Built in 1967, this grade II listed building is a residential conference centre. It is set in 15 hectares of parkland in a quiet location, where marked-out paths guide guests round. There are 46 rooms in total. Guests are welcomed into a reception hall with 24-hour check-in and check-out service. The hotel also has a separate room with washing machine, dryer, iron and ironing board, which may be used free of charge. The hotel offers plenty of free and secure parking and there is a restaurant on-site.
Location
Located just off the A34 on the outskirts of Kennington Village, the hotel is easily accessible by road and rail. The centre of Kennington is about a 15-minute walk away. Oxford city centre is only 3.2 km away, and public transport links can be reached from the hotel in just 3 minutes on foot. London Heathrow Airport is about 83 km from the hotel.
Rooms
Most bedrooms are split-level with a study/lounge area either upstairs or downstairs. All rooms are en suite and come with satellite/cable TV, direct dial telephone, hairdryer, radio alarm clock and tea and coffee making facilities. Other amenities include Internet access, an ironing set and heating.
Sport
There is an on-site gym, plus two squash courts and a sauna. There is also a snooker room in the main building. These facilities are free of charge to residential guests. For golf enthusiasts, Hinksey Heights Golf Course is only about 5 minutes away by car.
Meals
There is an extensive range of hot and cold items available from the breakfast buffet. The dining room is closed for lunch and dinner on Saturdays and Sundays.
Payment
All major credit cards are accepted except Diners Club.
Notes
Reception is available 24 hours a day. Guests are advised that they should ring the doorbell for attention if the front door is locked upon arrival. Luggage can be stored in a secure luggage room.