About Hollybush Guest House
Situated less than three miles from the city centre, the Hollybush Guest House Guest House is a family-run B&B near the North Oxford Golf Club and the burial site of English writer and poet, Tolkien. Built in 1912, the lodgings are housed in a detached property with a garden.
Single, double and family rooms are available, all of which feature a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi access. Some rooms are en-suite.
The Hollybush Guest House Guest House offers free off-road parking and guest-use laundry equipment.
A continental buffet breakfast is included in the rate. Guests can enjoy a variety of bread, cereals yoghurt, ham and cheese with a choice of hot and cold drinks.
The B&B lies within four miles of John Radcliffe Hospital and the University of Oxford Botanic Garden, seven miles from Blenheim Palace and ten miles from shopping at Bicester Village.
Positive Reviews
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Convenient location
Most guests find the location of the Hollybush Guest House fairly convenient and within easy reach of many of the area's attractions. If you're not bringing your car, the nearby bus routes offer direct services to Oxford city centre.
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Hosts are typically friendly
Although a small number of guests found the hosts of this B&B slightly less warm than they had perhaps anticipated, many found the welcome was friendly and also note that the standard of the on-going service was helpful.
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Free parking is appreciated
Guests appreciate not having to worry about finding a parking space during their stay. Plus, they note that it is okay to leave your car on the path if you head out to explore on foot on via the city's bus routes.
Negative Reviews
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Frugal breakfast
Reviews suggest that breakfast, although it sounds good on paper, isn't all that exciting, with more than one guest describing the offering as rather frugal. A cooked breakfast would be a welcome additional amenity for many guests.
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Mixed feedback about rooms
Comments about the rooms at the Hollybush Guest House are a little mixed. Some found the accommodation satisfactory, sometimes going so far as to be impressed. Others are less thrilled, noting the small size of the rooms and problems such as poorly maintained bathrooms.
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Seems expensive
Feedback about this B&B suggests that guests find it a little too expensive when compared to the overall facilities and standards. It's not like the rates will completely blow your budget but it's more than possible to find lower rates at better quality establishments.