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Alton House Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Jane Austen's House Museum

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Feature room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Travelers find a peaceful getaway at Alton House Hotel, near Jane Austen's House Museum. The Squires Cafe Bar serves breakfast and brunch daily, and the garden terrace offers a quiet spot to unwind. The welcoming lobby is perfect for enjoying coffee throughout the day.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Single Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
HDTV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Feature room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Feature room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
HDTV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Feature Room

  • Sleeps 4

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Superior Room with Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2

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Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
HDTV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
HDTV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
HDTV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Normandy Street, Alton, England, GU34 1DW

What's nearby

  • Anstey Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Blacknest Golf Club Limited - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Jane Austen's House Museum - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Gilbert White's House and Garden and The Oates - 8 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Alice Holt Forest - 13 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • Alton Station - 3 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ivy House (Wetherspoon) - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ten Tun Tap House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Eight Bells - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Swan Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bakers Arms - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Alton House Hotel

Hotel near Jane Austen's House Museum
Located close to Alice Holt Forest, Alton House Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Squires Cafe Bar, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, a TV in the lobby, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Alton House Hotel feature comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • HDTVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 13.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Squires Cafe Bar

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,572 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (45 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1800
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 13.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Alton House Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Alton House Hotel?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Alton House Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 20 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Alton House Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 20 (subject to availability).

Where is Alton House Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Alton, this hotel is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Jane Austen's House Museum and within 12 mi (20 km) of Alice Holt Forest and Farnham Castle. The Anvil and Winchester Cathedral are also within 25 mi (40 km). Alton Station is only a 3-minute walk.

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Alton House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 568 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 568 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 568 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 568 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 568 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No complaints about our stay at all.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Amenities
Excellent value for money and very friendly, helpful staff. Bathroom and shower a bit tired but all in all would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely clean and very big with a nice airy feel in a tranquil location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is on site.Short walk to the town centre
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Chikaodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean but I was expecting atleast a bottle of water in the room Food was nice Staff was nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very handy for Goodwood Revival. Good value, friendly staff, great breakfast, large room with good facilities. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay again staff always polite and helpful had 2 dogs with us this time plenty of room for them to spread out n their blankets room clean nice to have a small table and chairs great breakfast and good choice thank you Alton house see you again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay in Alton and very convenient for the town centre. Lovely staff, clean and quiet room, very comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and friendly staff, near to the town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, with very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel at such a good price fantastic breakfast and a lovely setting
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catriona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is just around the corner from the train station and a short walk up to the high street for many dining options. We were able to keep our bicycles safely in a room in the property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LEE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for what we wanted for a 1 night stay on the way to Goodwood Festival Of Speed, room a bit dated but clean and tidy, staff were great, all-around decent hotel 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff and good value evening meal
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarwat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice grounds and bar - a bit labyrinthine
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Welcome at the reception was good great customer service explained our room ,breakfast hall, and friendly staff.We had a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Alton House Delight

Lovely hotel in the centre of town. Very convenient with free parking and a short stroll into town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Near train station, bus stops outside, town centre nearby, Staff good, no real ale in bar otherwise catering good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just a one night stay as we were passing through so did not use the hotel facilities but our room was very comfortable and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

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

Great stay

Our stay was very pleasant, staff all friendly. Room good size, good WiFi, bed comfortable, room and bathroom clean. Buffet breakfast was really good. Enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Haydyn

We loved this area’s beauty but we wished the hotel had had the convenience of a lift for our luggage.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Was a very friendly and helpful staff and lovely place to stayed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just a one night stop over after getting off the ferry at 10.00pm. Friendly welcome, lots of parking and a big comfortable room with a bath was just what I needed. Bar was open and again the staff were great. Good choice at breakfast and good, attentive staff. Easy, comfortable and great value stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Staff were friendly, stay was good. Nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

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

Lovely hotel

Can fault my one night stay,nice clean hotel,big double room,free easy parking,would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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