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The Mad Hatter

Google (488) 4.3
Tripadvisor (11) 5.0
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What reviewers say

Visitors frequently praise the Mad Hatter for its quirky and tasteful decor, friendly hosts, and beautiful views, with many enjoying the hot tub and comfortable rooms. However, some guests have experienced poor or hostile service, with one reviewer noting difficulty moving around due to the size of the accommodation.

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G4.3 🦉5.0
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Address
43 Iffley Rd, Oxford OX4 1EA, UK
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Phone
07767 225610
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Website
themadhatteroxford.com

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About this place The Mad Hatter

The Mad Hatter on Iffley Road is a cocktail bar, not a hotel; this listing has it filed under accommodation by mistake. It's a mainstream, gay-friendly speakeasy-style bar on the east side of Oxford, a short walk from the Plain roundabout and Cowley Road. Its themed interior and drinks menu have earned it a 4.3 rating from nearly 500 Google reviews. Weekend nights get busy, so booking a table is wise. Oxford's small gay scene is centred on the city centre and Cowley Road, all within walking distance. For opening times and bookings, check themadhatteroxford.com.

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Gay-friendly (straight venue) Card payments accepted Walk-ins welcome Reservation required WiFi Year-round Gay-friendly (straight venue)

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4.3
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488 reviews

Based on 488 Google reviews.

Jason Lodder
Jason Lodder Jun 2026
★★★★★
Emily Crawford
Emily Crawford Jun 2026
★★★★★
Claudi
Claudi May 2026
★★★★★

We only had trouble finding a parking space. The staff even helped us carry our suitcases to our room because the stairs are really steep. The rooms were clean and truly decorated like characters from Alice in Wonderland. Beautiful!

Gabrielle Heap
Gabrielle Heap May 2026
★★★★★

It was a Saturday and although it was a peak time for both dinner and social drinking, we were well looked after. We ordered both food and drink, which was promptly taken and fulfilled to the detail. When one meal was missing, we were compensated. Honestly never met staff as genuinely generous and caring. The food was delicious, considering we ordered a lot for four people, but it was wonderfully hot, perfectly cooked and even went in for a cheeky dessert. Definitely a family favourite for us. Thank you so much for taking such great care of us. A must stop visit!

Sarah H
Sarah H Apr 2026
★★★★★

Really cool hotel! Great vibe and decorations, good value. Very pleased there was oat milk in the room. Online check in was very easy, code access worked very well (I hadnt received my codes in the time suggested, but sent a message and got a reply very quickly). Could do with some touch ups here and there but certainly nothing to complain about!

ULDRICK NICHOLAUS
ULDRICK NICHOLAUS Apr 2026
★★★★★

Cool place to stay!!

Mike Cape
Mike Cape Apr 2026
★★★★★

Rooms were clean and comfortable with a gorgeous comfy bed. Staff were just brilliant…so friendly and genuinely wanted to help. Drinks were well priced and they even made up cocktails not on their menu. Atmosphere was brilliant - had such a great time and will not hesitate to visit again

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Last updated on 14 October 2026

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