Winchester Royal Hotel
US$140
/ night
Avg. for October
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US$140
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Winchester Royal Hotel average US$96 in the cheapest month (January) and US$190 in the most expensive month (July), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$96 |
| February | US$109 |
| March | US$115 |
| April | US$127 |
| May | US$158 |
| June | US$175 |
| July | US$190 |
| August | US$159 |
| September | US$170 |
| October | US$140 |
| November | US$134 |
| December | US$177 |
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About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this hotel include wedding services and a banquet hall.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this hotel include wedding services and a banquet hall.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. This hotel has 7 meeting rooms available for events. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Dining
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Garden View Restaurant, a restaurant which specializes in British cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 81 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Digital television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have deep soaking bathtubs and designer toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Winchester Royal Hotel in Winchester (Winchester City Center), you'll be a short 5-minute walk from Winchester Cathedral and within 5 minutes by car from South Downs National Park. This hotel is 15.1 mi (24.2 km) from Southampton Cruise Terminal and 16.9 mi (27.2 km) from New Forest National Park.
What's nearby
The Deanery(0.1 Miles)
Theatre Royal Winchester(0.2 Miles)
Winchester Cathedral(0.2 Miles)
Great Hall(0.3 Miles)
Winchester Guildhall(0.3 Miles)
City Museum(0.3 Miles)
Winchester Christmas Market(0.3 Miles)
King Alfred the Great Statue(0.4 Miles)
Winnall Moors Nature Reserve(0.4 Miles)
Horsepower The Museum Of The King's Royal Hussars(0.4 Miles)
Winchester City Mill(0.4 Miles)
Winchester College(0.5 Miles)
Wolvesey Castle(0.6 Miles)
University of Winchester(0.7 Miles)
Royal Hampshire County Hospital(0.7 Miles)
Southampton (SOU)(12.3 Miles)
Farnborough (FAB)(37.2 Miles)
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)(38 Miles)
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Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Location
St Peter Street, Winchester, England, United Kingdom
The Deanery (0.1 Miles)
Theatre Royal Winchester (0.2 Miles)
Winchester Cathedral (0.2 Miles)
Great Hall (0.3 Miles)
Winchester Guildhall (0.3 Miles)
City Museum (0.3 Miles)
Room options
8
Executive Double Room
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
194 ft²
HeatingRollaway or Extra Beds (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
5
Double Or Twin Room
1 Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
237 ft²
HeatingRollaway or Extra Beds (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
5
Double Room
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
236 ft²
HeatingRollaway or Extra Beds (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
7
Double Or Twin Room, Garden View
1 Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
237 ft²
HeatingDeep Soaking BathtubPrivate Bathroom
Guest reviews of Winchester Royal Hotel
8.2
Very good
Based on 2,671 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
14%
Couple
53%
Family
16%
Group
11%
Solo
4%
What guests think
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At Winchester Royal Hotel, guests consistently praise the central, walkable location, while feedback on rooms and facilities is mixed, with many finding them comfortable yet somewhat dated and occasionally affected by heat or noise.
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What guests think
At Winchester Royal Hotel, guests consistently praise the central, walkable location, while feedback on rooms and facilities is mixed, with many finding them comfortable yet somewhat dated and occasionally affected by heat or noise.
Many note friendly, helpful staff and smooth check-ins or thoughtful upgrades, though some report slow responses or occasional administrative mistakes. A walled garden, bar and lounges are pleasant spaces, but on-site parking is convenient yet limited and paid, and the older building involves several stairs with no lift. Breakfast and meals range from delicious to underwhelming, with busy periods causing queues and slow replenishment; some also find prices high or the bar closing earlier than expected. Overall, expect a characterful city-centre stay prioritising location over modern polish.
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Facilities
The walled garden, bar and lounges are highlights. On-site parking is convenient but limited and charged, and the older building has many stairs with no lift.
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Gary
28 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff extremely helpful. Room nice and pretty good sized. But be aware there's no A/C nor an elevator. I'd stay there again, but perhaps not in the summer.
Staff extremely helpful. Room nice and pretty good sized. But be aware there's no A/C nor an elevator. I'd stay there again, but perhaps not in the summer.
10
Scott
10 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was great, friendly. Room clean. Great place to stay with one exception, our room - 106, was up 3 flights of narrow stairs. lugging a 50lbs bag was no easy chore. They did offer to help, but a person with walking difficulties would find it almost impossible to get to room.
Staff was great, friendly. Room clean. Great place to stay with one exception, our room - 106, was up 3 flights of narrow stairs. lugging a 50lbs bag was no easy chore. They did offer to help, but a person with walking difficulties would find it almost impossible to get to room.
