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Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Winchester Cathedral

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Bar (on property)
Exterior detail
Executive Double Room
Reception
Deluxe Double Room

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Paternoster Row, Winchester, England, SO23 9LQ
  • Place, Winchester Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Winchester Christmas Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Hall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Double Bed | Room amenity

Deluxe Suite, 1 Double Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Single Room

Classic Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Winchester

City center retreat .Steps from the hotel, you'll find Winchester Christmas Market and Winchester Cathedral. Great Hall and Winchester College are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Winchester Guildhall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Winchester Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Winchester Christmas Market - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Great Hall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Winchester - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Winchester Station - 13 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The South Downs Social - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Crown & Anchor - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Alfie's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday

4-star hotel near Winchester Cathedral
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 23605 square feet (2193 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Winchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 94 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 23605 sq ft of conference space
  • 2193 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1964
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday offers 94 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (GBP 15 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 17.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 15.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Mercure Winchester
Hotel Wessex Winchester
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Wessex Mercure
Wessex Mercure Hotel Winchester
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Mercure Wessex Winchester
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Winchester Wessex By Sunday
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Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday former Mercure hotel

Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 315 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 334 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 194 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 108 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1002 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not too much to comment on a single overnight stay, did not require breakfast. Knocked 1 star off service not because there was anything wrong but just seems odd to say it was excellent when my only interaction consisted if being issued with a key. Staff were polite and friendly for this short interaction
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view, nice staff. Great central location. Room was a bit tired, but spotlessly clean It was, sadly, very cold. Even with the heater on full blast it was chilly. I would certainly stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very comfortable room and bed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pleasant staff, warm room, hot water in the bathroom (and a bath!)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Joanne

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All was basically fine. There are a few things you need to be aware of: the WC handle in our room was loose and functioned poorly; the shower screen seal on the fixed pane seems non existent, flooding the floor when the shower is used, the WC was not really clean, superficially so but filthy on the left hand side, not readily seen when looking directly down at it. The room was clean and warm, the bed fantastic, very comfortable and spacious. We would have preferred to not have to go to reception for additional tea bags, only one each! Also, maybe I’m old fashioned, but not having the bed made when staying at a hotel does seem odd??
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Colin

Hotel bar closed at 22:30 - on NEW YEAR’S EVE! No heating on in room on arrival despite it being near zero temperatures. No extra blanket in room - had to scrounge one from reception. Woken up by fireworks at 4:20 in the morning (okay that probably not the hotel’s fault).
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Taite

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes and yes. Very comfortable room, handy for the cathedral, where I was singing, clean; television fairly manageable and shower hot and easy to control.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn't have breakfast this time
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Franck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Big room with view on the Cathedral right at the heart of Winchester. Friendly staff at reception and at the bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Best location with spectacular view of cathedral. Room is spacious and well equipped
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Eva

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, great views of the cathedral, comfy bed, excellent blackout curtains for a good night sleep. But noisy plumbing kept waking us up - it needs some updating. Good place to stay for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfy bed , amazing view
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Ian

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Definite case of needing a refurbishment, bed was very comfortable and clean, furniture needs renewal, bath/shower was clean but toilet not been cleaned in a long while, dirt very evident behind sink and pedestal, not what we expected to be evident after paying quite a lot. Hopefully by the time we revisit in 12 months, they will have carried out some refurbishment and deep cleaning
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khalid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica Rose Mapua

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sobia

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

One member of staff in the restaurant . Male
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room, lovely touch from the staff with handwritten note and chocolates. Didn't use the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025