Athena Guest House
255 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire - England, OX4 1XQ, United Kingdom
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255 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire - England, OX4 1XQ, United Kingdom
In East Oxford, this friendly, family-run guest house offers comfortable en suite accommodations at good value rates in well-equipped rooms, all with TV, DVD player, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The Amazon Guest House is set over 2 buildings, including one of the original red brick Victorian detached houses common in the area. Today, the main, original building has been converted to house comfortable rooms with attached bathroom, though it still retains lot of charm and atmosphere. The guest house is just a short distance from the city center, but remains within easy reach of the city’s ring road. Public transport is readily available, with plenty of buses and taxis available nearby. There is a selection of twin, double, triple and family rooms available, each of which includes a number of small but welcome touches, such as a water filter and a choice of wireless or wired free internet access.

Hotel Services and Facilities

Free WiFi Free parking Free breakfast Pet friendly

Hotel facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Room Service
  • Express Check-In/Check-Out
  • Heating
  • On-site parking
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • Family Rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Ironing amenities
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Non-smoking property
  • Room service available
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Airports Show all on map »

  • Kidlington Airport - 7.43 mi
  • RAF Benson - 10.58 mi
  • RAF Brize Norton - 15.14 mi
  • Fairford - RAF Station - 24.38 mi
  • Blackbushe - 33.41 mi
  • Royal Air Force Station - 36.71 mi
  • Northolt - 37.23 mi

Museums

  • Oxford Museum - 1.23 mi
  • Museum of Oxford - 1.23 mi
  • University Museum - 1.26 mi
  • Museum of the History of Science - 1.30 mi
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stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 1 out of 10
Very Poor
Building was in a good location and it was right next to the dropoff/ pickup point for the bus station and that is all that can be said about it.
The outside of the building looked nothing like the pictures, was run down, and you could tell it was not kept up with. The arrival process was very unprofessional and we absolutely did not feel safe in the room. Immediately left and found a different place to stay.
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
The location is perfect (the main reason to choose this place) and the house itself is very traditional (another experience that I like - Victorian houses). It is perfect for one night or a short stay.
I knew what I was signing up for because I had read the reviews. However, the torn shabby towel and the unswept floor came up unexpected.
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Very accommodating in letting us have a late check in. Extremely helpful. Room is good value for the price
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
Location was good
It was very old, falling apart, had odor and was unpleasant
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
It was the only lodging available. They do the best they can whatcwhat they have. I appreciated that.
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The owner and staff were extremely kind and accommodating, and went above and beyond to help us through a medical emergency; although the room was simple, it was clean, safe, had everything we needed, and we felt very comfortable. Very nice bathroom. We ended up staying longer! Convenient location with bus pickup across the street!
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 1 out of 10
Very Poor
They cancelled at the last minute. Very, very unhappy about that.
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 1 out of 10
Very Poor
Cancelled my booking the day before arrival.
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 2 out of 10
Poor
The location and neighborhood! The woman in the reception was so nice!
It was the worse place that i never had been in terms of cleaning standards ! Mattress too old and uncomfortable, lots spiders, kitchen and bathrooms were disgusting! I don’t think that they cleaned the place in the last 2 years!
stayed in June, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Value
stayed in June, 2025
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
We got a free upgrade, friendly staff.
The kitchen utilities/facilities were not clean.
stayed in June, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
This property gets better all the time from its low base about 2 to 3 years ago. It is cleaner brighter and some updating has happened. Good selection of tea coffee and biscuits. For Oxford it is competitively cheap and good for us by the music venues and night life.
Usual poor furniture surrounding check in, still falling down and apart. Poor decoration and carpets outside of our room which we have always requested, which is much improved. Our door still does not lock easily and the following morning main door to street seemed to have been left ajar. The initial appearance of door and property remains poor. No obvious key drop.
stayed in May, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Had a wonderful stay( our 2nd time staying).Really clean ,staff were really friendly and couldn’t do enough for us A-nice walk down to Oxford centre,but buses are frequent.It has a lovely pub oppersit ,that do nice meals.I throughly recommend staying there.
Nothing to dislike.
stayed in May, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Location, size of the room and nearby facilities
Curtain rail broken and curtains did not close, could not turn of bathroom radiator, no knob Condition of microwave in the lobby
stayed in May, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in May, 2025
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
strong wifi connection
broken-bed mattress shredded towels Noise
stayed in May, 2025
Guest Score 3 out of 10
Poor
There was plenty of toilet paper. Walking distance to decent curb-side parking, despite it being a few minutes walk away.
I would never recommend this anyone to stay here. The bathrooms and kitchen area were unacceptably dirty. There was an unknown yellow muck on the bathroom walls. Black mould. The beds were stiff.
stayed in May, 2025
Guest Score 2 out of 10
Poor
Location was good but cleanliness was very bad.no bed sheet was changed during my 5 days stay. Nobody was present at reception to address the issues.
stayed in May, 2025
Guest Score 1 out of 10
Very Poor
Exceptionally poor condition.
stayed in May, 2025
Guest Score 1 out of 10
Very Poor
Good location.
Woke up with bites or a rash all over. Weird smell in the bathroom. Not worth it.
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Area information

