Premier Inn Southport Central

Hotels
Premier Inn
8.6 (20 reviews)
Marine Drive,Southport,Merseyside , Southport , GB

Facilities

Parking
Restaurant
Breakfast available (surcharge)

Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable rooms
Friendly and helpful staff
Great value for money
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Slow check-in process
Issues with room servicing
Reported rat sightings outside

Categories

Cleanliness
8.18
Rooms were clean and well-maintained, but some reviews hinted at room servicing issues.
Service
8.95
Staff were consistently described as polite, friendly, and helpful throughout the reviews.
Location
8.79
The hotel is in a good location, easily accessible with adequate parking.
Room Quality
8.54
Rooms were comfortable with good bedding, leading to restful sleep.
Amenities
8.37
Amenities were generally positive with the availability of breakfast and comfortable facilities.
Value for Money
8.73
Multiple reviews emphasized great value for money, especially for breakfast.
Food and Beverage
8.68
Breakfast was highly praised, with many choices and good quality.
Overall Experience
8.55
Overall, guests reported a very pleasant experience with specific mentions of enjoyment during their stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 01:50

Property Description

Discover the ultimate coastal getaway at Premier Inn Hotel Southport Central, where the charm of seaside living meets modern comfort.

Seafront Location
Nestled in the vibrant Ocean Plaza retail park, our hotel offers stunning views and easy access to the beach, perfect for sun-seekers and adventure-lovers alike. Enjoy leisurely strolls along the picturesque Southport Pier.

Business and Leisure
Whether you’re in town for work or play, we're conveniently situated near key business hubs like Southport Conference Centre, making your stay efficient and enjoyable.

Comfort and Cuisine
After a day of exploration, unwind in our spacious rooms equipped with extra-comfy beds. Indulge your taste buds at our delightful restaurant, featuring a menu that caters to every craving.

Join us for a memorable stay by the sea and enjoy the best of Southport. Book your escape today!

Important information:

Hotel situated on large leisure complex, where parking is free for PI guests. Subject to availability, Designated parking for guests is signposted in the car park. Parking operated on vehicle recognition on entering car park, must give hotel reception car registration number when check in. Drop off area in front of hotel. 2 entrances to car park, 1 on Marine Drive which has a height restriction of 2.6m, other on Coast Road with no height restriction. Space available for coaches/large vehicles (must use entrance on Coast Road).
Follow Marine Drive coastal road into Southport. Hotel is situated on the Ocean Plaza Retail Complex adjacent to the Marine Way Bridge and pier. Once entering the complex, a camera recognition device will register your vehicle.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 20 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.18
Service: 8.95
Location: 8.79
Room Quality: 8.54
Amenities: 8.37
Value for Money: 8.73
Food and Beverage: 8.68
Overall Experience: 8.55
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masterofninja NONE Edinburgh, Scotland
10
Great location and service
Pros:

Great location near London Bridge, but good value as well. Is a quaint hotel, fitting in with the architecture. Handy to get to the South Bank area, but also near to London Bridge and Waterloo to get around London. Like all Premier Inns very high standard of bed that you can expect at all hotels. Comfortable. Would recommend.

2025-12-04 via Tripadvisor
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wild_travels_xox Business
10
Excellent customer service
Pros:

Brilliant staff who went out of their way to make me feel comfortable and safe. A special mention to Chris who was fantastic and made my experience checking in excellent. He explained the policies around how they ensure solo travellers (in particular female guests) feel safe and what he makes sure is put into practice for people staying at the hotel. He couldn't have been more knowledgeable and reassuring. He clearly really cares about the customers experience and safety at the hotel. What a fantastic person to be in that role and representing your company. Thank you again.

2025-12-02 via Tripadvisor
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shirleyanncaldwell NONE Cheshire, England
8
Overnight stay
Pros:

Great value for money. Excellent breakfast. Would definitely stay again. Good location. We had a lovely time. Only critism was there was one person on the desk at check in time. Which took ages to do. He was very nice, but could have done with an extra staff member.

2025-12-01 via Tripadvisor
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MarkP1203 NONE Wirral, Merseyside, England
10
Great stay at Southport Premier Inn
Pros:

Staff were 1st class polite, friendly and extremely helpful. The hotel had a very friendly atmosphere, our room was super clean and very comfortable. 100% value for money. Breakfast was in another level, we've done a few buffet breakfast and they've been poor to say the least, however Southport premier inn was fantastic. Staff were very good keeping a steady supply of fresh items. Excellent

2025-12-01 via Tripadvisor
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natalierG257LB NONE
10
Great location
Pros:

Great location, right next to borough market. Staff very accommodating and polite. Clean room, as always at prem inn. Early morning delivery lorries woke my partner but I slept through!!

2025-11-26 via Tripadvisor
7
724MatthewS NONE
10
great value for money stay
Pros:

downstairs had a lovely atmosphere and we were made very welcomed by the staff who were excellent throughout, especially Chris who went above and beyond for us

2025-11-26 via Tripadvisor
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watsonguy Couples Dorchester, Dorset, England
8
Weekend break
Pros:

Staff were very helpful and polite. Ate in the restaurant when we arrived and breakfast following morning.
Perhaps check rooms more regularly as light over sink and extractor not working

2025-11-25 via Tripadvisor
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janicejA3975ER NONE
10
A very enjoyable stay.
Pros:

We had a very enjoyable stay. The staff were all very welcoming and helpful. The 3 rooms we had were all clean and the beds were very comfortable. We all had a good night's sleep followed by a very tasty breakfast. Free parking on site.

