10 Top-Rated Hotels in Southampton, Hampshire, England

August 6, 2022 Alida England

Southwest of London is Southampton (Soton to the locals), a metropolitan area centered around the port. However, tucked away on the side streets are ancient gems such as the Tudor House, Mottisfont Abbey, and "God's House," a museum located in a tower in the medieval wall. The ultra-modern Sea City Museum celebrates Southampton's seafaring past and the RMS Titanic. Looking for nightlife? Travelers can dance the hours away with bars, clubs, and live music, all accessible by public transportation.
Restaurants in Southampton

1. room2 Southampton hometel

1-8 Queens Terrace, Southampton SO14 3BP England
Excellent
82%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 607 reviews

room2 Southampton hometel

Take all the comforts and flexibility of your home, plus the best bits of a hotel and you get room2 Southampton, the world’s first Hometel.

No (real) complaints at all

Reviewed By Beebee1964

Very nice room, teenage child enjoyed being in the "loft" room, friendly service, the onsite pizzas were very nice. Being able to check out at 2 made a huge difference for me, especially as I overslept (bed very comfortable) and it meant I didn't have to rush around. My negative observations are minor - wi fi a bit slow and it disconnected once or twice, Could have done with a frying pan, kitchen tongs, more loo paper, more than one dishwasher tablet more than one ordinary tea bag.

2. Southampton Harbour Hotel & Spa

5 Maritime Walk Ocean Village, Southampton SO14 3TL England 011 44 23 8110 3456
Excellent
83%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 1326 reviews

Southampton Harbour Hotel & Spa

Set on a small, private marina with a striking ’super yacht’ style design, our critically-acclaimed flagship hotel is known for its stunning contemporary interiors, luxury facilities and outstanding customer service. Opened since 2017, it has earned Southampton’s only five-star designation to date. The 119 luxury rooms including 10 suites which all come with 400 thread count Egyptian cotton sheets, waterfall showers, Nespresso coffee machines and White Company toiletries as standard. Most rooms and suites have views over the marina, or out across the Solent to the Isle of Wight.

Definitely NOT a 5* hotel

Reviewed By Cornishdish

We were really looking forward to staying for 3 nights at this hotel. Unfortunately for many reasons the hotel is not worthy of a 5* We have stayed at many 5* hotels including the Ritz and the Langham in London and we expected to be greeted by a doorman at the front of the hotel, had our suitcases taken from the car to our room and the car valet parked. The website does not show the front entrance to the hotel and we had to ask someone where to go. Our Marina View suite with a large balcony was very comfortable and we were very pleased with it. The food offered in the restaurants was okay but not 5* and surprisingly there were no tablecloths, heavy badly designed utility crockery (the teaspoon wouldn't stay on the saucer) and cheap cutlery. Service in the restaurant was friendly but the staff were not trained very well, if one person had finished their meal the plate was taken before the other had finished eating. Unused cups and saucers at breakfast were collected up by placing fingers inside them and returning them to a cupboard likewise glasses. The pool was much smaller than it looked on the website and was very cold, the ladies changing room had towels placed on the floor by staff to mop up water from the showers. I told the spa receptionist the pool was too cold and after checking the temperature she agreed to contact maintenance but unfortunately it wasn't any warmer the next day.

3. Premier Inn Southampton West Quay hotel

96 Harbour Parade West Quay, Southampton SO15 1BA England
Excellent
55%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3070 reviews

Premier Inn Southampton West Quay hotel

Located right at the heart of Southampton's city centre, Premier Inn Hotel Southampton West Quay is ideal if you've got your heart set on shopping, sight-seeing or just about anything else. With international transport hubs nearby, we're the perfect location if you're travelling further afield too. You'll fall in love with what Southampton has to offer. Swoon over an array of stylish shops in West Quay. Or be smitten with the unique landscape of the New Forest. Lose your heart to some great entertainment at the Mayflower Theatre, then eat your heart out at our restaurant, before getting a great night's sleep in a comfy bed.

A few less frills than usual ....

Reviewed By L246

Fab location and the usual excellent breakfast and comfortable bed. BUT still no servicing of the room during your stay. Ask for tea, coffee and milk nightly from reception and get new towels from a cleaner.

4. Elizabeth House Hotel

42-44 The Avenue, Southampton SO17 1XP England
Excellent
56%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 611 reviews

Elizabeth House Hotel

Finding an ideal family-friendly hotel in Southampton does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Elizabeth House Hotel, a nice option for travelers like you. Close to some of Southampton's most popular landmarks, such as Southampton Old Cemetery (0.4 mi) and Titanic Engineer Officers Memorial (0.7 mi), Elizabeth Hotel is a great destination for tourists. The rooms offer a flat screen TV, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease. Elizabeth Hotel features room service, newspaper, and baggage storage. In addition, as a valued Elizabeth House Hotel guest, you can enjoy breakfast that is available on-site. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. While you’re here, be sure to check out some of the Indian restaurants, including Cosmo, JRC Global Buffet Southampton, and Coriander Lounge, all of which are a short distance from Elizabeth Hotel. There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular marinas such as Ocean Village and Town Quay. Elizabeth House Hotel looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Southampton.