    Airports Show all on map »

    • Kidlington Airport - 7.43 mi
    • RAF Benson - 10.58 mi
    • RAF Brize Norton - 15.14 mi
    • Fairford - RAF Station - 24.38 mi
    • Blackbushe - 33.41 mi
    • Royal Air Force Station - 36.71 mi
    • Northolt - 37.23 mi

    Attractions/Entertainment

      Zoo Show all on map »
      • Botanic Gardens Oxford - 0.89 mi

    Museums

      Art Galleries Show all on map »
      • Oxford Museum - 1.23 mi
      • Museum of Oxford - 1.23 mi
      • University Museum - 1.26 mi
      • Museum of the History of Science - 1.30 mi

    Other attractions

      Golf Courses Show all on map »
      • Southfield Golf Club - 0.38 mi
      Historical Buildings Show all on map »
      • St Stephens House - 0.43 mi
      Colleges and Universities Show all on map »
      • Oxford Brookes University - 0.70 mi
      • Oxford Brookes University - 0.71 mi
      • St Hilda's College - 0.72 mi
      • University of Oxford Botanic Garden - 0.92 mi
      • Magdalen College Deer Park - 1.02 mi
      • Linacre College - 1.07 mi
      • New College - 1.07 mi
      • Queens College Oxford - 1.07 mi
      • The Queens College - 1.08 mi
      • Corpus Christi College Oxford - 1.11 mi
      • St Catherines College Oxford - 1.11 mi
      • St Catherine's College - 1.12 mi
      • Corpus Christi College - 1.12 mi
      • Merton College - 1.12 mi
      • Oriel College - 1.13 mi
      • University Church of St. Mary the Virgin - 1.16 mi
      • Brasenose College - 1.17 mi
      • Harris Manchester College - 1.17 mi
      • Mansfield College - 1.17 mi
      • Christ Church College - 1.18 mi
      • The University Church of St Mary the Virgin - 1.18 mi
      • Hertford College - 1.20 mi
      • Wadham College - 1.26 mi
      • Keble College - 1.26 mi
      • Exeter College - 1.27 mi
      • Lincoln College - 1.27 mi
      • Jesus College - 1.27 mi
      • Jesus College Oxford - 1.29 mi
      National Parks Show all on map »
      • The Botanic Garden - 0.92 mi
      • Christ Church Meadow - 1.15 mi
      • War Memorial Garden - 1.15 mi
      Monuments and Landmarks Show all on map »
      • St Edmund Hall - 1.04 mi
      • Town Hall - 1.15 mi
      • Bridge of Sighs - 1.15 mi
      • Radcliffe Camera - 1.17 mi
      • Tom Tower - 1.20 mi
      • Old Schools Quad - 1.20 mi
      Stadiums, Arenas, and Racetracks Show all on map »
      • Holywell Music Room - 1.07 mi
      Theatres Show all on map »
      • Campion Hall - 1.26 mi
      Other Show all on map »
      • Karting Oxford - 0.37 mi
      • Greyfriars - 0.46 mi
      • Headington Shark - 1.22 mi
      • Oxford Covered Market - 1.30 mi

Athena Guest House

255 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire - England, OX4 1XQ, United Kingdom