Name: The Buttery
Address: 11 12 Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3AP, GB

8/10

Excellent

27 Jul 2026

Tiger-Lily

If you are ok with lots of steep stairs and tight corridors, I definitely recommend this.

Staff was helpful and the hotel has a reasonable nightly rate considering how central it is.
The hotel does not offer any breakfast options but they give you some discount coupons for cafes nextdoor.
The room was nice, very clean bathroom with showergel/shampoo/condition/lotion. There is a kettle and some tea bags.
The bed wasn't very comfortable for me personally, and the pillow cases smelt a little bit damp. If I was staying more than one night I would've just asked them to change it.

8/10

Excellent

26 Jul 2026

Caitlin

Good location, friendly and helpful staff

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2026

Eileen

In such incredibly and beautiful spot. Staff were amazing. Thoughtful and helpful.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2026

Steve

The location was perfect on Broad Street. Understated entrance at street level, but wonderful historic accommodations inside upstairs. My room was clean, well-appointed with fans (it was unseasonably warm this summer) and the staff were helpful with recommendations for pubs to watch the World Cup matches. I will definitely stay here again next time I visit Oxford.

Self

4/10

Poor

22 Jul 2026

suketu

It was old apt like stay. Good location. Expedia needs to do more for customers to explain hotel vs apt stay clearly.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2026

Ariel

The Buttery Hotel was the perfect Place for me to stay in Oxford ! My room was large and comfy , the staff was friendly and helpful , and it was really easy to walk to all the sights . I loved it !!

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2026

CATHERINE

Clean room, very nice staff. Had ac!

Self

6/10

Pleasant

19 Jul 2026

Khurram

AC wasn’t working

Self

8/10

Excellent

15 Jul 2026

Chris

Close to amenities. Close to train station.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2026

Lauren

The stairs were narrow, but my room was spacious! The staff was very helpful, and there was someone on duty behind the desk to answer any questions, no matter what time of day. The bed was cozy, the bathroom was bright and clean, and the view out the front facing windows was unbeatable.

Self

8/10

Excellent

06 Jul 2026

Alexandra

Love the location, right in the ZEZ beside the University! We were a group of five friends in three rooms and all had our own beds. Rooms were clean if not fancy, and we were thrilled to discover that we had air conditioning in each room because we arrived during the heat wave and it would have been unbearable. Great pubs a few minutes away. Breakfast is not provided but we are at Theo’s downstairs and it was delicious!

Friends

8/10

Excellent

03 Jul 2026

Lisa

Basic accommodation but good location

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2026

Andy

Right in the center of town

Partner

2/10

Poor

23 Jun 2026

Glenn

Property is well located, helpful staff.
Not particularly clean, beds/pillows are terrible. Portable/useless a/c sitting on the floor of any already small room.single beds, bathroom awkward, water pressure hopeless

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2026

Marjorie

Super cute place and roomy for England! Very nice cafe downstairs and 10% off for hotel guests. Very convenient for Oxford.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2026

Cindy

This is a small, family-run hotel in a wonderful location! Many walking tours begin right next door. The staff was friendly and the rooms clean and comfortable. There are narrow stairs. They offer 10 % off at Theo's cafe on the ground floor, where we had lovely breakfasts every morning.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2026

Rebecca

Great location and helpful staff. Room spacious and comfortable.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jun 2026

DeniseD

Location, clean, comfortable

6/10

Pleasant

04 Jun 2026

Michelle

Plain basic accommodation. Nothing fancy but clean and adequate.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2026

Sherry

Exceptionally clean!
Wonderfully located!

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2026

Allison

Lovely stay at the Buttery - couldn’t believe our luck with how smack in the middle of everything it is. Maria on the desk was very helpful with our early arrival and storing our bags, as well as offering some great recommendations for coffee places and the perfect restaurant for a birthday dinner.

Was a little concerned that our room was opposite the reception desk and faced the street as we thought it would be noisy. Thankfully it was absolutely fine and we didn’t hear a thing! The only small issue we had was that the rooms didn’t lock from the inside unless you used the old-fashioned room key. We had issues getting the door unlocked and it took multiple attempts. Had there been an emergency and a need to evacuate quickly this would have been seriously alarming.

