Arts&BichonsB&B Oxford OX4 3AY

6.6
Good
(28 reviews)

59 Howard St, Iffley, Oxford OX4 3AY, United Kingdom

+44 7761 514080

Hotel Description

Arts&BichonsB&B, located at 59 Howard St, Iffley, Oxford OX4 3AY, United Kingdom, offers guests a warm, welcoming atmosphere in one of Oxford's most vibrant and eclectic neighborhoods. Situated near the bustling Cowley Road, the hotel is in the heart of a bohemian district, renowned for its annual Cowley Road Carnival, global dining options, and live music at the O2 Academy Oxford. This charming B&B is the perfect base for those looking to explore Oxford’s unique cultural vibe, with its mixture of modern comfort and artistic influences. The stylish, cozy design of Arts&BichonsB&B reflects the spirit of the local community, with colorful, inviting spaces that make you feel at home right away.
Inside, the hotel offers comfortable rooms that are well-suited to both short and long stays. Each room is designed to provide a peaceful retreat, featuring soft, plush furnishings, spacious layouts, and thoughtful touches to ensure guests feel relaxed and rejuvenated. The rooms come equipped with modern amenities including air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and a smoke-free environment to enhance your comfort throughout your stay. While the hotel does not feature a fitness center or spa, its warm, welcoming vibe more than makes up for it with its personal service and commitment to guest satisfaction.
Special amenities at Arts&BichonsB&B include a pet-friendly policy, making it an ideal choice for those traveling with furry companions. Guests can also enjoy a daily breakfast, a perfect way to start your day before exploring the local area. The hotel is also kid-friendly, ensuring that families with children feel equally at ease. Although there are no pools or hot tubs, the hotel's exceptional location and comfortable, quiet rooms make it a perfect getaway for anyone seeking a relaxing, convenient place to stay in Oxford.
Arts&BichonsB&B benefits from excellent transportation links. The hotel is easily accessible from major airports, including Heathrow, London City, and Birmingham, with taxis taking approximately 1 hour to reach the hotel from Heathrow. Public transport options are also plentiful, with several bus stops just a short walk away. The hotel is about 10 minutes by taxi from Oxford’s main train station, providing excellent access to both local attractions and nearby cities.
The hotel's dedication to health and safety is evident in its measures to ensure a safe and secure stay for all guests. From comprehensive sanitation procedures to staff training in health protocols, Arts&BichonsB&B strives to create a comfortable environment for everyone.
Guests will find plenty to do in the area. Top sights such as the Ashmolean Museum, Bodleian Library, and Christ Church are all within a short distance, each offering a rich cultural experience. The nearby Pitt Rivers Museum and Oxford Castle & Prison are also must-see attractions, with fascinating exhibits and tours that give a glimpse into the city's history.
For dining, there are several excellent restaurants near the hotel. Taste Tibet, a Tibetan restaurant, is only 3 minutes away by taxi, while FRESCO and Antep Kitchen, offering Italian and Turkish cuisines, are both just a 7-minute taxi ride. If you're craving American food, Dirty Bones Oxford is a 9-minute ride, and for Italian cuisine, La Cucina is a 5-minute taxi trip.
At Arts&BichonsB&B, you'll find a welcoming environment, excellent amenities, and the perfect location to explore Oxford's vibrant culture and nearby attractions. Whether you're visiting for business, pleasure, or a family getaway, this charming B&B offers everything you need for an unforgettable stay.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Pet-friendly environment for guests traveling with pets

2. Smoke-free property ensuring a comfortable atmosphere for all guests

3. Complimentary breakfast offered every morning

4. Air conditioning in rooms for added comfort during warmer months

5. Wi-Fi access available in all rooms and public areas

6. Kid-friendly policies making it a great choice for families

7. Prime location near Cowley Road, offering vibrant cultural experiences

8. Close proximity to Oxford's top cultural attractions like the Ashmolean Museum

9. Easy access to public transport, including nearby bus stops and taxi services

10. Convenient access to major airports and Oxford's train station


8.8 Excellent

Location rating

Top sights

Ashmolean Museum
12 min
Bodleian Library
10 min
Christ Church
10 min
Pitt Rivers Museum
9 min
Oxford Castle & Prison
12 min

