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Marwell Hotel Winchester South

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Marwell Zoo

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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Thompson Lane, Winchester, England, SO21 1JY
  • Place, South Downs National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Marwell Zoo
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Winchester Cathedral
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Superior Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Triple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Twin room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Twin room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Family room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Family room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Winchester

In Winchester .A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Marwell Zoo and 6 miles (10 km) of South Downs National Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Winchester Cathedral and University of Southampton.

What's nearby

  • South Downs National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Marwell Zoo - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Winchester Cathedral - 12 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • New Forest National Park - 20 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Southampton Cruise Terminal - 22 min drive - 12.1 miles

Getting around

  • Winchester Shawford Station - 8 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fox and Hounds - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Paul's Fish Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sonny's Fish & Chips - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Ham Farm (Harvester) - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Marwell Hotel Winchester South

3-star hotel near Marwell Zoo
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 7 meeting rooms available. Marwell Hotel Winchester South also features an indoor pool and room service (during limited hours). Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Winchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Marwell Hotel Winchester South offers 68 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. This Winchester hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests arriving outside of check-in hours must contact the property.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 5 2026 to February 28 2027 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair and access to the heated pool
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair and access to the heated pool. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Marwell
Marwell Hotel
Marwell Hotel Winchester
Marwell Winchester
Marwell Hotel Southampton
Marwell Hotel
Marwell Hotel Winchester
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Marwell Hotel Winchester South Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Marwell Hotel Winchester South to the airport?

Marwell Hotel Winchester South is 10.2 mi (23-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Marwell Hotel Winchester South?

As of Mar 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marwell Hotel Winchester South on Mar 15, 2026 start from $68, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Marwell Hotel Winchester South have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Marwell Hotel Winchester South.

How close is Marwell Hotel Winchester South to the beach?

This hotel is 9.6 mi (27-min drive) from Weston Hard Woolston Beach and 12.3 mi (31-min drive) from Hamble Common Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Marwell Hotel Winchester South offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Marwell Hotel Winchester South, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Marwell Hotel Winchester South?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Grosvenor Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Marwell Hotel Winchester South?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Marwell Hotel Winchester South?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Marwell Hotel Winchester South have a pool?

Marwell Hotel Winchester South features an indoor pool. The pool will be unavailable from January 5 2026 to February 28 2027 (dates subject to change).

Does Marwell Hotel Winchester South have a restaurant?

Marwell Hotel Winchester South is home to Dining Room, which features Modern European cuisine.

Does Marwell Hotel Winchester South have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Marwell Hotel Winchester South to downtown Winchester?

Marwell Hotel Winchester South is 1.2 mi away from Colden Common.

Marwell Hotel Winchester South Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 372 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 193 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 100 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1003 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Fred

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly nice location and room fine. One gripe is that the breakfast is a rip off at price charged not a great standard. Need to get a new supplier for the sausages (terrible ). We also had the festive afternoon tea which was below satisfactory.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was a good size and was clean. Hotel did feel cold in wooden corridors and bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

manuel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ali

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Carolyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Easy parking and check in. Radiator in our room didn’t work but we did have a plug in heater. Took a while to heat the room. Bar area was good. Used the pool and sauna.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Oliver, London

room was fine, all felt a bit tired, could with some paint and a good clean behind the desk
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff very friendly. Room i itially cold but out heater on and fine. Corridors cold but communal areas ok.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynne Frances

Liked: Cleanliness
All fine, staff very courteous and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Helen

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, clean and comfortable room great parking
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim

Traveled with family
Rooms where dated and in need of updating, drawers wouldn’t even open and lots of hairs around drain of shower! Not the best nights sleep every time someone ran a tap in their bathroom it was so loud in our room shook the walls.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Only stayed one night so didnt use any facilities. The room was clean and comfortable. The price was excellent. No one on reception when we arrived but we did get a lovely apology. Plenty of parking
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice facilities, lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Irene, Kendal UK

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking was good, the bar was good, my disappointment was I wanted 1slice of toast and a cup of coffee, I take meds in the morning and can only eat minimally, they said I had to pay £10.80 p that was the cheapest on the breakfast menu, I declined and went elsewhere,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

A

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

6/10 Okay

Rob

Business traveler

Marwell hotel

Car parking was . Restaurant service good have been better. Food was not good and not worth the money
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Alan

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a little tired and could do with a bit of tlc in some areas. But overall it’s a great hotel in fantastic surroundings. It’s peaceful clean and comfortable. Will definitely book here again if we are needing to stay in this area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

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