Other than that the bed was comfy and the toiletries were lush and it was a great stay!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 May 2026

Bruno

Excellent position and well maintained.
The only negative aspect is the staircase, but we genuinely couldn’t expect nothing different, as the building is historic.
The staff is very friendly and helpful.
We really appreciated the air con that they put in the room!!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2026

Indira

A very friendly hotel with a good location in the centre, there are quite a few stairs but if you’re fine with that I’d really recommend staying here, I had a single room, it was small but felt really cosy and relaxing, with everything I needed and a nice strong shower

Self

8/10

Excellent

19 May 2026

Robert Michael

In city center, walking access to all the best of Oxford

Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 May 2026

Karen

Very central location. Everything is on your doorstep. Breakfast isn't provided but there is plenty of choice nearby and a discount is given on a couple of establishments.
The only downside is it can be noisy when people are on their way home from the pubs at night. This is only if you are in a bedroom at the front of the building. Earplugs would be useful. Otherwise it's a great little place and the staff are lovely.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 May 2026

Yukine

Spacious room and clean bathroom. A little bit noisy because the room was located in front of the main street. But overall the stay was very comfortable. I am glad that I chose this hotel!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2026

Christopher

Great location. Friendly staff. Good sized room although it was up 3 flights of stairs and no lift. Plenty of coffee and tea making options and biscuits a nice touch. Good sized bathroom. Good value price taking into account how expensive accommodation in Oxford is.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2026

Kelsey

Love this hotel! It is in a fantastic location in the city. It is quiet at night. It even had a fan, fridge, and kettle with coffee and tea. The room was a great size and had everything you need. We where able to check in early. I highly recommend.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 May 2026

Rong

Very good place, it’s easy to access attractive points.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2026

Margaret

Clean, cozy, and simple, with friendly staff. Not full of amenities but if you just need a comfy place to lay your head while exploring Oxford, it’s absolutely perfect!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2026

Patricia

Great location! Very friendly and helpful staff! Interesting rooms.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

14 Apr 2026

Carrie

The location was perfect for exploring Oxford on foot. Everything was close by and walkable. The hotel was clean comfortable and quiet.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2026

Nadine

We loved this place! The staff were so friendly and helpful, the rooms were clean, comfortable and well equipped. Brilliantly located for the park and ride bus and central Oxford. Could have done with an extra coffee sachet in the room so we could have a coffee each would be the only negative! Will definitely be back! Thank you!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

08 Apr 2026

Noriko

Great location! They had everything I needed. No lift, but the staff helped me carry the luggage.

Self

8/10

Excellent

29 Mar 2026

C A

I found the many stairs difficult to climb, but the staff helped me with my luggage

Self

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2026

Kenneth

Perfect little one night stay. Convenient to everything and the people were excellent. Would definitely stay there again.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 Mar 2026

Pauline

Great location wth lots of nearby shops and cafes. All the staff were very kind, friendly and helpful. Stairs may be a bit of a challenge for those with mobility issues, but staff readily assist. I would definitely stay here again.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Feb 2026

Caroline

The bed and bathroom were clean. Rest of room was dusty, carpet stained, door lock broken. Overall run down. Loved the location and the nice staff.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2026

Shahanara

Great location near the Bodleian , really clean and helpful staff. Also get a discount for breakfast at the cafe next door

10/10

Exceptional

06 Feb 2026

Diann

The staff were great and the room was exactly what I wanted for the weekend

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jan 2026

Mandy

What a lovely hotel! My room was perfectly clean and had everything needed even earl grey and a biccie 🙂

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

11 Jan 2026

Mark

Staff really friendly. Room spotless but noise from upstairs from 4am. Woke both of us up.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Jan 2026

Siobhain

Very clean room, very helpful staff, nice range of hot drinks & toiletries.

Business

2/10

Poor

16 Dec 2025

Mark

The shower was blocked causing a stong smell to fill the bathroom meaning we kept the bathroom door closed. The drain was blocked but I only discovered this in the morning when we had a shower and the water nearly flooded the bathroom.
We didn't want to hang around so I checked the drain. Despite the smell indicating something was wrong, it clearly had't been serviced for a few years. I had to clear it out so we could shower.
The room itself was looking quite tired and the walls were a bit grubby in places. Well over
due decorating.
The bed was average, certainly not a treat to sleep in.
A lovely location and could be so much more.
I wouldn't choose to stay there again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Dec 2025

Linda

Location excellent. Room clean, warm and very comfortable. Staff were friendly and helped with luggage up twisting stairs. Would stay here again.

