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Southampton – 545 hotels and places to stay

The White Star Tavern

Hotel in Southampton City Centre, Southampton

Located in Southampton city centre, this inn was built in the 19th century. It is now a contemporary hotel offering free Wi-Fi access.

P
Pop
From
Romania
Breakfast super !!!! The room very good !!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,217 reviews
Price from
€ 113.96
1 night, 2 adults

No.4 Carlton

Hotel in Southampton City Centre, Southampton

Situated conveniently in the centre of Southampton, No.4 Carlton features 5-star accommodation close to The Mayflower Theatre and Southampton Guildhall.

M
Moo86
From
United Kingdom
Spacious room. Really nice breakfast room. No issues,
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 449 reviews
Price from
€ 255.50
1 night, 2 adults

THE PIG in the Wall - Southampton

Hotel in Southampton City Centre, Southampton

Situated conveniently in Southampton, THE PIG in the Wall - Southampton offers air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 627 reviews
Price from
€ 273
1 night, 2 adults

Ennios Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Southampton City Centre, Southampton

Opposite the Red Funnel ferry terminal and just minutes from the city centre and cruise terminals, Ennios is an Italian restaurant with boutique bedrooms that offer luxurious comfort.

S
Sara
From
Guernsey
Friendly staff,great location. Really comfy bed and pillows and amazing breakfast will be back for sure
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 969 reviews
Price from
€ 131.27
1 night, 2 adults

Moxy Southampton

Hotel in Southampton City Centre, Southampton

Ideally set in Southampton, Moxy Southampton offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a restaurant.

C
Chantelle
From
Guernsey
It’s not anything like Iv stayed in before and close to everything in town.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,094 reviews
Price from
€ 101.07
1 night, 2 adults

Second Nature Southampton

Hotel in Southampton City Centre, Southampton

Featuring a fitness centre and a shared lounge, room2 Southampton is situated in Southampton, 1.2 km from Southampton Guildhall and 1.4 km from The Mayflower Theatre.

B
Borg
From
Malta
I was immediately welcomed with a smile, and the staff did their best to make my stay comfortable 😊 The place is very stylish and well kept, the rooms are very well equipped with all the necessities and their lobby area is super cozy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,269 reviews
Price from
€ 130.69
1 night, 2 adults

Harbour Hotel & Spa Southampton

Hotel in Southampton City Centre, Southampton

Situated in Southampton in the Hampshire Region, Harbour Hotel & Spa Southampton is just 1.7 km from Southampton Guildhall. The hotel's spa facilities include a hot tub, pool and sauna.

A
Agness
From
United Kingdom
The rooms were very clean and spacious, and we had spectacular views, I had a full body hot stone massage performed by Angelica, Angelica was really good, she had amazing massage techniques and had very good customer service skills. Thank you very much, Angelica 😊
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,320 reviews
Price from
€ 261.38
1 night, 2 adults

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Hotel in Southampton City Centre, Southampton

Overlooking East Park, Leonardo Hotel Southampton has a 24-hour reception and a modern restaurant. The hotel is located in Southampton centre, less than a mile from Southampton Central Railway...

B
Balaji
From
India
Rooms were spacious and clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7,926 reviews
Price from
€ 67.96
1 night, 2 adults

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

Hotel in Southampton City Centre, Southampton

With a stunning glass atrium and impressive spa, Leonardo Royal Hotel Southampton Grand Harbour is situated on Southampton Waterfront.

V
Vincenzo
From
Germany
First-class service and very attentive and well-trained staff. The hotel manager makes careful selections. A nice young man at the reception is particularly friendly and accommodating. his name is Ovidiu. He takes care of all guests' worries and has a calm and positive way of inspiring people, so they'll want to return. I hope the hotel manager passes on this praise to the staff. I Already booked 2 weeks in August. Thank you very much.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 11,005 reviews
Price from
€ 127.55
1 night, 2 adults

Holiday Inn Express Southampton West by IHG

Hotel in Southampton

The Holiday Inn Express Southampton is ideal for visiting Southampton city centre, the Cruise Terminal, the Isle of Wight, the New Forest and Westquay Shopping Centre.

w
wai peng
From
Singapore
Great location to Paulton Park. Staff were very very pleasant. Breakfast was reasonable and the bed was very comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,891 reviews
Price from
€ 117.33
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with parking in Southampton

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Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,667 reviews
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,105 reviews
From € 127.79 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,005 reviews
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 930 reviews
From € 197.60 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,642 reviews
From € 185.87 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,908 reviews
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 627 reviews
From € 312.49 per night
Parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 11,005 reviews
From € 171.47 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,313 reviews
From € 189.36 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
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Southampton FAQ: Tips for every trip

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What's the best area to stay?

For a central base close to transport links and shopping, staying in the city centre is highly practical. If you prefer waterfront dining and marina views, look for accommodation around Ocean Village. The Cultural Quarter places you within walking distance of galleries, theatres and history museums.

How many days should I stay?

Two to three days provides enough time to explore Southampton. This schedule allows you to tour the SeaCity Museum, walk the mediaeval city walls, and visit the waterfront. If you plan to travel to the nearby New Forest, add two extra nites to your itinerary.

What is Southampton best known for?

The destination is known for its historic waterfront and seafaring past, notably as the departure point for the Titanic. Travellers can view exhibits at the SeaCity Museum, walk alongside the remaining mediaeval city walls, and explore the nearby New Forest National Park.

First visit

What are the best things to do in Southampton?

First-time visitors can explore Southampton by walking the mediaeval city walls for a practical overview of the area. Visit the SeaCity Museum to learn about local maritime history and the Titanic. Later, head to the central waterfront and marina for dining and shopping options.

Where should I stay on my first trip?

Booking a hotel in the City Centre offers immediate access to historical sites like the Bargate, transport links, and retail areas. Alternatively, the waterfront district provides proximity to maritime museums, ferry terminals, and restaurants by the marina. Both locations make exploring on foot easy.

Family stays

What’s the best way to get around with a family?

Navigate Southampton on foot using the flat, pedestrianised city centre, which is highly accessible for buggies. Reliable local busses easily connect central accommodation with nearby parks and maritime museums. For longer distances, ride-sharing apps and local taxis provide practical transport when travelling with extra luggage.

What’s the best thing to do in Southampton with children?

Explore maritime history at SeaCity Museum, featuring interactive exhibits detailing the local connexion to ocean liners. Solent Sky Museum offers aviation displays with vintage aircraft. For outdoor time, Southampton Common provides extensive walking paths and open green spaces suitable for children of all ages.

Where should I stay with children?

Ocean Village offers a quiet waterfront setting with flat paths suitable for pushchairs and quick access to local museums. Alternatively, staying in the City Centre places your family within walking distance of public parks, interactive maritime exhibits and the main train station.

Romantic trips

What’s the most romantic thing to do in Southampton?

Tour the mediaeval city walls and Tudor House before viewing exhibitions at the Southampton City Art Gallery. For evening meals, the Ocean Village marina boasts waterside restaurants. You can also reach the nearby New Forest to explore woodland trails and native wildlife together.

Work trips

Where's the most convenient place to stay for work?

Booking hotels near the city centre or Southampton Central Station gives you direct transport links and walking access to the main commercial district. Properties around the waterside area typically feature dedicated workspaces, reliable WiFi and nearby dining options for corporate lunches or evening meals.

What can I do in Southampton between meetings?

After meetings, business travellers can walk along the Ocean Village marina for waterfront dining or client dinners. The city centre offers quick access to the SeaCity Museum for a brief local history tour. Oxford Street provides independent restaurants ideal for evening networking or solo meals.

Historic Port of Walls

Departure point for Isle of Wight ferries and grand cruise liners including the Queen Mary 2, Southampton is understandably centred around its port. But even if you’re passing through, the city has more than enough to make you want to stay awhile. The Hythe Ferry from the port passes Netley, site of a ruined abbey, and ends at Hythe Pier, home to the world’s oldest pier train.

