4.2-Rated Hotels Near Tom Tower

Oxford University College Square Hotel is a prime choice, just a 7-minute stroll from Tom Tower. Its rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows offering framed views of the tower’s Gothic spire and surrounding historic lanes. The hotel provides complimentary Oxford heritage guidebooks and exclusive access to private guided tours that delve into the tower’s architectural legacy and academic significance

Yes, the Cambridge Street Premium Suite offers a southeast-facing panoramic balcony room with unobstructed views of Tom Tower’s sunrise silhouette and bell chimes. Each suite includes a custom-designed writing desk and soundproofed windows ideal for focused work or quiet reading. Guests also enjoy daily afternoon tea delivered to the room, enhancing the experience with a view of the timeless Oxford architecture

The walk from Tom Tower to Oxford Holy Cross Inn takes about 8 minutes, passing through Blackwell Gardens and the exterior of the Bodleian Library. Along the route, visitors can pause at Old Texts Café, sipping a "Tower Shadow Latte" inspired by Oxford’s academic history, while admiring displayed facsimiles of 16th-century manuscripts—perfect for capturing the essence of intellectual heritage