Winchester Royal Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (5470 reviews)
St Peter Street , Winchester , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor service
Noisy environment

Categories

Cleanliness
7.53
There were issues with cleanliness, such as stained bedding and a dirty toilet.
Service
8
Overall service was friendly, though there were instances of rudeness and poor handling of reservations.
Location
9.04
The hotel is centrally located with easy access to the Cathedral and shops.
Room Quality
7.99
Rooms were described as comfortable, though some felt tired and there were issues like condensation.
Amenities
8.52
Amenities were satisfactory, with a good selection for breakfast and comfortable lounge areas.
Value for Money
8.48
Hotel offers value for money with a good experience, despite some complaints.
Food and Beverage
8.03
Breakfast was lovely with plenty of choice, but dinner lacked variety.
Overall Experience
8
Overall experience was positive, with enjoyable aspects overshadowed by a few negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 01:59

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

The Winchester Royal Hotel, winner of the Service Excellence Award, combines historic elegance with modern amenities. Dating back to the 1600s, this 81-bedroom hotel offers elegant rooms with cosy seating areas and tea/coffee facilities. Award-Winning Dining

Enjoy exquisite meals at the Garden Restaurant overlooking a beautiful walled garden, serving a modern European menu all day. Start your morning with a delicious full English or continental breakfast. Convenient Location

Situated in the heart of Winchester, the hotel is a short walk from the cathedral, train station, and various shops and museums. Explore the city with ease during your stay at Winchester Royal Hotel. Book now to experience the perfect blend of history and luxury at Winchester Royal Hotel.

Important information:

Please note that the hotel is nonsmoking throughout.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 15 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 5470 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.53
Service: 8
Location: 9.04
Room Quality: 7.99
Amenities: 8.52
Value for Money: 8.48
Food and Beverage: 8.03
Overall Experience: 8
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Susan • couple • ca
8
Lovely! Would definitely recommend.
Pros:

Lovely old hotel in a fantastic location. Within easy walking distance from the main shopping street and the cathedral. Beautiful garden area.

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Anna • family_with_children • gb
7
Pros:

Perfect location! Right in the centre but quiet. The hotel was lovely and the room bright, elegant and comfortable. We loved the high ceiling which made it feel spacious, and the view. We enjoyed a coffee in the sunshine out in the garden.

Cons:

I asked beforehand about the size of the bed and was reassured it would be king size or super king size, but it didn't seem big enough for these - it was comfortable though. The pictures of bathrooms showed separate showers, but this was an over-bath shower - it was fine, but not what we'd expected. Working the coffee machine was a bit of a mystery! None of these really impacted our enjoyment of the stay though. TCC

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Georgina • couple • gb
9
2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Tim • couple • gb
8
This was the third time we've stayed here which says it all.
Pros:

Quiet and comfortable room, excellent central location

Cons:

Lack of lift between floors

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Leslie • extended_group • gb
10
Great service lovely hotel
Pros:

Everything

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Shireen • couple • gb
7
Lovelyplace
2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • ie
8
Pros:

Excellent location in an historic building. Very spacious room. Lovely seated garden area.

Cons:

N/A

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Location is great being right in City Centre. Room clean and comfortable. a mini fridge would have been ideal. Additional not cheap! Breakfast was adequate, for a buffet. One person requested fresh poached eggs from a fleeting member of staff. Would have been nice if this was something I could have opted for.instead of precooked eggs keeping warm in containers.. Hotel very quite and rather quaint overall pleasant and convenient for overnight stay.

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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JEFF • couple • gb
8
Good/execellent
Pros:

Location-excellent
Room-comfy
Breakfast-good/execellent

Cons:

Parking

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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lisa • extended_group • gb
10
The location was perfect for us, I would definitely return.
Pros:

The breakfast was good, hot food with nice, fresh produce. The beds were comfortable, the shower nice and powerful.
The staff were very welcoming at reception.

Cons:

The seating at breakfast was a problem. We were a group of 10 and asked if we would be able to sit together . We were directed to a table which it transpires was set up for a wedding party. When the wedding party guests arrived for breakfast it was very awkward.
Also when asking about times for breakfast there seemed to be a confusion, I had booked but when a friend asked what time I had booked for, the receptionist said I hadn’t. It just seems that there may be a small problem with communication between staff members.

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Sandi D • couple • gb
6
Ok for a night
Pros:

Bed clean and comy

Cons:

Mould in bathroom, no TV signal, generally needs a bit of a refresh

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Jane • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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stn-chucky • couple • de
9
Pros:

Die Lage ist top. Das Zimmer war sehr schön und das Frühstück sehr lecker und viel Auswahl.

Cons:

-

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Alastair Holland • couple • ae
7
Pros:

Good location.

Cons:

The rooms need a bit of a refresh and they got very warm.

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
9
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Alessio • couple • gb
8
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • gb
8
A great stay thank you
Pros:

The Royal is a lovely hotel. It has old world charm.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Judith • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Excellent choice for breakfast. Very clean.

Garden and seating area a real bonus. Easy 5 minute walk into main shopping area. Close to museums and Cathederal.

Cons:

Firmness of mattress

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
9
Great central location
Pros:

Great central location, convenient for Cathedral, shops and restaurants. Helpful, friendly staff.

Cons:

Breakfast and rooms ok. Limited parking.

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Steven • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee