Wykeham Arms

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Scored 9
Rated wonderful

Excellent location!

9.8

This unique 18th-century inn is located between Winchester Cathedral and the college, tucked away in the quietest corner of the city. The city-center is a 5-minute walk away. Retaining many original features, the Wykeham Arms is known for its charm, excellent food, fine wines, log fires and local ales. Wykeham Arms has a range of individually-designed, luxury bedrooms with private bathrooms. All have period features and elegant decor. Free Wi-Fi is provided. The traditional restaurant and cozy bar are decorated with memorabilia and have a warm ambiance. It is an ideal location from which to explore Winchester.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free parking available at the hotel

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Lisa
United States United States
“Great place to stay close to the cathedral with parking. For American’s it is a very narrow street with tight parking but people were happy to help us get out. The room was spacious and quiet. Good breakfast.”
Janet
United States United States
“The location was wonderful - close to the sites I wanted to see this time. Very close to the Cathedral. The food in the inn was SO good, and the pub decor and atmosphere was a feast for the eyes! The staff were very polite and helped me ship a...”
Roberta
United States United States
“This hotel was truly delightful. It was well situated for walking to most everything I wanted to see especially the cathedral and the high street shops. The restaurant was cozy and truly delicious! Definitely order the Wyke PIe - fantastic! ...”
Glynis
South Africa South Africa
“The property is clean and spacious. Excellent shower, comfortable bed and tastefully furnished.”
Dale
United States United States
“Great location, close to Jane Austen's house, the cathedral, the Great Hall and the Bishop's castle. Amazing accommodation with friendly, attentive staff. Delicious breakfast. Would definitely book again on a return visit.”
Lisa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely sized room with a bath and shower with tea and coffee. A very nice touch was a fridge that had a bottle of milk, spring water and a complementary bottle of beer. We booked in for breakfast which was very nice and would recommend. The staff...”
Edward
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“My partner and I had a fantastic time at the Wykeham Arms. The staff were great and the facilities and decor were a delite. A great selection of drinks and delicious food. Everything is also very reasonably priced for the location in the city . We...”
Lance
United States United States
“My spouse wanted local character and charm, and not a big-boxy chain. This certainly fits that description in a delightful way. The rooms are located above an historic 18th-century pub and restaurant. Our room had all the modern amenities,...”
Edward
United States United States
“I stayed in a very small room across the street. It has charm. The pub/restaurant was very nice. Cozy with fires. It was quite lively with many locals stopping in at the pub. Food was very good. I had both dinner and breakfast. Dinner was...”
Jennjg3
United States United States
“The location was amazing, the breakfast was perfect, the staff were friendly, the room was very quaint and we had a view of the gate into the city. parking was very tight and limited, but the hotel assists with that.”

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 queen bed
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2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 twin bed
1 full bed
Bedroom
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Dining Room
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Wykeham Arms takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that some rooms are located in the main building and others are in an annex opposite the Wykeham Arms. Both buildings offer rooms upstairs, some of which are steep and narrow and may not be suitable for guests with reduced mobility.

Dogs are allowed only in Luxury Double Room.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.