Located near Winchester Cathedral, Westgate Winchester offers a tranquil retreat. With in-room WiFi and smoke-free premises, guests can unwind while enjoying the warm hospitality of the helpful staff that previous guests have raved about.
Horsepower The Museum Of The King's Royal Hussars - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Winchester Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
University of Winchester - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Winchester Christmas Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
Southampton (SOU) - 22 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 40 min drive
Farnborough (FAB) - 41 min drive
Winchester Station - 6 min walk
Winchester Shawford Station - 7 min drive
Eastleigh Station - 11 min drive
Restaurants
The Albion - 5 min walk
Josie's - 6 min walk
The Old Gaolhouse (Wetherspoon) - 4 min walk
The Arc Winchester - 5 min walk
Cabinet Rooms - 6 min walk
About this property
Westgate Winchester
Westgate Winchester puts you within a 10-minute drive of South Downs National Park. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Housekeeping on request
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 25.0 per stay
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Westgate Winchester B&B
Westgate Winchester Winchester
Westgate Winchester Bed & breakfast
Westgate Winchester Bed & breakfast Winchester
Frequently asked questions
Does Westgate Winchester offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Westgate Winchester does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Westgate Winchester?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Westgate Winchester?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Westgate Winchester.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Westgate Winchester?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Westgate Winchester?
No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Grosvenor Casino (19-min drive) and Genting Casino (20-min drive) are both nearby.
What's the area around Westgate Winchester like?
Westgate Winchester is a short 6-minute walk from Winchester Station and 7 minutes' walk from Winchester Cathedral.
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Reviews
Westgate Winchester Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.2
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
8.6
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was delicious and included in the room rate, with many guests praising its quality. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2026
I stayed at the Westgate pub when in Winchester for work. The staff were friendly, my room was cosy and comfortable, and the food was great. The Westgate felt like a safe, welcoming place to stay and I would definitely visit again.
Isobel
Isobel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2026
I loved this olde worlde hotel with its quirky characteristics like the uneven floors and the wonky staircase. I just had to take a photo of my bedroom door! The staff were very friendly and helpful. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and the food was delicious.
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2025
The staff made our stay amazing and the location can't be beat!
Tricia
Tricia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2024
Great location
A very handy hotel with great location and surprisingly nice rooms
Tiffany
Tiffany, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 27, 2023
Staff very friendly and quaint public house.
Stephen a
Stephen a, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2024
Perfect location
Henry
Henry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 24, 2024
Highly recommend
We had a lovely stay at The Westgate, lovely big room, bed was super comfy and it’s in a great location for visiting Winchester and its shops, cathedral and lovely Christmas markets! Breakfast was excellent and staff were always helpful. Wonderful stay.
Nicola
Nicola, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2024
The hotel/pub was clean and the room was of a good size with a comfortable bed and decent en-suite.
Jeremy
Jeremy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2024
Lovely pub and hotel. Food was great, room was lovely although a little tired and dusty and lots of grime build up in the bathroom. Service was overall very good as well
George
George, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2023
lovely sty
lovely pub with comfy rooms and tasty food.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2023
The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful! The bed is so comfortable! A really fun experience.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2023
The hotel is an old building but well maintained.
Room is clean and bed was so comfy! Had a goodnight sleep ..
LARVYN
LARVYN, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2024
Great place to stay
Location was great, 5 min walk from the train station, and central for the city attractions. Ben and the team were really friendly and helpful. The food we had was good value and tasty. We stayed in a 'comfy double'which was spacious and comfortable. The bed was extremely comfortable. Checkout was at 11am which is helpful.
Hayley
Hayley, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2023
Large room. Quiet despite being on first floor above the popular bar and on a busy junction. Easy to check in and out. Staff very helpful. Will definitely stay there next time visit Winchester.
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 6, 2023
Pleasant stay
Nice stay in a pub providing rooms above. Building is a bit dated so it was quite cold - the heating didn’t initially work but they sorted it after. Clean bathroom and bed. Very friendly staff who let us check in a bit earlier.
