The Head of the River vs Malmaison Oxford Castle
Both The Head of the River and Malmaison Oxford Castle are recommended by writers. Overall, Malmaison Oxford Castle ranks significantly better than The Head of the River. Malmaison Oxford Castle ranks #2 in Oxford with endorsements from 11 reviews including Condé Nast Traveler, Concierge and Frommer's.
The Head of the River
Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford OX1 4LB
From $145 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Restaurant
- Smoking Rooms
- Free Parking
- Flatscreen TV
The Telegraph
8.0
"This stunning and popular riverside pub, with fabulous bedrooms, huge terrace and all day dining, offers a rollicking Oxford experience in the heart of the city."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A genuine jewel among Oxford hotels, this large and characterful place, at Folly Bridge immediately south of Christ Church, was originally a Thames-side warehouse."
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Independent
"On the riverbank just below Christ Church, perhaps the university’s grandest college, the Head of the River pub has long been one of the best places to while away an afternoon"
Malmaison Oxford Castle
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3 Oxford Castle, Oxford OX1 1AY
From $146 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge
"When to go: Spring through fall.
Which room to book: Nos. 101 through 139 for the luxe jailbird experience, or one of the split-level suites in the governor's old house (doubles,..."
Frommer's
"In spite of its former origins, this is a stylish and comfortable place to stay."
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Insight Guides
"Occupying the former prison – with each room consisting of three cells knocked into one – this stylish boutique hotel offers the ultimate escape."
Star Service
"For travelers looking for something quirky, this place can be quite captivating in more ways than one. "
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Rough Guide
"Unusual lodgings in an old Victorian prison in the old Oxford Castle complex, now given a stylish makeover, with very chic modern rooms."