Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great food
Cons:
Minor maintenance issues

Categories

Cleanliness
9.19
Overall sentiment indicates rooms were spotless and well-maintained.
Service
9.66
Exceptional service with friendly and helpful staff consistently mentioned.
Location
9.2
Great location noted in several reviews, ideal for exploration and convenience.
Room Quality
9.15
Rooms were described as comfortable and well-decorated.
Amenities
8.68
Standard amenities noted, with some complaints about minor issues.
Value for Money
9.14
Very clean and comfortable room, with good breakfast adding to value.
Food and Beverage
9.19
Breakfast and food options received positive feedback.
Overall Experience
9.36
Guests had a memorable experience and expressed a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 15:30

Property Description

Historic Charm with Modern Comforts
Experience a blend of 19th-century charm and contemporary luxury at The White Star Tavern in the heart of Southampton. Renovated in 2007, this hotel seamlessly combines original features with modern style and amenities.

Luxurious Rooms and Amenities
Indulge in comfort with king-size beds, Egyptian cotton linens, and well-stocked minibars in every room. Stay entertained with flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free Wi-Fi access. The modern bathrooms feature large showers for a rejuvenating experience.

Award-Winning Dining and Drinks
Savor the culinary delights at The White Star Tavern, boasting 2 AA Rosettes for its exceptional cuisine made from fresh local ingredients. Unwind at the bar with a selection of wines, award-winning ales, and expertly crafted cocktails.

Book your stay now at The White Star Tavern for a memorable and luxurious experience in Southampton!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 1901 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.19
Service: 9.66
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 9.15
Amenities: 8.68
Value for Money: 9.14
Food and Beverage: 9.19
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Kay • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Clean, comfy.. Great shower.. Spacious room with everything you need.

Cons:

Expect a bit of noise from local pubs.. It is a busy area but after had a gd night sleep

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • gb
9
Good , happy hotel
Pros:

Lovely place to be in a desirable location.

Cons:

Stairs , but understand it is a listed building!

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Alastair • couple • au
9
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Martin • family_with_children • us
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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William • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Baiphet • couple • gb
9
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • gb
9
Great start to our cruise holiday, lovely breakfasts and friendly staff.
Pros:

Great location and friendly helpful staff

Cons:

Narrow steep staircases could be a problem for some.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Des • solo_traveller • gb
10
It made a good trip an excellent trip
Pros:

Location was easy to find from rail station,breakfast was superb and the friends I met spent more days there than me also enthused about their stay,very welcoming attitude from staff ,pleasant to see.. L I

Cons:

Bar shut early for residents but could of been due to championship match,but that withstanding fullyhappy to use this place again.i can’t fault anything objectively

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Carla • solo_traveller • gb
9
Highly recommend.
Pros:

It was an amazing experience from start to finish . Great location, great staff , beautiful room , very clean and comfortable. Will definitely be returning.

Cons:

The only issue was the TV we couldn't get it to work, but as we were rarely in the room it wasn't a major problem.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Jaume • solo_traveller • es
9
Perfecto!!
Pros:

Es muy acogedor, justo en el centro neurálgico de Southampton donde todo pasa. El desayuno era delicioso. Hay una pequeña parte de bufet i después diferentes opciones de desayuno a la carta.

Cons:

Las escaleras empinadas a la habitación, pero era un mal menor.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Ulrike • solo_traveller • us
9
Klein, gemütlich, großartig ❤️
Pros:

Das Zimmer war fantastisch, alles was für mich toll ist, war da. Super gemütliches Bett, eine Dusche inkl. Regendusche ❤️. Ein Kühlschrank, ein guter Fön und das Fenster ließ sich öffnen. Das Personal war perfekt, das Frühstück und auch die anderen Speisen waren sehr lecker. Ich werde das Hotel definitiv weiterempfehlen 🙂

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • gb
9
Thoroughly enjoyed stay and definitely the “go to hotel” next time we stay in Southampton
Pros:

Every member of staff was friendly and helpful.
Everywhere was spotlessly clean.
Room facilities were spot on - iron & ironing board, fridge (with free milk, water and bottle of lager); kettle & coffee maker)
Wonderful rainfall shower with smaller handheld option too - hot water
Air conditioning and fan
Comfortable bed
Decor in room based on White Star liner cabin
Hot breakfast cooked to order (set menu but very flexible) available until 11am and included in booking price
Food served most of day (not extensive menu but very good quality)
Extensive choice of cask & keg ales in bar - plenty of seating in bar & restaurant areas
Good free internet connection
Bus stop close and only 5 minute taxi ride from Central railway station

Cons:

Not many clothes hangers in wardrobe so may need to take a few
No lift - but stated very clearly on website before booking and wasn’t big issue overall

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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ian • couple • es
8
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Darcy • solo_traveller • gb
7
Lovely staff, comfy room
Pros:

Lovely front of house staff, and a comfortable bed in a nicely decorated room with good wifi. When I asked they happily moved me to a room away from the street which was a little noisy. Rooms had tea and coffee and biscuits, water, fresh milk and a beer. There was also air con which you don't always get in UK hotels!

Enjoyed the robes and slippers which was a nice touch. Shower and toiletries were also good.

Cons:

The cooked food at dinner and breakfast was not fresh. The pastries were nice enough, but the smashed avocado on my order was leftover from the day before (very brown), and the Caesar salad was over dressed and had soggy croutons, I guess because it was premixed much earlier in the day.

Was slightly disappointed not to have a bath, there were baths in all the room photos. The fact it was either a shower or bath is quite buried in the room description.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • gb
9
Centrally located and run by a fabulous team.
Pros:

Great location, fabulous staff. Loved the decor and the attention to detail with the link to Titanic. Breakfast was very good; great selection and delicious.

Cons:

It is in a busy area which won’t suit all but it was great for us.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Steve • solo_traveller • gb
8
A tavern with plenty of history & character, friends staff and a great breakfast
Pros:

The rooms are well decorated with a maritime theme, with very comfortable beds.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • pl
10
Excellent base for cruises and absolutely worth it - you won't regret it!
Pros:

The property was very well maintained; we were staying overnight and decided proximity to the pier for our cruise the following day and it being our wedding anniversary balanced out the cost, which is always a consideration for us.

Our room faced the street which is lined with pubs, and it was a Friday night. Despite that, the bit of noise that was from the pubs didn't disturb us or our sleep. Food in the pub was excellent, all staff were very friendly and helpful. I regret we didn't have a chance to stay longer, but it was a splurge for us. White Star is ideal for anyone sailing on a cruise as proximity to the pier is great (if you let the staff know the night before, they can arrange for a shuttle. We chose to walk instead). Loved the atmosphere of the place, lots of books, photos, mementos of not only White Star line, but sailing history generally. It is also an ideal location for exploring Southampton and beyond as well. If arriving by train, be aware you will want a cab to the hotel if you are carrying anything more than a small bag/backpack. Can't praise the staff and the cumberland sausage enough.

Cons:

Nothing at all to complain about. It is well worth it!

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Great location, really comfortable rooms with lots of facilities, breakfast amazing and pub was just lovely

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • couple • gb
10
Very comfortable rooms, lovely food, perfect locations and excellent customer service.
Pros:

Location, cleanliness and food and drink all excellent.

Cons:

If you were sensitive to noise, there is a lot going on nearby on a Saturday night, but it didn’t bother me at all!

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee