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Winchester Royal Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel near Winchester Cathedral in Winchester

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Interior entrance
Garden
Double Room
Double or Twin Room, Garden View
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine

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 drapes

Executive Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 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 drapes

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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Double Room

Double Room

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

About the area

Winchester

In Winchester .Your stay at this hotel will put you steps from The Deanery and a 5-minute walk from Winchester Cathedral. Theatre Royal Winchester and Westgate Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

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

About this property

Winchester Royal Hotel

Hotel near Winchester Cathedral in Winchester
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 7 meeting rooms available. Winchester Royal Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Winchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 81 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 15 per night)
  • Limited onsite 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

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 (34 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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: GBP 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 12 children stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 12 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using exisiting bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 427 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 361 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1007 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely building near the centre. Room was big and very comfortable, staff were all friendly and helpful. We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a very convenient and comfortable place to stay and the staff are most obliging and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really enjoyable two night stay in this excellent hotel. The room was clean, and the bed comfortable. The breakfasts were among the best I have experienced ... plenty of choice and very tasty (real honey!). The evening meal was also very good. Staff were helpful and friendly and the car parking was no problem. I highly recommend this hotel and will gladly stay there again. We even met Bob Mortimer, Paul Whitehouse and their dog Ted!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elise, Brookshire

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A delightful hotel. Our room was very spacious and comfortable. The food was delicious. Loved hanging out in the courtyard for an evening nightcap. Very conveniently located in Winchester. Enjoyed all the history behind the hotel and Winchester is a fascinating town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

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

Lovely place to stay.

Hotel is in a great location, right in the heart of Winchester. The room was very clean, the bed really comfortable. Added bonus of a coffee machine. Staff were all polite, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Em

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice old hotel with lots of history, Comfortable bed and lots of hot water in the bathroom The shower is in a high sided bath but it works ok if you can manage stepping into the bath. There are a few steps to encounter in the hotel No brochers on local attractions are provided in the hotel. The available breakfast is comprehensive and very good. Looks like a great place for weddings in the very nice garden.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

David, Newcastle Emlyn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking limited and expensive. Hotel old. In city centre so convenient. Breakfast very average.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel literally yards from the high street but set on a really quiet road. Staff were all super helpful and it has a great bar and garden where you can sit and chill after a busy day sightseeing. Theres two carparks at this hotel which although you have to pay for, are superb and super convenient. Beds are big & comfy and i wouldn't hesitate in using this hotel again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025