Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel, Oxford - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Church Way, Iffley Village, Oxford, United Kingdom, OX4 4DZ

Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel is a picturesque four-star accommodation in Iffley Village, consisting of three buildings, including two 19th-century manor houses. The hotel rests within 1 hectares of private gardens and is an ideal retreat from the hustle of Oxford city center. Named after the explorer Francis Howard Bickerton, its restaurant offers a locally inspired menu, enhancing its connection to the history of the area. This tranquil setting is just a short distance from Oxford's renowned attractions and a leisurely stroll along the Thames Path.

Location

Situated in Iffley Village, the hotel offers a serene escape while remaining conveniently close to Oxford's city center, which is accessible via a 10-minute bus ride or a 25-minute walk. It is in proximity to significant attractions such as the University of Oxford and Blenheim Palace. Additionally, with relatively easy access to Heathrow Airport and connections to London, this location is well-suited for both leisure and business travelers.

Rooms

The hotel offers 77 uniquely designed guestrooms that blend vintage charm with modern amenities. Each room features Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a rainfall shower, and vintage-inspired decor. Additionally, the Privilege Rooms provide enhanced comfort with extras like Nespresso machines and complimentary refreshments. The decor incorporates themes from Oxford's heritage, creating an inviting and comfortable atmosphere.

Eat & Drink

Dining is available at two venues: Frank's Restaurant and the Terrace Bar, which offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a welcoming environment. Frank's serves a locally inspired menu and is noted for its generous breakfast buffet featuring various cooked and continental options. The Terrace Bar provides a lovely setting for casual dining and afternoon tea, with outdoor seating overlooking the gardens.

Leisure & Business

Guests can enjoy extensive leisure and business facilities, including versatile event spaces suited for meetings and celebrations. The hotel boasts three unique venues, all designed with an Oxford vintage fashion theme, accommodating various event sizes. Excellent service is provided by friendly staff under the management of the General Manager, Richard Jones.

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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

Classic Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Air conditioning

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Classic Single Room Small Double Bed

Max:

2 persons

14 m²

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1 Single bed

Air conditioning

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Accessible Classic Room Two Twin Beds

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2 persons

20 m²

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2 Single beds

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre

Oxford 2.8 km

Airports

London Heathrow (LHR) 75.4 km

Gloucestershire (GLO) 78.5 km

Bus

Bus stop300 m

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Lift
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Church Way, Iffley Village, Oxford, United Kingdom, OX4 4DZ

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Church Way, Iffley Village, Oxford, United Kingdom, OX4 4DZ

City landmarks

Museum

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

3.4 km

Museum

Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology

3.2 km

Castle

Oxford Castle

3.0 km

Botanical Garden

Oxford Botanic Garden

2.3 km

Museum

Pitt Rivers Museum

3.4 km

Market

The Covered Market Oxford

2.8 km

Church

Christ Church

2.5 km

Oxford OX1 4AU

Magdalen College Deer Park

2.4 km

Oxford OX1 4JF

Christ Church Meadow

2.2 km

University

Bridge of Sighs

2.9 km

Bodleian Library Broad Street

Bodleian Library

2.9 km

Tower

Carfax Tower

2.8 km

Park

Florence Park

1.0 km

Park

Iffley Lock

800 m

High St

University Church of St Mary the Virgin

2.7 km

Museum

Museum of the History of Science

2.9 km

Broad Street

Sheldonian Theatre

2.9 km

University

University colleges

2.7 km

University

Greyfriars

1.5 km

1 Newtec Pl

Missing Bean

1.1 km

Library

Radcliffe Camera

2.8 km

Museum

Museum of Oxford

2.7 km

Museum

Bate Collection of Musical Instruments

2.4 km

University

University of Oxford

3.5 km

Oxford OX4 1NG

South Park

2.2 km

St Mary the Virgin

700 m

University

Merton College

2.5 km

3A Grenoble Road Ozone Leisure Park

Partyman World Of Play

1.7 km

Nearby

Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry War Memorial

440 m

David Goode Sculpture Ltd

290 m

Restaurants

The Prince of Wales

410 m

73 Church Way Iffley

The Jolly Postboys

770 m

Florence Park Road 22

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

64%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

6.4/10

Nice

Rooms

7.0

Location

8.0

Service

7.0

Dining

5.6

Simon

United Kingdom, January 2025

7.4/10

My stay at Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel was mostly enjoyable, with cozy accommodations and a friendly atmosphere. however, I encountered some issues with the dining experience and room amenities. The staff were generally helpful, yet a few service lapses stood out. Value-wise, it's competitive, but I expected more for the price I paid.

Rooms

8.0

My room was well-equipped and comfortable, featuring a lovely memory foam mattress. though I did notice it fluctuated in temperature throughout the night.

