World > Europe > United Kingdom > England > Oxfordshire > Hotels in Oxford > Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel

Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel

Oxford , Church Way, Iffley Village (Show on Map)

8.5

Very Good

➔

Please select your travel dates to see rates and availability

Check In

Check Out

1 room2 guests 1 room, 2 guests

We couldn't find available deals from this provider.

Double-check for availability on our partners' websites:

Alternatively, you can change dates or view all Hotels in Oxford

Info

Summary of reviewsMercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel receives high praise from guests for many aspects of their stay. The hotel's location is great for both relaxing and exploring the city of Oxford with scenic surroundings and easy access to public transport. The breakfast is amazing with plenty of selection and something to suit all tastes. The rooms are spacious, modern and tastefully designed with contemporary touches, while the hotel is generally kept very clean and well-maintained. The staff are exceptional with warm welcomes, personal touches and accommodating attitudes. The hotel's parking options are convenient and the beds are very comfortable. While there are a few mixed reviews regarding the dining experience, accessibility and suitability for a four-star hotel, these are minor issues for the majority of guests. The hotel is also very dog-friendly making it easy for pet owners to bring their furry friends. Overall, Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel is a superb choice for a quiet and comfortable stay in Oxford.
Show more

Categories

Hotel for Honeymoon

This charming and utterly romantic hotel features a Honeymoon Suite surrounded by the hotel's beautiful garden and green lawn. The suite has its own separate entrance and is equipped with all the necessary amenities, luxurious linen, an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower and the most romantic and relaxing atmosphere, making it ideal for the most memorable and unique honeymoon getaway in Oxford.

Historic Hotel

Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Family Friendly Hotel

Dog Friendly Hotel

Romantic Hotel

Business Hotel

Hotel with Parking

Accessible Hotel

4-Star Hotel

Room Types

Double Room The double room provides air conditioning, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a hairdryer. This double room features a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Classic Twin Room The twin room offers air conditioning and a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom boasting a hairdryer. The unit has 2 beds.

Classic Double Room The double room provides air conditioning, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a hairdryer. This double room features a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Privilege Double Room Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer and slippers. The double room provides air conditioning, a coffee machine, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Privilege Family double room with sofa bed Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer and slippers. The triple room features air conditioning, a coffee machine, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 2 beds.

Privilege Family twin room with sofa bed Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer and slippers. The quadruple room features air conditioning, a coffee machine, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box and a flat-screen TV.

Privilege Twin Room Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer and slippers. This double room is air-conditioned and features a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, a wardrobe and a safe deposit box.

Classic Single Room with Small Double Bed The single room features air conditioning and a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom boasting a hairdryer. This single room has a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Accessible Classic Room with Two Twin Beds Featuring free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer. The twin room features a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, a wardrobe, as well as a safe deposit box.

About Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel

Show Map

Guest Reviews

8.5

Very Good

Location

The Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel seems to be in a great location for both relaxing stays and exploring the city of Oxford. Many guests loved the peaceful and picturesque surroundings which include walks along the river Thames and canal. Despite being located outside of the city centre, guests found it easy to get into Oxford via public transport or a short walk. Those who prefer to walk found it to be a lovely walk along the river into the city centre. The hotel's grounds were described as impressive and beautiful, while the location was deemed perfect position or great location by many. Although some guests had difficulty with public transport, Uber and taxis can be arranged from the train station. Overall, guests seemed to enjoy the location of the hotel and found it to be ideal for their needs.

Breakfast

The breakfast at Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel has been praised by many guests as amazing, delicious with a wide range of selection, generous portions and something to suit all tastes. The breakfast spread was gorgeous and the atmosphere lovely. The alternative milks were a nice touch and the breakfast team were very lovely and kind. Guests may either pay extra for breakfast or have it included in the hotel room price and have the option for continental or hot breakfast. The building itself was also lovely, making for a great dining experience. However, there were a few guests who found the breakfast to be a little chaotic or disappointing with limited food choices or pre-cooked hot food. Overall, the breakfast at Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel is a spot on experience that comes highly recommended.

Dinner

Guests have mixed reviews about the dining experience at Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel. While some guests found the quality of food to be poor and not worth the value for money, others enjoyed the food and praised the menu. The breakfast was rated as average but the restaurant staff were friendly and welcoming. However, some guests were disappointed with the lack of availability of the restaurant even though there was enough space. There were also some complaints about the standard of some dishes, such as the pizza and Caesar salad. On the other hand, the duck salad and other dishes were lovely. Room service was available for both lunch and dinner, although some guests found the bar drinks and snacks to be a little expensive with a surcharge for room delivery.

