Solent Hotel and Spa

Hotels
8.2 (1645 reviews)
Rookery Avenue, Whiteley , Fareham , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Attentive service
Good food quality
Cons:
Dated room quality
Expensive breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
7.63
Some reviews indicated dated rooms in need of refurbishing.
Service
9.1
Service was highlighted positively with mentions of attentive staff like Fay and Tia.
Location
8.64
Central location mentioned positively, despite initial concerns about being near a motorway.
Room Quality
7.59
Some rooms were noted as dated and in need of refurbishing.
Amenities
8.62
Spa facilities were well-regarded, but some issues with busy times were noted.
Value for Money
7.58
Breakfast was criticized as expensive and not worth the price.
Food and Beverage
8.13
Food was generally praised, although breakfast had some negative feedback.
Overall Experience
8.3
Overall positive feedback with some specific issues raised.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 00:45

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Experience the ultimate relaxation at the 4-star Solent hotel with a swimming pool, spa, and gym. Indulge in spa treatments and enjoy the fully-equipped facilities for a rejuvenating stay.

Culinary Delights
Savor exquisite dining at FYR Restaurant and Grill, boasting an AA Rosette. Delight in locally sourced grilled meats and fine-dining dishes prepared by our skilled chefs. The Al Fresco terrace offers a unique dining experience.

Convenient Location
Located between Southampton and Portsmouth, Solent Hotel and Spa provides easy access to nearby attractions like the New Forest and Portsmouth's Historic Dockyard. Explore the area's highlights with ease during your stay.

Book now to elevate your stay at Solent Hotel and Spa!

Important information:

The Health & Fitness facilities can be used for an additional cost. Access must be scheduled in advance.

In order to avoid disappointment, advance reservations for dinner is advised. Please contact the hotel once you have made your bedroom reservation to reserve a table.

Bookings of over 10 rooms will be subject to different cancelation policies and different terms and conditions.

When traveling with children, please confirm their ages in advance.

Children's meals are available, but the hotel asks that families with children less than 12 years old dine in the restaurant prior to 20:00.

Please note the adult-only swim times are:

- Monday to Thursday from11am-3pm and 7pm-10pm.

- Friday to Sunday from 11am-3pm and 7pm-9pm

Guests are required to show a photo identification and a credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests are subject to availability, and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Solent Hotel and Spa in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SOU

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 2 years old to 14 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    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.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 5 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1645 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.63
Service: 9.1
Location: 8.64
Room Quality: 7.59
Amenities: 8.62
Value for Money: 7.58
Food and Beverage: 8.13
Overall Experience: 8.3
couple fr
9
2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Farid family_with_children gb
9
Loved every minute
Pros:

Loved this hotel it’s perfect for families. Didn’t try their restaurant but the rest was superb

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Jacqueline family_with_children gb
3
Will not stay again
Pros:

Rooms are comfortable

Cons:

Cold rooms, difficult in adjusting heating in room. No instructions for expresso coffee machine. Breakfast services finish at 9.15 and no information on what time or type of breakfast served. All had to be done online or FAQ. No clear instructions about how to get milk for coffee. Check out much too early, at 11.00 am. Was not a relaxing experience.

2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Luke couple gb
9
2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Abigail couple gb
10
We had an amazing time at the hotel was very clean tidy and accommodating, however we found out it’s cheaper to book dir
Pros:

Everything, will be returning

Cons:

Nothing it was a lovely break

2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Malone solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Excellent facilities and superb location. Ideal for visiting all local attractions and cruise terminals in Southampton. Staff were very warm and friendly

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Ruth couple gb
9
Worth revisiting
Pros:

Fresh milk available no plastic mini pots! Room lovely.
Lovely shampoo and wash in room
Lots of ‘nooks’ in bar to have a quiet drink.
Breakfast was great.

Cons:

No hand cream in room
Pictures on wall not in keeping with decor

2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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Robin family_with_children gb
10
2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Bridie couple gb
10
2026-04-09 via Nuitee
B
Butcher couple gb
9
We will definitely come back and stay here again
Pros:

Very comfortable rooms, excellent restaurant and facilities

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Cleveland couple gb
10
2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Nicola family_with_children gb
10
This is place welcoming kids with a smile
Pros:

Sasha was great thanks alot for all your kindness
Make us feel at home🙏if you are a family with kids
This is the hotel you need to try room 226-229 very nice rooms .

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
B
Bradley couple gb
7
Pros:

Clean and cozy

Cons:

Bed a little hard if you like a soft mattress

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller gb
9
Relaxing, felt like being on holiday !!
Pros:

Clean, great staff, great atmosphere!!

Cons:

Having to pay to use the pool :(

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
10
2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Culture03438277670 Solo travel
10
Another amazing massage
Pros:

Had another pregnancy massage with Dani now I’m 36 weeks. Amazing as always!

2026-04-02 via Tripadvisor
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Peter family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

Pool and spa facilities were lovely, great for the kids to wind down after a day at the historic docks

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
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Andrew solo_traveller gb
9
2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Julie couple gb
5
Disappointed
Pros:

The spa was lovely.
The breakfast was good.
Beds comfortable.
White Company bathroom products were very nice.

Cons:

We stayed 3 nights. I requested our room be serviced-we needed tea/coffee refilling and bin emptying- I asked 3 times on 1 day via QR code, telephone message to reception and then spoke face to face with reception staff, but still our room was not serviced.
There was a bad crack in the bathroom basin!

The hotel lobby and bar area was cold.

The staff behind the bar were not qualified. We asked for a cocktail but told she didn’t know how to make them, we asked for Irish Coffee’s which we were informed the staff member had only ever made at a previous job and although she had a go it took forever.

2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Kath couple gb
8
2026-03-31 via Nuitee