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Exeter College is situated in the middle of Oxford. Shops, cafes, restaurants, libraries and museums are all just a short walking distance from the college, as well as many other attractions, making it an ideal place to stay.

All the rooms offered are occupied by students during term time, and although the college does not offer 5-star accommodation, they can guarantee that it will be clean, well kept and comfortable. Tea and coffee making facilities are complimentary, as well as towels and bed linen. Both standard and ensuite bedrooms are available on-site, and all the rooms are situated on traditional staircases overlooking either the idyllic quad, fellow's garden or one of the many historic streets of Oxford.

Check In: 14:00 (2:00pm) - 23:30 (11:30pm) (arrivals may be allowed outside this window if your travel plans can't be adjusted however this is subject to availability)

Check Out: 06:00 (6:00am) - 10:00 (10:00am)

History

Exeter College was founded in 1314 by Walter de Stapeldon. It was originally known as Stapeldon Hall and consisted of only a Rector, a Chaplain and twelve or fourteen fellows. The college then started offering rooms to students in the late fifteenth century. Of this medieval college, all that remains is the building known as Palmer's Tower, due east of the Chapel, which takes its name from a fifteenth-century rector.

Exeter College became one of the leading colleges in the next century after a generous donation from Sir William Petre, a former undergraduate of the college. Numbers expanded, and the present hall was built in 1618, together with a matching Chapel on the opposite side of the quad. The rest of the front quad was completed in stages between 1672 and 1710. Due to the generosity of old members, the college has expanded further in the twentieth century.

Famous undergraduates that have studied and lived at Exeter College include J. R. R. Tolkien, Lord Fisher, Arch Bishop of Canterbury, and Philip Pullman. William Morris was also a Victorian undergraduate, whose work can be found within the college.

Food & beverage

A full English breakfast, plus continental options are included in the price of the room and is taken in the 17th century Dining Hall. Breakfast is served between 8.00am and 9.00am every day.

Grounds & Gardens

The fellows' garden provides a haven of quiet in which to relax and breathe in the sense of history which pervades the College. Guests are welcome to take a stroll around the gardens and witness the view of Radcliffe Square from the top of the stairs at the rear end of the garden.

Other facilities

Guests are welcome to visit the Chapel and the Dining Hall during their stay. Original William Morris artwork can be found in the Morris Room within the College. Guests are welcome to view the Morris Room on an arrangement with the college.

Washing machines and Driers are available for guests to use. Please ask for further details at the Porter's Lodge located at the main entrance of the College

If guests need to store their luggage they are able to ask the Porter on duty if there is any space to do so. Please note there may not always be room for luggage storage.

Top facilities

Free WiFi

Breakfast included

Availability

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Reviews

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Based on 246 reviews

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Lovely welcome on arrival (once I found the entrance!) Room was fine, mostly clean although I’m not sure the shower room had been finished as the toilet & windowsill were dirty. Breakfast food & service was excellent. I asked on booking and at the desk the day before if I could leave a small case...
Tracy R 12/09/2021

The location was amazing and the staff couldn't have been more helpful, even tracking down some gluten-free bread. The room was quite small and obviously a basic student room, but it was spotlessly clean, the shower was great and the breakfast was fabulous, mixed berries, home made granola, crois...
Rachel w 27/09/2021

The staff in the Porters lodge and the Hall were friendly and helpful, overall excellent. However we had insufficient milk for the tea and coffee in our room and it was not replenished for our second night or when we asked for more. We would have been happy to go to the kitchen or porters lodge...
Adrian S 06/09/2021

breakfast was outstanding and breakfast service was amazing. Wifi was difficult to access. room was fine but I had booked a 'twin set' whereas we were put in a small double, which was a bit baffling. overall I would definitely recommend as the college is beautiful and very convenient. a fun alter...
Caroline H 12/09/2021

Wonderful experience, my daughter (11) loved staying in a college and it was great to be so centrally located in Oxford. Porters and dining staff were kind, helpful and friendly throughout.
Sarah H 26/09/2021

Clean and Comfortable facilities. Lovely position with views over the quad. Super breakfast service and helpful staff. Lovely college.
Alison S 11/09/2021

Great location. Lovely setting. Basic rooms to be expected. Excellent breakfast.
andrew o 27/09/2021

Good stay and breakfast service. Very central location.
Oliver A 26/09/2021

Lovely helpful staff, great atmosphere. Loved the cat.
Rebecca E 12/09/2021

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Facilities & information

Summary

17th century buildings

18th century buildings

19th century buildings

Breakfast included

No parking

No smoking

Historic property

Facilities

Free broadband access (wired)

Free broadband access (wifi)

Shared gardens

Garden furniture

Linen included

Towels included

Washing machine

Central heating

Bring your own travel cot

Food

Tea room

Continental breakfast (included)

Cooked breakfast (included)

Picnic area

Recreations

Recommended walks

Pub (walking distance)

Museums (walking distance)

Historic houses

Gardens

Tennis courts (a short drive)

Recommended restaurants (walking distance)

Theatre (walking distance)

Arrival information and directions

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Address: Exeter College, Turl Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OxfordOX1 3DP, United Kingdom

On arrival please report to the Porters' Lodge located at the main entrance of the College. Here you will be given your keys and directed to your rooms. The Porter's Lodge is manned 24 hours a day, and the Porters on duty are always happy to help you with any queries you may have.

Unfortunately, the College does not offer any parking facilities.

The College is a 20-minute walk from the train station and a 10-minute walk from Gloucester Green coach station. Taxis are available from both the train station and Gloucester Green.

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