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Athena Guest House

3.0 star property
Comfortable guesthouse near University of Oxford

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Front of property
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Breakfast area
Interior
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reviews
4.4

Popular amenities

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  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
The price is CA $77
CA $92 total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May

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Cowley Road,255, Oxford, England, OX4 1XQ
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Oxford14 min walk
  • Popular LocationOxford Brookes University15 min walk
  • Popular LocationJohn Radcliffe Hospital6 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)60 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Twin Room, Ensuite

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Ensuite

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Private spa tub
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Triple Room, Ensuite

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Private spa tub
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, Shared Bathroom, Annex Building

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom, Annex Building

Highlights

Private spa tub
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom, Annex Building

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom, Annex Building

Highlights

Private spa tub
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Triple Room, Shared Bathroom, Annex Building

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom, Annex Building

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Private spa tub
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Private spa tub
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Private spa tub
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Shared Bathroom, Annex Building

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom, Annex Building

Highlights

Private spa tub
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Oxford

Athena Guest House is located in Oxford. Oxford Castle and Blenheim Palace are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Bicester Village. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Iffley Road Track or Temple Cowley Pools.
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What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 14 min walk
  • Oxford Brookes University - 15 min walk
  • Christ Church College - 5 min drive
  • John Radcliffe Hospital - 6 min drive
  • Oxford Castle - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Abingdon Radley Station - 11 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • The City Arms - 1 min walk
  • Antep Kitchen - 3 min walk
  • Nef Istanbul - 5 min walk
  • Cafe Baba - 3 min walk
  • The Cowley Retreat - 6 min walk

About this property

Athena Guest House

Property highlights
Near University of Oxford, Athena Guest House provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Athena Guest House boast perks such as private spa tubs, as well as amenities like free WiFi and room service.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 2 bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with digital channels
  • Communal kitchens, electric kettles, and heating

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Room service
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Athena Guest House Hotel OXFORD
Athena Guest House Hotel
Athena Guest House OXFORD
Athena Guest House
Athena OXFORD
Athena Guest House Guesthouse Oxford
Athena Guest House Guesthouse
Athena Guest House Oxford
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Athena Guest House Guesthouse Oxford

Frequently asked questions

Is Athena Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Athena Guest House?

As of May 26, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Athena Guest House on May 27, 2024 start from CA $76.87, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Athena Guest House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Athena Guest House?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Athena Guest House?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Athena Guest House located?

Situated in Oxford, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Oxford and Thames River. Oxford Brookes University and South Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Athena Guest House Reviews

Reviews

4.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 136 reviews" "

4.8/10

Cleanliness

5.2/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

4.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Ellis

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The propertys unsafe, run down, service or lack of is poor, only good thing was the price, everything else was terrible
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would not reccomend this facility to anyone Apart from the dog barking all night in the adacent room the boiler came on and off all night and the bathrom extract did not time switch off This is over and above slamming and squeaky doors and floor boards it was awful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Do not stay here!
We arrived at the agreed time, no-one there to meet us. Eventually we got the keys to our room but were met by the resident drunk on the stairs. The whole place stinks of cigarettes. The room was filthy! Toilet was broken. The resident came back to the room next door, shouting, screaming and swearing. Not pleasant. We only booked this guest house due to being walking distance to the O2 Academy, but we got back from the gig to shouting, loud music, doors slamming, people running up and down the stairs. This did not stop until gone 5am. Outside there is a poor dog tied up in the yard, that barks all night, and rattles his tin food bowls. The owners/staff are not interested in listening to any complaints or concerns. Please do not give this place your money, I would not return even if they paid me.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Justina

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Ammar

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was ok for a solo business trip
Hotel room was as described but very dated and the light did not work. Ok for a basic trip not spending much time in the room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only stay here if you're desperate
The place was so disappointing, we ended up leaving in the early hours of the morning, because we weren't able to sleep there anyway. The place is incredibly noisy, with people constantly coming and going throughout the night. The room, advertised as a double, actually contained three beds in a way that clearly violated all fire safety codes. All beds had thin and incredibly creaky mattresses, with every move you make causing yet more noise. Check-in was also terrible and took nearly an hour. The lady checking people in couldn't do anything without a live video call with her boss, and spent almost the entire time we were checking unsuccessfully trying to get a card machine to work.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Joanne

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wouldn’t stay again
Good location, but not very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jack

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I took a chance on this property due to the cheap rates, and assumed that the property couldn’t actually be as negative as the reviews made out. However, I was proved wrong. The ‘hotel’ was actually a HMO located near the advertised property, the front door or which seemed to be left permanently unlocked. I was taken to a room at the top of a staircase, making my way past racks of clothes in the corridor (presumably from short/long term lets) to a room with 3 single beds in it and a broken fridge. The whole room was exceptionally dirty, with a curtain that didn’t cover the window and multiple roach traps dotted around the room. The room stank of smoke, and the shared toilets and bathrooms had broken fixtures and fittings. I can easily imagine many people would’ve felt unsafe. Upon complaining I was ‘moved’ to a different property altogether a 10 minute walk away - for which the address was written on a piece of paper for me and then I was provided directions. How this property has a 3-star is completely beyond me, and I would strongly recommend you avoid staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023