Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday

Hotels
Sunday
7 (4130 reviews)
Paternoster Row , Winchester , gb

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Great location
Cons:
Tired decor
Poor water pressure

Categories

Cleanliness
6.14
Various reviews note the hotel is tired and some areas are outdated.
Service
7.61
Staff are consistently described as helpful and friendly.
Location
8.15
Many reviews highlight the hotel's excellent location near the cathedral.
Room Quality
6.1
Rooms described as tired and some amenities lacking.
Amenities
6.63
Amenities are mentioned to be basic and in need of updates.
Value for Money
7.09
Some reviews felt value was lacking given the condition of the hotel.
Food and Beverage
7.14
Breakfast options varied in quality, with some positive elements.
Overall Experience
7.11
Guests expressed overall satisfaction despite certain issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 17:37

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience the comfort of our bright and airy bedrooms equipped with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and free WiFi. Relax in style with our complimentary toiletries and hairdryers in each private bathroom.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in modern British dishes at the Wessex Restaurant or enjoy light snacks and afternoon tea at the cosy Kings Lounge. With 24-hour room service, satisfy your cravings any time of the day.

Convenient Location
Located in Winchester's historic centre, overlooking the iconic Winchester Cathedral, our hotel is the perfect base to explore the city. Just a short walk from the railway station and surrounded by independent shops, convenience is at your doorstep.

Book now for a delightful stay at Mercure Winchester Wessex Hotel!

Important information:

Minors under 18 must be accompanied by parents or legal representatives. Third person named by parents must present their written authorization (certified signature).

Please note that the credit card used to book must be presented on arrival.

Please note that to book a twin room you must be from the same household. The property will ask you for proof of ID at check-in.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SOU

Location

Guest Reviews

7
Based on 4130 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.14
Service: 7.61
Location: 8.15
Room Quality: 6.1
Amenities: 6.63
Value for Money: 7.09
Food and Beverage: 7.14
Overall Experience: 7.11
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Gary couple gb
10
Excellent stay
Pros:

No breakfast all good

Cons:

All good thank you

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Andrew solo_traveller gb
7
It was a good base for a one night stay to explore Winchester
Pros:

Staff were pleasant and efficient. My room had a view of the cathedral. Bed was clean and comfortable. Complimentary `bottled water was a nice touch in view of the hot weather.

Cons:

The decor, furniture and fittings were rather "tired" (but everything worked).

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Darren solo_traveller gb
3
Pros:

The location is great

Cons:

Its old, dated, looks dirty because of the carpets and furniture being so old.
My sink was blocked, had to pump the toilet handle so it would flush. Just over all a poor hotel and definitely not value for money.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Susan couple gb
1
Cons:

room was not cleaned on Wednesday, our 2nd day. We were only told AFTER we complained that we needed to alert the desk/ reception if we wanted housekeeping. Even Premier Inn's do better than this and at a much lower price-point. We asked for compensation but were told we could only get this through Booking.com since we did not book directly with the Hotel. Advice please.
Hotel is NOT suitable for people with disabilities. One of us is in a wheelchair and has very limited mobility. The lifts are too small for a wheelchair and can only be operational if the wheelchair user can manipulate the wheelchair toward the side so a lot of shunting back-and forth was required to allow the lift door to close and operate.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Helen family_with_children gb
2
Winchester is a lovely place to visit but don't stay at the Wessex hotel.
Pros:

Lovely central location

Cons:

I booked the suite to take my mother away for a few days on a trip. The room was overlooking a new Travellodge. It was extremely noisy with recycling and deliveries from 5.30 in the morning., therefore it was not a relaxing break. It was hot and the air conditioning in the bedroom leaked water all over my mother's suitcase. This was not mended despite being reported to reception.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller gb
8
Great location
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Noise from bottles being dropped into bin

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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John S solo_traveller gb
4
Very poor
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Reception: Reception button to get attention - did not work. Lifts were either worked or were out of order. Corridors to rooms: Carpets were filthy and worn and the air was stale and humid Room was relatively better with air con which you could control. Room had no Hotel guide or tv instructions. Buffet breakfast was poor and if you expected a warm breakfast forget it. While I was there, there was no hot water for tea until a day requested it. Decor over the hotel is dirty and sin need of re decorating. This hotel is in a prime location. I have stayed here on numerous occasions over the past few years and can say that for such a location this hotel does not deserve a four star status it has had previously. I I have stayed in other four star status hotels. I internationally and in the UK and given this is in Winchester with comparable four star status
Hotels this hotel cannot justify its status.
The staff appear to be disalusioned.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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PHILIP couple gb
8
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Mark couple gb
4
Dissapointing experience
Pros:

Staff were helpful

Cons:

Room was very small, dated and dirty (very dusty).

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Patricia solo_traveller gb
5
Pros:

Great location - lovely staff

Cons:

Double bed was small

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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christine solo_traveller gb
5
It was ok but we would nit stay again.
Pros:

The location of the hotel is perfect - a few minutes walk to the station and next to the shops.
The reception and bar area is modern.

Cons:

The room was ok. The toilet pan and sink were stained. Bathroom was tired. The hotel is tired and in need of a refurb. The breakfast was minimal and not of great quality. Definitely not worth £14 per head for a hot buffet breakfast. The toasters were old & took ages for the bread to toast. You would be better off walking to the town centre as there are lots of cafes to choose from.
The car park is very small and not big enough to fit the average car in the spaces however there is a public car park across the road at a cost of £19 for 24 hours.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Nikki solo_traveller gb
5
Perfect location, great staff but hotel a bit tired and old.
Pros:

Staff were really helpful despite a power cut and issues with systems

Cons:

The room was small with no air con. A fan was provided but it was noisy. The corridors decor was old and poor with ripped carpets.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Kim couple gb
5
Locations was fantastic. Room and facilities where not as advertised. Well over priced.
Pros:

Its location.

Cons:

It was run down. The shower leaked. There was used chewing gum in the bedside cabinet. We paid for an upgrade which should have included complimentary sleeps, didn’t have these, a fridge, this was just plonked in the room, coffee machine, the mugs didn’t fit the machine. We were supposed to have a view of the Cathedral, this was blocked by trees.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Julie couple gb
6
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Graham couple gb
8
Top economy hotel in the city centre.
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Graham couple gb
8
Great location, good value for money. Hotel a little ageing but in fine fettle! Lovely stay.
Cons:

I rang up a week before to request an air-con room and was told it had been sorted, only to arrive and be told there was nothing on the booking. Got it sorted in the end.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Stephen couple gb
10
Nice hotel nice staff nice location
Pros:

Central

Cons:

Just needed a hover in the hallway and entrance, and cigarette buts outside the entrance door.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Susan couple gb
9
Brilliant stop in Winchester for a short break
Pros:

Comfortable and amazing location

Cons:

Warn, however the whole country was warm!! But no air con

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Horton solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Jonny Mercer extended_group gb
6
bang average
Pros:

The front of house manager and the beautiful stained glass light wall by John Piper

Cons:

Hotel was tired and dated
carpets repaired with grey tape
wall coverings damaged
the rooms were dated there were no power sockets next to our beds
No aircon
they charged us £145 room only and then wanted another £15 for car parking. absolute racket

2026-07-16 via Nuitee