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Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Winchester Cathedral

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Enjoy meals in this elegant dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by large windows offering views of the outdoor space.
Step into the elegant lobby, featuring a carpeted floor, a staircase with black railings, and a glass display case showcasing various items.
Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a sleek reception desk and comfortable seating areas with stylish chairs.
Classic comfort abounds in this serene retreat, featuring a large bed with a wooden headboard and two bedside tables with lamps.
Enjoy a view of the city from the comfort of this room, featuring a cozy seating area with a round table and armchair.

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Paternoster Row, Winchester, England, SO23 9LQ
  • Winchester Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Winchester Christmas Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • University of Winchester
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Southampton (SOU)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Basic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Winchester

City center retreat .Steps from the hotel, you'll find Winchester Christmas Market and Winchester Cathedral. Great Hall and Winchester College are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Winchester Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Winchester Christmas Market - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Great Hall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Horsepower - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Winchester - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Winchester Station - 13 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rick Stein - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Crown & Anchor - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday

4-star hotel near Winchester Cathedral
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 23605 square feet (2193 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Winchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 94 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 23605 sq ft of conference space
  • 2193 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1964
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday offers 94 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, German, Hungarian, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (GBP 15 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Weekend continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Piano

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
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 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 continental breakfast: approximately GBP 16.50 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 15.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit 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.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly 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 Mercure Winchester
Hotel Wessex Winchester
Mercure Wessex Hotel Winchester
Wessex Hotel Winchester
Wessex Mercure
Wessex Mercure Hotel Winchester
Wessex Winchester
Wessex Winchester Hotel
Winchester Wessex
Winchester Wessex Hotel
Mercure Wessex Winchester
Mercure Wessex Winchester Hotel Winchester
Mercure Wessex
Mercure Winchester
Mercure Wessex Winchester Hotel
Winchester Wessex By Sunday
Mercure Wessex Winchester Hotel
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Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday Winchester
Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday Hotel Winchester
Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday former Mercure hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday to the airport?

Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday is 11.9 mi (20-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday?

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday on Jul 27, 2025 start from $98.49, excluding 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 Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday.

Does Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 16.50 per person.

Is there a casino at Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Grosvenor Casino (19-min drive) and Genting Casino (20-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday?

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

Is there free parking at Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 15.00 per night.

Does Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday have a pool?

Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday does not have a pool.

Does Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday have a restaurant?

Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday is home to Wessex Restaurant, which features international cuisine.

Does Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday to downtown Winchester?

Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday is 0.2 mi away from Winchester.

Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 278 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 201 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 129 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1013 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Pippa

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful location, let down by condition.

Interesting stay. The common areas are lovely, although parts need better upkeep, for example there was rubbish under chairs in the upstairs seating area for over 12 hours. The breakfast is not worth the money, and the scrambled eggs were extremely salty to the point of being inedible, this was rectified and the guy hosting was helpful but it was obviously not a favourite as we were the only ones eating there. The room itself needed help. The bit we were put in felt like a hostel. Very much! Not fancy at all. Bathroom needed better cleaning and updating, there was a mini bar fridge switched off and mouldy! I couldn’t sleep well as the sheets were scratchy, pillows awful and the noise from others tvs very loud. Honestly I expected more from such a fabulous hotel location. Wouldn’t stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeanette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Reception area looked lovely, room was tired with broken bits, cracked sinks etc but clean. Area outside, car park etc looked tired and unloved, litter etc To see staff outside just by reception, smoking, and vaping was off putting
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ken

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great locatio, accommodation!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

stephen

Traveled with partner
good location. rooms a bit tired. hot breakfast needs bit of imrovement scrambled eggs not good no other choice of eggs.staff welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Always a convenient place to stay

A very convenient hotel to stay in Winchester to meet up with friends. We have stayed in this hotel quite a few times and whilst being comfortable it could do with an upgrade.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Like this hotel having stayed before. The room was very comfortable and generally quiet although we did get an early wake up (before 06.00) due to refuse collection but it has to be done. The only points we were not particularly impressed with was that the bathroom bin had not been emptied before we arrived and contained used sanitary products. Also, for the price we would have expected the bed to be made and it wasn't.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My room had been given to another guest by the time I got there about 5:30pm. Also other members of my booking had to wait for 40 mins at reception for checkin and then when they did their keycard did not work!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mrs CM Broughton and Dr ES

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was on 3nd floor but opposite side to the Cathedral. Was wakened up with lorries unloading on our side of the building. Great pity. The showers required updating as difficult to control water temperature
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Upgrade needed

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Great Location

Fantastic location. Hotel a bit tired but what a view.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Wilf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good break with value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sheena

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Large bedroom . Very dated . Very noisy outside
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the centre of Winchester. The bar was expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

ANTHONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The old Mercure is rebranding. It’s still the same tatty and hideous building but the staff are always friendly and helpful. I had a refurbished room overlooking the cathedral which was very quiet and pleasant. Rooms at the back are noisier.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All the members of the staff that we met were pleasant and helpful. Special thanks to reception, breakfast waitress and lady cleaning member of staff for leaving her work and escorting us to the lift. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Couple getaway

Fantastic location, very central. Staff very friendly and efficient.4 poster bed in room, very classy. Room a little tired, could do with a little freshen up. But overall lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I chose the hotel because of its superb location, in-between the cathedral and the High Street. It was an added bonus to discover that it's a lovely hotel in other ways. I would particularly mention the (predominantly young) staff, who were super-helpful and friendly. Some reviews suggested the decor was a bit tired, and in a few places perhaps a bit of redecoration would not come amiss, but overall I loved the interior, full of interesting and welcoming spaces (and including some striking Modernist stained glass in the foyer). Breakfast and dinner were excellent. I would strongly recommend this hotel to anyone planning to visit Winchester.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

John-Henry

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Sean

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Poor wifi Warm shower High parking charges not mentioned when booking
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025