6/10

Pleasant

11 Dec 2025

Saria

The staff were wonderful and extremely helpful. If it were up to them, alone, then I would rate the hotel 5 stars. Additionally, rooms are quite spacious. Please note that there are also way more stairs than expected but that wasn’t the biggest issue. But if you do travel heavy, with that, this is not the best hotel for you (for both your sake and the staffs’). The biggest issue was the noise coming from the street. The noise was so loud and clear that initially I had thought the windows were open, but that was not the case. The noise did not die down until about 3:30 am and then street cleaning started at around 6/6:30 so I got a maximum of 2 hours sleep which really defeats the purpose of paying for a hotel. Additionally, I stayed during the Christmas market (I’m not from here and didn’t know there would be a market in that specific spot) and that made the noise exponentially worse. It was also quite cold and I had no idea if there was heating or how to turn it on, if there was. It is unlikely that I’d stay at this hotel again (the noise was just way too much even with the lower price of the hotel), but kudos to the staff for all their help with my luggage.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Nov 2025

Jo

Great location, comfy big bed

Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Nov 2025

Tracy

Convenient and central. Noisy bedroom due to proximity to high street and student life

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

22 Nov 2025

Linnea

The staff were friendly and my room was spacious. Nice selection of teas as well as a cute complementary toiletries set. The room overlooks the street where the Christmas market was being set up so a little noisy. Also late night drinkers walking by below in the night were not quiet. However, these small disturbances were made up for by the excellent location for site-seeing, pubs and restaurants. Would stay here again.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

16 Oct 2025

patricia

Many stairs, nice room, help with bags.

10/10

Exceptional

11 Oct 2025

Trudi

Friendly service and central location.

Lovely welcome and small but lovely room. They were happy to atore my bag before and after check-in. Really helpful and friendly staff. Very central. It is up a lot of stairs so not suitable if you have mobility issues.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Oct 2025

Milton

El.personal es super amable. El hotel es viejo pero limpio y su localización es perfecta para visitar Oxford.

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Sep 2025

Mark

I slept like a baby. Really. The door to the room opens with a skeleton key so it’s older but that’s part of the charm. Great internet and the staff made me feel welcome anytime I walked in the door.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Sep 2025

Ko-En

Simple but completely adequate accommodation in the most central location in Oxford.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 Sep 2025

jean

Our desk clerk ?yasmin went above and beyond to help us arrange a taxi to the car rental office. Many thanks

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Sep 2025

Leslie

We loved the location - comfortable, clean suite and they were helpful with bringing our luggage up the stairs. 😊

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Sep 2025

Maxwell

V

10/10

Exceptional

06 Sep 2025

Carine

Very nice hotel, located in the city centre, within 10min walking distance from the rail station. Welcoming, friendly and helpful reception. Comfortable quiet clean bedroom at the back with air con, great toiletry kit and coffee & biscuits selection. The narrow stairs were ok for me but this could be difficult for people with large suitcase. Person at reception kindly offered to take bags to the room if any problem. If it had breakfast facilities this would be perfect but they do offer voucher for next door cafe/restaurant. I would recommend it and would stay there again on my next visit to Oxford.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

06 Sep 2025

Carissa

This location is perfect if you plan to explore Oxford City Center. Everything is super close by and the staff is great. The rooms are tiny but well kept and clean. I really enjoyed my stay.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 Sep 2025

Karissa

Lovely check-in. Room cleaned Well Daily.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

20 Aug 2025

Diane

A unique property, with old-world charm. Very walkable, with an excellent cafe next door with a discount for Buttery guests.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Aug 2025

Carlay

We had an excellent stay at the buttery. It was a very convenient location and the room was very suitable. There was plenty of storage, places to sit, and it was easy to access outlets for charging our devices. The showers and bathroom were nice and the air conditioning was very effective. During the day, there was some noise from the street but at night it had become completely quiet.

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Aug 2025

Cynthia

I loved staying at the Buttery! The location was perfectly centralized and you could walk to everything. The room was clean, cool, and I appreciated the daily tea and water that was replenished in the room. It was also very quiet, despite being so centralized. And reasonable!!! I highly recommend the Buttery.