8
caron
24 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A lovely hotel right in the town easy walk into the centre for the museum, cathedral and Christmas market. Food was nice but a bit expensive. Car parking was a nightmare. We arrived at the car park for the hotel and it was full. We waited an hour and I went to reception to say we can’t get parked and I was told that if we had waited over 20 minutes we were going to get a parking ticket. We were then told there was an overflow car park which we were lucky to get parked in as I needed a disabled bay. Luckily we didn’t use the car whilst staying at the hotel so we didn’t have the same parking issue. Once we got to our room there was a qr code to scan for extra information. There was a map where the overflow car park was. I asked reception why wasn’t the car park info e mailed to you before arrival and was told it does if you booked direct. Surely all guests should receive this info before arriving. Four other cars had the same problem and waited for a long time to get parked.
A lovely hotel right in the town easy walk into the centre for the museum, cathedral and Christmas market. Food was nice but a bit expensive. Car parking was a nightmare. We arrived at the car park for the hotel and it was full. We waited an hour and I went to reception to say we can’t get parked and I was told that if we had waited over 20 minutes we were going to get a parking ticket. We were then told there was an overflow car park which we were lucky to get parked in as I needed a disabled bay. Luckily we didn’t use the car whilst staying at the hotel so we didn’t have the same parking issue. Once we got to our room there was a qr code to scan for extra information. There was a map where the overflow car park was. I asked reception why wasn’t the car park info e mailed to you before arrival and was told it does if you booked direct. Surely all guests should receive this info before arriving. Four other cars had the same problem and waited for a long time to get parked.
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Visakan
12 Apr 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location, car parking albeit for a price, excellent bar.
Great location, car parking albeit for a price, excellent bar.
10
Patrick
4 May 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great hotel literally yards from the high street but set on a really quiet road. Staff were all super helpful and it has a great bar and garden where you can sit and chill after a busy day sightseeing. Theres two carparks at this hotel which although you have to pay for, are superb and super convenient. Beds are big & comfy and i wouldn't hesitate in using this hotel again.
Great hotel literally yards from the high street but set on a really quiet road. Staff were all super helpful and it has a great bar and garden where you can sit and chill after a busy day sightseeing. Theres two carparks at this hotel which although you have to pay for, are superb and super convenient. Beds are big & comfy and i wouldn't hesitate in using this hotel again.
8
Iain
13 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location in centre of Winchester Limited parking which isn't free
Great location in centre of Winchester Limited parking which isn't free
8
Bridgette
2 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great breakfast and great view into the lovely garden from our room and the dining room
Great breakfast and great view into the lovely garden from our room and the dining room
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Kim
22 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location. Room was basic. Short spans of stairs from entrance and to rooms was a bit difficult as we were traveling with large luggage. Lovely garden area.
Excellent location. Room was basic. Short spans of stairs from entrance and to rooms was a bit difficult as we were traveling with large luggage. Lovely garden area.
8
Victoria
30 Dec 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Great location for central Winchester. The parking situation is awful, we stayed 6 nights, and were in and out whilst staying and spent what seemed like ages driving around the one way system going from one car park to another trying to find space (each time you tried either the top or bottom car park it was another loop around the whole of the city centre!) It would be helpful if residents could secure a given space for the duration of the stay. The hotel is comfortable (note there is no lift in the old building, so the top floor was up multiple stairs). The staff were not the friendliest (staying over Christmas and not a single Happy Christmas!) We would stay again, so nothing stated here outweighs the convenience of the location.
Great location for central Winchester. The parking situation is awful, we stayed 6 nights, and were in and out whilst staying and spent what seemed like ages driving around the one way system going from one car park to another trying to find space (each time you tried either the top or bottom car park it was another loop around the whole of the city centre!) It would be helpful if residents could secure a given space for the duration of the stay. The hotel is comfortable (note there is no lift in the old building, so the top floor was up multiple stairs). The staff were not the friendliest (staying over Christmas and not a single Happy Christmas!) We would stay again, so nothing stated here outweighs the convenience of the location.
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David
5 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Parking limited and expensive. Hotel old. In city centre so convenient. Breakfast very average.
Parking limited and expensive. Hotel old. In city centre so convenient. Breakfast very average.
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms clean and comfortable, but others report tired decor and occasional issues such as mould, dirty carpets or poor drainage in bathrooms.
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Colin
11 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Disappointing. Room was grubby and the extractor fan in the bathroom wasn’t working resulting in mould on the ceiling. A very poorly maintained room. Most disappointing was the fact that the hotel hasn’t replied to my comments I left on a response card in reception. I also wasn’t asked about my stay when I checked out.
Disappointing. Room was grubby and the extractor fan in the bathroom wasn’t working resulting in mould on the ceiling. A very poorly maintained room. Most disappointing was the fact that the hotel hasn’t replied to my comments I left on a response card in reception. I also wasn’t asked about my stay when I checked out.
