Prince Of Wales Hotel

Hotels
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Britannia Hotels
7.9 (6727 reviews)
Lord Street , Southport , GB

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good food
Cons:
Room comfort issues
Cleanliness concerns
Noise disturbances

Categories

Cleanliness
7.04
Concerns about uncleaned rooms and noises indicating pest issues.
Service
8.51
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.05
Multiple comments highlighted the great location near the town center.
Room Quality
7
Complaints about dated furniture, noise, and comfort issues.
Amenities
7.53
Mixed feedback, with mentions of bar hours and entertainment issues.
Value for Money
8.49
Great location and good food at competitive prices.
Food and Beverage
8.54
Consistently good food and praise for breakfast quality.
Overall Experience
7.01
General satisfaction but with significant complaints dampening the experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 12:21

Property Description

Victorian Charm and Convenient Location
Experience the elegance of the Prince Of Wales Hotel with its landscaped gardens and Victorian architecture. Just a short stroll from Southport Train Station and the beach, this charming hotel offers a perfect blend of history and modern convenience.

Comfortable Rooms and Dining Options
Each room at the Prince Of Wales Hotel features a bathroom with a bath and shower, along with amenities like a TV, tea/coffee facilities, and some even boast a relaxing spa bath. Indulge in traditional British dishes at the Colonial Restaurant or unwind with a drink at the golf-themed Clubhouse Bar.

Accessibility and Leisure
Enjoy easy access throughout the hotel with ramped entrances, lift access, and disabled-friendly rooms. Explore nearby attractions like Hesketh Park, Southport Pier, and the thrilling Splashworld water park just steps away.

Ready to immerse yourself in Victorian splendor and modern comfort? Book your stay at the Prince Of Wales Hotel today!

Important information:

Please note that there is scaffolding around exterior of the hotel while work is carried out.
Car parking at the hotel is limited (there are approximately 80 spaces) and spaces are on a first come, first served basis. If no spaces are available upon your arrival, parking is also available nearby at a similar cost (ask hotel staff for further details).
Please note, we do not accept any cash payments at this property.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: LPL

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 6727 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.04
Service: 8.51
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 7
Amenities: 7.53
Value for Money: 8.49
Food and Beverage: 8.54
Overall Experience: 7.01
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Julie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

The place is brilliant great location, room great value for money, stayed here lots of times love it, my favourite and love Southport ❤️

Cons:

I take my dog and no tables outside the restaurant to eat my breakfast so had to sit at a table in bar too low to eay comfortable

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Scott • couple • gb
10
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Jennifer • couple • gb
4
Average
Pros:

Old architecture

Cons:

Tiny bed

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Barrow • couple • gb
8
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Andrews • solo_traveller • gb
7
A happy guest. But the hotel could do better.
Pros:

The location was good.

Cons:

My initial roomstoilwt would not work.
But that was remedied.
The front if house staff performed there rolls adequately.
Breakfast was a little disorganised.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
D
Dracgar • couple • gb
4
disappointed
Pros:

it was close to home

Cons:

too hot, too noisy & the mattress was uncomfortable

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
8
Very happy would not hesitate to stay again
Pros:

Good location, beautiful old Victorian building and great value

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Colin • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Price was good & nice clean rooms

Cons:

N/a

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Trevor • couple • gb
9
We didn’t try the food but the room was very good and that was all we needed
Pros:

The room was very big loads of room. Also the bathroom was very big good shower.

Cons:

Nothing worth grumbling about

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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christine • couple • gb
10
Pros:

We loved the hotel friendly staff welcoming to.

Cons:

No thing but would prefer to stay on 1st or second floor, as the birds kept us awake most of the night, but we stay always with you.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • gb
3
Pros:

The short walk to the shops cafes and fun fair

Cons:

This hotel is very dated...the bathroom was a mend and make do job... hence not getting a shower...very very dusty room and dirty windows...lovely grounds but inside needs money spent on it

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Jeremy • family_with_children • gb
5
It was ok and met our immediate needs
Pros:

It was conveniently placed and quite a grand building.

Cons:

The evening meal was kept warm for too long and wasn't so great.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • solo_traveller • gb
8
Very enjoyable
Pros:

Central location

Cons:

Nothing really

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Simon • solo_traveller • gb
8
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Warren • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Easy to find and staff where so helpful

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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steven • couple • gb
10
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Amanda • couple • gb
7
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
10
Lovely hotel definitely return
Pros:

Location was great , it’s a beautiful hotel staff very friendly , room was great, breakfast yummy

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Freda • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Enjoyed our stay and will return soon

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee