In the heart of Winchester, Hotel du Vin & Bistro Winchester offers a serene escape with a lush garden and charming bar. Guests praise the helpful staff as they savor breakfast at Bistro du Vin or unwind in their room with free WiFi.
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 47 min drive
Farnborough (FAB) - 54 min drive
Winchester Shawford Station - 6 min drive
Winchester Station - 9 min walk
Southampton Swaythling Station - 13 min drive
Restaurants
The Old Gaolhouse - 3 min walk
Pret a Manger - 5 min walk
O'Neill's - 1 min walk
Bangkok Bistro - 4 min walk
Zizzi - 2 min walk
About this property
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Winchester
At Hotel du Vin & Bistro Winchester, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Winchester Cathedral and South Downs National Park. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Bistro du Vin, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a bar/lounge and a garden. The helpful staff and overall property condition get good marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
24 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
On-site parking only available on request
On-site self-parking (GBP 15 per night)
On-site parking is limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
24-hour room service
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Working away
Meeting room
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Banquet hall
Georgian architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
Plasma television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Bistro du Vin – This bistro serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 24 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night
Parking
Self-parking costs GBP 15 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Bistro Winchester
Hotel Vin & Bistro Winchester
Hotel Vin Winchester
Vin Bistro Winchester
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Hotel du Vin Bistro Winchester
Du Vin & Bistro Winchester
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel du Vin & Bistro Winchester offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel du Vin & Bistro Winchester does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel du Vin & Bistro Winchester?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel du Vin & Bistro Winchester?
Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 15 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel du Vin & Bistro Winchester?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel du Vin & Bistro Winchester?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grosvenor Casino (18-min drive) and Genting Casino (19-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel du Vin & Bistro Winchester and nearby?
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Winchester has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel du Vin & Bistro Winchester?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Bistro du Vin.
What's the area around Hotel du Vin & Bistro Winchester like?
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Winchester is in the heart of Winchester, a short 9-minute walk from Winchester Station and 4 minutes' walk from Winchester Cathedral.
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Hotel du Vin & Bistro Winchester Reviews
Reviews
9.0
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, good, wonderful, and fabulous by multiple guests. (20 reviews)
Parking was easy, secure, and conveniently located with ample space for guests. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
8 July 2025
Very friendly, efficient staff great service
Clean wonderful breakfast
Kate
Kate, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 June 2025
Visiting
Lovely room and great food.
Lois
Lois, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Apr 2025
Great place to stay in Winchester
Great place to stay in Winchester. Well located and you can walk to most places of interest from the hotel. Nice patio for having drinks and food outside. Liked that it was dog friendly.
Judy
Judy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Apr 2025
Lovely location and fine property. Breakfast was lovely too.
Julian
Julian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Feb 2025
Wonderful boutique hotel
Caroline
Caroline, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Apr 2025
High quality service and facilities. Great garden rooms with outdoor seating in lovely garden and sheltered attractive courtyard to enjoy lunch and pre dinner drinks
mike
mike, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Jan 2025
An amazing hotel
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Apr 2025
Great nights sleep
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
8 July 2025
The noise
The room was adequate but the noise from the street traffic was too much and constant even when we finally managed to get the secondary glazing to stay closed. New secondary glazing that is sound proof is required.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Feb 2025
Excellent stay
Great stay, lovely room. Delicious breakfast and dinner. Easy parking. Would definitely stay again if visiting Winchester.
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Dec 2024
the best staff of any hotel I have stayed at.
peter
peter, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 May 2024
Fantastic stay would recommend highly
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 June 2024
it is a nice place to stay
Minyu
Minyu, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 Dec 2024
Lovely hotel. Nice staff and a special mention to Olivia in the restaurant who was amazing.
Would defo recommend
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 June 2024
Great Restaurant
great location and amazing staff at the hotel restaurant
Dante
Dante, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 July 2024
Great location
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 Oct 2024
Nice characterful hotel with attentive staff. Very convenient situation.
Judith
Judith, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Nov 2023
Lovely Hotel in the heart of Winchester
Kendall
Kendall, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Sept 2024
A perfect wedding venue with helpful friendly staff.
Hannah
Hannah, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Mar 2024
Good place to stay within close walking distance of the historic center of Winchester. Good dining available.
Alejandro
Alejandro, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 July 2024
We would stay again.
The staff were very helpful and friendly. Bed was very comfortable and the bar had a good value happy hour. We would stay again.
Marcus
Marcus, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jan 2023
Great staff, great location
Bruce
10/10 Exceptional
25 Apr 2023
Excellent stay, as always.
Kathryn
Kathryn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Mar 2024
A lovely hotel with a great Bistro. Food in the evening was superb and the breakfast was good too. Nice spot from which to explore Winchester.