Old Parsonage Hotel, by The Oxford Collection

Hotel · Oxford

Old Parsonage Hotel, by The Oxford Collection

Hotel · Oxford

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1-3 Banbury Rd, Oxford OX2 6NN, United Kingdom

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Old Parsonage Hotel, by The Oxford Collection by Carol Sachs
Old Parsonage Hotel, by The Oxford Collection by Carol Sachs
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Nestled in a charming ivy-covered 17th-century parsonage near the University of Oxford, this stylish hotel offers comfort, exquisite dining, and an artsy vibe.  

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+44 1865 310210
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"How did it strike you on arrival?Arriving at the Old Parsonage after walking down the pub-filled Oxford street of St Giles, I can’t believe I am in Oxford and not some rural idyll. The hotel, with its Cotswold stone facing covered with trailing ivy looking as if it belongs lost in the countryside. This is a hotel I am keen to get inside, I want to be here and with the smiling welcome I get from the concierge, I’m even happier with where I am after the train up from London. What’s the crowd like?This is home to lots of Oxford parents, that is, parents of students up to check in on their offspring. I'm told it's an institution among them. This is where you come for lunch to celebrate graduating, and where you stay if you want to show off a bit. But there are also a few general art lovers here, the Ashmolean gallery being only five minutes away. The good stuff: Tell us about the rooms.I took a deluxe room, the mid-range of the hotel's offerings and if I had a complaint it would be that it was small for what you'd get at an equivalent price at any famous chain. However that is to be expected in a 400-year-old building with no room for expansion. It's clean and warm, the furniture antique, the bed a fine King with lots of natural fabrics and original art on the walls. It's cozy and comfortable and there are fresh flowers by the bed which is a lovely touch. We’re craving some deep, restorative sleep. They got us?Guests expect and The Old Parsonage delivers. The bed is perfect, the mattress not too springy for my liking and the linen fresh and pressed. How about the little things, like mini bar, or shower goodies. Any of that worth a mention?There is complimentary water, decent tea and coffee and a mini-bar with a good selection of beer and wine and soft drinks. The flatscreen TV was easy to use, as was the hairdryer. Often smaller boutique hotels forget the importance of these perhaps smaller details. The flowers in the room though, are the most eye catching detail. Please tell us the bathroom won’t let us down.I loved the bathroom, again small but high-end, all in marble with a walk-in rainfall shower. The linen bathrobes are soft and dry well, while the Luxury Noble Isle toiletries are spot on, a brand I'd never tried before but which felt luxurious. Anything stand out about other services and features?Breakfast. The breakfast is exceptional. There's all you can wish for including the usual Full English, but also a homemade granola of nuts and seeds topped with berries and fresh yogurt. My poached egg with smoked salmon was also superb. Later in the day, the afternoon teas are worth taking on the small terrace if you can get a table. Anything else we should know?It's difficult to park nearby unless you pay a premium, but that goes for Oxford in general. Otherwise waking up and looking out on to the spires of the colleges is an experience that can't be beat. Bottom line: worth it?Worth every penny for the charm, comfort and central location" - Ramsay Short

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Saphieh Ashtiany

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I have had dinner here several times. The ambiance and service is very good - welcoming and pleasant. The food is good too. There are 2 excellent dishes that I have often eaten. The confit of duck beautifully cooked with a crisp skin and tender flesh. The Jerusalem artichoke risotto really nice.

Afroz Ahsan

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I recently had the pleasure of trying the chicken schnitzel at The Parsonage Grill in Oxford, and it was nothing short of exceptional. The schnitzel itself was beautifully golden and perfectly crisp, with a tender and flavorful interior that spoke to the quality of the ingredients and the care in preparation. The dish was topped with a delicately fried egg, its yolk adding a rich and silky texture that complemented the crunchy schnitzel. The capers and fresh herbs on top introduced a briny and fresh element that elevated the overall flavor profile, making each bite more exciting than the last. On the side, the smooth, creamy mashed potatoes were the perfect accompaniment—comforting and luxurious, providing a soft contrast to the crispy schnitzel. The presentation was simple yet elegant, showing the chef’s confidence in letting the quality of the food speak for itself. Dining at The Parsonage Grill was an experience I won’t soon forget, and this chicken schnitzel is a must-try for anyone visiting Oxford. It’s a classic dish done to perfection, with thoughtful touches that make it truly memorable.

