• Type: Boutique ,Hip

  • NileGuide Expert Says:

    Sumptuous accommodation in an unusual setting. Unforgettable.

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    • Description:

    • In a TripAdvisor poll of the top 10 quirkiest hotels in the world, the Malmaison in Oxford made the list. Formerly it was for inmates detained at Her Majesty's pleasure, and many aspects of prison life, including barred windows, have been retained. In a converted Victorian building, guest rooms are remodeled "cells" that flank two sides of a large central atrium, a space that rises three stories and is crisscrossed by narrow walkways like in one of those George Raft prison movies of the '30s. The former inmates never had it so good -- great beds, mood lighting, power showers, satellite TV, and serious wines. In spite of its former origins, this is a stylish and comfortable place to stay.

    • © Frommer's 2012

    User Reviews for Malmaison Oxford

    •  

      A must, for that something special.

    • A truly unique setting that retains the character of the buildings past whilst delivering effortless indulgence throughout. First class customer service that uphold the standard of...

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    •  

      Well worth being locked up here

    • An utterly charming hotel; they have kept the spirit of a gaol whilst wrapping you in luxury. Very efficient staff who are friendly and charming at the same time. Well worth just wandering...

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    •  

      Excellent hotel, top service, bags of character

    • Spent a weekend here in May 2012. Had previously stayed here and was a bit underwhelmed having been put in the modern annex building rather than the main cell rooms. This time we...

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    Awards:

    Frommer's
    Conde Nast Traveler
    •  Readers' Travel Award Winner 2008
    Frommer's
    •  Highly Recommended 2010
    • Details

      • Contact:

      • visit website
      • tel: +44 1865 26 8400
      • fax: 01845/3654247
      • send email

      • Address:

      • 3 Oxford Castle
      • Oxford, EN OX1 1LD

      • Neighborhood:

        • Headington

      • Other resources:

      • Y! Travel: Malmaison Oxford

      • Amenities:

      • air-conditioning
      • bar
      • business-facilities
      • fitness-club
      • handicap-accessible
      • internet-available
      • laundry
      • minibar
      • non-smoking
      • restaurant
      • more

      • Brand name:

      • Malmaison

      • Payments:

      • amex mastercard switch visa diners

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