Westgate Hotel

2.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Twin Room with Ensuite
Dining
Lobby sitting area
Restaurant

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1 Botley Road, Oxford, England, OX2 0AA
  • Place, Said Business School
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Oxford
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Christ Church College
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room with Shared Bathroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room with Shared Bathroom - Annexe

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room with Shared Bathroom - Annexe

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom - Annexe

  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room with Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room with Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room with Ensuite - Annexe

  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room with Shared Bathroom - Annexe

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room with Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room with Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Westgate Hotel

This smoke-free guesthouse features a bar/lounge, self parking, and a garden. Free buffet breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area. Change of towels is available on request.
Westgate Hotel offers 20 accommodations with hair dryers. Televisions come with digital channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, hair dryers, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Westgate Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from University of Oxford. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a bar and self parking (surcharge).
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Services include luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the breakfast
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Said Business School and 9 minutes by foot from University of Oxford
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Westgate Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Oxford guesthouse is smoke free.

Guests are served free buffet breakfast on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 50 metres; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 12.50 per night)
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from July 21 2025 to October 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
During renovations, the guesthouse will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 12.50 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an access code. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Westgate Hotel Oxford
Westgate Hotel Oxford
Westgate Hotel Guesthouse
Westgate Hotel Guesthouse Oxford

Westgate Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 418 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 418 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 418 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 418 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 418 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

deidre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, good breakfast, and lovely hotel staff that went out of their way to make us feel welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reuben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff - perfect for a short stay in Oxford.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous staff, clean rooms, great atmosphere and location to central Oxford.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay Very convenient for the railway station Very friendly staff Excellent breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Staff we’re very polite and helpful the hotel was good value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideally positioned for my stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great couple of nights here. The location is perfect for the train station and getting into Oxford for looking around and shopping. But the highlight is the staff, who are friendly and extremely helpful. Thanks for making a great stay even better!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful spot. Looking forward to the next stay.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, absolutely lovely staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gene Zyril

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very accommodating staff. The room is homely!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Steve was extremely helpful and personable. We felt welcomed and safe at Westgate. Breakfast was very good! A great place to stay close to the train station and York centre. A great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was small and a bit worn. The accommodation and service was basic.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic owners and amazing breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were wonderful. Great breakfast and so charming either in the indoor breakfast room or the garden. Downtown within easy walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marshall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buffet breakfast was perfect. Steve Jones was a fantastic host! Great option at these prices!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marina Abey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really want to thank the staff of Westgate hotel for being so kind and hospitable, especially Steve.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Alpar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for the very good service by the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Douglas

Functional hotel with decent continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

ANGELIKA

Liked: Staff & service
We were in the annex which was a little rough. Breakfast was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
It was ideal for our requirements and we would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zilan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice stay, old hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024