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Ann
14 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is a well located, lovely old building and my room had a beautiful view over the garden. The room was a good size with average furnishings in need of an update and requiring a bit more cleaning. The staff were all so helpful, especially those on reception. A very pleasant stay overall. I would stay there again.
The hotel is a well located, lovely old building and my room had a beautiful view over the garden. The room was a good size with average furnishings in need of an update and requiring a bit more cleaning. The staff were all so helpful, especially those on reception. A very pleasant stay overall. I would stay there again.
10
Graham
20 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A really enjoyable two night stay in this excellent hotel. The room was clean, and the bed comfortable. The breakfasts were among the best I have experienced ... plenty of choice and very tasty (real honey!). The evening meal was also very good. Staff were helpful and friendly and the car parking was no problem. I highly recommend this hotel and will gladly stay there again. We even met Bob Mortimer, Paul Whitehouse and their dog Ted!
A really enjoyable two night stay in this excellent hotel. The room was clean, and the bed comfortable. The breakfasts were among the best I have experienced ... plenty of choice and very tasty (real honey!). The evening meal was also very good. Staff were helpful and friendly and the car parking was no problem. I highly recommend this hotel and will gladly stay there again. We even met Bob Mortimer, Paul Whitehouse and their dog Ted!
4
Nancy
13 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Needs a good clean and refresh. Very good location. Walkable to many cafes and a few restaurants.
Needs a good clean and refresh. Very good location. Walkable to many cafes and a few restaurants.
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C
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Weather was good on our first day and we got use of the garden area for drinks and snacks. The room was very comfortable and clean and the service was great. We had booked the Wednesday night and then decided to book additionally night on the Tuesday so we could see around Winchester and we are glad we did. The hotel reception managed to leave us in the same garden vie room rather than moving to the Feature double room. Although this room was bigger and more facilities within the room we were happy to stay within the room we were in. So the staff were very accommodating and very helpful. Would recommend this hotel for its staff and its location. John McLelland
Weather was good on our first day and we got use of the garden area for drinks and snacks. The room was very comfortable and clean and the service was great. We had booked the Wednesday night and then decided to book additionally night on the Tuesday so we could see around Winchester and we are glad we did. The hotel reception managed to leave us in the same garden vie room rather than moving to the Feature double room. Although this room was bigger and more facilities within the room we were happy to stay within the room we were in. So the staff were very accommodating and very helpful. Would recommend this hotel for its staff and its location. John McLelland
4
John
16 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great breakfast & friendly staff. First room had a broken loo. Replaced room was very tired and needed a good clean. Flaking paint on the walls, spilt drink splatter, cobwebs and dirt in the bathroom.
Great breakfast & friendly staff. First room had a broken loo. Replaced room was very tired and needed a good clean. Flaking paint on the walls, spilt drink splatter, cobwebs and dirt in the bathroom.
10
Catherine
12 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, comfortable and great location
Clean, comfortable and great location
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Thomas
25 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location for the centre of Winchester. Good information given about parking. The room was very clean. Staff were friendly and polite albeit at times a little hidden and so waiting at the bar was prolonged. Parts of the hotel looked a little tired but overall a pleasant stay.
Good location for the centre of Winchester. Good information given about parking. The room was very clean. Staff were friendly and polite albeit at times a little hidden and so waiting at the bar was prolonged. Parts of the hotel looked a little tired but overall a pleasant stay.
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Farai
24 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
1. Had to shower in my own filth as shower would not drain 2. Flushing the toilet was a hit and miss as it would probably work once in 5 attempts 3. Carpets throughout the hotel either need replacing or a thorough clean. 4. The interior looks dated
1. Had to shower in my own filth as shower would not drain 2. Flushing the toilet was a hit and miss as it would probably work once in 5 attempts 3. Carpets throughout the hotel either need replacing or a thorough clean. 4. The interior looks dated
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Lucinda
10 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was a very peaceful place, spotlessly clean, nice bed and bedlinen easy walk from the train station and town centre and cathedral. The garden was so peaceful. Lots of plugs, nice lights pleasant decor and toiletries. I booked an upgraded executive room for the following elements that weren’t all provided: black out blinds (they were there but didn’t cover the window so bright) garden view (I got it but only after stressful negotiations with reception) deep soak tub (it was a regular bath) robe and slippers(weren’t provided) the bed was good but the pillows were like bricks. They don’t have aircon either. The first room they put me in at the back of the hotel had a horrible view and I think possibly water heater pipes under the floor. If you stay you need to ensure you upgrade to a garden view and I wouldn’t recommend for hot summer nights as the fan doesn’t really cut it. Probably better for autumn or spring.
