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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
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 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
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 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
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
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
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
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
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
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), a front-desk safe, and wedding services
  • A banquet hall, smoke-free premises, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Luggage storage, a TV in the lobby, and meeting rooms
  • 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. 203 out of 570 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 570 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 570 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 570 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 570 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Timothy

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

Alton House Hotel:

Staff professional, welcoming, efficient, calm and knowledgeable. Good food. Well-served. Kindly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Apart from the hottest night which made it difficult to sleep we could not fault anything made welcome including the dog. Dinner was good breakfast good thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No charge for parking was a plus. Would've benefited from having bottles of water to make tea in the room. Cups were a decent size. Staff were amenable. Beds were comfortable. Appreciate that extra pillows were available in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Perfect location for our visit, able to walk to the town easily. Good parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy walk to town.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was well positioned for the places we wanted to visit and was good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a nice stay pity it was only 1night, had a meal and drinks in the evening our waitress was Amy-Louise she was especially good she was running the bar, serving tables and taking orders she was amazing very busy We definitely will be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed staying at Alton House again, staff are helpful & understanding, and it is an ideal location for visiting family and easy rail travel into London
Stayed 15 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We have stayed here before and it is convenient for the area. Sadly they lack the amenities- no microwave, fridge, or safe. All the beds are twins and not overly comfortable. They were cleaning the gutters while we were there and the machine was loud and started early in morning making it impossible to sleep. The staff was wonderful and the rooms were clean. They also held our bags for two days while we were somewhere else until we came back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rafal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Mattress was too soft/old. Gave me back pain.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr Raleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was amazed by the service of a gentleman called Dave. I drove from London to attend a wedding and was going to spent 2 nights at this hotel. I got delayed by roadworks on A406 and M3. I called to ask whether my son could access my room. He had driven in 3 hours earlier with my sister. Dave kindly obliged and I really appreciated that. In addition he was very gracious and kind whe we finally arrived after midnight. The hotel was more than satisfactory for what we required. Parking was adequate. There was a good English breakfast in the morning and I was delighted to discover a rail station a short walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel Room was large warm and comfortable Staff helpful and friendly Would definitely come again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lizzie

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

Lovely stay.

Lovely overnight stay with my sisters! Staff were great, very comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice kind of quaint older style hotel with a large guest relaxing lounge on the first floor BUT lots of steps up and down depending on your room location. Older potential guests should discuss this with the hotel before booking. Initially booked in a room with a couple of foul-mouthed noisy lads next door and door open. Made an early decision to ask for relocation which was arranged and ended up with a quiet room as we had lots of ground to cover the next day. Breakfast was good and all staff friendly and helpful. Parking more than adequate. Ended up an excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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