Jolene
Jolene, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 6, 2023
Beautiful old property and great staff / service but one night is enough! Absolutely tiny rooms and bathrooms - nowhere to get ready / do makeup etc
Perfect for one night city break though !
Dave
Dave, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2024
Beautiful hotel, very friendly staff. The bar was warm and welcoming with a lovely cosy Christmas feel. Great central location. Clean and well kept room. Thank you Ben and the rest of your team. Marie & Dan
Marie
Marie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2024
For a Pub with rooms I was pleasantly surprised how nice the rooms were.
The rooms are obviously newly refurbished but in really nice style.
All staff friendly and the Breakfast was delicious, included in our room rate too.
We stayed here because we had a family garden party, 5mins easy walk from Train Station and the town Cathedral super close.
I gave a 4 star rating on property only because my brothers room had a bad drain smell, they were a little miffed.
Paula
Paula, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2023
Beautiful Georgian pub/hotel in the heart of Winchester. Pub is relaxing and friendly. Like the ability to order drinks/food from the table. Lovely bedroom and comfortable bed. Reduced road noise as double glazing helps with soundproofing. Highly recommend
Natasha
Natasha, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 27, 2025
VERY steep, narrow and twisting stairs to access the bedrooms. BE WARNED!!!
Also bar refuses to take cash. Thats a big deal in my world.
Very convenient location for a Winchester visit if these are not important issues.
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 2, 2024
Great room
The room was great, perfect for what I needed, really comfortable bed. The toiletries smelt amazing (I will probably hunt them down to purchase). Location for Winchester is also ideal. The only downside was breakfast I'm sure it would have been delicious but as I was needing to get to the office for 9am I was tight for time even if breakfast had been available at the advertised time of 8am but as there was a note on the stairs in the morning to say it was delayed (these things happen) I missed it
Marie
Marie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2023
What a lovely gem! Surprisingly quiet once in the room, despite a busy bar. The room felt sumptuous, it was clean and comfortable with all the expected extras (hot drink making facilities, hairdryer etc) Being older guests we managed the stairs reasonably well but it may not suit those with limited mobility, this is due to the historic nature of the building. Breakfast was not offered at the time we stayed but we found plenty of options nearby. We dined in the pub/inn and found that a very good call, although it is a popular place so noise was a slight issue ( very difficult to hold a conversation) but we accepted that as part of the experience. All in all a positive experience and we would return
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 22, 2024
Poor Breakfast and Poor service - Avoid
went to check in and receptionist said I should have paid hotel.com direct and that i couldn’t pay hotel directly. Spoke to Hotel.con who were really good and they confirmed the booking was pay on arrival. The hotel receptionist didn’t seem to understand the booking/payment process. Breakfast was absolutely rubbish, possiblly the worst breakfast I have encountered in 42 years of travelling and I would say I have stayed at over 1,500 hotels. The cold buffet were packets of cereals , wet/soggy pain au chocolate and pathetic croissant, had to ask for milk, jam , butter etc. Ordered the Eggs Royale and one cold poached egg arrived on salmon on a cold toasted soggy bread. The hollandaise sauce came separately and was cold. I did complain to the hotel - however their response was
“ Wow, I am really surprised to receive his feedback - we generally get excellent feedback about our breakfasts but I can see we missed the mark this morning with that Eggs Royale! I am so sorry for the issues you encountered and I have a meeting set for this afternoon with the kitchen team to discuss your feedback.
I apologise about the small offering; Unfortunately, due to an exceptionally busier than expected week, our breakfast selection was smaller than usual which generally includes sliced meats, cheeses and yoghurts; all of which are currently out of stock”
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 22, 2026
Cleanliness of the room and friendly staff
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2023
Nice place to stay in city center
Great place to stay for the night, great location and friendly staff. Would stay again.