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The Mad Hatter Oxford

2.5 star property
Experience a warm welcome at this unique hotel where you can unwind by exploring nature reserves or indulge in local flavors delivered right to your door.

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The Mad Hatter Oxford, near Christ Church College and Bodleian Library, offers a charming blend of comfort and convenience. Unwind in the bar or restaurant, connect with in-room WiFi, take advantage of express check-out and express check-in options; then explore the nearby nature reserve. Guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$295
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June

Room options

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

East Oxford, a neighbourhood in Oxford, is home to The Mad Hatter Oxford. Notable landmarks in the area include Bodleian Library and Oxford Castle, and travellers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try New Theatre Oxford. University of Oxford and Christ Church College are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Oxford travel guide
Map
43 Iffley Rd, Oxford, England, OX4 1EA

What's nearby

  • University of Oxford
    University of Oxford
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Tom tower at Oxford university
    Christ Church College
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bodleian Library
    Bodleian Library
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bridge of sign with the Sheldonian theatre background - Oxford, UK
    New Theatre Oxford
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Iffley Road Track
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Oxford Station
    10 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR)
    58 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Oranges And Lemons
    4 min walk
  • The Mad Hatter
    1 min walk
  • The Star
    6 min walk
  • The Cape of Good Hope
    2 min walk
  • Shiraz
    2 min walk

About this property

The Mad Hatter Oxford

  • Hotel near University of Oxford
  • Located close to Christ Church College and Bodleian Library, The Mad Hatter Oxford provides a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Express check-out, express check-in and a nature reserve
    • Local meal delivery service, smoke-free property and a banquet hall
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
    • 43-inch LED TVs with digital channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mad Hatter Oxford pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mad Hatter Oxford?

As of 19 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mad Hatter Oxford on 21 Jun 2026 start from NZ$295, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Mad Hatter Oxford?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Mad Hatter Oxford?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 10 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Mad Hatter Oxford?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 10 (subject to availability).

Where is The Mad Hatter Oxford located?

Located in East Oxford, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of University of Oxford and Christ Church College. Bodleian Library and New Theatre Oxford are also within 1 mi (2 km). Oxford Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Mad Hatter Oxford Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danuta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, I loved the theme and everything was so clean and organized. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mariana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in the Queen's boudoir. Clean room and comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was perfect, the place is perfectly located (I realized when I got there that this is where the Cricketer's Arms used to be, long ago), and it was exactly what I needed at a brilliant price. I'll book here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy to find the property, easy self check in instructions. Great recommendations given for near by places for food and drink. Clean room and comfy bed. Only down point to the room is a floor piece trim could be put down between bedroom and bathroom due to the different height of flooring it’s a toe stubber opportunity. Property itself very presentable with it being next to a main road there wasn’t much road traffic noise. Not extremely noisy in the bar below wasn’t able to gain the experience of the bar on the ground floor as it had a private event or a gig on our last night so unable to attend which was unfortunate. Very easy to get around bus stop located just over the road which 10/15 minutes your in the centre of Oxford. Or if walking 20 ish minutes just following the main road. Overall a good stop over and the property had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was really comfortable, great shower, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was quirky, clean and had good amenities (perhaps only missing an iron?) with a particularly good shower and comfortable bed. The location is great, not in centre but a nice walk with plenty of cafe’s, restaurants and bars nearby. Only downside’s We stopped on a Friday and Saturday night and it was noisy from the bar/karaoke downstairs till circa 1am, (we had fun guessing what the song was) however they do warn you when booking and provide ear plugs. Also the stairs are quite steep but again they have plenty of warning and offer assistance if required. Overall thought it was good value for Oxford
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hlox

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful stay! Very happy we booked here, it’s close to Museums and vintage shops, cafes and the hotel/ bar itself is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel to stay at. Very quirky, friendly staff and good food. Very extensive drink selections ie cocktails and beers. Room we stayed in was roomy,very clean and facilities were excellent. Hotel conveniently placed via a short walk into city.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautifully decorated, a very comfy bed, and it was all very clean. The shower was fantastic. The staff were very friendly and really helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best!!! Top class quality of everything - staff are superb, location is central, rooms are incredible 😍 Highly recommend ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unique