It was a very peaceful place, spotlessly clean, nice bed and bedlinen easy walk from the train station and town centre and cathedral. The garden was so peaceful. Lots of plugs, nice lights pleasant decor and toiletries. I booked an upgraded executive room for the following elements that weren’t all provided: black out blinds (they were there but didn’t cover the window so bright) garden view (I got it but only after stressful negotiations with reception) deep soak tub (it was a regular bath) robe and slippers(weren’t provided) the bed was good but the pillows were like bricks. They don’t have aircon either. The first room they put me in at the back of the hotel had a horrible view and I think possibly water heater pipes under the floor. If you stay you need to ensure you upgrade to a garden view and I wouldn’t recommend for hot summer nights as the fan doesn’t really cut it. Probably better for autumn or spring.
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Rooms
Rooms are often spacious and comfortable, with some lovely garden views. Decor can feel dated or basic, several lack air conditioning and run warm in hot weather, and a few face noise from the bar or garden.
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Neal
18 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Winchester Royal Hotel was great for one night's stay. My garden view room felt like a suite after my stay in one of London's modern hotels with a tiny narrow room. The room had almost everything one would want--except for air conditioning. It was a tad warm and stuffy. They did have a fan to provide circulation. Since my room was on the ground floor, I did not feel comfortable leaving the windows open even with the safety chain that should keep someone from being able to climb through. It was cooler outside than inside. Lack of air conditioning in some of the rooms would not be a problem during cooler periods. I enjoyed having the tea kettle and the towel warmer. There were also an iron and ironing board and a hair dryer that I did not use. The TV worked well. The chair was comfortable. The bed was comfortable as well. The towels are thick and fluffy. The step up into the tub/shower is high. Someone with mobility issues might find it difficult to maneuver getting into and out of the tub. The glass between the shower and toilet only goes halfway down the length of the tub. Water gets on the floor.
The Winchester Royal Hotel was great for one night's stay. My garden view room felt like a suite after my stay in one of London's modern hotels with a tiny narrow room. The room had almost everything one would want--except for air conditioning. It was a tad warm and stuffy. They did have a fan to provide circulation. Since my room was on the ground floor, I did not feel comfortable leaving the windows open even with the safety chain that should keep someone from being able to climb through. It was cooler outside than inside. Lack of air conditioning in some of the rooms would not be a problem during cooler periods. I enjoyed having the tea kettle and the towel warmer. There were also an iron and ironing board and a hair dryer that I did not use. The TV worked well. The chair was comfortable. The bed was comfortable as well. The towels are thick and fluffy. The step up into the tub/shower is high. Someone with mobility issues might find it difficult to maneuver getting into and out of the tub. The glass between the shower and toilet only goes halfway down the length of the tub. Water gets on the floor.
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Vladimir
5 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed one night in the feature room and it was good - power showers, comfy bed and quiet. The room was cozy and nice. Shame there is no AC which could be very problematic during the heat. Check in process was smooth and quick and staff was friendly and efficient. The hotel has great location and a lovely garden. It is patchy at parts to call it luxury but the overall impression is positive.
We stayed one night in the feature room and it was good - power showers, comfy bed and quiet. The room was cozy and nice. Shame there is no AC which could be very problematic during the heat. Check in process was smooth and quick and staff was friendly and efficient. The hotel has great location and a lovely garden. It is patchy at parts to call it luxury but the overall impression is positive.
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Andrew
9 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Good central location, but over priced also facilities not good , no working WiFi and issues with the electrics, staff were helpful and friendly.
Good central location, but over priced also facilities not good , no working WiFi and issues with the electrics, staff were helpful and friendly.
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Jayne
9 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Initially disappointed that we were given a room in the old part of the building but turned out to be great. Large spacious room with a view over the lovely walled garden. Hotel very centrally located close to all the bars and restaurants, and the High Street. Car park not huge but managed to get the last space. Busy I think because it was a Saturday. Seemed to be plenty of spaces on the Sunday and Monday. Only downside to our stay was a slow check-in. The receptionist was very busy attending to other guests issues, and then the lady in front of me took a long time. When it was my turn check in was very quick. Would definitely stay at the hotel again.
Initially disappointed that we were given a room in the old part of the building but turned out to be great. Large spacious room with a view over the lovely walled garden. Hotel very centrally located close to all the bars and restaurants, and the High Street. Car park not huge but managed to get the last space. Busy I think because it was a Saturday. Seemed to be plenty of spaces on the Sunday and Monday. Only downside to our stay was a slow check-in. The receptionist was very busy attending to other guests issues, and then the lady in front of me took a long time. When it was my turn check in was very quick. Would definitely stay at the hotel again.
