Central Backpackers OxfordvsOld Bank Hotel
Central Backpackers Oxford and Old Bank Hotel are both highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Old Bank Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to Central Backpackers Oxford. Old Bank Hotel comes in at 91 with positive reviews from 10 publications including Oyster, Hideaway Report and Lonely Planet.
Central Backpackers Oxford
Lonely Planet
The Telegraph
13 Park End Street, Oxford OX1 1HH
From $24/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Breakfast included
- Baggage storage
- Board games / puzzles
Lonely Planet "A friendly budget option right in the centre of town, this small hostel has basic, bright and simple rooms that sleep four to 12 people, rooftop terrace and a small lounge with satellite TV." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"A small, friendly hostel with a central location, very welcoming staff and a great roof terrace." Full review
Old Bank Hotel
Fodor's
Frommer's
Tablet
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Rough Guide
Condé Nast Traveler The Telegraph
Oyster
Hideaway Report Show All Reviews
92 - 94 High Street, Oxford OX14BJ
From $265/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's "This stately converted bank building offers contemporary style in a city that favors the traditional." Full review
Frommer's "The first hotel created in the center of Oxford in 135 years, the Old Bank opened late in 1999 and immediately surpassed the traditional favorite, the Randolph." Full review
Tablet18.8
"Behind the Georgian facade of the one-time Barclays bank building is a boutique hotel in a charmingly contemporary style, restrained in its elegance." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Money still flows here as it is often fully booked – tribute to the sharp Armani styling of the rooms and the tempting new British cuisine."
Star Service "These days, you can bank on two things: the view from the rooftop platform is still the best in town, and the dining in Quod restaurant will be memorable. " Full review
Rough Guide "Great location for a slick hotel in a glistening conversion of an old bank."
Condé Nast Traveler "One can gaze out at the spires and listen to church bells, but the atmosphere is contemporary with an emphasis on food and drink and sleeping rooms with art from ownership's private collection." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"A smart, 42-room hotel in historic, old buildings with a buzzing, brasserie-style restaurant and a city-centre location that’s hard to beat, next to some of Oxford's oldest colleges." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The Old Bank Hotel is a handsome, luxury boutique property located right on High Street in the heart of historic Oxford." Full review
Hideaway Report92.0
"Stylish hotel in a 400-year-old building, decorated with a fine collection of modern art." Full review
