Located in a charming setting, Bear and Ragged Staff offers a warm welcome with its garden and playground. Guests can savor local cuisine at the on-site restaurant, unwind at the bar or connect to in-room WiFi. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Bar
Pet friendly
Free parking
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Main amenities
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Meeting rooms
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Playground
Feel at home
Playground on site
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
The current price is $117
$117
includes taxes & fees
$98 per night
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Room options
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Showing 5 of 5 rooms
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Twin Room
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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Family Room, Multiple Beds (Accessible by a steep stair case)
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Premium Double Room
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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King Room (Accessible by stairs, some steep and some wide and flat stairs)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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At Bear and Ragged Staff, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Thames River and University of Oxford. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Restaurant, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Traveling with children
Playground
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 8 to 12 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Bear Ragged Staff
Bear Ragged Staff Inn
Bear Ragged Staff Inn Oxford
Bear Ragged Staff Oxford
Ragged Bear
Bear and Ragged Staff Inn
Bear and Ragged Staff Oxford
Bear and Ragged Staff Inn Oxford
Frequently asked questions
Does Bear and Ragged Staff offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Bear and Ragged Staff does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Bear and Ragged Staff?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Bear and Ragged Staff?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bear and Ragged Staff?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Bear and Ragged Staff and nearby?
Bear and Ragged Staff has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Bear and Ragged Staff?
Yes, Restaurant offers local cuisine.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2025
shirley
shirley, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 6, 2025
An excellent establishment!!
An excellent stay - room fresh and very clean - comfortable bed and great shower. I also used the restaurant which was excellent indeed.
I will definitely stay here again when I need to visit Oxford !
Chris
Chris, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2025
Highly recommended
I booked a couple of rooms here, one in the period part and one in the purpose built section. Both rooms were absolutely immaculate with everything provided that we could need. The service and care from staff was top end professional level hospitality, with particular thanks to Ronan and team
Elisabeth
Elisabeth, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2025
Thoroughly recommend
We both really enjoyed our stay, the staff are very attentive and friendly, nothing seemed to much trouble.
Our room was very comfortable and we both enjoyed the lovely food.
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2025
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2025
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 1, 2025
grace
grace, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
Robert
Robert, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 7, 2024
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2024
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2024
Amazing place to stay, closevto Oxford city centre. Extremely friendly staff, wonderful breakfast, comfy rooms.
KARINE
KARINE, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2024
The staff were so welcoming and helpful. Lovely spot to rest and unwind.
Bernadette
Bernadette, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2024
Sharon
Sharon, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
A very nice vibe and a pleasant place to stay. Within easy striking distance of Oxford.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 19, 2024
A really nice place to stay with very nice rooms and good food
John
John, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2024
Outstanding stay at this beautiful old pub/inn. The staff were incredibly gracious and welcoming. We were all just delighted to stay in this charming place. It was one of the highlights of our trip to the area.
Elise
Elise, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 15, 2024
We were a little disappointed in the food and the service especially for breakfast.
Gwendolyn
Gwendolyn, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Sofie
Sofie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2024
The room was well above our expectations being roomy, well appointed all while having features of the 400 year old building. All the staff were very pleasant however the two duty managers, Rohan and Dayton went over and above. Hands down the best customer service experience we have ever had.
Kristie
Kristie, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2024
John
John, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2024
Thanks so much for a great stay! A beautiful grade two listed building, super friending and welcoming staff which was really appreciated, we'll be visiting again soon!
James
James, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2024
Superb service and attention to detail, from Giancarlo who greeted my wife and I , allowed us to check in early, through to the bar staff and restaurant team. Food great, could not have wished for better.
justin
justin, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2024
Excellent location and hospitality!
The staff were excellent: very friendly, responsive and efficient. The location was perfect with lovely local walks and there were excellent food choices available and different places to sit to eat. The room was big and had lots of character. Unfortunately room 7 was very hot in the warm weather which made it very difficult to sleep. The bathroom was tired, with some very poor workmanship around the bath and shower. These were the only negatives of an otherwise excellent stay!
Adam
Adam, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2024
Excellent value
Good food. Lovely old style rooms
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2024
This place was beautiful! I loved every minute of our stay and the history of the hotel is fascinating.