Highly recommended

Reviewed By barriep288

This hotel was very convenient for us to visit friends and family nearby. This was was our second stay in that last 12 months and on both occasions we found staff to be very friendly and helpful. On this second visit we stayed in the newly refurbished accommodation which is alongside the main hotel. The breakfast selection was very good for us as we don’t eat meat. We will definitely be staying here again.

5. Jurys Inn Southampton

1 Charlotte Place, Southampton SO14 0TB England
Excellent
44%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
7%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 2406 reviews

Jurys Inn Southampton

Jurys Inn Southampton is ideally located in the heart of the city, just a 15 minute walk from the Central Rail Station and the Old Town. Conveniently situated for all the city's attractions the hotel is the best place to stay if you want to explore all Southampton has to offer - from the City Art Gallery and The Mayflower Theatre to WestQuay Shopping centre and O2 Guildhall Southampton. Hawthorns Urban Wildlife centre and Southampton Common are a leisurely 20 minute walk away for those looking for some relaxing time outdoors. The hotel features an all day Costa Coffee bar and a stylish onsite bar to relax in after an eventful day in the city. You can enjoy a great selection of seasonal food and drink in our restaurant which is open from 6:30am to 10:00am for breakfast and 6:00pm to 10:00pm for dinner. Our comfortable bedrooms can accommodate up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. All bedrooms are furnished with large soft beds, spacious bathrooms with complimentary toiletries, a hair dryer, a flat screen TV with Freeview, and Free WiFi. Enjoy a warm welcome, comfortable bedrooms, seasonal menus and a memorable visit to Southampton with Jurys Inn.

Comfortable busy hotel with no on site parking

Reviewed By roberty469

Busy family friendly hotel. Across the road from a lovely park & a short walk into town. Our room was comfortable bright & clean . 2 beds a single & a double . Meal times were very busy as it was half term and the hotel is in the deal with Pepper Pig world . Little fingers into everything on the buffet. No on-site parking not easy to access on foot as it’s in the middle of a traffic island .

6. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Southampton

Bracken Place Chilworth, Southampton SO16 3RB England
Excellent
28%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
15%
Terrible
16%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 1066 reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Southampton

Finding an ideal family-friendly hotel in Southampton does not have to be difficult. Welcome to DoubleTree by Hilton Southampton, a nice option for travelers like you. Nearby landmarks such as University of Southampton (1.6 mi) and Southampton Old Cemetery (2.3 mi) make Hilton Southampton Hotel a great place to stay when visiting Southampton. The rooms offer a flat screen TV and air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease. Hilton Southampton Hotel features a 24 hour front desk, room service, and newspaper. In addition, as a valued Hilton Southampton guest, you can enjoy breakfast that is available on-site. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to parking. While visiting Southampton, you may want to try some dumplings at one of the nearby restaurants, such as Pho Vietnam or Basmati Nepalese and Indian restaurant. If you’re looking for something to do, Childrens Pleasure Park (0.4 mi) and Daisy Dip (1.0 mi) are a nice way to spend some time, and they are all within walking distance of Hilton Southampton Hotel. DoubleTree by Hilton Southampton looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Southampton.

lovely hotel pre-cruise stay

Reviewed By Sharon M

we came here for one night before our cruise booked BB with parking great deal I also had transfers included both ways to cruise port staff were very helpful throughout our stay given water and cookies as we checked inn was given a room on the 4th floor king suite ideal for us it was quiet even though they are doing renovations in the hotel we had drinks evening meals and breakfast at the hotel all tasted fine no complaints at all yes we would definitely stay here again staff at the hotel all very friendly

7. Premier Inn Southampton City Centre hotel

New Road, Southampton SO14 0AB England
Excellent
43%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
6%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 2247 reviews

Premier Inn Southampton City Centre hotel

Premier Inn Hotel Southampton City Centre puts you right at the heart of the city. From one of Europe's biggest shopping centres, to some magical entertainment for the little ones, there's lots to see and do on your doorstep. Whether you're spending quality time with the family, or you're travelling on business, we'll make sure you enjoy your stay. The fun comes in all shapes and sizes in Southampton. Live it large at West Quay shopping centre, with over 100 stylish shops to enjoy. Enjoy a taste of the Middle Ages, with the medieval defensive walls and the Old Town. Or take a little stroll down the QE2 Mile, a pedestrian route that runs through the heart of the city and links the parks, shops and waterfront. Scrumptious food awaits you at our restaurant, and a sumptuous bed in your room.

