The Pilgrim Inn

Hotels
8.9 (1526 reviews)
Hythe Road , Southampton , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable beds
Good food
Cons:
High food prices
Minor maintenance issues
Room temperature fluctuations

Categories

Cleanliness
8.81
The rooms were noted to be clean and well-appointed, contributing positively to the overall impression.
Service
9.28
Staff were described as friendly, accommodating, and polite across multiple reviews.
Location
9.32
Multiple reviews highlighted the great location of the hotel.
Room Quality
8.77
Rooms were generally described as comfortable, with good amenities.
Amenities
8.8
Amenities were mentioned positively, though minor maintenance issues were noted.
Value for Money
8.76
Most reviews suggest good value for the price, with many emphasizing the reasonable costs.
Food and Beverage
8.31
Food quality was praised, but there were complaints about portion sizes and high prices.
Overall Experience
9.18
Overall experiences were largely positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 01:11

Property Description

Unique Thatched Buildings

Located in a quiet, rural setting, The Pilgrim Inn boasts 2 charming thatched buildings, one housing a cosy bar and restaurant, and the other featuring stylish boutique rooms.

Luxurious Boutique Rooms

Individually furnished and decorated, the rooms at The Pilgrim Inn offer a unique boutique style. From four-poster beds to roll-top baths, each room exudes luxury and comfort.

Local Cuisine and Scenic Views

Enjoy a delicious range of dishes made from locally sourced Hampshire produce at the on-site restaurant. With picturesque views of lush green fields and easy access to the New Forest, this hotel offers a peaceful retreat.

To experience the charm and luxury of The Pilgrim Inn, book your stay now and indulge in a tranquil getaway.

Important information:

Rooms with roll top baths are subject to availability.

Extra beds are available only on request, which has to be confirmed in writing by a member of the Hotel Team. A request without confirmation will not be honored. The cost per extra bed is £35 per night, to be paid on arrival.

Pet-Friendly rooms are available on request, which has to be confirmed in writing by a member of the Hotel Team. The cost per dog is £15 per night, to be paid on arrival.
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

8.9
Based on 1526 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.81
Service: 9.28
Location: 9.32
Room Quality: 8.77
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.76
Food and Beverage: 8.31
Overall Experience: 9.18
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Emily • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Great location in a cute thatched roof building, food at the linked pub was great.

Cons:

There was no A/C and the fan wasn’t up to the job making the room unbearably hot.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Robin • couple • gb
8
We had an excellent stay. The staff were all excellent, polite and courteous and efficient.
Pros:

Our stay was very enjoyable and up to expectations. We have stayed at the hotel before and would choose it again. Its location for us near family is great. Nice to have the tea and coffee options in the room and nice biscuits. Breakfast was nice and hot and the coffee was excellent. The Sourdough bread/toast was first class and real butter with a good selection of Jams etc.

Cons:

There was no fresh fruit at the buffet breakfast area. No air conditioning and in the heatwave it would have been appreciated. One single fan was not really enough to keep us cool. The tiles in the shower area need to be re grouted as dingy in part. . We were in room 4 and the bed is a double, the room would take a kingsize and would be better.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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jason • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Melanie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Wonderful inn, perfectly located to tour the New Forest
Pros:

The rooms were magnificent. The staff friendly and efficient. The food very good!

Cons:

Not the inn's fault but there is a busy road on one side that you can hear from the pub garden. However, you do not hear it from the rooms at all.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Shivani • couple • in
9
Perfect pit stop location for cotswolds and the beachside drive down south!
Pros:

Very rustic and nice breakfast!

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Trevor • couple • gb
10
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Lizaveta • extended_group • cy
9
Pros:

Lovely place, amazing staff, spacious and clean rooms.
Quite a private area, but with easy access to other facilities by car.
Fabulous breakfast from local produce.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Arturo • family_with_children • es
10
10/10
Pros:

Everything was perfect, the staff so nice, the food very good, the place is as wonderful as it appears in the photos, we chose this place because its proximity to the port, sadly to access there you will need a taxy or a rent car, because is in the country side, but I guess a lot of people will look for it.

Without hesitation I would recommend this to anybody visiting Southampton.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • gb
6
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howard • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Bailey • couple • au
8
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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janro • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Beautiful large roo.

Cons:

No fridge in room

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
10
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
9
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
9
Great little spot for relaxing, exploring and enjoying Hampshire and the New Forest.
Pros:

Great location nice atmosphere good food and selection of drinks, well laid out with the restaurant and bar separated from the rooms, and a lovely comfortable room.

Cons:

Very little to moan about, the toilet seat in the bathroom was a bit loose but apart from that all great.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Philip • couple • gb
9
We had a lovely couple of days
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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ANN • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Sara • family_with_children • pt
9
Adorable local Inn with great proximity to cruise port
Pros:

This inn is adorable and totally local. It had an incredible historic feel while being up to date and in great condition. The decor was thoughtful and having the local pub onsite was so special. We were there during warm weather so we really enjoyed the pub garden and afternoon cocktails as well as a chance to chat with locals. The food at the pub was incredible for both breakfast and dinner. We stayed here in an advance of a cruise out of Southhampton and it was a nice alternative to the bustle of the port area and only about 15 minutes drive to reach the cruise drop off area.

Cons:

We really enjoyed everything about the property, but with the warming world, they may want to think about investing in air con. It was quite warm in the rooms and difficult to cool off with just a couple of fans.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Roger • couple • gb
9
Excellent
Pros:

Meal,Breakfast and room

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • couple • gb
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee