The Store Oxford

From department store to hotel

Boswells was a family-owned Oxford store that first traded in 1738 and was loved for its toys, haberdashery and tearoom. The hotel keeps a nod to that history in its design, with velvet headboards, commissioned artworks and period details in the rooms, which have king-size beds and generous bathrooms.

Rooftop, spa and dining

The rooftop bar and terrace serves cocktails made with the hotel's own spirits and looks out over Oxford's skyline. It is walk-in only, adults over 21, and does not open every day of the week. Downstairs, the walnut-panelled spa has treatment rooms using the British skincare brand Oskia, plus a steam room, sauna and gym. Treadwell, the hotel restaurant, serves British cooking from breakfast to dinner. There is also a gym open around the clock for guests who want to keep their routine.

Location

Broad Street puts you steps from the Sheldonian Theatre, the Bodleian and the Radcliffe Camera, with Cornmarket's shops around the corner. It is a strong choice for a short city break when you want to walk everywhere and come back to a rooftop drink. Booking the spa or a Treadwell table at the same time as your room is sensible at busy weekends, as each is reserved separately.

Highlights

• 101 rooms in the former Boswells department store
• Rooftop bar and terrace with views over Oxford
• Lower-ground spa with Oskia treatments, sauna and steam room
• Treadwell restaurant on site

Good to know

• Rooftop bar is walk-in only and for over-21s
• Spa treatments and restaurant tables are booked separately
• Laptops are not permitted on the rooftop

Frequently asked questions