Old Bank

César award in 2011

On the High Street opposite All Souls College, Jeremy Mogford's modern conversion of three stone buildings (one a former bank) is 'the place to stay for laid-back luxury and a cheerful atmosphere'. Endorsed again this year ('a wonderful visit'), it is liked for the discreet atmosphere and 'friendly, helpful staff'. Huge contemporary canvases from Mr Mogford's extensive art collection hang in Quod, the 'lively' bar/restaurant which occupies the old banking hall. In the evening it is 'buzzing' with visitors of all ages at tightly packed tables: the 'simple things' on the bistro-style menu (steaks, salads and pizzas) are recommended. The quietest bedrooms are at the back: 'It was a treat to look at a church spire from our window seat; the decor is urbane rather than academic with modern paintings on the walls,' said a reporter. A superior room was 'peaceful, spacious; a smart marble bathroom'. The 'excellent' breakfast (7 to 11 am, charged extra) is a 'feast'; 'very good bread, proper marmalade'. Many of 'Oxford's most dazzling moments' are within 100 paces. The complimentary guided walking tour is recommended. (Claire Bowles, JR Shrimpton, John Leathes)

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Old Bank World class Jazz

Check in to the hotel on Sunday and enjoy a walk around the city, its universities, shops, museums and galleries, followed by dinner at Gee’s our award winning Brasserie serving modern British food with skill and flair. Gee’s will entertain you with world class Jazz and Latin music. £150.00 inc vat per room. Includes 3 course Jazz Supper Menu at Gee’s for two and complimentary parking at the hotel.

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Old Bank World class Jazz

Check in to the hotel on Sunday and enjoy a walk around the city, its universities, shops, museums and galleries, followed by dinner at Gee’s our award winning Brasserie serving modern British food with skill and flair. Gee’s will entertain you with world class Jazz and Latin music. £150.00 inc vat per room. Includes 3 course Jazz Supper Menu at Gee’s for two and complimentary parking at the hotel.

To benefit from this offer, please mention The Good Hotel Guide.

Local attractions

Botanic Gardens
A national reference collection of 7,000 different types of plant.
Magdalen Bridge
A bridge across the River Cherwell, which students have traditionally jumped off on May Day.
Radcliffe Camera
The main reading room of the Bodleian Library, completed in 1749.

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Old Bank World class Jazz

Check in to the hotel on Sunday and enjoy a walk around the city, its universities, shops, museums and galleries, followed by dinner at Gee’s our award winning Brasserie serving modern British food with skill and flair. Gee’s will entertain you with world class Jazz and Latin music. £150.00 inc vat per room. Includes 3 course Jazz Supper Menu at Gee’s for two and complimentary parking at the hotel.

To benefit from this offer, please mention The Good Hotel Guide.

Contact Details

Old Bank

92-94 High Street OXFORD Oxfordshire England OX1 4BN

Telephone

01865 799599

Website

www.oldbank-hotel.co.uk

Further Information

Bedrooms

42, 1 suitable for disabled.

Open

all year.

Facilities

lift, residents' lounge/bar, bar/grill, dining terrace, 2 meeting/private dining rooms, small garden.

Background music

jazz in library/bar in evenings.

Children

all ages welcomed.

Dogs

not allowed.

Credit cards

Amex, MasterCard, Visa.

Prices

[2011] room £132-£420, breakfast £11.95-£13.95, full alc £37, 'last-minute rates', Christmas/New Year packages, 1-night bookings sometimes refused weekends.