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Hollybush Guest House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, near University of Oxford

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk
Two-Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen
Garden
Double room with ensuite
Reception

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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530 Banbury Road, Oxford, England, OX2 8EG
  • Place, University of Oxford
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, John Radcliffe Hospital
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Oxford Castle
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Double room with ensuite

Double room with ensuite

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Heating
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Fan
Yard
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Dining table
Crib/infant bed
Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • 13 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single room with Ensuite

Single room with Ensuite

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Yard
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single room With Shared Bathroom

Single room With Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Heating
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Fan
Yard
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Dining table
Crib/infant bed
Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk

Family room With shared bathroom

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Heating
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Yard
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Dining table
Crib/infant bed
Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Twin Room

Comfort Twin Room

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Heating
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Fan
Yard
Soundproofed rooms
Heating
Dining table
Crib/infant bed
Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Oxford

At Hollybush Guest House you'll be steps from J.R.R. Tolkien's Grave and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from University of Oxford. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and tour/ticket assistance. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a hair salon and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class North Oxford guest house, attractions include Thames River and Blenheim Palace.
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What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • John Radcliffe Hospital - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Oxford Castle - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • New Theatre Oxford - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Christ Church College - 9 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Oxford Parkway Station - 18 min walk
  • Oxford (OXF) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Trout Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Mayflower - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dancing Dragon - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪St. Clares dining hall - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hollybush Guest House

Guesthouse with free parking, near University of Oxford
As a guest of Hollybush Guest House, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Hollybush Guest House also features room service (during limited hours), a hair salon, and a front desk safe. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Oxford guest house is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking on site
Hollybush Guest House offers 9 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Late-night room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 12:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 25.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Hollybush Guest House?

Yep, Hollybush Guest House has a free self car park.

What makes Hollybush Guest House a romantic place to stay?

Late-night room service, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hollybush Guest House.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hollybush Guest House?

No, Hollybush Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hollybush Guest House?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hollybush Guest House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Hollybush Guest House Reviews

5.8

5.0/10

Cleanliness

5.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 26 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Stavroula

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor. Definitely would not recomend.

Checkin was poor. Door answered by lady on phone. Hardly spoke. Gave keys to us and showed us barcode for wifi and left. Never saw anyone else. Checked out with no one about. Just lefy keys on desk. Place was really run down. Bathroom was dirty. Didnt want to touch anything or use any of the facilities. Was also very noisy at night with family and kids. Smell of food hovered in air. Room was cold. TV signal was bad.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

So awful we didn't stay

On entry the hall carpet was grubby and threadbare. We were given the room keys and told the room door was open. There was a pedestal fan running & a window open probably to disguise the smell. The bedding was stained and even had spots of blood on it when we pulled it back also hair on the pillow. The divan base was absolutely filthy, disgusting. The en-suite was grubby with dirty wc disguised with loo blue. Shower tray was awful and the silicon sealant had black mould in places. Needless to say we told the guy that the room was not to the standard we were expecting and we didn't wish to stay. We left as quickly as possible and came home.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Ok for what it cost
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verity

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Arrived to a dirty bathroom that hadn't been cleaned at all. Very run down. Overall room was in need of a deep clean, and the sink had a smelly drain. Fridge had been turned off despite it being a hot day. Rubbish and mess outside the back door leading from my room. Not a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gillian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never again

Nothing like was being advertised Would never stay there again was out the door by 8 the next day without a drink or shower. When we arrived at1.30 we were told to come back at 2.30 as the room was being cleaned, when we went in the toilet was still dirty the sink tap came off in my hand and there was mould in the shower even the door to the toilet was grubby. I tried to sleep on top of the bed was not going to get into it, although the bedding was clean and had been changed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jawad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible

The family suite was dirty, broken run down room. We never saw a staff member only spoke on the phone. Totally overpriced and felt unsafe. The conditions were so bad we did not even stay and made other arrangements.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alun

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible

The family suite was dirty, broken run down room. We never saw a staff member only spoke on the phone. Totally overpriced and felt unsafe. The conditions were so bad we did not even stay and made other arrangements.
Disgusting toilet seat
Mild and damp in bathroom
Broken wood expose appliance
Dirty bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Fenny

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

yu

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

PATRICK

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Terrible bed - no where to put suitcases, bathroom too small...you have to sqeez between toilet and a small sink...heaters were turned off so room was very cold!! They ask for too much money for what it is!! Owner is unfriendly!! I can never go back!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Toby

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Disliked: Staff & service
Booked last min so was hard to get into the hotel. It was an ok stay, nothing to complain about and nothing to rave about.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

GRAHAM

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Was an ok find. Expedia states you can check in at 1pm, but it's 2pm. The room was well equipped with a kettle microwave and fridge. The bath mat could do with a wash, loo could have done with an extra flush, before we got there but it's not too much of an issue. The staff were friendly and JRR Tolkien's grave is in the cemetery opposite!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Gerry

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

gregory, Brilliant

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid not as described

Avoid this place at all costs. When we arrived the reception was empty which was expected as we had been trying to call in the week to find out the latest check in time and the phone was not answered. There was a mobile number stuck to the door and all the room keys laid out on a desk. Upon phoning the number I was informed they never receive info from hotels.Com and I will need to phone hotels.Com and get them to call the accommodation. Instead I agreed to send them a copy of my reservation as this was not our responsibility. We booked a room with a private bathroom but were informed this was not available, we were given a room with Burger King bags full of tea and a half eaten packet of biscuits in the drawer where you would put your clothes. The worst thing however was the breakfast which was supposed to be a full English at the time of booking and one of the main reasons we booked the hotel in the first place. At breakfast we were informed they have never offered this and instead were greeted with mouldy fruit, tired salad and tesco value ham, also there wasn't even enough fruit juice for us to each have a glass, so we had a coffee and then went to get breakfast from a local petrol station instead. I would also like to note this is outside the Oxford ring road and is a 15 minute drive into the city centre. Also the luxury toiletries described when booking turned out to be a large mostly empty cheap bottle of shower gel so not even any shampoo. Avoid at all costs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Turned up at the property expecting a single room with bathroom The owner was out shopping and had to wait over 1/2 hour for her to return only to be told she doesnt have a contract with expedia and had no room for me to stay. She did try once to ring them to no avail. Terrible treatment when I had travelled over 3 hours. No offer of any room elsewhere was suggested. By this time it was after 10 pm and I had to try and find another place to stay Would definately not book with expedia again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Issei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I'm Japanese. I had a good time. Its very clean and served good meals. Let's stay here! Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Shower door could not stay closed Electricalwires comming fron a hole in celling The prperty could do with some maintenance
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was OK, Good bus connections to the City
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023