Character filled place with a lovely, quiet room. Great decor, comfy bed and a clean bathroom with a great shower. Friendly staff. 10 minute walk over scenic bridge to the heart of the university area. Recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience, amazing rooms and very-very friendly staff!!! high suggest trying!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Sian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quirky and great value

Quirky venue in a great location. Easily walkable for the conference I was attending. WhatsApp comms were super easy and responses within seconds. Was all I needed and loved the decor. Would stay again 100%
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, modern, whimsically-renovated rooms and a superb location. Noise isn't really an issue. Staff is responsive and winsome. I look forward to returning!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it! Special shout out to the staff - especially to Jess
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lady Barbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous hotel, great stay

The hotel was amazing! Ideally situated Lovely themed rooms, very quirky and brilliantly authentic. Spacious, clean, comfortable and great facilities. The staff were attentive and responded swiftly and positively to our communications about the booking. Attention to detail and an even a kind gift for my daughter’s birthday. Would certainly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room was extremely clean, comfortable and nicely updated. The area is walkable and close to the High Street area. The only draw back is there is a bar on the first floor and stays open very late. Very loud.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

No staff on site and trying to find the door in was a bit of a chore as it’s Aaron’s the corner on Circus St. Room was very clean and done up nicely. No air conditioning so that could be a significant issue. They had a fan going and temps dropped a bit during the night so we werefine
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay at the Mad Hatter! It was a convenient walk to shops, the Christ Church Meadow, restaurants, etc. The eccentric decorations on the property were adorable. The hosts were extremely nice and accommodating. Pro Tip: make sure you do the virtual check-in before you are too jetlagged to understand the instructions! I made the mistake of not handling the check-in until the last minute and I was so tired and confused that I had trouble with understanding the email and completing the check-in The staff was extremely kind and patient with me.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great position.

Room was nicely decorated and we did appreciate the fridge, and bonus ear plugs and eye masks, though we didn’t really need them as we stayed early in week. The climb to the top was a challenge for us, but may not bother more able bodied people, but I wouldn’t want to try getting big bags up there! My only concern during the stay was the lack of clear fire escape and or emergency details. Top floor and only one way to escape. Whilst we were comfortable, price was good, and the hotel well located.. I wouldn’t stay again, because of my fire concerns. I did note that they appeared to have roof sprinkler system.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Lovely room, although extremely hot in Summer. We were grateful for a large fan left in the room. The staff were quite standoffish and we felt like we were a hassle asking for anything, so that is the main reason we didn't give this 4/5.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location within Oxford. The room was clean ans presentable with a comfortable bed and good size. This place would have gotten a 4 or even 5* review if it weren't for the loud music playing from downstairs. We were told this would stop at midnight, and so we made sure to stay out until past midnight. However, even returning at 1am, the music was still incredibly loud and bassy into the room, up until 2am. Do not stay here if you intend to sleep before 2am.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Bar with Rooms

Our room was on the top floor but sounded like the bar was next door. Music blared out until after 1am on Saturday night, followed by revellers shouting on the street. No chance of getting any sleep before 1.30am. No breakfast facilities and self check in. Staff (Jess) were very responsive, but service quite slow in the bar. A bar with rooms rather than a hotel with a bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the Alice in Wonderland theme. We stayed in Alice’s Chambers, all blue and white, very charming and pretty. Everything was newly renovated and impressive. Fabulous shower with TWO shower heads and push-button temperature control. Very nice bathroom, although there was no outlet … is this a UK thing? We’re 1 for 4 so far on bathrooms with an outlet. Comfortable bed, plenty of hot water, lots of outlets, big TV, no on-site staff but excellent by-phone service when the Wifi needed to be reset. Plenty of restaurants and shops nearby, and an easy walk to the Botannic Garden, the Covered Market, a large park with a great view of the city, and the train station. On the less good side, there’s no elevator and three flights of stairs with our heavy luggage was not fun. We tried to message them ahead of time for assistance, but Expedia said the mailbox was full and could not accept more messages. There’s a bar on the ground floor, very noisy at night until the live music stops - 10:00 one night, midnight the next.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for providing a spacious, clean well equipped room for our 5 night stay. It was lovely to have a dining/work table and chairs. Beds were extremely comfortable, great shower. Location was ideal for exploring Oxford and beyond. Assistance with luggage was greatly appreciated
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026