Thompsons Lane, Colden Common, Winchester, SO21 1JY, United Kingdom
#13 of 15 hotels in Winchester
Guests' ChoiceBased on 3545 hotel reviews
7.1Cleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.6
Location
8.6
Facilities
7.2
Staff
8.6
Value for money
7.3
Free Wifi
7.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: June 16, 2024
Rachel
United KingdomThe environment was 'tired'; noise from other guests moving around the landing areas/stairs/rooms was audible from our bedroom. The 2 single beds pushed together to make a superking were of different heights which made it a little uncomfortable if 'stretching out' (but demarkated boundaries well!). The hotel was comfortable however definitely the price fat exceeded the comfort offered - we paid 4 or 5* price for a 3* room/hotel. We did not sample breakfast owing to the cost already paid however did find some excellent places in Winchester at lower price for a fabulous breakfast. *very disappointed that had we booked on the day, we would have paid £80 less than we did.
The staff were very friendly and check in and check out was smooth
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 13, 2024
Fiona
United KingdomHusband found the bed too soft which gave him a backache but it was ok for me
Bar food was tasty
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 12, 2024
Lucy
United Kingdomshower did not have a lot of pressure
only in the bedroom - nice tea and coffee
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 11, 2024
Lee
United KingdomBed was very uncomfortable and holes in the bed covers
Good size room and breakfast was ok
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 11, 2024
Jeanne
United KingdomRoom door very stiff as was shower tap.
Good breakfast. Very comfortable bed.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 11, 2024
Jai
United KingdomIt's a little tired and could do with a good clean. The breakfast wasn't great but wasn't bad either, just a bit cold.
The hotel is jungle/zoo themed and would have been great to stay with my young family.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: June 11, 2024
Stephanie
United KingdomLocation perfect for a visit to Marwell zoo. Child friendly accomodation. Great food, bar and restaurant menu gave plenty of choice. Plenty of beakfast choice. Staff excellent. Pool water nice warm temperature. Beds comfortable. Shower had good water pressure.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 9, 2024
Tracey
United KingdomEverything seems a bit worn. The beds were so soft they were uncomfortable and you could feel springs. Furniture and bathrooms need a lot of TLC. The grounds around the rooms looked like they hadn’t had a gardener in years. The breakfast was edible but not great quality. The cost for one night at £176 we felt was too expensive for the room and breakfast.
Good location, great that they’re dog friendly, very friendly staff.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 9, 2024
Charlotte
United KingdomThere was some staining to our bed mattress, but it did have clean bedding. A little dated but really was suitable for its purpose
The accommodation was next to the zoo! We used it for the first night off our weekend away.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 9, 2024
Leah
United KingdomThe rooms are a little dated
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 7, 2024
Karen
United KingdomA little upgrading would be good
Clean and comfortable and very good value for the price
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 7, 2024
Suzanne
United KingdomStaff were extremely good. Polite and professional.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: June 6, 2024
David
United KingdomRoom 210 Security latch on sliding door broken on arrival, not fixed during our stay. Flickering lights in the bathroom. Cups never cleaned or replaced. Long walk to room carrying our luggage. Location of TV an accident hazard.
Food and service on the whole very good, friendly staff. Pleasant room, comfortable bed. Easy parking.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 4, 2024
Carl
United KingdomLocation, price , room,
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: June 2, 2024
Martin
United KingdomOn both afternoons of our stay the reception was left unmanned with a sign saying back soon. I could find no members of staff in entire hotel so could not access swimming pool .
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: June 1, 2024
Amy
United KingdomWorn and tatty and needs some paint
Gorgeous location, friendly staff, could do with a touch up and repair
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 31, 2024
Glenn
United KingdomRun down state of room Small bar no T.V Not great shower
Close proximity to Marwell Zoo Swimming pool Staff excellent
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 30, 2024
Carolyn
United KingdomThe hotel is dated, which is fine and what I was expecting. However, the maintenance wasn't great. Lights flickering in the hallway, one of the taps in our sink wouldn't open/drain. Bed was lumpy. No thermostat in the room. Chairs/carpet in the restaurant need replacing. Nothing that ruined our trip though.
The staff were exceptional and the location was perfect for our trip to the zoo. My son loved the pool (note the Jacuzzi is permanently closed/boarded up). Room was very large and comfy and quiet. Staff make the hotel. For the price it was good.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 29, 2024
Lisa
United KingdomA few minor issues with our room but didn’t affect our stay. Just either not fixed or mentioned by previous guest Broken light hanging off the wall 1 double socket didn’t work
The location is wonderful and directly next to the zoo. The food on the bar menu was lovely the other menu quite fancy.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 29, 2024
Tracy
United KingdomNothing
The hotel is set out to appear to be in a rainforest. It was nice to look out in to the gardens from all rooms.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 29, 2024
Rebecca
United KingdomThere was no vegan milk at breakfast and the room could do with some updates. Would prefer a smart TV so we could watch netflix. Close to nature = spider in the room.
Relaxing atmosphere and nice staff
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 27, 2024
Annette
United KingdomThe bed was a bit uncomfortable the foot of the bed seemed higher than the head. The room was a bit dated and a funny smell in hotel. Shower was very slow.
Location was good. Breakfast was really good. Loved the concept of the hotel..
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 27, 2024
Mary
LuxembourgNeeded refurbishing but I didn’t mind
Out of another time and another world
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 26, 2024
Jackie
United KingdomThe bedroom decor was shabby and the furniture had an inconvenient layout. The vent option on the sliding door didn’t work but there were no staff on duty at night to fix it. For the price we would have expected a better standard of accommodation.
The beds were really comfortable. The staff were welcoming. The buffet breakfast was tasty.
Stayed in May 2024
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