The Best Hotels Closest to Sheldonian Theatre in Oxford for 2026

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Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

1. Red Mullions Guest House

Headington, 2.7 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Denis

NT$3,542

NT$4,250 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, books

2. Old Parsonage Hotel

Oxford City Centre, 0.7 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Jose

NT$11,824

NT$14,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

3. voco Oxford Spires by IHG

South Oxford, 1.5 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Ming

NT$4,191

NT$5,030 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

4. Malmaison Oxford

Oxford City Centre, 0.6 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Sabino

NT$5,610

NT$6,732 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

5. Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre

Oxford City Centre, 0.7 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Anne

NT$5,403

NT$6,483 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

6. The Galaxie

Summertown, 2.4 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Aliza

NT$3,421

NT$4,105 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

7. The Balkan Lodge Oxford

East Oxford, 2.3 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Elliot

NT$3,835

NT$4,602 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

8. The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton

Oxford City Centre, 0.3 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Anne

NT$7,639

NT$9,167 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Superior Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Superior Triple Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, towels, soap

9. Pickwicks Guest House

Headington, 2.6 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Mark

NT$2,716

NT$3,260 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

10. Vanbrugh House Hotel

Oxford City Centre, 0.4 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Dana

NT$4,750

NT$5,699 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Privilege, Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

11. Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel

Iffley, 2.9 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Carole

NT$3,744

NT$4,493 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

12. Linton Lodge Hotel, BW Signature Collection

North Oxford, 1.8 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Georgina

NT$3,485

NT$4,182 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

13. George Street Hotel

Oxford City Centre, 0.3 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Ramona

NT$5,639

NT$6,767 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Family Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

14. Crown House

East Oxford, 1.6 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Yuan-Heng

NT$2,450

NT$2,940 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

15. Royal Oxford Hotel

Oxford City Centre, 0.9 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Lyle

NT$5,148

NT$6,178 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Executive Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

16. Ethos Hotel – Oxford City

South Oxford, 1.1 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Justin Paul

NT$4,252

NT$5,102 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Double Room with Window | Memory foam beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

17. easyhotel Oxford

Summertown, 2.8 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Michael

NT$1,781

NT$2,138 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Comfort Single Room, Ensuite (( Small Room ) ) | Lounge

Classic Double Room, Ensuite | Private kitchen

18. Iffley Town House

East Oxford, 2.1 km from Sheldonian Theatre

"The property offers self-contained rooms (bedroom, ensuite) in a shared common space. The rooms are clean and pleasant, the bathrooms are small but perfectly fine. The common facilities include a large, well equiped kitchen. Parking is available as long as you are comfortable pulling across the walkway to and from the busy road. You can walk to the city and close-by are the Cowley road restaurants, cafes and bars. This is an excellent option for a budget-conscious traveller."

Louis

NT$3,373

NT$4,048 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds | Desk, rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Desk, rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free), bed sheets

19. OYO Lina Guest House

Summertown, 2.9 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Carpinello

NT$3,020

NT$3,709 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Superior Double or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, desk

20. The Bocardo Hotel

Oxford City Centre, 0.4 km from Sheldonian Theatre

Efthymios

NT$3,714

NT$4,456 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Red Mullions Guest House	9.2 Wonderful 343 reviews	View
Old Parsonage Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 589 reviews	View
voco Oxford Spires by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Malmaison Oxford	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre	9.0 Wonderful 856 reviews	View

Top Sheldonian Theatre Hotel Reviews

voco Oxford Spires by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and friendly staffs"

The Head of the River

10/10 Excellent

"The dog friendly room was perfect for us and our pooch. He loved the bed,ball and treats."

Vanbrugh House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the stay!"

George Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Texan here 👋 first legit air conditioning we encountered during our travels. Room was a little tight but for people who don’t over pack, it’s fine. Staff was super friendly/helpful. Location was perfect."

Premier Inn Oxford City Centre - Westgate

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very clean. The staff were welcoming, helpful, accommodating, and friendly. Perfect location and convenient."

Old Bank Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel and rooms, very central and amazing views of Oxford. Parking was also very convenient. Only point I would note is that given the price point of the rooms, I think breakfast should be included"

Old Parsonage Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"A perfect Oxford hotel with the best service and a wonderful restaurant Highly recommended"

Tower House

8/10 Good

"A convenient and simple place to stay in the heart of Oxford."

The Bocardo Hotel

8/10 Good

"Muy cerca de todo. La habitación bien, es funcional a un par de dias."

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A historic courtyard with Gothic architecture, including pointed arches and a large arched entrance.

Exeter College

8.8/10 (92 reviews)

Stroll across perfectly kept grounds, admire centuries-old architecture and attend a peaceful evening recital in one of Oxford’s first colleges.

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An arched bridge over a street with historic buildings.

Bridge of Sighs

8.6/10 (28 reviews)

One of the most photographed spots in the university, this bridge dates back to the early 1900s and unites two parts of Hertford College.

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A long corridor with stone walls and columns.

Trinity College

8.4/10 (6 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Trinity College, during your trip to Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theater scene.

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A historic building with a tall spire and a large arched entrance.

All Souls College

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit All Souls College, during your trip to Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theater scene.

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Museum of the History of Science

You can browse the exhibits at Museum of the History of Science, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theater scene.

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Divinity School

Find out about the history of Oxford when you take a trip to Divinity School. Experience the area's museums and theater scene.

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Clarendon Building

Learn about the local history of Oxford when you take a trip to Clarendon Building. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sheldonian Theatre?

Sheldonian Theatre is located in an area of Oxford known for its interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 248 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Sheldonian Theatre?

Adjacent to Sheldonian Theatre, The Store is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 bars. Other good choices close by include Malmaison Oxford and The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Sheldonian Theatre?

Expedia has 248 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Sheldonian Theatre.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sheldonian Theatre, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Sheldonian Theatre.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Sheldonian Theatre?

For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Sheldonian Theatre, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Sheldonian Theatre?

Ashmolean Museum, Museum of the History of Science, and Museum of Oxford feature captivating exhibits. While you're exploring, swing by Divinity School, Radcliffe Camera, and Carfax Tower to learn a bit about the area. You can check out the local talent at New Theatre Oxford, Oxford Playhouse, and Burton Taylor Studio.

How can I get to Sheldonian Theatre?

If you're taking a train into town, Oxford Station is the closest stop to Oxford City Centre. There may not be many public transportation choices near by Sheldonian Theatre so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for Sheldonian Theatre hotels

1. Red Mullions Guest House

2. Old Parsonage Hotel

3. voco Oxford Spires by IHG

4. Malmaison Oxford

5. Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre

6. The Galaxie

7. The Balkan Lodge Oxford

8. The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton

9. Pickwicks Guest House

10. Vanbrugh House Hotel

11. Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel

12. Linton Lodge Hotel, BW Signature Collection

13. George Street Hotel

14. Crown House

15. Royal Oxford Hotel

16. Ethos Hotel – Oxford City

17. easyhotel Oxford

18. Iffley Town House

19. OYO Lina Guest House

20. The Bocardo Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Sheldonian Theatre

Top Sheldonian Theatre Hotel Reviews

voco Oxford Spires by IHG

The Head of the River

Vanbrugh House Hotel

George Street Hotel

Premier Inn Oxford City Centre - Westgate

Old Bank Hotel

Old Parsonage Hotel

Tower House

The Bocardo Hotel

Other attractions near Sheldonian Theatre

Bodleian Library

Exeter College

Bridge of Sighs

Trinity College

All Souls College

Museum of the History of Science

Divinity School

Clarendon Building

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