Nearest locations

Taste Tibet
3 min
La Cucina
5 min
Arbequina
5 min
FRESCO
7 min
Antep Kitchen
7 min
The Folly Restaurant
7 min
La Smorfia Oxford
8 min
Dirty Bones Oxford
9 min
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Good to know

Check-in00:00
Check-out12:00
Location rating8.8
Nearest airportHeathrow Airport
Travel time to airport1 hr

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Sat, Dec 07
Check-out: Sun, Dec 08
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Location

59 Howard St, Iffley, Oxford OX4 3AY, United Kingdom

Airports:

Heathrow Airport

Taxi: 1 hr

Transit: 1 hr 41 min

London City Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 52 min

Transit: 2 hr 17 min

London Luton Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 16 min

Transit: 3 hr 1 min

London Stansted Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 46 min

Transit: 3 hr 13 min

Birmingham Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 24 min

Transit: 1 hr 38 min

London Gatwick Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 48 min

Transit: 2 hr 38 min

Southampton Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 25 min

Transit: 1 hr 57 min

Transit:

Brookes University (Stop B3)

Taxi: 8 min

Walking: 34 min

St Clements Street (Stop B)

Taxi: 5 min

Walking: 20 min

St Clements Street (Stop A)

Taxi: 5 min

Walking: 21 min

Howard Street west

Walking: 4 min

Oxford

Taxi: 12 min

Walking: 49 min


Nearby locations

8.8

Excellent Location

Cowley

Bohemian neighbourhood known for Cowley Road Carnival, global eateries & bands at O2 Academy Oxford.

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Amenities and Facilities

Pets

Pet-friendly

Policies & payments

Smoke-free property

Food & drink

Breakfast

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

No hot tub

Rooms

Air conditioning


Reviews

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Sharon A

1/5
If you like dogs barking from 7am, a shared toilet so you have to clench for 20mins, no smoke detectors or access to the outside garden, no carpets as the dogs piss everywhere, squeaky bed & floorboards, coffee facilities that consist of a …

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Gilles

1/5
If you like dogpiss, this is for you. The whole house smells like dogpiss. Floor is sticky from the dogpiss. Bedsheets smell like dogpiss.In a act of desperatuon, we bought a scented candle to surpress the dogpiss smell, but even that was no match for the power of dogpiss.

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Leah Allegoria

5/5
I have not been, but I watched the show and the house character as well as Vicky (spelling?), the owner's personality, do make me want to stay ( and I don't like to share bathrooms and I would not want to ruffle the owner's feathers 😉 ). Actually, I felt the recent ratings based on the show are unfair since people have not experienced the B&B. It is my opinion that these ratings should be removed by Google as they skew the overall ratings. People, just look at the house, the garden, the decoration, and the finale of the show that tell me Vicky(spelling... ) is fair her way and knows good quality... to me, her B&B epitomises the very tradition of a guesthouse.

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Steve Varga

1/5
Terrible experience for my parents. Terrible breakfast, starting the washing machine at 00:00, the dogs are also not friendly and baarking. DO NOT reccomned for Anybody!

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Owl knows

1/5
Just watched 4 in a bed and you're about as disgusting as your grotty old b&b, horrible nasty woman

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Bernadette Morris

1/5
Your attitude is somewhat odd. I watched Four In A Bed. I fail to understand why you agreed to put yourself forward for the program given the condition of your B&B and your obvious inability to be a professional and to deal professional criticism.You have done the general public a favour by showing yourself up and highlighting that unfortunately some people will still continue to take money regardless of the low level service they offer

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Jeremy Shaw

1/5
Watched Four in a Bed and I can honestly say that I would never wish to stay with you. Not only grubby and overpriced but you are thoroughly unpleasant.

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Julie Wood

1/5
Just watched four in a bed & cannot believe you have the audacity to try to charge the prices you do for your rooms yet criticise others that were far superior & cleaner.To say Oxford is a different class to Harrogate is a joke...you are so deluded. And yes I do know what I am talking about as I know the street you have your place as I also work in that area and live in Oxford myself. You have really not portrayed our city in a good light at all.I really think people with think twice now after seeing the programme and your awful attitude.