入住前的救星,但請仔細計算抵達牛津時,距離酒店入住時間尚有數小時,我便使用了牛津城堡店的Radical Storage寄存服務。其便利性無庸置疑——這間「商店」實為牛津城堡旅館酒吧的接待櫃檯,正位於新路旁。工作人員親切友善,全程僅耗時兩分鐘,讓我得以輕裝探索歷史悠久的城堡區。
我的背包被妥善存放於後室。保險服務(如廣告所示每件物品最高賠償3000歐元)令人安心。必須透過線上或應用程式預訂,操作極為簡便。
此為極致便利的高級服務。每日收費按件計價,我將小型背包寄存6小時僅支付約6英鎊。建議務必與牛津巴士火車站(格洛斯特綠地)官方寄存櫃比價,後者短期寄存費用更為實惠。對我而言,多付的3英鎊換來省去往返車站15分鐘步行時間,絕對值得。
位置關鍵:此處位置絕佳,適合:- 探索城堡、監獄及西門購物中心- 從長途汽車站抵達(步行3分鐘)- 前往火車站(步行10-12分鐘)
若行程重心偏東(如大學博物館群、高街區域),車站寄存櫃可能更符合地理需求。請注意此處非傳統寄物櫃形式:行李經標籤標記後存放於酒店櫃檯後方。個人認為安全性無虞,但若偏好自鎖式寄物櫃,建議前往車站。酒吧/酒店櫃檯營業時間雖長,但並非24小時服務。 請務必透過Radical Storage應用程式確認最新服務時段,尤其當您需要極早取件或極晚寄存時。若單件行李價格符合預算且地點契合行程,此服務堪稱優質、安全且高效的解決方案,為即興無行李探索提供絕佳助力。若需長期寄存或處理多件大型行李箱,務必先比價車站寄存選項。
A Lifesaver Before Check-in, But Do the Math
I used Radical Storage at the Oxford Castle location when I arrived in the city hours before my hotel check-in. The convenience is undeniable. The "shop" is essentially the reception desk of the Oxford Castle Inn pub/hotel, right on New Road. The staff were friendly, the process took 2 minutes, and I was free to explore the historic Castle Quarter unburdened.
My backpack was stored securely in a back room. The insurance (up to €3000 per item as advertised) provides peace of mind. Booking online or via the app is mandatory and super easy.
This is a premium service for ultimate convenience. The daily rate is per bag. For one small backpack for 6 hours, I paid about £6. Always compare the price with the official left luggage lockers at the Oxford Bus & Train Station (Gloucester Green), which are much cheaper for short periods. For me, the extra £3 was worth saving the 15-minute walk to the station and back.
Location is Key: This spot is perfect if you're:
- Exploring the Castle, Prison, and the Westgate Centre.
- Arriving from the coach station (it's a 3-minute walk).
Heading to the train station (a 10-12 minute stroll).
If your day is centered farther east (e.g., the University museums, High Street), the station lockers might be more geographically logical.
Don't expect rows of lockers. Your bags are tagged and kept behind the hotel reception. This felt secure to me, but if you prefer a self-service locker with a key, go to the station.
The pub/hotel reception has long hours, but it's not 24/7. Double-check the Radical Storage app for the latest times, especially if you need a very early pick-up or a very late drop-off.
An excellent, secure, and efficient service if the price-per-bag works for your budget and the location suits your itinerary. It's a lifesaver for spontaneous, luggage-free exploration. For longer storage or multiple large suitcases, definitely price-check the station options first.