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Deb
17 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Only some rooms have air con. Not ours and was hot & stuffy. Fan provided helped but frustrating when you know just up the corridor has air con
Only some rooms have air con. Not ours and was hot & stuffy. Fan provided helped but frustrating when you know just up the corridor has air con
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Douglas
22 Nov 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
I had a room above the bar, so I heard music until rather late. Make sure you don’t get that room!
I had a room above the bar, so I heard music until rather late. Make sure you don’t get that room!
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Ruth
27 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We weren’t advised about the outdoor film showing in the garden outside our room until 11:45pm. This prevented us from sleeping. Also there are 2 car parks which I wasn’t told about. We couldn’t park one night and had to find another car park. Staff were apologetic and offered a partial refund which we accepted. Could have been avoided if we were put in a suitable room.
We weren’t advised about the outdoor film showing in the garden outside our room until 11:45pm. This prevented us from sleeping. Also there are 2 car parks which I wasn’t told about. We couldn’t park one night and had to find another car park. Staff were apologetic and offered a partial refund which we accepted. Could have been avoided if we were put in a suitable room.
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John
13 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Located in the heart of Winchester. The rooms are spacious and bed comfortable. Lounge areas very nice. The rooms are probably due some attention as they are a bit tired
Located in the heart of Winchester. The rooms are spacious and bed comfortable. Lounge areas very nice. The rooms are probably due some attention as they are a bit tired
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George
30 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really nice, spacious rooms. We stayed with our 2 small children and there was enough room for all of us. The location is perfect - very central but on a quiet street. The best feature of the hotel is the garden seating. Eating outside there is very special indeed. My only complaint is the charge of 15 pound for parking! I've never stayed at a hotel before and been charged for parking. And when I was shocked at the cost the receptionist rolled her eyes at me, as though I was the one being unreasonable for even questioning it (I was merely surprised and was very polite, so there was no need for her reaction). In general though the staff were very nice and acommodating.
Really nice, spacious rooms. We stayed with our 2 small children and there was enough room for all of us. The location is perfect - very central but on a quiet street. The best feature of the hotel is the garden seating. Eating outside there is very special indeed. My only complaint is the charge of 15 pound for parking! I've never stayed at a hotel before and been charged for parking. And when I was shocked at the cost the receptionist rolled her eyes at me, as though I was the one being unreasonable for even questioning it (I was merely surprised and was very polite, so there was no need for her reaction). In general though the staff were very nice and acommodating.
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Lesley
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, onsite parking, lovely welcoming entrance. Room and bathroom a little tired and worn. Doors very thin so you can hear all the other guests talking and walking up and down the corridor.
Great location, onsite parking, lovely welcoming entrance. Room and bathroom a little tired and worn. Doors very thin so you can hear all the other guests talking and walking up and down the corridor.
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Service
Staff are generally friendly and accommodating, with early check-ins and upgrades noted. Some guests experienced slow or impersonal service, difficulty reaching the hotel by phone, or booking/admin errors.
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Sarah
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The lady on reception on our arrival was amazing & could not do enough to help.
The lady on reception on our arrival was amazing & could not do enough to help.
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Rachel
4 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Staff at check in quite impersonal and not very welcoming.
Staff at check in quite impersonal and not very welcoming.
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Michèle
6 Sept 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Wonderfully situated hotel with an interesting history. Staff were friendly and efficient throughout. Breakfast time was busy and sometimes fruit ran out - but understandable.
Wonderfully situated hotel with an interesting history. Staff were friendly and efficient throughout. Breakfast time was busy and sometimes fruit ran out - but understandable.
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Richard
3 Apr 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is perfectly situated for all the attractions around Winchester as well as the shops and restaurants. The hotel restaurant was lovely and we were looked after. My only criticism is in the days leading up to arrival it was difficult to get anyone to answer the phone [I wanted to check on a restaurant booking] other than that, well recommended.
This hotel is perfectly situated for all the attractions around Winchester as well as the shops and restaurants. The hotel restaurant was lovely and we were looked after. My only criticism is in the days leading up to arrival it was difficult to get anyone to answer the phone [I wanted to check on a restaurant booking] other than that, well recommended.
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C
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Weather was good on our first day and we got use of the garden area for drinks and snacks. The room was very comfortable and clean and the service was great. We had booked the Wednesday night and then decided to book additionally night on the Tuesday so we could see around Winchester and we are glad we did. The hotel reception managed to leave us in the same garden vie room rather than moving to the Feature double room. Although this room was bigger and more facilities within the room we were happy to stay within the room we were in. So the staff were very accommodating and very helpful. Would recommend this hotel for its staff and its location. John McLelland
Weather was good on our first day and we got use of the garden area for drinks and snacks. The room was very comfortable and clean and the service was great. We had booked the Wednesday night and then decided to book additionally night on the Tuesday so we could see around Winchester and we are glad we did. The hotel reception managed to leave us in the same garden vie room rather than moving to the Feature double room. Although this room was bigger and more facilities within the room we were happy to stay within the room we were in. So the staff were very accommodating and very helpful. Would recommend this hotel for its staff and its location. John McLelland
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Ralitsa
3 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Some positives - great location, clean room, quiet, early check in. Negatives- our room was given yo someone else, they came in as we were watching TB with our toddler, giving out the correct rooms is pretty much basic for a hotel, the other guest was appalled. Another let down was the service in the bar, it was very slow and they are clearly lacking enough staff.
