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117 St Aldates Building Main Facade

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Double Ensuite

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117 St Aldates Building Main Facade

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Complimentary Toiletries

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Double Ensuite

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Tea & Coffee Making Facilities

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Porters' Lodge in Christ Church

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Tom Quad with Tom Tower

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Tom Quad with the Great Hall

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Hall Staircase

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The Great Hall

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The Great Hall

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Cardinal Wolsey - the founder of Christ Church

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Christ Church Cathedral

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Masters Garden with Christ Church Cathedral

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Masters Garden

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Christ Church Meadow

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Christ Church Meadow

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Christ Church Meadow

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Overview

117 St Aldates Building is an annexe of Christ Church and is centrally located, just across and at the top of the road from the main site.

Guests are accommodated in newly refurbished, comfortable double ensuite bedrooms with a standard double bed (for single or double occupancy) (all guests must be over 18). A selection of rooms has street-facing windows (please note there may be noise disturbance) but many have restricted views over the backs of other buildings. The rooms are located over four floors and can be accessed by a lift.

The lodge reception is staffed 24 hours a day and is the only information point for 117 St Aldates Building as there is no separate reception in the annexe.

The college is unable to accept bookings for Stag and Hen groups and can only accommodate adults (aged 18 and over). This includes babies/children sharing a room with adults. If such a booking is made you will be asked to cancel it, the refund amount will be in live with T&Cs or if you arrive at the property you will be refused entry and no refund will be given.

History

St Aldates Building is located on what is probably the oldest street in Oxford. From the eighth century, it would have carried traffic from the Midlands, across the river, towards the south. In the fourteenth century, shops stood on the site of number 117 and at some point in the next hundred years, the shops were rebuilt and the Red Lion Inn occupied the plot until about 1740.

Today's accommodation was built in 1938 as a rather glamorous Art Deco showroom, called Therm House, for the Oxford and District Gas Company.

Food & beverage

A cooked and continental breakfast is available in the unique setting of the Great Hall, Christ Church, with its stunning hammer-beam roof and wonderful oil paintings. Breakfast is self-select, but if you have any queries due to an allergy or intolerance, please speak to a member of staff.

Monday – Saturday: 0730 – 0900, Sunday: 0800 – 0930

Oxford has many places to dine either for lunch, dinner or food on the go – for local suggestions see the information provided in the ‘Guest Information’ booklet in your room.

Grounds & Gardens

All guests are welcome to visit Christ Church and enjoy the unique atmosphere of the College and Cathedral. Find out more about Christ Church and its history at the College website. The Masters' Garden is open during daylight hours and is a lovely place to walk or sit. The Meadow, home to Christ Church's own long-horn cattle and adjacent to the River Isis, is open to the public till dusk.

Other facilities

Self-service laundry facilities
Lift access
Complimentary WiFi
Tea and Coffee making facilities
Toiletry welcome pack
Safety deposit box
Hairdryer
In-room fridge
24/7 Lodge reception (off-site at Christ Church)
Common Room (off-site at Christ Church)

Update Summer 2021: Your bedroom will not be serviced during your stay. If you are staying longer than three days, clean towels will be placed for you outside of your bedroom. Similar, fresh linen will be available for longer staying guests. For more information about Christ Church's Covid-19 Policy please follow.

Reviews

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The room was very hot when I arrived, and despite NOT having the heating on at any point, it always got very hot if I closed the windows. And since the street is extremely noisy at night at the weekend, it was either unbearably hot or far too noisy at night to sleep properly. My guess is that there are un-insulated hot water pipes running underneath the (false) floor of the room? Other than that, the facilities were fine (obviously fairly rudimentary) and the room was spacious and clean.
AnnetteT

Building is centrally located and had a lift, which was great as we were on the 4th floor. The room was compact, but very workable for 2 adults. It was serviced everyday and spotless. There was some traffic noise as we faced the street, but it slowed down at night and became negligible. There was no noise from the Sainsbury's a few doors down and it was very convenient The absolute best was being able to have breakfast in the Great Hall. Lodge porters were very helpful.
SamuelF

Very central location and the service was excellent with friendly staff. Breakfast at the college was a highlight. The room was basic but functional. Unfortunately the light in the room when turned off had a green glow (for safety?) which was not ideal as was too bright for sleeping. Toiletries were nice, all in all a good stay and would book again.
Anon

room comfortable, well-insulated (including against street noise), very conveniently sited. Nice to have access to Christ Church for breakfast (though it would be even nice if serving could continue till later than 9.00 on weekdays).
Anon

Staff were really friendly even thought we turned up really late so hadn't been able to check in before our event. The room was spotless and comfortable. Sadly we had to leave early so didn't get to try the breakfast. Great location
Anon

Very convenient for the city centre. Breakfast in the Great Hall was excellent (except the coffee!). All the staff at Christchurch were very welcoming and helpful. Thank you.
MartinB

Clean, tidy accommodation in the heart of Oxford, friendly and helpful staff at the college, and wonderful to have breakfast in the great hall. A lovely experience all round.
Anon

Clean, quiet and comfortably room at back of building. Breakfast really good and enjoying it in the Great Hall was a privilege.
JulieN

It was a pity that the lift could not be used and had to climb up and down. Otherwise, the stay was good.
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Facilities & information

Summary

20th century buildings

Public car parking for a charge (nearby)

No parking

No smoking

No Official Rating

Lifts

Facilities

Free broadband access (wifi)

24 hour security

Linen included

Towels included

Iron/ironing board

Hair dryers

Elevator

Clothes dryer

Washing machine

Central heating

Bicycle storage

Food

Fridge

Recreations

Recommended walks

Pub (walking distance)

Pub (a short drive)

Museums (walking distance)

Museums (a short drive)

Historic houses

Gardens

Golf course (a short drive)

Tennis courts (a short drive)

Recommended restaurants (walking distance)

Recommended restaurants (a short drive)

Theatre (walking distance)

Theatre (a short drive)

Arrival information & directions

Address: Christ Church, St Aldates, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OxfordOX1 1DP, United Kingdom

Check-in from 1500 and Check-out by 1000

(If the room is not vacated by 1000 hrs, a fee may apply.)

Check-in at the Porters’ Lodge within Christ Church, located at the main entrance, off Tom Gate. For arrivals after 1930, Tom Gate will be closed so please use the bell on the left-hand side to alert the porter in order to gain access. The lodge reception is staffed 24-hours a day and is the only information point for 117 St Aldates as there is not a separate reception in the annexe.

On arrival, all guests will be asked to check their details and sign a guest information form (required under the Immigration (Hotel Records) Order 1972). Non-UK guests will also be required to provide the number and place of issue of their passport, their nationality and their next destination. These records must be kept for at least 12 months and be available for inspection by any police officer.

For directions or how best to travel to Oxford please refer to the College website.

Unfortunately, there is no parking for guests staying at 117 St Aldates Building. Details of where to park in Oxford can be found on the Oxford City Council website.

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Address: Christ Church, St Aldates, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OxfordOX1 1DP, United Kingdom

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