Oxford House – Paddington
Taking its cues from the understated and stylish aesthetic of Palm Springs, Oxford House in Paddington, is the first lifestyle hotel in Sydney’s east.
Words: Hande Renshaw I Photography: Courtesy of Oxford House & Nikki To
Oxford House, the latest reimagined venue by lifestyle group PUBLIC, is an inspired transformation of a historic property. Photo: Courtesy of Oxford House
Oxford House is home to 55 rooms and suites, the interiors feature warm hues, rich textures, and an abundance of natural light. Photo: Courtesy of Oxford House
In the light-drenched courtyard by the pool, the Oxford House Pool Bar serves Sydney rock oyster, chrysanthemum with lemon vinaigrette and pink snapper crudo, crème fraiche, yuzu, finger lime topped on seaweed rice crackers. Photo: Nikki To
The rooms are filled with considered essentials including local Double Rainbouu custom-made bathrobes, Marc Newson crockery and Grown Alchemist hair care. Photo: Courtesy of Oxford House
Taking its cues from the understated and stylish aesthetic of Palm Springs is Oxford House - Paddington’s first lifestyle hotel. Featuring Busby’s and Oxford House Pool Bar, Oxford House is an urban oasis just a short stroll from the bustling street and nightlife in the area.
Oxford House includes 55 rooms and suites, with an interior which featues warm hues, rich textures, and an abundance of natural light, and is filled with considered essentials including local Double Rainbouu custom-made bathrobes, Marc Newson crockery, Grown Alchemist hair care and retro Marshall speakers. The three suites - Junior, Arts and Oxford Terrace - also feature a separate living area, with the latter boasting an expansive balcony overlooking the city.
‘This was a unique opportunity to create an accommodation first for Paddington, provide a new hospitality experience for locals, and help energise an important part of town,’ says Tom de Plater, Managing Director, Public Design Studio & Public Projects. ‘Given the hotel’s enviable location - famed shopping, nightlife and Allianz stadium, all within walking distance and the beach and city, a short drive away - we wanted to create a space that really felt like an unexpected escape; a hotel that was as relaxed as Oxford Street is lively.’
Tom continues, ‘Whilst we took design notes from the sleek lines and muted colors of Palm Springs, it was important that Oxford House effortlessly threaded into the cultural fabric of Paddington, so art and design was key. We collaborated with culture king, George Gorrow to showcase an incredible collection of art, paintings, photography, collage, printmaking and sculpture from artists including Lena Gustafson, Adam Turnbull and Niah McLeod throughout the property.’
Oxford House features Busby’s – a wine and record bar: think natural wines, grappa cocktails and next-level bar snacks at night and casual dining by day. There’s also set to be a world-class cultural program in residence at Busby’s, littered with diverse and full-flavour selections from some of the finest artists in Sydney.
In the light-drenched courtyard by the pool, the Oxford House Pool Bar serves Sydney rock oyster, chrysanthemum with lemon vinaigrette and pink snapper crudo, crème fraiche, yuzu, finger lime topped on seaweed rice crackers.
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Oxford House is home to 55 rooms and suites, the interiors feature warm hues, rich textures, and an abundance of natural light. Photo: Courtesy of Oxford House
The rooms are filled with considered essentials including local Double Rainbouu custom-made bathrobes, Marc Newson crockery and Grown Alchemist hair care. Photo: Courtesy of Oxford House
Exclusively to hotel guests, the Oxford House pool is a unique space amid the pulse of Paddington offering guests an urban sanctuary, a place to relax and unwind. Photo: Courtesy of Oxford House