The Highwayman Hotel Oxford, Oxford ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

249 Banbury Road, Oxford, United Kingdom

The Highwayman Hotel is a three-century-old establishment located just 6.5 miles from Oxford, known for its rich history as an inn, hotel, and public house. It blends traditional charm with modern accommodations and offers a variety of dining options. The hotel also provides free overnight secure moorings for canal boaters, enhancing its appeal in this scenic region.

Location

The Highwayman Hotel is located near Kidlington, providing easy access to Oxford's historical attractions. Public transportation options are abundant, with buses every 15 minutes to Oxford and the nearest railway stations offering direct services to London. The hotel also features convenient access to the Oxford Canal for scenic walks.

Rooms

The hotel offers a selection of guest rooms, including double and twin configurations. Rooms typically feature amenities such as en-suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee making facilities. Some accommodations boast whirlpool baths, while others have traditional walk-in showers.

Eat & Drink

Dining at The Highwayman includes a menu of traditional home-cooked meals available for lunch and dinner. The bar serves an extensive range of beverages, including real ales, wines sold by the glass, and various soft drinks. Options for breakfast range from continental to full English, with meals highlighting locally sourced ingredients.

Leisure & Business

Leisure facilities at The Highwayman include a vibrant public bar featuring live music sessions on Fridays. The hotel also offers free Wi-Fi throughout, along with a children's playground for family visits. Business inquiries can be accommodated through its flexible food and beverage services.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Twin Room

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2 persons

1 m²

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2 Single beds

Garden view

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King Room

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2 persons

1 m²

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1 Double bed

Garden view

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Single Room

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1 person

1 m²

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1 Single bed

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Getting around

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City Center

Oxford 5.8 mi

Airports

Gloucestershire (GLO) 44.9 mi

London Heathrow (LHR) 49.6 mi

Train

Oxford Train Station 5.5 mi

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Ample Parking Space

“I appreciated the ample free parking right outside my room, making it effortless to access my vehicle.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast was cooked to perfection, pipping hot, and offered a great variety to choose from.” view full review

Spacious and Cozy

“The room was spacious and well-lit, with a lovely bed that guaranteed a great night’s sleep.” view full review

Modern Amenities

“The bathroom had a modern design with a powerful shower, making it a refreshing start to my day.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Pets allowed
Security
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid shuttle service
Housekeeping
Car rental
Laundry
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches

Children

Children's menu
Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

249 Banbury Road, Oxford, United Kingdom

Map view

249 Banbury Road, Oxford, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Palace

Blenheim Palace

2.7 mi

St Mary The Virgin

4800 ft

Church

Church Of St Giles

4900 ft

Farm

Willowbrook Organic Farm

1.1 mi

St John Ambulance

4100 ft

Church

Church Of Holy Cross

5100 ft

Cherwell Club

4300 ft

Church

Kidlington Baptist Church

4500 ft

Church

Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin

4800 ft

Church

Church of St Michael

1.1 mi

Church

Kidlington Methodist Church

4800 ft

Priory of Saint John Baptist

1.1 mi

River Cherwell

1.2 mi

Saint Thomas More

1.2 mi

Church

St Martin's Church

2.1 mi

Saint John the Baptist Hall Church

1.7 mi

Bladon camp

1.7 mi

United Kingdom

Blenheim Park

3.1 mi

Rosie the Elephant

1.9 mi

Church of St Bartholomew

2.1 mi

Church

The Parish Church of Saint Martin Bladon

2.1 mi

Sir Winston Churchill's Grave

2.1 mi

Bladon Methodist Church

2.2 mi

Pleasure Gardens

Butterfly House

2.2 mi

Museums

The Oxfordshire Museum

2.7 mi

Blenheim Palace Conference Center

2.5 mi

Bletchingdon Park

2.4 mi

Broadway Theatre

Shakespeare's Rose Theatre

2.6 mi

Museums

Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum

2.7 mi

Nearby

Church

Church Of Holy Cross

2600 ft

Restaurants

Dial A Curry

1200 ft

13 Bankside

Tandoor Night

1300 ft

13A Bankside First floor

The Jolly Boatman

1900 ft

216 Banbury Road

The Boat Inn

3200 ft

Canal Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

72%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.2/10

Very good

Rooms

7.7

Location

7.3

Service

8.0

Dining

7.0

David

United Kingdom, May 2024

7.4/10

The inn offers comfortable and recently renovated rooms, though it could use a bit of freshening up. The service at breakfast time was excellent, with a minor hiccup. The location, though slightly further out than expected, is manageable and scenic. The dining experience was mainly positive, with one minor issue. Overall, a decent stay with room for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfortable and recently renovated.

Service

7.0

The service at breakfast time was excellent, with a small mix-up.

Location

7.0

The inn is located on a canal bank with a large garden, slightly far out but manageable.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was fresh and good, with a minor issue in one dish.

Facilities

7.0

The inn offers basic facilities, could use enhancement.

Richard

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.0/10

The hotel provided a spacious, warm, and comfortable stay with lovely bath facilities. Although there were issues with the cleanliness and fresh linens, the heat was delightful. The room overlooked the Canal, offering a nice view, but could benefit from some updating.

Rooms

8.0

The room was really lovely with a very clean and spacious layout. It had a nice big TV and overlooked the Canal.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent; the staff were very friendly and helpful, assisting with local public transport routes and schemes. They went above and beyond to make our stay pleasant.

Location

9.0

The location was great, right by the Canal and conveniently close to two nice pubs for dinner. Despite being near a train line and airport, noise was minimal due to secondary double glazing.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was scrumptious, and the food was cooked fresh. However, it leaned towards being oily which was not the healthiest option.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate, but could benefit from some improvements.

Maria

United Kingdom, June 2023

6.8/10

The hotel had light and airy rooms with a varied breakfast selection, though lacking some details like waste paper bins and slip mats in the shower. However, the traditional key system was a bit inconvenient. The staff were friendly and willing to address any issues, making the stay pleasant overall.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were spacious and bright, offering a range of breakfast choices from toast to a full English. However, the lack of certain amenities like waste paper bins and shower slip mats was noticeable. The traditional key system for room access could be challenging.

Service

8.0

The service was outstanding, with friendly and accommodating staff willing to assist. They made the stay enjoyable despite some minor shortcomings.

Location

6.0

The hotel's location was further from town than expected, but the hotel arranged convenient transportation services for guests. The surrounding area, especially along the canal, was pleasant for leisurely strolls.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was satisfactory, with friendly staff accommodating special requests. However, some items were not included in the rate, and the quality of certain dishes could be inconsistent.

Facilities

7.0