Old Town Travel Guide

Southampton

A coastal cityscape with a large cruise ship docked at the port, historic buildings, and a clear view of the water.
A garden pathway with a fountain, stone wall, and various plants.
A cobblestone street with a stone wall on one side and a row of brick buildings with a pub sign.
A stone-arched entrance with a wooden door, surrounded by a chain-link fence.
A signboard for the Medieval Merchant's House, detailing its 14th-century architecture and opening times.

Stay near popular Old Town attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Old Town

The Star Hotel

The Star Hotel

3 out of 5
26 High Street Southampton England
The price is £52 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£52
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"For the price I found it was good."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

The Star Hotel
QE2 Loft Apartments

QE2 Loft Apartments

3 out of 5
High St Southampton England
The price is £154 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
£154
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Southampton Cruise Terminal and Tudor ...
5/10 (12 reviews)
"Extremely disappointing stay. We booked Room 4, specifically advertised as a Deluxe Apartment, but the check-in was a complete disaster. We arrived around 8pm and the entrance instructions were inadequate. The access code didn't work and nobody from the property answered our messages or any of the ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

QE2 Loft Apartments
Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place Southampton England
The price is £70 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£70
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

4 out of 5
West Quay Road Southampton England
The price is £80 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£80
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,762 reviews)
"Very kind to let us checkin early. Excellent location and room clean. Did not care for the airfreshener smell used in common areas though. Breakfast was really good and lots of variety."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
Moxy Southampton

Moxy Southampton

3 out of 5
Harbour Parade Southampton England
The price is £67 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£67
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Moxy Southampton
Village Hotel Southampton Eastleigh

Village Hotel Southampton Eastleigh

4 out of 5
Bournemouth Road Eastleigh England
The price is £74 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£74
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Eastleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Village Hotel Southampton Eastleigh
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Where to stay in Old Town

Find the best Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Southampton City Centre

The lively bars and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Southampton City Centre. A stop by Southampton Maritime Museum or Ocean Village Marina might round out your trip.

Maritime Quarter

If you're spending some time in Maritime Quarter, Ocean Village Marina and Solent Sky Museum are top sights worth seeing.

The Polygon

While there might not be top attractions in The Polygon, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Southampton Cruise Terminal and Mayflower Theatre.

Portswood

Portswood is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by The Common, a top place to visit in the area.

Ocean Village

You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Ocean Village. You might want to make time for a stop at Ocean Village Marina or Harbour Lights Picturehouse.



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