2025-11-24 via Tripadvisor
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M4351XBmartinm NONE
4
Staff need training
Pros:

I chose to stay at a premier inn because they have in the past always done what it promises to do but this occasion was poor most staff couldn't be bothered and when I asked the chambermaid for clean cups I was waved away like a piece of dirt because she was too busy having a chat on the phone

2025-11-23 via Tripadvisor
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kingycha Friends getaway Preston, Lancashire, England
8
Know what you're getting
Pros:

The hotel is in a great location, with paid car parking just behind it. Not a long walk into the heart of the centre. Breakfast was very good. Staff were friendly. The corridor on my floor did have an unpleasant smell but that's the only negative I could think of.

2025-11-22 via Tripadvisor
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W6632VVdaveb Family Plymouth, Devon, England
10
A hotel close to the centre of Southampton
Pros:

We stay at the premier inn Cumberland Place hotel everytime we visit from Plymouth, which is about five to six times a year. The hotel is always clean and well kept and the staff are always very professional and willing to help with any issues particularly Chris who has been very helpful on several occasions.

2025-11-21 via Tripadvisor
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stephenkH9061HJ Solo travel
10
Excellent hotel, great service, food superb.
Pros:

Excellent stay, great value, atmosphere, and a lovely room. Short walk from the town centre. The evening meal was sensational (med sea bass), and the restaurant service was superb, special thanks to my waiter Europ who was extra helpful and friendly.

2025-11-21 via Tripadvisor
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P3456789 Couples
10
Great Hotel, Top Marks.
Pros:

We stayed here for one night and it was perfect. Easy parking in a multi-storey car park just around the corner. Quick self check in service, there was a young lady there to help. Our room was very clean and spacious and nice and quiet. The restaurant in the ground floor was excellent. Plenty of seating, we had the meal deal for breakfast and dinner at a very good price, so much choice and the food was lovely. We cannot say enough positive things about this hotel.

2025-11-20 via Tripadvisor
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elainelD8216VP NONE
8
Good value for money
Pros:

Everything was ok so much rubbish out the front no shelter for smokers and the bathroom was dirty hair in the sink around the taps but the staff are so nice

2025-11-17 via Tripadvisor
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emmawL8667YS NONE
8
A good hotel in a great location for central Southampton.
Pros:

I stayed with a large group of friends (we all booked out our own rooms). The stay went without a hitch, it was a great location for where we wanted to be. My room layout was a bit whacky compared to other premiers I've stayed in, but that's not really an issue.

My only issue was that I had late check-out (for 12pm) and my room key was de-activated whilst I was in the middle of taking my things to my car, at 1125, so way before actual checkout time, and I couldn't access the hotel or my room. I've never had this happen with regular checkout at 10am so I'm putting it down to this being a fairly new system, and luckily I had only a few more things to grab, so one more trip and I was done, but I wasn't very impressed that my key was de-activated before I was ready to leave, and before my checkout time, but it wasn't enough to ruin the experience.

All in all, it was a great trip!

2025-11-16 via Tripadvisor
4
411charleyt Friends getaway Hampshire, England
8
Yeah comfy
Pros:

Came here and was simple check in, clean, comfy, only issue was the second card was not linked to the room so we couldn’t get in with that card which was annoying!

2025-11-09 via Tripadvisor
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Y3040LFdianar NONE
10
Great value
Pros:

Excellent stay have been several times never disappointed would recommend
Staying again in December looking forward to the lovely shower

2025-11-09 via Tripadvisor
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bharghavp2023 Solo travel London, England
6
6 out of 10
Pros:

Location :- the hotel is located on the main road with no parking. Although theres two car parks at the back of the hotel where you park. Also on street parking is available.

Staff :- The young girl on the main reception was on her phone when I checked in. Literally waited for like a good 1 min for her to realise I was there. Checked in and straight to the room.

Room :- Room wasn't too bad. Pretty clean. Everything was in place. Edge of the main table peeling off ( see attached pictures ).

Restaurant/ food - the restaurant is located on the ground floor next to the main reception. About 20 odd tables available. Foodwise opted in for the Veg Gyoza for starters and the Chicken Curry with a side of naan bread for the mains. The gyoza was a bit on the soggy side but couldn't fault the main dish. See attached pictures.

2025-11-06 via Tripadvisor
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ericsZ8319ZN Solo travel Dunfermline, Fife, Scotland
10
A pleasant weekend in Southampton
Pros:

I stayed in this Premier Inn for two nights for the football. Definitely the best Premier Inn that I have stayed in for a while. All the staff that I came across were excellent but especially well done to Chris who was everywhere, reception, bar, restaurant and could not have been more helpful to anyone and everyone that he came across. I will be back.

2025-11-03 via Tripadvisor
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VictoriaW2269 NONE Hollingworth, Greater Manchester, England
10
Wouldn't stay anywhere else in Southport.
Pros:

We always stay at the Premier Inn when we visit Southport. We have been going at least once a year, sometimes twice with our children for 10 years now. Premier Inn beds are the absolute best, the hotel is clean, the staff are very pleasant & overall it is just an easy, convenient & wonderful expericence.

2025-11-02 via Tripadvisor