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voco Oxford Thames, an IHG Hotel

Henley Road Sandford on Thames, Oxford, England, OX4 4GX
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Experience the charm and history of voco Oxford Thames, ideally situated along the tranquil banks of the River Thames, just moments from the heart of Oxford. Our hotel, with a heritage dating back to the Middle Ages, offers a unique blend of historical elegance and modern comfort, making it an ideal venue for both business and leisure. Immerse yourself in the quintessential Oxfordshire countryside, surrounded by 30 acres of beautifully manicured gardens and fresh country air. We provide an array of amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay, including a relaxing leisure club and spa, as well as exquisite dining at our onsite restaurant, Napier's. For business travellers, voco Oxford Thames offers a range of versatile meeting and event spaces, perfect for conferences, seminars, and corporate retreats. Our dedicated events team will work with you to ensure your event is seamless and successful, providing state-of-the-art facilities and exceptional service. During your stay, we recommend exploring Oxford’s rich history with visits to the Ashmolean Museum, Pitt Rivers Museum, and the Bodleian Libraries. Discover the world-renowned Oxford University, comprising 38 independent colleges, or take a guided tour of the historic Oxford Castle and Prison to delve into centuries of the city's past. Whether you're here for business or leisure, our aim is to deliver outstanding hospitality and ensure every moment of your stay is memorable. Come on in to voco Oxford Thames.

Venue Details

ChainIHG
BrandVOCO
Built1997
Renovated2018
Total meeting space19,386 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms104
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

AA Hotel Services

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (ocean or water)
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Wheelchair accessible
Business services
  • AV capabilities
  • Video conference
Recreational activities
  • Indoor pool
  • Spa or salon
  • Tennis courts
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Seasonal Availability

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High season
Sep 01 - Sep 30May 01 - Jul 31
Shoulder season
Oct 01 - Dec 12
Low season
Jan 08 - Apr 30Aug 06 - Aug 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
19,385.8 sq. ft.
Largest room
1,948.3 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
9
Second largest room
1,916.0 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
Available

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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Max capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
E-Shape
Hollow square
Talk show
T-Shape
Oxford Suite
1,872.9 sq. ft.
75 x 25 sq. ft.
9.0 ft.
200
40
140
140
200
80
50
80
40
50
-
40
Headington
624.3 sq. ft.
25 x 25 sq. ft.
9.0 ft.
40
20
40
30
40
24
20
20
-
20
--
Iffley
624.3 sq. ft.
25 x 25 sq. ft.
9.0 ft.
40
20
40
30
40
24
20
20
-
20
-
20
Cowley
624.3 sq. ft.
25 x 25 sq. ft.
9.0 ft.
40
20
30
30
40
24
20
20
-
20
-
20
Little Barn
796.5 sq. ft.
20.0 x 40.0 sq. ft.
20.0 ft.
90
26
60
60
90
24
26
36
26
26
-
26
Hinksey
258.3 sq. ft.
16.0 x 16.0 sq. ft.
9.0 ft.
8
-
8
8
8
6
8
6
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Kennington
1,948.3 sq. ft.
50 x 39.0 sq. ft.
30.0 ft.
100
30
70
70
100
48
30
42
30
30
-
30
The Conservatory
1,916.0 sq. ft.
49.0 x 39.0 sq. ft.
30.0 ft.
200
40
120
120
200
60
50
60
-
50
--
Headington/iffley
1,227.1 sq. ft.
49.2 x 24.9 sq. ft.
8.9 ft.
100
30
80
80
100
48
30
50
-
30
30
30

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
104

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 68.8 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Paid parking
( £7.50/day )
Bus parking

Local Attractions

Kassam Stadium
Kassam Stadium
Park
1 mi
Host to Oxford United Football Club – a team established back in 1893. The Boys from Up the Hill gained great recognition when they, the ‘underdog’, took the “Milk Cup” in 1986 with such energy and grace. Currently playing in 1st Division, this inspiring team will be sure to show you a great match.
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Mini Tours
Mini Tours
Business district
2 mi
Experience production and take a look behind the scenes with our experts. The products made by the BMW Group inspire with unique design, creativity and agility. It is exciting and fascinating to experience live production.
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Pitt Rivers Museum
Pitt Rivers Museum
Museum
3 mi
The Pitt Rivers is packed beautifully, and practically to the ceiling with the most wonderful array of ethnographic objects, all soothingly lit and artistically arranged.
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Ashmolean Museum
Ashmolean Museum
Museum
3 mi
The Ashmolean is the University of Oxford’s museum of art and archaeology, founded in 1683. The world famous collections range from Egyptian mummies to contemporary art, telling human stories across cultures and across time.
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Punting
Punting
Park
3 mi
Punting is truly timeless, while slightly eccentric it's a quintessentially Oxford pleasure: sailing leisurely upstream or down river, admiring the wildlife and picnicking on a river bank. You can easily pretend to be an Oxford undergrad for the day... perhaps even feel inspired to write some poetry.
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Oxford Castle
Oxford Castle
Historical landmark
3 mi
When William the Conqueror invaded England and won the Battle of Hastings in 1066, Oxford Castle was marked by the Normans as the ideal place for a motte-and-bailey castle. Today, after almost one millennia, Oxford Castle & Prison is a visitor attraction with a past stretching far beyond your imagination.
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Sheldonian Theatre
Sheldonian Theatre
Theater
3 mi
Located in Oxford’s medieval city centre, the Sheldonian Theatre is the principal assembly room of the University, and the regular meeting place of Congregation (the body which controls the University’s affairs) This magnificent building is celebrating it’s 350th Anniversary so be sure to pop along and be wowed by the beautiful painted ceiling.
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Bicester Village
Bicester Village
Shopping
10 mi
The shopping destination is just 17-minutes away by train. If you’ve had your eye on a particular bag or a pair shoes, Bicester is the place to head- with an array of exclusive deals and discounts.
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Blenheim Palace
Blenheim Palace
Historical landmark
10 mi
Home to the 12th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, Blenheim Palace is a masterpiece of Baroque architecture that boasts over 300 years of history to discover. Situated in Woodstock, just 8 miles from Oxford, Blenheim Palace is Britain's Greatest Palace and offers visitors a precious time with a variety of cultural and sporting event.
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We can't create the deck, but we can definitely make meetings more fun. So come meet how you meet. We'll get your group in the right headspace.

Additional Information

Cancellation Policy

To cancel or amend your reservation, please contact thamesreservations@ihg.com or call +44 (0) 1865 334472. You can modify your booking by visiting https://www.ihg.com/hotels/us/en/stay-mgmt/ManageYourStay

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voco Oxford Thames, an IHG Hotel Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated voco Oxford Thames, an IHG Hotel's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
We recycle 4+ types of waste, this includes glass, paper, plastic and organic. We also have a food waste policy in place that includes education, food waste prevention, reduction, recycling, and disposal
Does voco Oxford Thames, an IHG Hotel have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Waste is internally monitored and a reduction strategy is in place

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is voco Oxford Thames, an IHG Hotel and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to voco Oxford Thames, an IHG Hotel's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety

Were practices at voco Oxford Thames, an IHG Hotel developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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Does voco Oxford Thames, an IHG Hotel clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
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