Some positives - great location, clean room, quiet, early check in. Negatives- our room was given yo someone else, they came in as we were watching TB with our toddler, giving out the correct rooms is pretty much basic for a hotel, the other guest was appalled. Another let down was the service in the bar, it was very slow and they are clearly lacking enough staff.
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Patrick
4 May 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great hotel literally yards from the high street but set on a really quiet road. Staff were all super helpful and it has a great bar and garden where you can sit and chill after a busy day sightseeing. Theres two carparks at this hotel which although you have to pay for, are superb and super convenient. Beds are big & comfy and i wouldn't hesitate in using this hotel again.
Great hotel literally yards from the high street but set on a really quiet road. Staff were all super helpful and it has a great bar and garden where you can sit and chill after a busy day sightseeing. Theres two carparks at this hotel which although you have to pay for, are superb and super convenient. Beds are big & comfy and i wouldn't hesitate in using this hotel again.
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Colin
18 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very slow service in the bar and restaurant and cold food at the self service breakfast table.
Very slow service in the bar and restaurant and cold food at the self service breakfast table.
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BRIAN THOMAS
19 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ideal position staff very good
Ideal position staff very good
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Clare
20 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
When we first arrived it took a while for either receptionists to acknowledge us. We were told the room number but not given any directions, we had to ask where the room was.
When we first arrived it took a while for either receptionists to acknowledge us. We were told the room number but not given any directions, we had to ask where the room was.
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Location
Central, walkable base for the High Street, cathedral and sights, and convenient for rail travelers. Many find it quiet for the setting.
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Michelle
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff , great location , comfortable beds And very good breakfast . Would stay again
Friendly staff , great location , comfortable beds And very good breakfast . Would stay again
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Jeremy
11 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel has a really lovely walled courtyard. It is located very close to Winchester Cathedral and other tourist sites.
The hotel has a really lovely walled courtyard. It is located very close to Winchester Cathedral and other tourist sites.
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Colin
21 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Classic hotel with lovely indoor and outdoor spaces, we had a beautiful spacious Feature room. Professional and friendly team with great service - right in the centre of the city couldn’t be a better location and has parking for visitors with cars.
Classic hotel with lovely indoor and outdoor spaces, we had a beautiful spacious Feature room. Professional and friendly team with great service - right in the centre of the city couldn’t be a better location and has parking for visitors with cars.
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Neil
26 Apr 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location right in the centre of Winchester, nice and clean, lovely garden view, friendly staff
Great location right in the centre of Winchester, nice and clean, lovely garden view, friendly staff
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Daniel
2 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice hotel close to the city shops.
Very nice hotel close to the city shops.
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caron
24 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A lovely hotel right in the town easy walk into the centre for the museum, cathedral and Christmas market. Food was nice but a bit expensive. Car parking was a nightmare. We arrived at the car park for the hotel and it was full. We waited an hour and I went to reception to say we can’t get parked and I was told that if we had waited over 20 minutes we were going to get a parking ticket. We were then told there was an overflow car park which we were lucky to get parked in as I needed a disabled bay. Luckily we didn’t use the car whilst staying at the hotel so we didn’t have the same parking issue. Once we got to our room there was a qr code to scan for extra information. There was a map where the overflow car park was. I asked reception why wasn’t the car park info e mailed to you before arrival and was told it does if you booked direct. Surely all guests should receive this info before arriving. Four other cars had the same problem and waited for a long time to get parked.
A lovely hotel right in the town easy walk into the centre for the museum, cathedral and Christmas market. Food was nice but a bit expensive. Car parking was a nightmare. We arrived at the car park for the hotel and it was full. We waited an hour and I went to reception to say we can’t get parked and I was told that if we had waited over 20 minutes we were going to get a parking ticket. We were then told there was an overflow car park which we were lucky to get parked in as I needed a disabled bay. Luckily we didn’t use the car whilst staying at the hotel so we didn’t have the same parking issue. Once we got to our room there was a qr code to scan for extra information. There was a map where the overflow car park was. I asked reception why wasn’t the car park info e mailed to you before arrival and was told it does if you booked direct. Surely all guests should receive this info before arriving. Four other cars had the same problem and waited for a long time to get parked.
