St Aldates

St Aldates offers high quality en-suite rooms which have been decorated and furnished to a high standard. The property offers spacious communal lounges and kitchen facilities on each floor, to relax, meet people or socialise with friends. The property benefits from security gates and CCTV throughout, for peace of mind.

There is also onsite bike storage to make exploring Oxford or getting to university as convenient as possible.

Location
Oxford is known as the ‘city of dreaming spires’ thanks to Victorian poet Matthew Arnold. He coined the phrase in reference to Oxford University’s beautiful buildings, and the stunning architecture remains as unique and iconic today. The heart of the university campus can be reached on foot in just 8-12 minutes.

St Aldates is located within the heart of the city’s world-famous conservation area; surrounded by the striking architecture of Oxfords world-renowned colleges and celebrated buildings such as the Bodleian Library, The Radcliffe Camera, Oxford Castle and Ashmolean Museum. Christ Church Cathedral is the UK’s smallest cathedral, and the seat of the Bishop of Oxford; It also serves as the Chapel for Christ Church College.

The banks of the River Thames are a short walk away and provide a tranquil setting to relax and enjoy the view. If you’re looking for something more active, rowing is a great way to spend a sunny afternoon on the river and provides a rare perspective from which to enjoy the city’s sights. You can rent a rowing boat by the hour, or join a rowing club to get fit and meet new people.

St Aldates is situated in the heart of Oxfords shopping area which offers a variety of quirky independent boutiques and high street chains, such as H&M and Topshop. There is Tesco Express on site to purchase your groceries and daily essentials.

Christ Church Meadow is a large open space to run, relax or picnic with friends and is just 7 minutes on foot. This is also a popular spot from which to view the many boat races throughout term time, so pack a picnic and head down to soak up the atmosphere.