Historic Hotels in Oxfordshire
Places to stay in Oxford and Oxfordshire connected to famous figures from history.
The Old Parsonage. Oxford.
The long and rich history of the house and its grounds are far to extensive for this site to address in detail, but those choosing to stay here while visiting Oxford will be following in the footsteps of Oscar Wilde.
The long and rich history of the house and its grounds are far to extensive for this site to address in detail, but those choosing to stay here while visiting Oxford will be following in the footsteps of Oscar Wilde.
MacDonald Randolph Hotel. Oxford.
It may only be Victorian, but during its existence The Randolph has welcomed more than its fair share of the rich and powerful.
It may only be Victorian, but during its existence The Randolph has welcomed more than its fair share of the rich and powerful.
The Crown and Thistle. Abingdon.
Douglas Fairbanks Jnr had fond memories of The Crown and Thistle, and John Ruskin loved it so much he effectively took up residence in the place. Its modern day reviews are pretty impressive, too.
Douglas Fairbanks Jnr had fond memories of The Crown and Thistle, and John Ruskin loved it so much he effectively took up residence in the place. Its modern day reviews are pretty impressive, too.
The Old Bull. Burford.
There’s something of the historic love-nest about Burford’s Old Bull if past famous guests are anything to go by. Find out a little more about the illustrious past of The Old Bull at Burford
There’s something of the historic love-nest about Burford’s Old Bull if past famous guests are anything to go by. Find out a little more about the illustrious past of The Old Bull at Burford
The Bear. Woodstock.
It reputed connection to historic figures has yet to be elaborated upon, but Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton certainly partook of its hospitality during their famous love-affair.
It reputed connection to historic figures has yet to be elaborated upon, but Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton certainly partook of its hospitality during their famous love-affair.
Hope House. Woodstock.
Overlook the apparent lack of a connection to historic people and instead admire the period-luxe ambience of this exceptionally highly-rated little place near Blenheim Palace.
Overlook the apparent lack of a connection to historic people and instead admire the period-luxe ambience of this exceptionally highly-rated little place near Blenheim Palace.
The George Hotel. Wallingford.
It may simply be legend, but only the most sober-minded would rigorously challenge this old inn’s connection to England’s most notorious highwayman.
It may simply be legend, but only the most sober-minded would rigorously challenge this old inn’s connection to England’s most notorious highwayman.
The Red Lion. Henley on Thames.
It should come as no surprise that this landmark of Henley on Thames has welcomed a few historic icons during its existence.
It should come as no surprise that this landmark of Henley on Thames has welcomed a few historic icons during its existence.
Bath Place. Oxford.
This collection of little old houses close to New College boasts connections to a pre-Raphaelite icon amongst others.
This collection of little old houses close to New College boasts connections to a pre-Raphaelite icon amongst others.
The Spread Eagle. Thame.
Page to follow. Historic former guests include: Charles II, George Bernard Shaw, Evelyn Waugh, H G Wells. Further practical details are available courtesy of LateRooms.com
Page to follow. Historic former guests include: Charles II, George Bernard Shaw, Evelyn Waugh, H G Wells. Further practical details are available courtesy of LateRooms.com
The Barrington Arms. Shrivenham.
Page to follow. Famous former patron: Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Further practical details are available courtesy of LateRooms.com
Page to follow. Famous former patron: Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Further practical details are available courtesy of LateRooms.com
How you can help: if you are aware of a historic hotel in Oxford or Oxfordshire that you believe ought to be included on the site, please contact us via email (info@nightsinthepast.com) in the first instance. Please note that these should have connections to famous people and events from the past.