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Dean
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Loved this little hotel which was walking distance from a lot of food and shopping as well as the cathedral and other sites. Beautiful garden, nice bar, and delicious breakfast.
Loved this little hotel which was walking distance from a lot of food and shopping as well as the cathedral and other sites. Beautiful garden, nice bar, and delicious breakfast.
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Alison
15 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, so central, good breakfast, accommodation slightly jaded.
Great location, so central, good breakfast, accommodation slightly jaded.
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Iain
13 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location in centre of Winchester Limited parking which isn't free
Great location in centre of Winchester Limited parking which isn't free
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Kim
22 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location. Room was basic. Short spans of stairs from entrance and to rooms was a bit difficult as we were traveling with large luggage. Lovely garden area.
Excellent location. Room was basic. Short spans of stairs from entrance and to rooms was a bit difficult as we were traveling with large luggage. Lovely garden area.
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Dining
Breakfast and dining receive mixed feedback: plenty praise tasty options, while others report queues, slow replenishment and uneven quality; some find prices high or the bar closing early. Overall food experiences vary by timing and expectations.
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Graham
20 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A really enjoyable two night stay in this excellent hotel. The room was clean, and the bed comfortable. The breakfasts were among the best I have experienced ... plenty of choice and very tasty (real honey!). The evening meal was also very good. Staff were helpful and friendly and the car parking was no problem. I highly recommend this hotel and will gladly stay there again. We even met Bob Mortimer, Paul Whitehouse and their dog Ted!
A really enjoyable two night stay in this excellent hotel. The room was clean, and the bed comfortable. The breakfasts were among the best I have experienced ... plenty of choice and very tasty (real honey!). The evening meal was also very good. Staff were helpful and friendly and the car parking was no problem. I highly recommend this hotel and will gladly stay there again. We even met Bob Mortimer, Paul Whitehouse and their dog Ted!
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pauline
16 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very comfortable surroundings at the heart of the city. The food and service was excellent. We would return on another visit to the area.
Very comfortable surroundings at the heart of the city. The food and service was excellent. We would return on another visit to the area.
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Pauline
30 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was good but the breakfast was a bit chaotic.We had to wait a long time for bacon and tomatoes to arrive and by that time the eggs had gone cold. Think this was due to the graduations and a wedding making it extremely busy.
The room was good but the breakfast was a bit chaotic.We had to wait a long time for bacon and tomatoes to arrive and by that time the eggs had gone cold. Think this was due to the graduations and a wedding making it extremely busy.
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Wendy
11 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The location was very close to High street. Our meal in the restaurant was excellent
The location was very close to High street. Our meal in the restaurant was excellent
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Lynn
13 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean, friendly. Wonderful breakfast!
Very clean, friendly. Wonderful breakfast!
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John
22 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast was lacking quality and layout.
Breakfast was lacking quality and layout.
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Paul
23 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed for one night (Saturday) while meeting up with friends in Winchester. We only needed a room and breakfast so did not experience much else of the hotel. Firstly, the location is fantastic as it is only a 30 second walk to the high street, but also on a quiet road. Parking was pretty easy, although it was busy and we got the last available space. We checked ahead to make sure we could drop our bags off early before checking in. After being told that would be fine it was a bit frustrating to be told on the day that there was no room and we would need to leave our bags in our car until it was time to check in. But in the scheme of things, this is a minor gripe. Check in was nice and easy and the room was pretty good - it was a nice size, good view over the garden, comfortable and clean. The breakfast was buffet style and suffered the expected problem; food was dry and eggs barely edible unless timed for when they came out fresh. There was one coffee machine which meant there was a queue to get a drink. But it was reasonably priced, ok quality and set us up for the day. Overall, the hotel is perfect for a weekend in Winchester city centre. We will definitely come back again.
We stayed for one night (Saturday) while meeting up with friends in Winchester. We only needed a room and breakfast so did not experience much else of the hotel. Firstly, the location is fantastic as it is only a 30 second walk to the high street, but also on a quiet road. Parking was pretty easy, although it was busy and we got the last available space. We checked ahead to make sure we could drop our bags off early before checking in. After being told that would be fine it was a bit frustrating to be told on the day that there was no room and we would need to leave our bags in our car until it was time to check in. But in the scheme of things, this is a minor gripe. Check in was nice and easy and the room was pretty good - it was a nice size, good view over the garden, comfortable and clean. The breakfast was buffet style and suffered the expected problem; food was dry and eggs barely edible unless timed for when they came out fresh. There was one coffee machine which meant there was a queue to get a drink. But it was reasonably priced, ok quality and set us up for the day. Overall, the hotel is perfect for a weekend in Winchester city centre. We will definitely come back again.
