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The Kings Head

Property class: 4

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A traditional brick building with ivy-covered walls and a sign indicating it is the King's Head pub.
A fireplace with a decorative surround, flanked by two wall-mounted sconces, and framed artwork above.
A four-poster bed with a floral wallpaper, a mirror, a fireplace, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A restaurant setting with a table set for dining, a menu, and a decorative vase.
A wooden table with a glass bottle and three glasses, a patterned chair, and a room with floral wallpaper and a mirror.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept

Explore the area

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Main Road, Hursley, Winchester, England, SO21 2JW
  • Place, University of Winchester
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Sparsholt College
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Horsepower The Museum Of The King's Royal Hussars
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a small table with a radio, a fireplace, and a window with a view.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Ensuite

A neatly made bed with two pillows, a blanket, and a teddy bear with a message. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a framed picture on the wall above the bed.

Comfort Double Room, Ensuite

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

View all photos for Family Suite, dog friendly

A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a mirror, and a framed artwork on the wall.

Family Suite, dog friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Trundle Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Ensuite

A coffee maker, a kettle, a mug, sugar cubes, a bottle of milk, a packet of biscotti, and a pair of tongs on a tray.

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite

A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a sink, and a toilet.

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite

A bed with a dark blue bedspread and two dark blue pillows.

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, Ensuite

A neatly made bed with floral pillows, a small plush toy, and two bedside lamps.

Family Suite, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Trundle Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with two beds, each with green headboards and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a patterned wallpaper.

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Winchester

At The Kings Head, you'll be 15.9 km (9.9 mi) from New Forest National Park and 18.8 km (11.7 mi) from Southampton Cruise Terminal. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly inn offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Other amenities include a garden and luggage storage. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Winchester inn include Winchester Cathedral and South Downs National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Farley Mount Country Park - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • University of Winchester - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Sparsholt College - 9 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Horsepower The Museum Of The King's Royal Hussars - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Winchester Cathedral - 12 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Winchester Shawford Station - 6 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bay Leaves Larder - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Bugle Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪King Rufus - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Old Forge - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Kings Head

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Kings Head. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Winchester inn.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Kings Head offers 8 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Winchester inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 20 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

MastercardVisa

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 20 for adults and from GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per stay
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Kings Head Hotel Inn Winchester

Kings Head Winchester

Kings Head Inn Winchester

The Kings Head Inn

The Kings Head Winchester

The Kings Head Inn Winchester

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Kings Head?

The Kings Head offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kings Head?

As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kings Head on 24 Sept 2026 start from AU$183, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Kings Head?

Yep, The Kings Head has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Kings Head?

The closest beach to The Kings Head is Weston Hard Woolston Beach (15.7 km).

Does The Kings Head serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is available weekdays from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Kings Head?

No, The Kings Head does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Kings Head?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Kings Head?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Kings Head Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 198 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

RAINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming hotel in a sweet village - comfortable bed and delicious food.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great boutique hotel ina lovely village.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place, relaxing atmosphere, great staff, lovely breakfast, plenty of parking, daily papers in the bar and at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet room, friendly staff and excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We picked this place at random online, coming in from a 10 day cruise to Southampton. Booking online sight unseen is always a gamble, but this time we hit the jackpot. Totally charming English countryside inn, fantastic food, stunning rooms, very comfy pub, and amazing staff. I'd be remiss if I didn't single out Kate and Tahir, who went above and beyond to make sure our stay was perfect. I can't recommend this place highly enough!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lot of design flair has been put into The Kings Head interiors. Very comfortable. The choice of breakfast was excellent as was the evening meal we enjoyed there. The staff were very helpful as was their manager Tahir. The Kings Head is on the bus route into Winchester with a bus stop right outside. Very convenient for visiting the city. We were very impressed and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Kings Head. Just couldn't fault it. The room was very well presented and had everything you could want. Our dinner and breakfast were outstanding and the staff, exemplary. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fergus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, and just a lovely building, literally one of the nicest places I have ever stayed in UK. Will 100% return.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very welcoming, friendly, helpful, and attentive. Excellent menu choices and good value. The Kings Head is well situated for exploring Hampshire via public transport and/or car and seems to be a bit of a hub for local residents. The room along with the rest of the hotel is decorated to a good level to make our weekend stay comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bryony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room friendly help full attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent staff and food. Room was lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with great food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely building, beautifully and tastefully decorated. The friendly staff are happy to do whatever makes your stay a pleasure. Extensive breakfast cooked to order, Plenty of choice for delicious evening meals, Situated in a quaint village, right by a bus stop, with easy access to Winchester. There are many attractions within a half hour drive. Definitely a pleasure.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and attentive staff. Beautiful room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent allround - the rennovation is both professional and very tasteful and the owner and staff were truly welcoming and fabulous hosts. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Whole experience was excellent staff and management exceptional will be visiting again for longer very happy!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very helpful and friendly. Room was decorated and cleaned to a high standard.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Made to feel very welcome, hotel was warm and cosy, excellent value for money, and very easy access to Winchester. Lovely setting
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at this hotel, perfectly located and ideal for exploring the area.bus stop just across the road. From the moment we arrived, the staff were professional, friendly, and genuinely welcoming, which made a great first impression. Our room felt luxurious, beautifully decorated, and spotlessly clean. Bed was huge and soo comfortable! The bathroom was equally impressive, with high-quality products that added a really thoughtful touch. Breakfast was excellent, with a generous continental buffet as well as a menu offering freshly cooked hot options. The lady serving breakfast was so helpful, warm and friendly - lovely lady. In the evening, we dined in the snug area, where there was plenty of choice and everything we ordered was delicious. Overall, a fantastic stay and somewhere we would happily return to and highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Shane

There was a coffee stain by the machine in my bedroom, which spoke of a certain lack of attention to detail in cleaning the room. Otherwise the room was clean and very comfortable, the shower room, towels and toiletries first rate. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were so welcoming and friendly. Rooms we very clean and comfortable, also well catered for our dog. Hotel looked and felt very festive and.cosy with stylish Christmas decorations. We visited the Christmas markets in town which was only a 10 min drive away. Hotel based in a lovely village away from hustle of town. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

Staff were very professional and courteous and lovely atmosphere in the bar and restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel, pub was absolutely perfect. The staff were excellent especially Tarik excuse me if not spelt correctly. All staff were extremely attentive. Room was so cozy, a little in the warm side but we didn’t see the thermostat as slightly hidden. We ate at the pub on Friday, food, drinks all excellent. Breakfast was fresh and hot. We will definitely be back.
Cozy pub
Beautiful cozy bed
Perfect classical music playing when we arrived
Sounds great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No need to write something i Didn't like , Everything was perfect ,location,room ,cleanliness, service, i will definitely visit the place again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025