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Winchester Royal Hotel

4.0 star property

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Interior entrance
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Garden
Double Room
Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service

Explore the area

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St Peter Street, Winchester, England, SO23 8BS
  • Place, Winchester Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Winchester Christmas Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Winchester
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Executive Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Double or Twin Room, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Winchester

With a stay at Winchester Royal Hotel in Winchester, you'll be a 4-minute walk from Winchester Cathedral and within a 5-minute drive of South Downs National Park. .This hotel is 14.8 mi (23.9 km) from Southampton Cruise Terminal and 16.9 mi (27.2 km) from New Forest National Park.

What's nearby

  • Winchester Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Great Hall - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Horsepower The Museum Of The King's Royal Hussars - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Winchester Christmas Market - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Winchester - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Winchester Station - 7 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Old Gaolhouse (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Josie's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Overdraft - Craft Ale Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Winchester Royal Hotel

Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Winchester Cathedral
Winchester Royal Hotel offers 81 accommodations with safes and designer toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Stay in one of 81 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Digital television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have deep soaking bathtubs and designer toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this hotel include wedding services and a banquet hall.
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Garden View Restaurant, a restaurant which specializes in British cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. This hotel has 7 meeting rooms available for events. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Garden View Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 15 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Garden View Restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet (86 centimetre high)
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (122 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
12 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 15.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Best Western Premier Collection Winchester Royal Hotel
Winchester Royal
Winchester Royal Hotel Hotel
Winchester Royal Hotel Winchester
Winchester Royal Hotel Hotel Winchester

Reviews

Winchester Royal Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 427 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 362 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1007 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN THOMAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal position staff very good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Morag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GR8 Position for business & pleasure in Winchester , lovely garden. reception & housekeeper extremely helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Winchester Royal Hotel was great for one night's stay. My garden view room felt like a suite after my stay in one of London's modern hotels with a tiny narrow room. The room had almost everything one would want--except for air conditioning. It was a tad warm and stuffy. They did have a fan to provide circulation. Since my room was on the ground floor, I did not feel comfortable leaving the windows open even with the safety chain that should keep someone from being able to climb through. It was cooler outside than inside. Lack of air conditioning in some of the rooms would not be a problem during cooler periods. I enjoyed having the tea kettle and the towel warmer. There were also an iron and ironing board and a hair dryer that I did not use. The TV worked well. The chair was comfortable. The bed was comfortable as well. The towels are thick and fluffy. The step up into the tub/shower is high. Someone with mobility issues might find it difficult to maneuver getting into and out of the tub. The glass between the shower and toilet only goes halfway down the length of the tub. Water gets on the floor.
Double room with garden view
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice, quality hotel in the centre of town. Friendly staff, good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable and great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a really lovely walled courtyard. It is located very close to Winchester Cathedral and other tourist sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lucinda

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was a very peaceful place, spotlessly clean, nice bed and bedlinen easy walk from the train station and town centre and cathedral. The garden was so peaceful. Lots of plugs, nice lights pleasant decor and toiletries. I booked an upgraded executive room for the following elements that weren’t all provided: black out blinds (they were there but didn’t cover the window so bright) garden view (I got it but only after stressful negotiations with reception) deep soak tub (it was a regular bath) robe and slippers(weren’t provided) the bed was good but the pillows were like bricks. They don’t have aircon either. The first room they put me in at the back of the hotel had a horrible view and I think possibly water heater pipes under the floor. If you stay you need to ensure you upgrade to a garden view and I wouldn’t recommend for hot summer nights as the fan doesn’t really cut it. Probably better for autumn or spring.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

M a

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was not sign posted it was hard to get to.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Vladimir

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night in the feature room and it was good - power showers, comfy bed and quiet. The room was cozy and nice. Shame there is no AC which could be very problematic during the heat. Check in process was smooth and quick and staff was friendly and efficient. The hotel has great location and a lovely garden. It is patchy at parts to call it luxury but the overall impression is positive.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely old hotel with the welcome addition of an accessible car park. It was very central and easy to find.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

david

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
didn't have a/c
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Deb

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Only some rooms have air con. Not ours and was hot & stuffy. Fan provided helped but frustrating when you know just up the corridor has air con
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely stay here. Everyone was very welcoming, friendly and attentive. Upon arrival we had to wait for our room to be ready and had a drink in the garden which was so peaceful. Our room was very spacious and we had alot of space to put our clothes away, the bed was nice but it was two beds put together and it was very clear, but nothing major still had the best sleep. The shower was amazing great water pressure and good temperature.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Rickie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
This property was clearly once a lovely hotel but it seems a little tired in need of a refurb. The room was quite hot so we were grateful for the fan. No fridge in the room to keep water cold. Also closing the very full bar at 11 on a Saturday night seemed a bit early too. Paying £15 a night for parking in the hotel car park was also a bit off considering the rooms weren't that cheap. The gardens are lovely though.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent staff

Lovely hotel - a step back in time. Very friendly and professional staff throughout the hotel, including the restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and terrific staff. Air conditioning would have made it great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Myron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very old building. Lovey and comfortable beds. Breakfast very good too. £15 to park overnight. £13 breakfast if you book night before. £50 when you check in per day on room..
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025