The Southampton Family Hotels Guide

hotels and other accommodation for families travelling with children


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privately-run hotel, located between the city centre and Southampton Common, with comfortable, well-equipped rooms and a cosy bistro

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this glamorous hotel has a rooftop bar with panoramic views across the marina, and gorgeous rooms and suites, luxuriously equipped

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many of the stylish rooms enjoy views over the cricket ground at this contemporary hotel that also has a wealth of dining options and a spa

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a modern hotel with spacious rooms, located just off Junction 1 of the M271 and M27 and a short drive from the cruise ship terminals

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modern, value hotel conveniently placed hotel for those attending a match or event at the Ageas Bowl and with easy access from the M27

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close to the waterfront, this modern hotel is in an ideal spot for the City Cruise Terminal, Isle of Wight ferries and Westquay Shopping Centre

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strikingly designed hotel with an impressive glass atrium, situated close to the City Cruise Terminal and Westquay for shopping and dining

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independently owned hotel in Hythe Marina ideally placed to access Southampton via a foot passenger ferry and to explore the New Forest

Moxy Hotel

Southampton

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with a passing nod to its nautical surroundings in the chic decor, this modern purpose built hotel offers smart, well appointed accommodation and is ideally placed for accessing West Quay Outlet Shopping Centre

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modern hotel located 4 miles north of central Southampton and the Docks in a wooded setting just off the A27 with easy access to the M3

Beaulieu Hotel

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a former coaching inn, set amidst open heathland, providing a cosy and relaxing retreat - dining is to be had at the sister inn next door

room2

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overlooking the the harbour, these cool concept hotel suites have fully equipped kitchens, large king beds, and mezzanine floors

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modern hotel, set overlooking East Park and a few minutes walk from Southampton's Cultural Quarter, with contemporary style rooms

Harper's

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stylish pub and dining room with decor that fully embraces the areas seafaring traditions - stay in smart rooms well-equipped for a comfy stay

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a modern hotel offering relaxing leisure facilities, including beauty treatments, situated close to the M3, M27 and Southampton Airport

Novotel

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ideally placed for Southampton's Central Station, city centre shopping and cruise ship terminals - offers a good range of leisure facilities

Days Inn

Rownhams Service Area - M27 Southbound

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a comfortable, budget hotel, located within Services on the southbound M27 making a good value en-route stopover hotel or exploring base

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Victorian features abound throughout the public areas of this elegant manor, however modern day comforts like a relaxing spa also feature

ibis budget Centre

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offers basic, few frills rooms that feature bright, modern decor and a handy location for the railway station and Westquay's shops

The Maples

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enjoy award-winning breakfasts at this family-welcoming B&B with comfortable rooms, located on Southampton Water, near the New Forest

The Grapes Inn

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one of Southampton's most iconic pubs, with an historic connection to the Titanic, has comfy rooms and a tasty breakfast in the next door café

Landguard House

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flexible accommodation to suit most travellers, a hearty breakfast to start the day and a relaxed atmosphere feature at this guest house

Argyle Lodge

Southampton

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located within a 15-minute walk of the city centre, this comfortable guest house provides a good base to explore the city of further a field

Circle Guest House

Southampton

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provides simple, few frills accommodation, a choice of breakfasts to start the day and has the added benefit of the use of a communal kitchen

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cosy guest rooms located in a listed cottage - some rooms have quirky sloping ceilings - that sits in the garden of a Tudor farmhouse

Abbey Lodge

Southampton

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a traditional guest house situated close to the Mayflower Theatre, galleries, the Cultural District and a 5-minute walk from the station

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