Business_and_leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

12 Aug 2025

JONATHAN

Just be aware of what this is - it is a \"guesthouse\" - so DON'T expect it to be a 4-star hotel on a great deal. The room was nice, but they seem to have engaged in a box-checking exercise to achieve 4 stars for the room (like having portable air-conditioners going out of the windows) without the feeling of a 4-star hotel There are no public spaces whatsover. The location is very central, but unfortunately this means that it looks right over the wooden benches on Broad street, where you will likely have teenagers hanging out and making lots of noise until well past midnight. Parking is also on your own, which will be super expensive.

6/10

Pleasant

08 Aug 2025

Verified traveler

No air conditioning

Google said there was air conditioning, but there were only fans in the rooms. I stayed in a single room and it was fine. I expected the steep stairs based on other reviews. Excellent location to walk to sites.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

28 Jul 2025

kay

Very central to collages, dinning etc.
Nice size room with window air con. Coffee/ tea and comp cookies.
Nice large bathroom however no where to place toilet bag, clothes ,no stand or table, but plenty of space for that.
No where to park close by or drop off..
Had large suitcase and had to drag it up 4 flights of steps.
Car park was quit a walk away with cases and the price to park was extausanate..

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2025

Lisa

Excellent!

My stay was Excellent!

Business

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2025

Greg

The staff was very kind and accommodating. The location was amazing. The property was clean. It’s an older building with some quirks: the floor isn’t level and the stairs are quite steep. Otherwise I loved it!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2025

Annette Pete

Close to everything

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

13 Jun 2025

Joseph

Great location and great rate. Easily walkable to many restaurants.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2025

Valerie

This was one of our favorite places that we stayed! It was clean, simple and quiet and right in the heart of the pedestrian center of Oxford. Staff was very helpful and this was a wonderful home base to explore the city!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2025

Lisa

Perfect place for us to stay that is centrally located to the University of Oxford and to the sites and activities. Oxford is a very walkable city. There is not a lift so this is not an accessible hotel as it is in a historic building above several stores. That being said the staff were so very kind and helpful and we had a wonderful stay!

Business_and_leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2025

Murray-John

Amazing hotel! Staff were very happy, professional and friendly. The room was great and comfortable. Next time in Oxford, will be staying here again!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2025

Christopher

Great location and nice quality room for a reasonable price.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2025

Robert

We liked: Old fashioned property with local charm. Walkable to everything that Oxford has to offer, the university, shopping, culture, pubs. Short walk also to bus depot and train station.

The room was spotless. The bathroom modern and well appointed. The staff was friendly and helped with our luggage.

If you are in need of ambulatory assistance or not in good physical condition, you should request a room on the first floor. We are in our 70s. The stairway to our 3rd floor room was narrow and somewhat trying.

When you check in request a top sheet for the bed. The quilt was way too thick and hot.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2025

Alexander

This property is in an excellent location. However, it is an older building and does not have an elevator.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 Apr 2025

Peter

The stairs were quite steep for a 52 step climb to our room. Room was small but clean, qiet and comfortable.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Apr 2025

Anthony

Great location. Room was pretty big! Loved the cozy vibe. Lots going on around the hotel so my day time nap wasn’t ideal but that’s not the hotel’s fault. Worth noting it’s a lively area though.
Staff was super helpful.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Apr 2025

Marty

My only complaint is the door uses a physical key and when your in your room you must use the key to lock it! I would suggest that they put a lock on the inside! I feel this could be a fire hazard as it took me a few minutes to get the door locked and unlocked.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

21 Feb 2025

Caroline

It was kept clean and the location was great.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

05 Feb 2025

Rachael

Our room was clean and well laid out. The bathroom was a good size, good powerful shower. The bed was comfortable, bedding was good. Nice towels and toiletries provided. Staff were friendly and helpful. Location is excellent. Would stay again.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Feb 2025

Verified traveler

Nice view of Balliol

The location of this hotel is excellent, in the centre of the city and in walking distance of all that Oxford offers. The room was comfortable but getting a bit shabby. The bedside cabinet prevented access to the wardrobe and there was a ventilator cover hanging loose. But the staff were helpful and the room was a good size with a nice view of Balliol.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

26 Jan 2025

Lucy

Great location

8/10

Excellent

15 Jan 2025

James

Great Location!

