Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday

Hotels
Sunday
7 (4091 reviews)
Paternoster Row , Winchester , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Great location
Cons:
Tired decor
Poor water pressure

Categories

Cleanliness
6.14
Various reviews note the hotel is tired and some areas are outdated.
Service
7.61
Staff are consistently described as helpful and friendly.
Location
8.15
Many reviews highlight the hotel's excellent location near the cathedral.
Room Quality
6.1
Rooms described as tired and some amenities lacking.
Amenities
6.63
Amenities are mentioned to be basic and in need of updates.
Value for Money
7.09
Some reviews felt value was lacking given the condition of the hotel.
Food and Beverage
7.14
Breakfast options varied in quality, with some positive elements.
Overall Experience
7.11
Guests expressed overall satisfaction despite certain issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 17:37

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience the comfort of our bright and airy bedrooms equipped with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and free WiFi. Relax in style with our complimentary toiletries and hairdryers in each private bathroom.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in modern British dishes at the Wessex Restaurant or enjoy light snacks and afternoon tea at the cosy Kings Lounge. With 24-hour room service, satisfy your cravings any time of the day.

Convenient Location
Located in Winchester's historic centre, overlooking the iconic Winchester Cathedral, our hotel is the perfect base to explore the city. Just a short walk from the railway station and surrounded by independent shops, convenience is at your doorstep.

Book now for a delightful stay at Mercure Winchester Wessex Hotel!

Important information:

Minors under 18 must be accompanied by parents or legal representatives. Third person named by parents must present their written authorization (certified signature).

Please note that the credit card used to book must be presented on arrival.

Please note that to book a twin room you must be from the same household. The property will ask you for proof of ID at check-in.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SOU

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • 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 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7
Based on 4091 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.14
Service: 7.61
Location: 8.15
Room Quality: 6.1
Amenities: 6.63
Value for Money: 7.09
Food and Beverage: 7.14
Overall Experience: 7.11
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Nikki solo_traveller gb
5
Perfect location, great staff but hotel a bit tired and old.
Pros:

Staff were really helpful despite a power cut and issues with systems

Cons:

The room was small with no air con. A fan was provided but it was noisy. The corridors decor was old and poor with ripped carpets.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Kim couple gb
5
Locations was fantastic. Room and facilities where not as advertised. Well over priced.
Pros:

Its location.

Cons:

It was run down. The shower leaked. There was used chewing gum in the bedside cabinet. We paid for an upgrade which should have included complimentary sleeps, didn’t have these, a fridge, this was just plonked in the room, coffee machine, the mugs didn’t fit the machine. We were supposed to have a view of the Cathedral, this was blocked by trees.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Julie couple gb
6
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Graham couple gb
8
Great location, good value for money. Hotel a little ageing but in fine fettle! Lovely stay.
Cons:

I rang up a week before to request an air-con room and was told it had been sorted, only to arrive and be told there was nothing on the booking. Got it sorted in the end.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Graham couple gb
8
Top economy hotel in the city centre.
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Stephen couple gb
10
Nice hotel nice staff nice location
Pros:

Central

Cons:

Just needed a hover in the hallway and entrance, and cigarette buts outside the entrance door.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Susan couple gb
9
Brilliant stop in Winchester for a short break
Pros:

Comfortable and amazing location

Cons:

Warn, however the whole country was warm!! But no air con

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Horton solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Jonny Mercer extended_group gb
6
bang average
Pros:

The front of house manager and the beautiful stained glass light wall by John Piper

Cons:

Hotel was tired and dated
carpets repaired with grey tape
wall coverings damaged
the rooms were dated there were no power sockets next to our beds
No aircon
they charged us £145 room only and then wanted another £15 for car parking. absolute racket

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Marta solo_traveller es
8
Práctico y perfecta localización
Pros:

Está en el mismo centro de Winchester, mejor imposible . Para ir de formación y trabajo que es a lo que fui , está genial .

Cons:

El desayuno es muy básico, yo porque siempre iba con prisa pero el desayuno no merece la pena pagarlo.

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
solo_traveller nl
3
Needs attention to detail
Pros:

The communal areas where great, looked and felt great. Everyone outside the hotel room was nice

Cons:

It was one of the hottest days and the room was an oven. No air-conditioning available.
There was a fridge but it was hot to the touch inside. I asked the staff to change it but was told it was brand new. When I pointed out that a new fridge would not be so dirty, I was asked to bring my bottles of water to the kitchen area where there is a fridge that everyone has access too.
Dye to the lack of food safety in that area, I had to decline.

Not sure how people who were elderly would have managed.

More care and attention is needed while cleaning the room. Bathroom really needs attention by a cleaning team using cleaning cloths not toilet paper to clean bathroom areas.

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Dawn solo_traveller gb
7
A decent place, but wouldn't rush back
Pros:

N/A

Cons:

Cleaner room, no air con only a fan... bed not comfortable

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Linda solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

Many stays here due to location, comfort.

Cons:

Restaurant and bar useless.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Roger couple gb
4
2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Frank couple gb
7
Overall a good stay
Pros:

Reception staff were very hard to find

Cons:

The bedroom air-conditioning was very quiet and effective

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Ailison solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Chris couple gb
4
Like going back to the 80’s, wouldn’t stay there again
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Completely run down in need of some serious money spending on it, no aircon, bedroom was unbelievably hot so barely slept.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Ian solo_traveller dk
7
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Nenu solo_traveller gb
6
Left My Beard Grooming kit in hotel with silver Ring by accident but the hotel cant find it...
Cons:

No tea or coffee in room no air conditioning no fans

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller gb
4
Receptionist responded well. Hotel overall disappointing.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Bathroom dirty. The shelf under mirror i could write "dirty" in, as it was think was dust or dried toothpaste.
Extractor fan in Bathroom working. LIGHTING FITTING LOOKED LIJE DAMP ISSUE.
At breakfast I asked for and got a full refund for my £14.25. Because I had to complain to the waiter and then to the receptionist that that was no hot water fir making tea or coffee. I was told maintenance man had been called. I had to tell both the waiter and receptionist to get a kettle from a room ,( there must be over 300 kettles in the building). so we the guest could make our own coffee and tea. Which eventually happened.
No air-con just a noisy fan. Which had to be turned off.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee