Orange Grove Hotel & Gardens

Hotels
8.1 (1931 reviews)
Coldeast Drive , Southampton , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Board games/puzzles
Kid meals
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great breakfast
Good location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room heating problems

Categories

Cleanliness
7.35
Concerns about cleanliness with soiled chairs and poor bathroom conditions.
Service
8.35
Staff were described as friendly and helpful in multiple reviews.
Location
8.35
Good location mentioned in several reviews, though some found it slightly out of the way.
Room Quality
7.85
Rooms generally good, but some reports of inadequate heating and large size making it feel less cozy.
Amenities
7.85
Decent amenities noted, but some finishing touches were missing.
Value for Money
8.35
Described as good value for the overall offerings.
Food and Beverage
8.35
Food, especially breakfast and other meals, received high praise.
Overall Experience
8.35
Most reviews shared positive experiences, despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 05:09

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

Indulge in the ultimate comfort at The Mansion in Southampton. With family rooms, fully equipped kitchens, and free toiletries, each unit offers a relaxing retreat. Enjoy the convenience of a flat-screen TV, kettle, and private bathroom in every room.

Delicious Dining Options

Savour delectable meals at our family-friendly restaurant offering a variety of British cuisine. Start your day with a hearty Full English/Irish breakfast or unwind with warm dishes and refreshing juice. Don't miss out on our à la carte menu for a delightful dining experience.

Scenic Garden Views

Relax and unwind in our garden view rooms, providing a tranquil escape from the bustling city. Take a stroll in the garden or enjoy outdoor play equipment available for guests. Experience serenity at The Mansion - book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

Please note that the restaurant and bar is not open for dinner or lunch on Monday and Tuesday from 01/01/26 to 28/02/26.Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for £15 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.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 1931 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.35
Service: 8.35
Location: 8.35
Room Quality: 7.85
Amenities: 7.85
Value for Money: 8.35
Food and Beverage: 8.35
Overall Experience: 8.35
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robert solo_traveller gb
9
2026-01-29 via Nuitee
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Paula couple gb
7
Nice , touch overpriced and I think that they could have done more than a simple card in the room for my husbands birthd
Pros:

Very grande
Huge room
Staff in the restaurant were soo lovely . Especially the man with the wonderful accent

Cons:

The driveway was a mess - huge pot holes along the way onto the property . Really needs sorting along with the chain at the beginning of the drive nearer the hotel

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Allan couple gb
9
Pros:

We had booked the basement but we were offered another room with a view on the first floor with a lovely view

Cons:

N/A

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Katja couple fr
8
Still a good stay!
Pros:

Great location, good parking,friendly staff, great breakfast.

Cons:

I believe the property is undergoing renovation.
The huge bathroom had no heating:-( and we are in January…
The bed and bedside tables need tightening. Extremely wobbly:-)

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple gb
8
2026-01-25 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple gb
10
Pros:

The location for us was perfect. The staff we're helpful and the accommodation was great.

Cons:

The road into the hotel had very large potholes in.

2026-01-23 via Nuitee
K
Kelly couple gb
5
Okay
Pros:

Very nice rooms

Cons:

The music from a event beating through the walls to 12 o'clock at night as they placed us above

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Graeme couple gb
9
Pros:

Excellent room with great facilities, only slight negative is it could do with sprucing up a bit, a bit tired but clean and comfortable.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple gb
8
Pros:

Convenient location, friendly staff

Cons:

Squeaky floor in our room

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Steve couple gb
10
Exceeded expectations.
Pros:

Beautiful building, very well appointed. Lovely staff, very welcoming and attentive. Great room.

Cons:

Nothing. A great place to stay.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Grace couple gb
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Lee extended_group gb
8
I enjoyed my stay the restaurant food was excellent the room was spacious and grounds etc very good
Pros:

Location was excellent for Kites Croft. Grounds are lovely. We did not have breakfast due to it not starting early enough for us.

Cons:

The Bed was not very comfy

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Hazel couple gb
7
Great allocation for Southampton
Pros:

The staff were very good the food in the restaurant was superb , quite room

Cons:

The room that we stayed was not finished. No towel rail no shelf for toiletries , bed wasn’t the best needs to be bigger and better quality , , furniture was shabby , towels placed on top of toilet 🤮

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Misha solo_traveller gb
6
hotel looks lovely from the outside but the rooms themselves leave a little more to be desired.
Pros:

the grounds look lovely when you drive in and the staff are so lovely and welcoming. I do think they are what's holding up the hotel itself though. Super clean and the bed was really comfortable and there were soft towels

Cons:

The decor in the room was un finished, the laminate floors were cold underfoot and there were no slippers or dressing gowns available. The room itself was cold when i came into it too. My apartment had a sofa and it was so uncomfortable - some cushions would have been helpful but if I wanted to watch TV i had to sit on it as you couldn't see it from the bed.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Caroline solo_traveller gb
9
Good food good service lovely location Happy 5 is a great idea
Pros:

Food service room

Cons:

I could hear music in my room I was on the first floor.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Clive couple gb
8
We would come back again, willingly.
Pros:

All the staff at the Orange Grove were really very nice, friendly, happy and helpful, in fact I would go as so far so say that they were extremely friendly and I felt that each one of them really valued our business and our stay. The girls in the restaurant were very busy, yet entirely happy in their work which gave a vibrant, but entirely happy vibe to breakfast. The steaks at dinner were cooked lovely and the cooked breakfasts (included in our stay) were all well above average.
The hotel itself was a lovely building, parking was immediately outside which was very helpful unloading our luggage in the rain. It was also lovely and warm inside, roaring log burner in reception, lounge was cosy and welcoming.

Cons:

We were on the top floor and there was no lift! Not a big deal as we are only in our 50's, but unusual.
Our room was not outstanding. Broken and missing toilet roll holder, badly worn and marked black chairs which looked awful. No bedside lights, no chest of drawers to put clothes away. Sleeping in the bed was uncomfortable but that might be just me as I have a bad back. In truth, we did relay this to reception upon departure and they told us that the room we stayed in was one that was soon due for a completely overhaul, which made sense so I wouldn't read too much negativity into the experience of our individual room.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Neil solo_traveller gb
5
Big, unwelcoming room
Pros:

Looked very grand from outside, nice location, room very spacious

Cons:

Big room but not cosy at all. Only one small rug. No heating in bathroom which was freezing. Oven and microwave but no oven gloves to take hot food out! Woken up by noise of deliveries at 6am. Poor lighting outside, on steps and in car park. Disappointing overall.

2026-01-15 via Nuitee
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Yifat couple gb
10
2026-01-15 via Nuitee
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Mingfang solo_traveller gb
10
2026-01-09 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
8
Decent enough place for a stay.
Pros:

Location is suburban. Good breakfast.

Cons:

Decor was a bit bland.

2026-01-07 via Nuitee