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Reviews of The Grapes Pub

41 oxford street, Southampton, SO14 3DP, United Kingdom

#12 of 38 B&Bs and Inns in Southampton

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 631 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: 13 June 2024

    9.0
    A great place to stay near the heart of Southampton
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Our only negative was that the room wasn't cleaned the day after we checked in so I only had 1 teabag left and dirty mugs for our morning tea on the last day. Not really a biggy though.

    Perfect location for us as was close to the all the birthday celebrations that we were attending. Lovely clean room, overlooking Oxford street, crisp white bed linen, good sized bathroom. The electric shower was a challenge to get at the correct temperature. The staff were amazing. My motorbike was stolen while we were in Southampton, (nothing to do with The Grapes) and they could not have been nicer, more sympathetic and helpful to my wife when she had to return to pack and vacate the room while I dealt with the theft and police. Many many thanks to you for this wonderful customer service.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little noisy at night before the pub closes but this is to be expected.

    Great location, spotlessly clean, staff were very friendly and efficient.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    8.0
    Lovely stay with friendly staff and a great room just found it generally a bit noisy overnight being above high street w
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Windows where single glazed - found room quite noisy over night

    Lovely friendly staff comfy room

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    9.0
    Pleasant and all I needed for one night.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was a musty smell at the start of the stairs. Maybe air freshener would help. My room shower hose seemed to be a little broken but still worked . No food available at all. But lots of eateries next door and across the path

    Loved the quaint decor. Although a very old building it was fine. Not noisy at all . While I had 2 flights of stairs with luggage, staff came to the rescue. Great to have the pub downstairs and let me taking my drink up to my room .

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    9.0
    Would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loud music from local bars until midnight but I did know about this before I booked

    Clean Comfortable Friendly, polite staff

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lukewarm shower and toilet seat needs to be fixed

    Room was clean and spacious. Lots of tea/coffee etc with a take out cup and lud, nice touch

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was a good size and very comfortable. We were glad the room had a couple of fans as it was very warm in Southampton when we stayed. Very close to the cruise terminal so it was perfect for us as we flew from Belfast the day before our cruise. Very handy to restaurants and a few shops. Great value for money, very pleased with our stay.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2024

    8.0
    Clean, Comfortable at a good price.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing really all was as expected. Clean and comfortable. Room was a little noisy, not so much with the bar noise, which staying above a bar was expected, but neighbouring room coming in after midnight and having a shower could cause issues for some.

    Great location on Oxford Road for bars and restaurants. Nice basic room with everything I needed. Water supplied which was a nice touch and plenty of tea and coffee. I was out at a conference, so it was really somewhere to sleep for a good price. Met all expectations.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    8.0
    Perfect pub stay that is priced correctly. Excellent choice for a pre cruise hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was showing some wear and tear with the external wall of the head too showing it’s age. Honestly it was not an issue though.

    The central location was a great benefit to this accommodation. An added bonus is the 10% discount residents get at the pub. The staff are extremely friendly and welcoming. The pub had a good selection of real ale on hand pump as well as a variety of largest and spirits. Food could be ordered from next door and they would deliver it into the pub for you. The can of fresh water, tea, coffee in the room was very welcome after the drive down from Manchester.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2024

    8.0
    Great location and good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Took a while after midnight for people to leave - music pretty much finished at midnight as expected but didn’t get to sleep much before 1am - but very quiet after that

    Great place - great location - extras eg chocolates, water and biscuit

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    9.0
    Brilliant, nice location and handy for the cruise terminal. Staff were really friendly and helpful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Being old (nearly 80), I found the stairs to the room a bit of a struggle, but that's not pubs fault, just that I'm a recycled teenager that wants to go places.

    The room was immaculate with a very good, (better than most places) selection of coffee, tea biscuits etc. The room, bed was comfortable, and the bathroom was very clean. Would recommend.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    8.0
    Very central for what I needed
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    As I’m getting ‘on in years’ 80, the stairs would have been a problem with even my hand luggage, but the nice person that greeted me when I arrived, carried my bag up the many flights of stairs.

    Great place, easy to get to other places

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    A bit of noise at night but that's fair enough in a pub!

    Ideal location for a short stay, close to cafes etc

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really, but single room was very small

    Famous old pub in Southampton. Rooms clean and comfortable. Staff very friendly

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    7.0
    Adequate clean room. Restaurants very close by.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was at top of steep stairs.

    Pleasant staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    7.0
    Nice & helpful staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    8.0
    Quick, efficient, Clean & a nice stay for the 2nights. Thanks
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Fortunately it was a knackering 2days so I was super tired & sleep deep. I can see how if clients are light sleepers the noise levels were very apparent so maybe have double glazing if possible to avoid this.

    Location was perfect however if you are a light sleeper I wouldn't recommend as it is on a main noisy street. Staff were accommodating & housekeeping was lovely. You also have a few eateries surrounding so good location again.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This was as comfortable as you can get. The location was perfect. The staff was exceptional. The manager went far and beyond to help us to get to the cruise port. We recommend this for anyone. Thank you very much.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The stairs are difficult if travelling with a large suitcase/ bag We knew it was above a pub which didn’t concern us but it’s also on a lively stretch of bar streets. Wouldn’t normally be an issue but we had a early check out for an airport run. However the noise did die down quite quickly. Not a complaint of the accommodation but to make others aware. If you want to be close to bars/ food and fun it’s ideal!

    Location great, staff friendly, room clean and tidy

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    8.0
    Excellent accommodating staff, would stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    As it was a I e a pub it was very loud at the weekend which we knew so wasn’t a problem. It is unfortunate that they cannot have double glazing as it would make a big difference.

    The location for Ocean cruise terminal and bars and restaurants were good. Price was excellent and rooms were comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    9.0
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Great staff, comfortable room, good location.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    9.0
    A very comfortable, convenient stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very comfortable, the staff was really friendly and helpful, the location was very central and perfect for my plans and the price wasn’t ridiculous.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were very helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    8.0
    Really good lovely room great value
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didn’t mind the noise but it’s a vibrant busy city centre so this may bother some people

    Comfy bed spacious room. Lots of tea and coffee. And complimentary bottled water.

    Stayed in March 2024

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