John H

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A hidden gem in the heart of Oxford, offering a luxurious room furnished to the highest standard, amazing food and consistently attentive staff. |We stayed in the Randolph suite, which was so perfectly finished there was not a hair out of place. A huge comfy bed, air conditioning and beautiful soft furnishing.|We had afternoon tea on the terrace, which great value and very tasty. In the evening we had dinner, again on the terrace under the huge heated umbrellas. The food was great, I had the rabbit pie and my partner the monkfish, both of which we great, the staff were attentive and friendly. |I had a named parking space and there were 2 EV charging points at the property.||We will definitely be back!

Ollie L

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Class service for Harry and Sergio, Harry especially. Top bartender, good craic. Appreciated the service from them both. Good team here overall. Great for a meal or fantastic for some drinks and service. Came with some family and they catered very well for us.

Colin Wade

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We are commenting on the Old Parsonage Grill which we booked for a birthday celebration. Whilst the food and ambience was good, the service was patchy, the waitress forgetting to put though side orders meaning we had to start our meals with no veg sides. This could have been forgiven because this is such a nice place to be in, until the bill turned up. £317 for five meals and drinks. I'm sorry but this is astronomically expensive for the experience we had. The overall evening did not justify a cost of over £60 a head. This is somewhere that is justifying ripping people off because of its location and reputation. If you are going to do that, the experience should be faultless and the food of much higher quality.

Aadil Ahmed

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This place dines out on an old reputation, which is clearly unwarranted. The food was so disappointing and service was young and untrained. They want to be the best restaurant in Oxford. It's not, it's far from it. I bet they give Hilary Clinton cleaner tables and chairs. No one seemed excited to work there. I will never go back. I feel robbed. I am so disappointed I took my guests here. It was ranks. The whole afternoon could taste overcooked monkfish.

Rosierox123

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Very small pokey room. Barely room for our minimal luggage. Having said that very comfortable bed and pillows. Very quiet. A lovely breakfast each morning. Staff very friendly and nice. Would have liked a non slip mat for showing. Shower over bath and bath very deep and difficult to get in and out of. No hand rails. Front staircase horrendous. Use rear ones. Close to attractions and a couple of nice little pubs.

treebeard_10

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We had the delight of staying at The Old Parsonage Hotel for only two nights earlier this month, post cruise and before flying home. A wonderful old building, renovated beautifully to enable it to keep its old charm and majesty. The outside dining area is governed by an ancient looking wisteria and lovely garden, the tables almost completely covered by a canopy of white umbrellas to ward off sprinkles of rain or high sun. The staff are friendly and professional, not to mention uncommonly strong! The two young ladies, Ella and Amira, who hefted our luggage up and down a tight circular staircase are not to be trifled with! The housekeeping ladies caught on to our affection for the packaged cookies left for us and made sure we were well stocked. |The location of The Old Parsonage made it very easy for us to walk to the busier area and see Oxford University and its many buildings, as well as a pilgrimage to The Eagle & Child, and two trips to the Ashmolean Museum. It is also right on the bus route we needed to go to Wolvercote Cemetery to pay our respects to Prof Tolkien. |The staff of The Old Parsonage also recommended an excellent guide for us and lined up a wonderful walking tour with her, Isabella Underhill. We had told her our particular interest in all things Tolkien and she delivered! |Oxford has so much history and connections (my Mom was an avid Morse fan) that we felt a special vibe, and The Old Parsonage Hotel was the perfect fit for us. We hope we will find ourselves there again one day in the near future.