Prince Of Wales Hotel

Hotels
Britannia Hotels
7.9 (6321 reviews)
Lord Street , Southport , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Evening entertainment
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good food
Cons:
Room comfort issues
Cleanliness concerns
Noise disturbances

Categories

Cleanliness
7.04
Concerns about uncleaned rooms and noises indicating pest issues.
Service
8.51
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.05
Multiple comments highlighted the great location near the town center.
Room Quality
7
Complaints about dated furniture, noise, and comfort issues.
Amenities
7.53
Mixed feedback, with mentions of bar hours and entertainment issues.
Value for Money
8.49
Great location and good food at competitive prices.
Food and Beverage
8.54
Consistently good food and praise for breakfast quality.
Overall Experience
7.01
General satisfaction but with significant complaints dampening the experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 12:21

Property Description

Victorian Charm and Convenient Location
Experience the elegance of the Prince Of Wales Hotel with its landscaped gardens and Victorian architecture. Just a short stroll from Southport Train Station and the beach, this charming hotel offers a perfect blend of history and modern convenience.

Comfortable Rooms and Dining Options
Each room at the Prince Of Wales Hotel features a bathroom with a bath and shower, along with amenities like a TV, tea/coffee facilities, and some even boast a relaxing spa bath. Indulge in traditional British dishes at the Colonial Restaurant or unwind with a drink at the golf-themed Clubhouse Bar.

Accessibility and Leisure
Enjoy easy access throughout the hotel with ramped entrances, lift access, and disabled-friendly rooms. Explore nearby attractions like Hesketh Park, Southport Pier, and the thrilling Splashworld water park just steps away.

Ready to immerse yourself in Victorian splendor and modern comfort? Book your stay at the Prince Of Wales Hotel today!

Important information:

Please note that there is scaffolding around exterior of the hotel while work is carried out.
Car parking at the hotel is limited (there are approximately 80 spaces) and spaces are on a first come, first served basis. If no spaces are available upon your arrival, parking is also available nearby at a similar cost (ask hotel staff for further details).
Please note, we do not accept any cash payments at this property.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: LPL

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children 14 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 6 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 6321 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.04
Service: 8.51
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 7
Amenities: 7.53
Value for Money: 8.49
Food and Beverage: 8.54
Overall Experience: 7.01
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Fearon solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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McKirdy solo_traveller gb
5
Pros:

As we were room only.didnt like too much.

Cons:

Booked an executive room,and it was anything but.Room was not tired ,but exhausted.

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Townley solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Alice solo_traveller gb
9
A lovely hotel and always a pleasure to return to stay.
Pros:

My room was very comfortable.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Graham solo_traveller gb
5
Awful time couldn’t wait to leave
Pros:

Lovely Victorian buildings

Cons:

Room wasn’t ready at arrival time, staff was extremely rude.
Was given a room with 3 beds in with absolutely no space to move.
Awful bathroom, not cleaned to any standard
No coffee, and just 2 tea bags. ( we don’t drink tea)
No one at the reception to ask for coffee.
Staff wasn’t interested and was ignoring people

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Julie solo_traveller gb
10
Excellent value, centrally located for my event and staff all very pleasant
Pros:

Central to where I needed to be for the triathlon race

Cons:

Good location and stayed before and very good

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Simon solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Great location and very reasonable price

Cons:

Beds were not the comfiest, but still serviceable for the price

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Leafy Lytham solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Joe couple gb
10
Regular visitor , we love it 🥰
Pros:

Parking
Nice quiet room
Comfortable nights sleep

Cons:

Nothing I didn’t like ❤️

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Quinn couple gb
8
Lovely hotel to stay, full of original character, excellent location
Pros:

Room was near lift as requested, lovely large room, very clean, comfy bed. Evening meal good at a very good price. Hotel been renovated over the past few years, painted/decorated, new carpets, etc. Appearance very nice.

Cons:

Bar service/times disappointing. Only opened late afternoon, unable to get a coffee until 4pm when barman arrived.

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Kim solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Homely, spacious & welcoming Hotel. Evening entertainment a bonus. Breakfast worth the £9.95 p.p So perfectly central.

Cons:

NA

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Brian couple gb
5
Location is good but some room's would not stay in garden nice at front
Pros:

The location, nice garden to sit outside

Cons:

The first room We would not of stayed in no windows very small hot small bed horrible, got move to another room it was a lot bigger but still no windows

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Gareth solo_traveller gb
9
Perfect Location
Pros:

Great Location, Lovely Staff, Nice Breakfast

Cons:

The room was very hot due to the hotel boiler on permanent and us being on the top floor. Struggled parking the car as very small/tight spaces.

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Jason solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Everything really.

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Clare couple gb
10
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Millis solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Staff very friendly as always stayed here a lot of times and still best hotel in Southport

Cons:

Excellent stay

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
7
Will look at other options of hotels in future
Pros:

Clean spacious room

Cons:

Our last night Sunday. The bar closed earlier than we expected, no warning it was closing.Couldn’t have a nightcap. Ruined our last night talking with friends.Saturday entertainment terrible.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Staff, entertainment

Cons:

WiFi could have been better
Radiator in bedroom was on and couldn't turn it off on the hottest weekend !!!!!!!

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Ingham solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Excellent location

Cons:

Bed wasn't very comfy

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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mike solo_traveller gb
10
Prince of Wales hotel
Pros:

We enjoyed everything the staff were perfect and the hotel decor was amazing and the room was comfortable

Cons:

There was nothing we didn't like

2026-06-01 via Nuitee