Covered Market.
Oxford is known as the “City of Dreaming Spires”, famous for the University of Oxford, one of the oldest in the world. It’s also known for its architecture, museums, and links to Harry Potter filming locations.
Popular day trips include the Cotswolds, Blenheim Palace, Stratford-upon-Avon (Shakespeare’s birthplace), and London, which is just an hour away by train.
Yes, many colleges are open to the public, including Christ Church, Magdalen College, and New College. Some require a small entry fee.
The city centre has plenty of pubs and cocktail bars. Historic pubs like The Turf Tavern and The Eagle and Child are popular, alongside lively student bars and clubs near George Street.
Free activities include visiting the Ashmolean Museum, Pitt Rivers Museum, walking around the colleges’ exteriors, and enjoying green spaces like Christ Church Meadow.
Oxford has plenty of indoor attractions. Visit the Ashmolean Museum, Pitt Rivers Museum, or the Bodleian Library. Explore historic colleges like Christ Church, or enjoy the Covered Market for shopping and cafés. Guests staying at Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford can also relax at the hotel’s spa and leisure club with a pool.
Leonardo Hotels in the City
Leonardo Hotels operates the Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford, located in the north of Oxford near the A34, about a 10-minute drive or bus ride to the city centre and University colleges.
Nearby are Oxford University Press Museum, Port Meadow, and bus routes that take you directly into the city centre for the Bodleian Library, Ashmolean Museum, and Christ Church College.
The hotel is about a 10-minute drive from Oxford Station, with buses and taxis available.
Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford is about a 10-minute drive or 15–20 minutes by bus to the University of Oxford colleges and city-centre attractions.
Oxford is around an hour by direct train from London Paddington or London Marylebone. Guests can reach Oxford Station in about 10 minutes from the hotel.
Hotel Features & Services
Yes, the hotel offers free on-site parking, ideal for guests arriving by car.
Yes, the hotel has 20 conference and event rooms, accommodating everything from business meetings to large banquets.
Yes, the hotel features a health and leisure club with an indoor swimming pool, sauna, and steam room.
Yes, the hotel includes a fully equipped gym as part of its leisure club.
Yes, the hotel offers a spa and wellness facilities, including treatment rooms for massages and beauty therapies.
Yes, the hotel has multiple dining options, including a restaurant serving international cuisine and a lounge bar.
Yes, the hotel provides family and connecting rooms, making it suitable for guests visiting Oxford with children.
Yes, Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford offers accessible rooms and facilities for guests with reduced mobility.
Yes, all guest rooms at the hotel are air-conditioned for year-round comfort.
Yes, with its extensive conference facilities, free parking, leisure club, and proximity to the historic city, Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford caters equally well to business and leisure travellers.