good value and good location

Reviewed By 22JenO

Great central location. Minor heads up it is near a relatively busy road and the train line. It does have double/triple (?) glazing so wasn't an issue for me but might be for very light sleepers. The hotel felt secure, you can't access the lift without a key card and the same for the corridors the rooms were in. Overall exactly what you'd expect from a premier inn - comfy bed, clean room. No frills but good value

8. Holiday Inn Southampton, an IHG hotel

Herbert Walker Avenue, Southampton SO15 1AG England
Excellent
28%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
8%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 1771 reviews

Holiday Inn Southampton, an IHG hotel

From May 2018 Holiday Inn Southampton boasts 133 refurbished bedrooms with en-suite, air-con and WiFi. The Hotel is based in a fantastic City Centre location to explore Southampton and the surround areas. The Hotel is on the doorstep of several Cruise Terminals, making it the perfect Hotel for your pre cruise stay! During your stay you can take advantage of West Quay Shopping Centre, day trips to the Isle of Wight, New Forest, and Paulton's Park, as well as being close to Southampton Boatshow, Ocean Business Convention and Seaworks Convention. The Hotel's boasts up to 6 spacious and air conditions Function Suites ideal for any occasion or event up to 150 people. We have Starbucks coffee available in our new Open Lobby space together with a relaxing space to wine and dine. Accessible & Family Rooms available. Kids Stay & Eat Free (Terms and Conditions Apply)

Amazing breakfast

Reviewed By E7427MYbeckyl

I’d like to particular commend Sammi who served the most incredible breakfast! She realised I was gluten free and then proceeded to bring me Gf toast with my selected poached eggs (done to perfection) and bacon - and all delivered with a smile. Amazing customer service! Thankyou Sammi!!

9. Premier Inn Southampton (Cumberland Place) hotel

12-13 Cumberland Place, Southampton SO15 2WY England 011 44 333 777 3901
Excellent
51%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
7%
Terrible
11%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 557 reviews

Premier Inn Southampton (Cumberland Place) hotel

Our Premier Inn Southampton (Cumberland Place) hotel is in the heart of bustling Southampton, so there's lots to see and do right on your doorstep. Hit the stylish shops at West Quay shopping centre, marvel at the contemporary art at Southampton City Art Gallery or head to Southampton Football Stadium to cheer on your team on match day. At the end of a day full of excitement, treat yourself to a tasty dinner at our in-house Thyme restaurant and then relax in your extra comfy, kingsize Hypnos bed.

Great Location

Reviewed By Christopher W

We stayed at this hotel after a day out in nearby Portsmouth, and then to visit Paulton's Park and the general Southampton area over the next couple of days. The car park was a two minute walk at the back of the hotel, and worked out fairly cheap (£3.50) when just leaving the car in it overnight. The hotel itself was just a five minute walk across the park to the shops and restaurants, and to the SeaCity museum. We had a family room at the end of one of the corridors on the first floor of the hotel, unfortunately there was a noisy family next door with a small child that we could hear crying - probably due to the adjoining door within the room to accommodate larger families next to each other. The only downside was the bath did not have a plug; and when when we requested one we were told that one would be sent up - it never arrived....

10. Hilton at The Ageas Bowl

Hilton At the Ageas Bowl Botley Road, Southampton SO30 3XH England
Excellent
53%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
6%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1778 reviews

Hilton at The Ageas Bowl

Boasting stunning design and countryside views, Hilton at the Ageas Bowl is part of the Ageas Bowl resort, the home of Hampshire Cricket. The hotel's large ballroom, eight meeting rooms, multi-purpose suites and 24-hour connectivity center are ideal for events. Enjoy complimentary WiFi in your spacious guest room, a treatment in the eforea spa, a round on Boundary Lakes Golf Course, or dinner at BEEFY'S by Sir Ian Botham Restaurant & Bar.

Good apart from bar food

Reviewed By 850trevora

Making allowances for Covid: Fabulous venue, comfy rooms, friendly staff and great place for a "cruise booking with car parking included". Good value and we use this hotel every time we cruise. BUT, THIS TIME we were appalled with the "lack of" quality in the bar snack sandwich. Poorly presented. No salad ( EVERY pub, at these prices, provides a sandwich with a bit of salad and a few crisps). No choice at Hilton - just bog standard sliced white bread and processed ham A REAL LET DOWN., Allowing for all that happened in lock down - we saw no excuse for a stained carpet in our room.

ThingsTodoPost © 2018 - 2024 All rights reserved.