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Lainston House Hotel

Property class: 4
The lobby fireplace provides a cozy spot to warm up after exploring the countryside, while the lush garden grounds offer a peaceful retreat for unwinding

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Lainston House Hotel, nestled in the countryside, offers a charming escape with a garden terrace and lobby fireplace. The Avenue Restaurant serves British cuisine. Guests enjoy amenities like tennis courts and express check-in service.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Business services

Room options

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Room

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room dining

Room

  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster bed with a floral bedspread, wooden paneling on the walls, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

Heritage Junior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Four Poster Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a chandelier.

Heritage Family Junior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a green cylindrical pillow, and a decorative lamp.

Chudleigh Suite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Cosy Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a round wooden table, and two armchairs.

Luxe

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table with a vase, and artwork on the walls.

Delft

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a dark green sofa, a wooden cabinet, and framed pictures on the wall.

Garden Suite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Luxe with a view

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a radiator, a window with curtains, and a tray with breakfast items.

Comfy Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Winchester, Lainston House Hotel is near the airport and near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at New Forest National Park and South Downs National Park, while Horsepower The Museum Of The King's Royal Hussars and Great Hall are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Silverlake Stadium or Civic Centre. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with mountain biking. Visit our Winchester travel guide
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Woodman Lane, Sparsholt, Winchester, England, SO21 2LT

What's nearby

  • A historic cathedral with tall spires and large stained glass windows.
    Winchester Cathedral
    10 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • A meerkat standing in front of a rock.
    Marwell Zoo
    18 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • Farley Mount Country Park
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sparsholt College
    2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Winchester Christmas Market
    10 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

  • Winchester Shawford Station
    8 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Josie's
    8 min drive
  • The Albion
    6 min drive
  • The Old Gaolhouse (Wetherspoon)
    7 min drive
  • The Arc Winchester
    8 min drive
  • The Running Horse
    4 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge); wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Afternoon tea

Restaurants on site

  • The Avenue Restaurant
  • The Cedar Bar
  • The Wellhouse

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,550 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1683
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Entertainment

  • 15-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • MP3 dock
  • Pay movies
  • Tablet computer

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between January 21 and February 28.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 40 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 40 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • An in-room safe is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50.0 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note the property’s onsite restaurant is adults-only during evening hours. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the restaurant after 7 PM.
Property Registration Number Yes

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Lainston House Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 40 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lainston House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lainston House Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Lainston House Hotel located?

Situated near the airport, this boutique hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Farley Mount Country Park and Sparsholt College. River Test and University of Winchester are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Lainston House Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 223 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 223 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 223 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 223 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 223 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Gareth

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Stately home from home

Very nice stay in a stately home. Staff are extremely friendly and helpful, and the food is high quality
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Excellent food and service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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Great tasting menu

Great food and service overall. Tasting menu was brilliant. Room was a little tired looking. Also could have had a mini bar. Overall would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

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Absolutely fabulous stay at Lainston. Superb room, restaurant and staff. Lovely grounds. Simply brilliant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

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Beautiful hotel and gardens excellent service. Nice comfortable room Food was superb
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

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Fabulous

Superb staff, fantastic hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Stunning Hotel

Beautiful hotel, gorgeous room with fabulous views, immaculately clean, delicious breakfast, helpful staff. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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The standard of our room was very good , temperature just right and bed very comfortable. Bathroom was luxurious with underfloor heating and aquavision. View from the room was magnificent over the parkland and gardens.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
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6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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Disliked: Staff & service
It is a lovely hotel but the service was terrible! We had to ask for drinks at the bar and struggled to get a waiter’s attention. We
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Sue

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

Nice hotel

Impressive house, lovely room but a little let down by the need to climb up and down stairs when clearly i was not going to be able to easily as I had crutches
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Lillian

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Wonderful Getaway!

