Hotels Near Southampton Cruise Terminal
Southampton is a great place to start any cruise holiday, with plenty of amenities and a range of hotels to suit all budgets.
In this blog post I have selected the very best hotels in Southampton, broken down by price. While doing so, I only chose hotels that were within a 15 minute taxi ride from the cruise terminal - with so many to choose from, you really don’t need to stay further away.
One main point of advice is to ensure that you book your hotel room early, as Southampton is a busy city and this will ensure that you get the best price possible.
Budget hotels (less than £80 a night)
Here’s my pick of Southampton’s cheapest hotels, ideal for those who want to save money.
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Just a 10 minute drive away from the cruise terminal, this well priced hotel has an onsite restaurant where children eat for free. The rooms are modern with air conditioning, free wifi and flat screen TVs with on demand movies, making this an excellent budget hotel.
Prices start at £68 for a Standard Room when booked in advance and midweek.
You can compare prices and book here.
Located in the heart of the city and just a short drive away from the cruise terminal, this hotel has modern rooms in their ‘Next Evolution’ style and an onsite restaurant. They also offer enhanced Premier Plus rooms which come with a coffee machine, mini fridge and wireless bedside chargers.
Prices start at £51 for a Standard Room, booked in advance and midweek.
You can compare prices and book here.
A comfortable, cost effective choice, this hotel is located 1 mile away from the cruise port and is ideal for anyone on a budget. The rooms have recently been refurbished, and breakfast is offered as a ‘to go’ service.
Prices start at £32 for a Standard Room on a Sunday and booked in advance.
Another basic yet comfortable choice, this hotel offers bright rooms and a sit down continental breakfast.
Prices start at £42 for a midweek stay in a Standard Room, booked in advance.
Mid-range hotels
These hotels cost slightly more than those in the budget range, but are still affordable and have additional amenities.
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A fun hotel with a modern aesthetic and lots of quirky features, the Moxy is located just a short drive from the cruise port, and right in the city centre. The hotel itself has smart TVs in every room, USB charging points and a cool bar/coffee shop selling snacks and drinks. There’s a workspace if that’s something you need, and every guest is offered a free drink from the bar at check in!
Prices start at £62 for a Queen Sleeper Room, booked in advance for a Sunday.
You can compare prices and book a stay here.
You’ll find this branch of Novotel just a short walk away from Southampton Central train station. Facilities include a gym and restaurant, where all guests under the age of 16 eat breakfast for free. There’s a large lobby area with free WiFi, although the bedrooms are not equipped with air conditioning, which is something worth considering during the summer months.
Prices start from £65 for a Double Room when booked in advance for a Sunday.
You can book a room for yourself here.
The only hotel on this list that has kitchenettes in all of their rooms, Room2 describes itself as a ‘Hometel’. Perfect for families, the rooms are bright and modern with large bathrooms. Their downstairs living room is a cosy cafe/bar open to hotel guests and locals alike. It’s a great place to work and sells a variety of snacks and cooking essentials.
The hotel is also located close to the harbour, making it a very convenient place to stay before a cruise.
Prices start at £85 for a stay in the Study, booked in advance on a Sunday.
You can find out more and book a stay here.
Luxury hotels
Here is my pick of Southampton’s finest hotels, guaranteed to start your holiday right.
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Harbour Hotel (Southampton’s only 5 star hotel!)
Located right next to the port, the Harbour Hotel is both gorgeous and conveniently located. It’s considered to be the brand’s flagship hotel, and contains a luxurious spa, rooftop bar and mouthwatering restaurant. The rooms themselves are beautifully decorated with a nautical theme, and many have balconies that look over the marina.
There’s lots to do nearby too - with a variety of restaurants right on the doorstep should you decide not to eat at the hotel.
Prices start at £182 for a Double Room booked in advance.
You can find out more and book a stay at this 5 star hotel here.
Based in one of Southampton’s most iconic waterfront buildings, the Leonardo Royal Hotel is perfectly located for a cruise holiday. Its amenities include a spa and swimming pool, royal bar and Marco Pierre White Steakhouse.
Prices range from £77 for a standard Double Room, booked in advance for a Sunday.
You can compare prices and book a stay here.
Finally, this boutique hotel is ideal for anyone looking for a unique place to stay. The Pig in the Wall is located in the city’s medieval walls and close to the port, with beautiful rooms, a delicious deli style restaurant and warm, cosy interiors. It has a homey feel guaranteed to start your holiday off right.
Prices start at £240 for a standard King Room.
You can compare prices and book a stay here.
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