Ethos Hotel offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Thames River and University of Oxford. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Caffè Ethos, which serves Italian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are offered, and in-room conveniences at this Victorian hotel include fridges and microwaves. The helpful staff and walkability get good marks from fellow travellers.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in/out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 2 children (15 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site self-parking (GBP 30 per day)
On-site parking is limited
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Free daily reception
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Children's menu
What to do
Access to nearby health club
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Boat tours nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
2 meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference space (2153 square feet)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bike hire
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Built in 1888
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Victorian architecture
Accessibility
Handrails in stairwells
Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 60
Closed-captioned TV
Magnifying mirror
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
5 steps to reach property
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
47-inch Smart TV
Premium digital channels
Netflix
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free international and long-distance calls
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Caffè Ethos – This restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: GBP 150.00 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Parking
Self-parking costs GBP 30 per day
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Ethos Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ethos Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Ethos Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of GBP 150.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Ethos Hotel?
Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 30 per day. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ethos Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge of GBP 20.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 20.00 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Ethos Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as boat tours and hiking. Ethos Hotel also has access to a nearby health club.
Are there restaurants at or near Ethos Hotel?
Yes, Caffè Ethos offers Italian cuisine.
What's the area around Ethos Hotel like?
Ethos Hotel is in South Oxford, a short 4-minute walk from Thames River and 8 minutes' walk from University of Oxford. Travellers recommend the hotel for its walkable location.
Ethos Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Poor
17 Dec 2024
Maurice
Maurice, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Dec 2024
Troy
Troy, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Nov 2024
Professor Catherine
Professor Catherine, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Oct 2024
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Sept 2024
Great
Yanbing
Yanbing, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Sept 2024
Fremioth
Fremioth, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
12 Sept 2024
DO NOT BOOK HERE. This is one step up from a hostel, other than the food.
Photos do NOT reflect what you get!! I booked a Delux Quadruple that was advertised as spacious. I got a ground floor room that stepped immediately onto the sidewalk with two beds, NO DRAWERS AND THE CLOSETS WERE STUFFED WITH SHEETS AND COMFORTERS.
I discussed the discrepancies with the front desk person and her reply was, yes the photos are misleading on Expedia, but then I showed her the same photos on there website - no comment. When I asked about why I was paying the same amount for a cramped room the reply was “That is what you get today for that charge, the charges change daily”
This is a place that misleads you and smiles while doing it.
Three other guests were making the same comments as they had nowhere to place their luggage in their room as the beds left no space around them.
BOOK HERE AT YOUR OWN RISK!!
Graham
Graham, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Sept 2024
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Sept 2024
Excellent stay. Staff was incredibly nice. Location is great as well.
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Aug 2024
Ron
Ron, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
21 Aug 2024
The room was in the basement, underground
Gennadi
Gennadi, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
19 Aug 2024
Cute little hotel but the rooms were spacious, clean and affordable. The cafe connected had great food and the staff were really nice. Short walk to Christ Church and City Center where all the action was happening. I really enjoyed my stay.
Michael
Michael, 5-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 July 2024
Absolutely lovely stay!
The staff was so unbelievably kind - I cannot say enough good things about them! From the free snacks in the cafe through to putting the Olympics on during meals, we were really treated like family. Someone even helped me get my rental car out of the parking lot (which absolutely terrified me as an American). The location is great - right near the folly bridge, a convenient walk to everything while still being quiet and peaceful!
Nicole
Nicole, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 July 2024
Katharine
Katharine, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 July 2024
Staying here was delightful. The area was quiet and very close to great things to see in Oxford. We had a lovely dinner and continental breakfast while we stayed. The manager was lovely and accommodating. We will definitely be back on our next trip to Oxford!
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 July 2024
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david
david, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 July 2024
Nice and clean. Close to downtown. Would go again.
Adi
Adi, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
14 July 2024
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
14 July 2024
The property was over—rated and very expensive, probably due to surge pricing. The cafe staff were incredibly helpful and that was the saving grace.
Michael
Michael, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 July 2024
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 July 2024
Lovely staff lovely breakfast. Close to all amenities.
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
8 July 2024
E
E, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
7 July 2024
The place needs some updating with bathroom walls pilling off and mould around the window. As soon as 7am arrives the whole building smells like breakfast and made the morning uncomfortable until we had to open the window in the room.
Cornelia
Cornelia, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 July 2024
Our room was lovely and the waitress at diner provided amazing service. I highly recommend this place!
Tashon
Tashon, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 July 2024
The hotel is really nice and it has a nice little restaurant/cafe. The staff was also really nice and accommodating as well. The only issue is that the bed wasnt as soft as we like