Service

7.0

The service from staff was friendly and attentive for the most part, especially in the dining area with Julia's really good service. although there were moments of inconsistency that could be improved.

Location

9.0

The hotel is nestled in a charming village setting, ideal for accessing the city centre and scenic walks along the river Thames. which was a significant plus for me.

Dining

6.0

I enjoyed a fantastic dinner on the first night with a nice selection for breakfast. but I was disappointed by the limited menu options and unexpected charges during the meal.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offered useful facilities like room service and a nice lounge area. though I was surprised that there were no fridge amenities in my room.

Dominic

United Kingdom, December 2024

5.6/10

My stay at Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel was quite pleasant. The location in Iffley was picturesque and offered easy access to Oxford. However, I found the breakfast service a bit chaotic, which was disappointing. Overall, the comfort of the room and the hospitality of the staff made for a good experience.

Rooms

8.0

My room was spacious, very clean, and had a comfortable bed, though I thought the pillows could've been better. It was nice to have a full-sized bath and shower.

Service

7.0

The staff were friendly and accommodating, but the breakfast service was a bit slow and disorganized, which affected my overall impression.

Location

8.0

The hotel is located in a lovely, quiet area, just a bit far from the city center, but I enjoyed the scenic walk along the Thames to get there.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast had a solid variety including some tasty cooked options, but service was erratic and occasionally I had to wait too long for my order.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered a good range of services, including a nice garden area to relax in, which I appreciated during my stay.

Oliver

United Kingdom, December 2024

5.2/10

My stay at Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel was a mixed experience. While the room was modern and clean, I encountered some issues with the dining options and a lack of soundproofing. The staff were definitely a highlight, being friendly and attentive throughout my visit, especially during breakfast. Overall, I felt the hotel offered good value for money, but there were areas that could use improvement.

Rooms

7.0

I found my room to be clean and comfortable, although it did have its quirks. I was pleased with the modern decor, but some aspects like loose plug sockets and door gaps were noticeable.

Service

8.0

The staff were very polite and helpful, making the check-in process easy. Wendy stood out for her friendliness and willingness to assist.

Location

8.0

The hotel’s location was quite nice, set in a peaceful village that was convenient for accessing central Oxford. I enjoyed some pleasant walks along the river Thames nearby.

Dining

5.0

While the dinner I had was well-cooked and enjoyable, I found breakfast to be a major letdown. The food lacked seasoning and freshness, which was disappointing.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel offered adequate facilities but had some issues with breakfast service timing and quality. I enjoyed the communal areas, which were inviting and well-maintained.

Betty

United Kingdom, December 2024

7.2/10

My stay at Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel was a mixed bag. While the location was lovely and quiet, close to scenic walking paths, the overall experience was marred by a few drawbacks, such as the problematic Wi-Fi and less-than-stellar dining experiences. The staff were friendly and accommodating throughout my visit, which certainly added points to my stay.

Rooms

6.0

I found my room small, yet nicely decorated. The large bathroom was a pleasant surprise, providing decent amenities and great shower pressure. However, the view from my room was rather disappointing, overlooking a restaurant roof.

Service

7.0

The staff were consistently helpful and friendly, making check-in smooth and providing assistance with my requests. On the downside, my dining experience was hindered by a table-sharing situation that was quite uncomfortable.

Location

8.0

The hotel is situated in a charming village, which allowed for peaceful surroundings and easy access into Oxford by bus or a pleasant riverside walk. This was definitely one of the highlights of my stay.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast options were varied, but I found my specific choice of eggs benedict to be lacking, as the eggs felt overcooked and the hollandaise sauce was disappointingly dry. The dinner menu was underwhelming as well, with flavors that didn't really impress.

Facilities

7.0

Basic amenities like free Wi-Fi and tea/coffee facilities were present, but the Wi-Fi kept logging me off frequently, which was frustrating. The public areas of the hotel were well-maintained and inviting.

John

United Kingdom, December 2024

7.0/10

My stay at Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel had its ups and downs. The room was spacious and clean, providing a comfortable night's sleep, but I encountered issues with the amenities and breakfast quality. Overall, it suited my needs but didn't quite meet expectations for the price.

Rooms

6.0

The room was clean and spacious, but I had to request a kettle and encountered a lack of channels on the TV.

Service

6.0

While the staff were friendly and helpful, I felt that there could have been better attention to detail, especially regarding cleanliness after events.

Location

7.0

The hotel is located in a quiet village near Oxford, which made for pleasant explorations along the Thames, but public transport could be a challenge.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast lacked variety and my egg was overcooked; however, I did enjoy the dinner options on another night.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel had basic facilities but I found breakfast to be subpar, and the noise level from kitchen staff during breakfast was disruptive.