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Oxford House

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near University of New South Wales, Art and Design

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Reception
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a wooden wardrobe, and a window with sheer curtains.
An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, surrounded by large potted plants and a green canopy.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a swimming pool.
A bar area with shelves of bottles, a bar counter, and seating in the background.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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21 Oxford Street (Near Greens Road), Paddington, Sydney, Paddington, NSW, 2021
  • Place, Oxford Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sydney Cricket Ground
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, World Square Shopping Centre
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Iona Room

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a small stool.

Standard Iona Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Courtyard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for The 01 Room

A modern hotel room with a bed, a bench, a desk, and a wall-mounted picture.

The 01 Room

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Oxford Deluxe Room

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a picture on the wall.

Oxford Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite

A hotel room with a wooden wardrobe, a bedside table with bottles, a bed with pillows, a nightstand, and a framed picture on the wall.

Junior Suite

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Oxford Arts Suite | Living area

Oxford Arts Suite

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Oxford Terrace Suite

A historic building with a clock tower, numbered 1902, featuring arched windows and a balcony.

Oxford Terrace Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Oxford Family Suite

Oxford Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 38 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Sydney

Paddington stay.You'll be steps from University of New South Wales, Art and Design and within a 10-minute walk of St Vincent’s Hospital with a stay at this Paddington hotel. Sydney Cricket Ground and World Square Shopping Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Oxford Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • University of New South Wales, Art and Design - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sydney Cricket Ground - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hyde Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Kings Cross Station - 15 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station - 19 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arthouse Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Beresford - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Thai Nesia Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Village Inn Paddington - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Taphouse - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Oxford House

4-star hotel near University of New South Wales, Art and Design
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and concierge services are also featured at Oxford House.

This 4-star Sydney hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1969
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Oxford House offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This Sydney hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator (34 inch wide door)
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 10 to 30 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Arts Hotel Paddington
Arts Paddington
Arts Hotel
Oxford House Hotel
Arts Hotel Paddington
Oxford House Paddington
Oxford House Hotel Paddington

Frequently asked questions

How close is Oxford House to the airport?

Oxford House is 9 mi (24-min drive) away from the Sydney Airport (SYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Oxford House?

As of Jul 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oxford House on Jul 30, 2026 start from CA $206, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Oxford House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Oxford House.

How close is Oxford House to the beach?

This hotel is 12.2 mi (43-min drive) from Manly Beach and 4.1 mi (20-min drive) from Bondi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Oxford House offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Oxford House, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 10 and 30 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Oxford House?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Star Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Oxford House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Oxford House?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Oxford House have a pool?

Oxford House features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Oxford House have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Oxford House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Oxford House to downtown Sydney?

Oxford House is 1.3 mi away from Sydney.

Oxford House Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 187 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very attentive. We had trouble with accessibility and the staff did all they could to assist us.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel. Very nicely decorated and loved the pool area. Great food too! Location was easily accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool bar area was really nice, close to the city without being right in the middle of things.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bree

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here! Just a short walk to the Entertainment Quarter and full day's use of the pool upon our early arrival. Poolside ambience was on point, with great menu and DJ. Room was perfect. Would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes the room was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kurt B M

Stayed here for three nights through new year. Excellent place and if you are a walker the whole of Sydney is within reach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally clean and fresh! Room decor was lovely, the pool was great and staff are friendly. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, staff very friendly, helpful with a late check out. Very convenient location. I highly recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little boutique hotel. Highly recommend especially for the price. The outdoor bar staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed, quiet rooms Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Bethany

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and helpful, room seemed clean. Good location about a 15-20 min walk into the city centre, or just down the road to the bus stop.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Benjamin

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok accommodation the property overall needs some TLC. Basic room is very small and it’s Impossible to have a shower without soaking the entire bathroom and the bedroom
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome pool
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay, good vibe, friendly staff. Room was neat, clean & tidy which is all you want. The room had a modern ambiance which was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very convenient hotel! Very hospitable staff and clean modern rooms. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, nice rooms and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the vibe. Relaxed and cool.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
really enjoyed our stay here for a little weekend staycation!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was perfect - to the size and cleanliness of the room to the staff assistance at checkin and checkout. Its my new favourite place to stay in SYD! The only point I'd make is it would be great to have water provided in the fridge.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely courtyard/bar area by the pool to sit and relax.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Very close to st. Vincents hospital , easy walking to everywhere .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay here, will def be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful accomodation - inside the room and the pool and bar spaces. Perfect place for a staycation.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025