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The Old Vine

4.0 star property

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A display of glassware including a decanter, wine glasses, and a crystal decanter.
A round mirror with a gold frame reflecting a staircase with white balusters and dark steps.
An outdoor seating area of The Old Vine with a signboard, potted plants, and a brick building facade.
A traditional brick building with a red door, multiple windows, and outdoor seating area with wicker chairs.
A restaurant interior with tables, chairs, a lamp, and a view of the street outside.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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8 Great Minster Street, Winchester, England, SO23 9HA
  • Place, Winchester Cathedral
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Winchester Christmas Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Double or Twin Room, 2 Double Beds, Ensuite, Courtyard View

A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area with chairs, a small table with a vase, and floral wallpaper.

Family Double or Twin Room, 2 Double Beds, Ensuite, Courtyard View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

A hotel room with a wooden bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite, City View

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a green armchair, a wooden wardrobe, and a desk with a chair.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite, City View

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite, City View

A neatly made bed with floral-patterned pillows, a classic lamp on a wooden nightstand, and a wall with floral wallpaper.

Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for City Apartment, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Annex Building

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a window with curtains.

City Apartment, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Annex Building

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Old Vine

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free inn has a bar/lounge and a front-desk safe. Free cooked-to-order breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided.
The Old Vine offers 6 accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Winchester inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The free breakfast at The Old Vine gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Winchester Cathedral. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a restaurant are available.
  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe and a terrace
  • Guests have great things to say about the breakfast and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Winchester Cathedral and 4 minutes by foot from Winchester Christmas Market
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The Old Vine also features a terrace and a front-desk safe. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Winchester inn is smoke free.

Guests are served free cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.
Onsite venue - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 100 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance 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 December 24 and December 28.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property does not have a front desk. Guests arriving after noon must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in information. The host will greet guests on arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Old Vine Inn Winchester
Old Vine Inn
Old Vine Winchester
The Old Vine Inn
The Old Vine Winchester
The Old Vine Inn Winchester

The Old Vine Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 240 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant stay , would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel across from cathedral. Watch room location to avoid noise from pub
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed two nights at the Old Vine. The location was excellent, walking distance from the Cathedral and shops. The room was spacious, clean and generously equipping with all the amenities you would expect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is very friendly and breakfast is delicious. Lots of great amenities like slippers and drinks in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and food
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had secure parking kindly offered to us and the shops are very close.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great room. Great staff and an amazing breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had an enjoyable stay at the Old Vine. A very quaint traditional inn with a nice restaurant (food very good), bar, and comfortable room. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent restaurant. Very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful, cheerful staff. Lovely room and our planned gathering there for evening meal with friends worked perfectly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room - full of character. Clean and comfortable. Excellent location right next to the cathedral, just right for Christmas fair.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent food And choice of drinks, accommodation first class, staff Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The apartment is fabulous. This was our second visit and probably not our last. Great facilities, superb location and friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a fantastic stay at The Old Vine and can’t recommend it enough. A special thank you to Bradley for such a warm welcome and excellent service throughout our visit — it truly made a difference. The rooms were beautiful, comfortable, and thoughtfully appointed. The restaurant was outstanding: the food was incredibly good. I had the duck leg, and it was an easy 10/10 — absolutely delicious. Parking was convenient, everything was smooth and hassle-free, and the entire experience just felt effortless from start to finish. We had a wonderful time and will definitely stay here again. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, comfortable with excellent food and attentive service. Also very central for all tourist highlights in Winchester - could not have been better!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Amenities
The staff were very helpful and friendly. Everything you need is within walking distance. The meals at the accommodation are excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect in every way!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This beautiful pub is located right on the cathedral green. Our room was enormous with its own sitting area. Breakfast was incredible.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cozy inn, helpful and friendly staff. Couldn’t be better.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient. Helpful with parking. Very helpful staff. good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place and great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole ambience. Location perfect. Breakfasts excellent Staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025