Clean, friendly, and a fantastic location across from Balliol College. That said, our room faced Broad Street which can be a little noisy at night. Also, the rooms are located above the shops and require navigating somewhat narrow and steep staircases.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jan 2025

katherine

I used to live in Oxford and this place made it easy to explore all of the main areas and was very friendly and great privacy.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

22 Dec 2024

Tony David

Great location. Good sized and well maintained room on the 3rd floor. Very narrow spiral stairs going up 3 floors. Ok for me but not for all.

Business_and_leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

13 Dec 2024

Paula

The Buttery Hotel review for 11/30/24 - 12/01/24

I stayed at The Buttery Hotel for one night. I had requested a street facing room but in retrospect, a non -street facing room might have been quieter as there was noise from people in the street well after midnight. It was a very comfortable room, bed, bathroom. Check-in was easy once I found the hotel and person who checked me in was very and offered to carry my bag up to my room which was about 32 steps upstairs. I was also able to leave my bag at the hotel the next day so that it could be securely stored while I was out and about in Oxford before leaving by train late that day. I think it is a great option for 1 - 3 nights, not a luxury hotel but far more affordable. Just be prepared for many narrow steps.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 Dec 2024

Ann

This was my fifth stay at the Buttery. Its location is superb. I always prefer a room at the back, as Broad Street during term time can be a bit noisy at night, but this time my room was blissfully quiet even though there was a Christmas Fair going on outside in the front. The room/bed/bathroom were all wonderful and well equipped as usual. Staff are fabulous -- extremely helpful and kind. The stairs can be a challenge (no elevator) but I was able to get help with my suitcase. Charming view from the window of medieval colleges and other buildings. I just love staying at the Buttery.

8/10

Excellent

28 Nov 2024

Adam

This is a charming boutique hotel right on a pedestrian street that has food vendors, kiosks selling souvenirs and trinkets, live music, and a carousel. Very well situated! My only complaint is that the floor was very creaky, meaning that I could hear other patrons getting up in the night.

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

22 Nov 2024

Richard

Comfortable hotel and great location

The location of this hotel in the heart of Oxford is why I picked this hotel. Overall, a nice and comfortable stay in a pleasant and clean room. It's a small hotel on one of Oxford's main streets next to some of the prominent universities and sights to visit. No restaurant, but a discount offered in a cafe next to the property.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 Nov 2024

Peter

Excellent facilities. Nice clean room.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 Nov 2024

Katja

A lovely hotel—fair price for the area, a superb location within walking distance to basically everything downtown, a clean room with a comfortable bed, newly renovated bathroom with excellent water pressure in the shower, and coffee, tea, water and cookies available daily in the room. I would’ve liked a small fridge to store perishable snacks in but that’s not a deal-breaker and I’m sure it would get expensive with the electricity. 10/10 would recommend, I’ll definitely stay here again for my next trip!

Leisure Self

4/10

Poor

31 Oct 2024

Eric

The room was large and the location excellent. But - the bed sagged, the windows were ill fitted so a lot of noise from the street, and the curtains were short so a lot of street light. All made for poor sleep.

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

27 Oct 2024

E R

Great little find

Perfect location right in the centre of the city and close to the popular landmarks. Room was comfortable throughout with good amenities. We would definitely book again on our next visit

Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Oct 2024

christina

Very cute hotel in a very convenient location for exploring Oxford. We enjoyed our stay here. Must be able to navigate narrow staircases. The staff was very helpful in toting our luggage!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Oct 2024

Karen

Great find right in the centre of Oxford. Steep steps to get to reception and creaky floors but very comfortable and good value!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 Oct 2024

CHARLES

Polite professional friendly staff. Clean, smart, modern decor. Happy to book with them again.

6/10

Pleasant

04 Oct 2024

Michelle

Felt more like 3 star hotel than 4 star

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

26 Sep 2024

Martyn

Great location very easy to walk about Oxford centre. Had a 'Superior Front Facing Double Ensuite' for two nights, large and clean, but let down by a number of faults in the bathroom (loose towel rails, loose sink tap, leaking toilet cistern and poorly sealed shower screen). Decor also not giving a 'premium' feel. However bed comfortable and room quiet, so good nights rest! Staff friendly and welcoming. Have stayed here before but not in a 'superior' room, cannot beat the location!

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

19 Sep 2024

Bryan

Great place and staff, but could hear street noise clearly.

Business Self