Off Oxford High Street and opposite Magdalen College, this 17th-century converted coaching inn was often visited by the famous novelists JRR Tolkien and CS Lewis whilst being fellows of Oxford University On-site parking is available and Oxfords main shopping district is 10 minutes walking distance The historic Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel has bright air-conditioned rooms that have internet access and a TV with satellite channels Marcos New York Italian, owned by Marco Pierre White offers a range of cuisine Pre-booking is recommended Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel is a good central base for exploring Oxford, only a 5-minute walk to the city centre Numerous colleges, museums and punting on the river are a short walk away