Beautiful hotel just moments from Winchester. Amazing accommodations, stay and food!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Had an amazing stay here. The whole hotel is beautiful and as you walk into reception to be greeted by a roaring fire with wellies all around it, you know you are going to enjoy your stay. Everywhere was immaculate, the rooms were very well equipped. We had afternoon tea, which was lovely, and plenty of good quality cocktails. Breakfast was excellent too. Lovely, lovely staff. Can't fault it, amazing hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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C’est un endroit merveilleux et magique. Une fois arrivés, il y a un très grand parc arboré et l’hôtel est magnifique. J’ai vraiment vraiment adoré. C’est un endroit où le temps est suspendu. L’hôtel nous a réservé de jolies attentions pour nos deux chiens dans la chambre ( 2couchages, 2 bouteilles d’eau, friandises pour chien ). Le lit est super confortable et dans la salle de bain ( douche+baignoire) la douche pluie est vraiment super. Nous avons dîné et pris le petit déjeuner. La cuisine est sophistiquée et délicieuse. Les produits bio viennent du potager enchanteur de l’hôtel et il y a une fauconnerie. C’est vraiment un coup de cœur et je le recommande vivement.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
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8/10 Good

Kim

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Communication lacking

The hotel, the grounds, the people were great. What they need to work on is communication. We had booked months prior the Falconry Experience and it was confirmed. The day before (around 4pm) we were to participate we went to the front desk to see where we were to go the next day. They said come to the front desk 15 minutes before our event. We did. They told us to go to Falconry area so we walked there. We were taking pictures waiting for our falcon and guide to show up. They never came. About 10 minutes later the front desk person came and told us the event was canceled and that it had been canceled since the day before. He told us that they could not reach us the day before. We were staying at the hotel so there was no reason they could not have contacted us especially when we asked about it the day it was canceled. Also they tried to charge us for it when we checked out, but then changed her tune when we said you canceled it. If we had known the day it was canceled we could have made arrangements to go to Stonehenge. It was too late so we lost a day. Communication is needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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Comfy beds, great nights sleep

Only small moan is the time it takes to get the cooked breakfast once ordered.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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A Fantastic Destination just on its own

Lainston House is amazing! We have stayed here twice and will come back again. Everything is impeccable. The food is truly for gourmands. The little ruin of a chapel, history and grounds are well worth exploring. Our only regret was that the falconer was on vacation. Gives us an excuse to come back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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We attended a wedding in the nearby church. For those with large cars, the roads are tiny. Leave the Bentley at home and use the nanny’s car.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Bimal Roy

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Delightful hotel with friending and attentive staf

Delightful hotel with friending and attentive staff. Highly recommended for a special break
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Thanks for the hospitality and the wonderful staff at The Lainston House. The reception team were superb, especially Kamile and the Portuguese chap. I actually wish I could have booked and stayed for longer. See you back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Incredible hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Jan

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Absolutely gorgeous setting.

The hotel is set in the most wonderful setting and I would love to come back and explore more. There is a cookery school and falconery too. I would have rated service and comfort higher but, for me, the bed was a bit worn on one side and not supportive or comfortable. The pillows and bedding were lovely but the zip in the middle of the duvet was annoying. Shower and jacuzzi bath lovely. Small slip up at breakfast when the coffee ordered turned into tea but otherwise very nice and service with a smile. Excellent welcome and check out with staff genuinely concerned for your enjoyment.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Cadre magnifique, petit déjeuner excellent, personnel attentionné. Nous avons bénéficié en prime d’un surclassement magnifique avec une suite à la place d’une chambre la plus simple ! Bref tout était excellent !!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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Lovely hotel with great staff. We were given a complimentary upgrade which was greatly appreciated but unfortunately because we were on the top floor - the heat was very uncomfortable. It would be great to install a form of cooling system.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Taking the bikes for a ride around the grounds and the surrounding forest was quite lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Das Hotel ist eine top Adresse auch für einen kurzen Stopp. Die Fahrt durchs Tor zum Hotel ist schon ein Knaller. Es ist in sehr gutem Zustand und bietet alle Annehmlichkeiten. Das Personal ist zugewandt und aufmerksam. Das Bad ist sensationell (Fernseher eingebaut), die Dusche Weltklasse. Wir haben die Dinner Option genommen, trotz des Preises ein Must have! Das Frühstück, so wie man es erträumt! Top-Scoring für dieses Ziel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019