Cowley Travel Guide
Oxford
Popular places to visit
University of Oxford
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Oxford during your travels in Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
New Theatre Oxford
Enjoy a show at New Theatre Oxford, a theatre with a story to tell in Oxford. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
John Radcliffe Hospital
If John Radcliffe Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Oxford.
Oxford Castle
You can browse the exhibits at Oxford Castle, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Oxford. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Christ Church College
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Christ Church College during your trip to Oxford. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Bodleian Library
Find out about the history of Oxford when you spend time at Bodleian Library. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
Top hotels in Cowley
The Oxford House
The room was worth the price but there was a very strong smell in the hallway which was unbearable.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Cotswolds Hotel & Spa
Poor signage to hotel parking area, dirty stained carpet in bedroom shower so hot much difficulty reducing the temperature Wedding party at the venue so disturbed frequently through the night by other guests No soundproofing and lots of banging doors
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa
Lovely hotel, very nice place. I had a very unfortunate experience due to the fire alarm sirens going off at 12:45am until 1:30am and I had to evacuate the building. Not ideal when I had an early morning meeting for work the next day.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Linton Lodge Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Room was tired with peeling wall paint. But the staff were lovely, good breakfast and relaxed environment.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
easyhotel Oxford
parking was abit expensive, good location room was abit small
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Malmaison Oxford
A lovely night away with a fantastic breakfast. Quirky staying in an old jail but enjoyed the atmosphere and history. Breakfast was amazing. Freshly cooked and ample selection in the continental area. A great place to stay.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cowley
Lye Valley
While Lye Valley isn't home to many top sights, Oxford Greyhound Stadium and Iffley Road Track are some notable places to visit nearby.
Wood Farm
When in Wood Farm, you can plan a visit to Oxford Greyhound Stadium and Iffley Road Track, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Rose Hill
Rose Hill might not have many top sights, but Kassam Stadium and Oxford Greyhound Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Littlemore
Littlemore is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Kassam Stadium and Ozone Leisure Centre while in the area.
East Oxford
While visiting East Oxford, you might make a stop by sights like Iffley Road Track and Thames River.
Iffley
If you're spending some time in Iffley, Thames Path and Thames River are top sights worth seeing.