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Elise
17 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A delightful hotel. Our room was very spacious and comfortable. The food was delicious. Loved hanging out in the courtyard for an evening nightcap. Very conveniently located in Winchester. Enjoyed all the history behind the hotel and Winchester is a fascinating town.
A delightful hotel. Our room was very spacious and comfortable. The food was delicious. Loved hanging out in the courtyard for an evening nightcap. Very conveniently located in Winchester. Enjoyed all the history behind the hotel and Winchester is a fascinating town.
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Rickie
8 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This property was clearly once a lovely hotel but it seems a little tired in need of a refurb. The room was quite hot so we were grateful for the fan. No fridge in the room to keep water cold. Also closing the very full bar at 11 on a Saturday night seemed a bit early too. Paying £15 a night for parking in the hotel car park was also a bit off considering the rooms weren't that cheap. The gardens are lovely though.
This property was clearly once a lovely hotel but it seems a little tired in need of a refurb. The room was quite hot so we were grateful for the fan. No fridge in the room to keep water cold. Also closing the very full bar at 11 on a Saturday night seemed a bit early too. Paying £15 a night for parking in the hotel car park was also a bit off considering the rooms weren't that cheap. The gardens are lovely though.
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Adam
10 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very convenient, Hotel is central and near where we needed to be. Staff were friendly but service was poor. No draft beer in bar nor other drinks we requested. Breakfast service no hot water for drinks, empty condiments and pastries weren’t restocked.
Very convenient, Hotel is central and near where we needed to be. Staff were friendly but service was poor. No draft beer in bar nor other drinks we requested. Breakfast service no hot water for drinks, empty condiments and pastries weren’t restocked.
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Alexandra
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
The location is amazing, the staff super helpful, the view on the large garden very enjoyable but…the overall vibe is a very dated hotel with low spec furnishing and bathroom. No lift to first floor, no conditioner/body lotion and slippers/bathrobes. Not very good value for money in my opinion.
The location is amazing, the staff super helpful, the view on the large garden very enjoyable but…the overall vibe is a very dated hotel with low spec furnishing and bathroom. No lift to first floor, no conditioner/body lotion and slippers/bathrobes. Not very good value for money in my opinion.
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DAVID
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice room clean and comfortable. The staff were excellent the food very good. I would highly recommend a stay here.
Very nice room clean and comfortable. The staff were excellent the food very good. I would highly recommend a stay here.
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Björkstrand
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel with perfect central location a few minutes walk from the main street and the cathedral. Very nice garden with seating to have tea or drinks. Parking on the hotel premises. We didn’t eat breakfast so no opinion there.
Nice hotel with perfect central location a few minutes walk from the main street and the cathedral. Very nice garden with seating to have tea or drinks. Parking on the hotel premises. We didn’t eat breakfast so no opinion there.
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Kim
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly staff. Lovely breakfast. Room was clean and comfy but lacked a fridge. We managed to find a parking space in the car park.The weather was lovely at the beginning of October so we sat on the delightful garden. A very nice weekend in the heart of Winchester .
Friendly staff. Lovely breakfast. Room was clean and comfy but lacked a fridge. We managed to find a parking space in the car park.The weather was lovely at the beginning of October so we sat on the delightful garden. A very nice weekend in the heart of Winchester .
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Rosanna
13 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Polite, helpful staff Great it’s dog friendly Not a four star hotel though, by any stretch of the imagination. Felt super dated and old and not what I’d expect for something labelled as four star The location was great though, a short stroll to the city centre. Probably wouldn’t visit the hotel again
Polite, helpful staff Great it’s dog friendly Not a four star hotel though, by any stretch of the imagination. Felt super dated and old and not what I’d expect for something labelled as four star The location was great though, a short stroll to the city centre. Probably wouldn’t visit the hotel again
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FAQs about Winchester Royal Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Self parking is available on-site for a fee of GBP 15.00 per night. Please note that parking is limited, and a reservation may be required.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children.
Are pets allowed at the property?
Pets are allowed at the property with a fee of GBP 25 per pet per night, varying based on the length of stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is available from 3:00 PM until 11:59 PM, and check-out is required by 11:00 AM. Late check-out may be available for a fee of GBP 20.00, subject to availability.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Additional accessibility features may be available upon request.
What is the location like in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located within a 5-minute drive of South Downs National Park and Winnall Moors Nature Reserve. It is approximately 15.1 miles from Southampton Cruise Terminal and 16.9 miles from New Forest National Park. Several attractions, including Winchester Cathedral and Theatre Royal Winchester, are within walking distance.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Up to 12 children can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. The property also has family rooms available.
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Up to 12 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
Business details
Property registration number 83508
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
- Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 15.00 per night
- Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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