There is much older history in the city centre where the 15th-century city walls are amongst the most complete in England. Also remaining is the medieval Bargate gatehouse.

Just behind is the Bargate Shopping Centre, while high street stores in the city centre and West Quay are other Southampton shopping choices. As for entertainment, the city is well served by theatres, and Oxford Street has the best bars and restaurants. All are easily reached from the apartments, B&Bs and hotels in Southampton available on Booking.com.

There is also a surprising amount of green space in the city and its central parks are Grade II-listed. Slightly further out is Southampton Common, whose Urban Wildlife Centre is worth a visit.

If you’re flying out of Southampton Airport, don’t leave without having visited the Maritime Museum or Archaeology Museum, both detailing the history of this long-established city.

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What guests said about Southampton:

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

We just walk close to the hotel the day we arrive and the...

We just walk close to the hotel the day we arrive and the next morning went for breakfast and on the way to board the ship. So the little that we see let us know it’s a beautiful place and lots to see. And because time was not on our side we were not able to visit all the beauty of the city. What little we see shows that it’s easy to get around. Can’t remember the name of the place we had breakfast but it’s popular. There is an activity for kids in the shopping centre.
Guest review byDenise Griffith
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0

Dinner at Dukes of Wellington was delicious!

Dinner at Dukes of Wellington was delicious! We spent all day trying to find the "Serene Suite 1-2" that we had reserved for our 1 night stay before we left on our cruise. We didn't see anything else.
Guest review byJodi
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

We always stay in Southampton for one day prior to the start...

We always stay in Southampton for one day prior to the start of our cruise holiday. Nice to walk around with shopping plenty of eateries and nice parks. Good place to look at cruise ships sailing in or out. Portsmouth just a short train ride away. We went up Spinnaker Tower at Portsmouth.
Guest review byAllan
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0

Hotel was disappointing.

Hotel was disappointing. Visit to SOLENT AIR the aircraft museum was informative, inspiring and the entertainment by happy volunteers made a wonderful day, Not forgetting the Police and Fire service exhibition.
Guest review byVAUGHAN
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

An underrated city that hides its light under a bushel.

An underrated city that hides its light under a bushel. Full of little gems that hide behind a fairly anonymous town centre - you have to go looking for them. Beautiful parks are a big highlight; lots of small museums and good restaurants/pubs. The old town walls are bizarrely hidden in loading yards and car parks, but worth seeking out if you like that sort of thing. Surrounding villages like Hamble, Bursledon and Bishops Waltham are worth visiting too, and the proximity to the New Forest, Winchester, the Isle of Wight and the South Downs make the location a big selling point too.
Guest review byAlexander
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Very busy! I’m guessing a cruise ship had recently arrived….

Very busy! I’m guessing a cruise ship had recently arrived…. The area where we were staying was very very noisy and very dirty but that’s just inner city living…there were however lots of great bars and restaurants literally a minutes walk from where we were staying. The new shopping centre was great..clean and accessible.
Guest review byAnonymous

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From € 166.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,573 reviews
We had a great stay at the Novotel Southampton. The location is excellent, especially if you’re taking a cruise—it’s very close to the cruise terminal and easy to get to. The hotel has a swimming pool, which was a big bonus for our child and made the stay even more enjoyable. The price was reasonable for the location and facilities, and the staff were incredibly helpful and friendly throughout our stay.
Guest review byMolly
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 182 reviews
The staff at the hotel are amazing, very helpful 10/10. It is in a great location between Ocean Village and the City Centre, in easy walking distance of a lot of what Southampton has to offer. It is great value for money if you are not sensitive about communal toilets and showers.
Guest review byNick
United Kingdom
From € 124.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,094 reviews
Moxy hotel is close to the centre city of southampton just walk accross the street and thats it besides the staff members were nice and lovly totally recommend to stay this hotel to explore the city centre or go near the boat to tour 😁
Guest review byKinglish
United Kingdom
From € 168.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,648 reviews
The hotel was in a great location and an easy walk into town. It is also well placed for access into Southampton for those cruising.
Guest review byTravelDHC
United Kingdom

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