Rooms

If you're looking for a lovely and comfortable stay in Oxford, Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel's rooms are sure to exceed your expectations. Guests have praised the rooms for being spacious, modern and tastefully designed with contemporary touches. The hotel's recent refurbishment has left the rooms looking clean and refreshed. The beddings are comfortable and the facilities are very clean and tidy. While some reviews note some wear and tear in a few rooms, the majority of guests praise the rooms for being clean, quiet and well-maintained. Some rooms may look different from the pictures, but still, guests find them comfortable and well-sized. The bathrooms are also mentioned as spacious and with modern facilities, though some guests note that handicap adaptations make them unsuitable for standard use. And if you're lucky, you may find chocolates in your room if you're celebrating a special occasion. The staff is friendly, welcoming and accommodating. However, some guests have mentioned that the hotel has no elevators and some rooms require going up steep narrow stairs.

Beds

The beds at Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel have received great reviews. Guests have described the bed and pillows as very comfortable, aiding restful sleep and even the comfiest bed they've ever slept in. The large rooms with comfortable beds and plenty of pillows make for a great night's sleep. Some guests have mentioned the sofa beds being uncomfortable for children and needing extra padding. However, overall, the hotel's bedding received high praise from guests. The only negative feedback was a couple of guests finding their beds uncomfortable, one due to a dip in the middle and the other due to a cold room.

Cleanliness

Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel is generally kept very clean and well maintained with many guests complimenting the cleanliness of the rooms. Some guests did find issues with the cleanliness, such as dust on sofa cushions or dirty sinks and toilets, but these were rare occurrences. Overall, the hotel is described as being very clean and comfortable with spacious and beautifully decorated rooms. Housekeeping is generally good with one minor exception and the staff are welcoming. However, some guests did find issues with bathrooms being sparse and in need of cleaning. Despite some minor issues, Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel is a lovely and clean hotel that is highly recommended by many guests.

Staff

Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel boasts an impeccable team of staff who are always ready to help, accommodating and approachable. Guests commend the reception staff for their warm welcome and personal touches, such as leaving chocolates in the room. The staff at the bar and restaurant are also friendly, pleasant and efficient. The hospitality of the entire team is excellent, making for a very comfortable and enjoyable stay. The hotel is dog-friendly and the staff go out of their way to make furry friends feel welcome. While there have been a few negative comments regarding some unhelpful or rude staff, the majority of guests have had a positive experience thanks to the exceptionally friendly, hardworking and attentive staff.

Parking

If you're looking for a hotel in Oxford with convenient parking, look no further than Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel! Past guests have had positive things to say about the hotel's parking options, including ample on-site parking, easy-to-navigate parking, plenty of free parking spaces and excellent parking availability. Those with electric cars also appreciated the three pin plug charger, while others noted that the hotel is working on installing proper EV charging points in the future. While some guests mentioned that parking spaces could be a bit tight or far away, most reviews were overwhelmingly positive. However, one guest did unfortunately have their car broken into overnight in the hotel's car park, so be sure to take necessary precautions to secure your vehicle. Overall, this hotel offers great parking options that are sure to make your stay in Oxford a breeze.

4 Star

If you're looking for a quiet spot to stay in Oxford, Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel is an exceptional choice. The hotel boasts quirky and excellent interior design that sets it apart from other hotels in the area. While some guests felt that the service levels could have been better, the hotel as a whole is superb. Although a few guests were disappointed and felt that the hotel did not live up to its claimed four star status, the majority of guests left positive reviews. Keep in mind, however, that some guests felt that the hotel was more suitable for a Premier Inn than a Mercure four star hotel.

Accessible

The Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel was mostly praised for its accessibility for guests with disabilities. Staff were helpful in allocating accessible rooms when needed and provided added extras for those who required it. Although there were some comments about the bathrooms being inadequate, the hotel was nicely decorated overall. However, there were a few negative comments about the lift being noisy and not functioning properly. Overall, the hotel seemed to provide good accessibility options and attentive staff.

Dog Friendly

Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel is an ideal place for pet owners who don't want to leave their furry friends behind. The hotel is considered very dog-friendly, making it easy for you to travel with your pets. The staff is accommodating and welcoming towards the dogs and they ensured that George the Cockapoo felt right at home. The breakfast area is separate from the main dining area, allowing pet owners to have a meal with their dogs comfortably. The hotel also has a wonderful garden area where it's possible to exercise your dog. However, it's important to note that dogs are not allowed in the breakfast area. Travelers noted that charging for a pet's stay was a bit unclear, but after inquiring, they received confirmation in their room within two days. While there are no specific dog-related gestures at the hotel, for pet owners who want to bring their furry friends to a modern hotel, Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel ticks all the boxes!

No, Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel.

Yes, Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel welcomes dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel.

No, Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel doesn't have a gym.

More Options