Winchester South Downs Way Hotels

"Lovely breakfast, wobblby tav"

"This was our first visit of the property under the new name and branding. The redesigned foyer and common areas are appealing and well designed, our family room was clean and comfortable and nicely put together in terms of style. The restaurant area is less successful in terms of design and we would not rate the breakfast above average. However, five stars to the entire breakfast team (open kitchen included) for their warm hospitality. "

"The rooms were lovely and well-equipped, with everything you’d need for a comfortable stay, including good tea and coffee facilities. The spa area was fantastic — although the pool was on the smaller side, it didn’t take away from the experience at all. We both had back massages, which were absolutely worth it, and there’s a really relaxing space to unwind in afterwards. The gym is compact but has all the essential equipment. The staff were friendly and helpful, always happy to answer any questions. We also dined in the restaurant, where the food was delicious and the service was excellent. The bar area was great too — a really nice place to relax in the evening."

"The wykeham is ideally placed for exploring Winchester its only a 5 minute walk to the Cathedral and the city centre. The staff were friendly and approachable at all times. Our room Kelsey was large and comfortable with a good shower. The breakfast was very good with plenty of choice. "

"An unfortunate experience of poor service in an otherwise pleasant, perfectly located hotel. 1. Reception do not pick up calls and it takes 4-attempts before they answer. 2.The room phone was broken. I advised Reception that I wanted to order Room service and tried calling with my mobile but no one picked up. I had to take my toddler out at 19:30 in search of supper. I specifically stayed in the hotel to have access to room service. 3. The room phone was never replaced / fixed. So check out experience was rather stressful trying to exit the room with a toddler and several bags, that really required a porter to help us with. 4. Charges were applied for breakfast buffet we never had. I had to insist that I purposely prepaid for room only. I have a toddler and had no intent to eat in the restaurant. We only required room service. 5. Parking directions for the overflow require talking to reception several times. This information could easily be published on the website or sent in the confirmation email, including pictures of the obscured entrance."

"Dustbin trucks very loud early morning"

"Our stay was for a couple of days to attend a Wedding in Winchester. St John’s Croft is ideally placed within 5 minutes easy walk of the town centre, with on site parking at the property. The property is a lovely grand farmhouse, in a very quiet raised spot, considering how close it is to everything. The property has a lovey, relaxed, arty/boho feel to it, with a warm atmosphere. Our room had a large double and single daybed, two very comfortable armchairs, coffee table, lots of side lamps and a TV. A good powerful shower in our private bathroom, with lots of hot water was most welcome. Dotty cooked us a marvellous breakfast around a large communal kitchen table by the AGA. I would more than happily stay here again. Thank you. "

"It's such a shame! The building of the old Mercure hotel holds ok. The double room was spacious, clean, comfortable and with an amazing close view of the Winchester cathedral (practically over its grounds). But there was no milk for the tea in the room and the television did not show a single BBC channel (not even radio stations), had no access to satelite, internet or cable. When I called reception to ask if perhaps there was something I was not doing properly with the remote control, I was asked if the TV was showing other channels. When I said that only commercial channels seemed to be available, I was told that this was what was on offer and that's it. In some way, I'm grateful for the experience because it opened my eyes to how miserable life would be without the BBC service. I'll certainly pay the BBC licence with gusto now! "

"Small but perfectly formed room. Comfy if squeaky bed. Good brekkers. No tea making facilities in room but the dining room is available 24h if you need a cuppa. Next door to black boy pub - quirky and well worth an hour or two whilst sinking some beers."