Wykeham Arms
About this property
This unique 18th-century inn is located between Winchester Cathedral and the college, tucked away in the quietest corner of the city. The city-center is a 5-minute walk away. Retaining many original features, the Wykeham Arms is known for its charm, excellent food, fine wines, log fires and local ales. Wykeham Arms has a range of individually-designed, luxury bedrooms with private bathrooms. All have period features and elegant decor. Free Wi-Fi is provided. The traditional restaurant and cozy bar are decorated with memorabilia and have a warm ambiance. It is an ideal location from which to explore Winchester.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Glynis
South Africa“The property is clean and spacious. Excellent shower, comfortable bed and tastefully furnished.” - Dale
United States“Great location, close to Jane Austen's house, the cathedral, the Great Hall and the Bishop's castle. Amazing accommodation with friendly, attentive staff. Delicious breakfast. Would definitely book again on a return visit.” - Lisa
United Kingdom“Lovely sized room with a bath and shower with tea and coffee. A very nice touch was a fridge that had a bottle of milk, spring water and a complementary bottle of beer. We booked in for breakfast which was very nice and would recommend. The staff...” - Edward United Kingdom“My partner and I had a fantastic time at the Wykeham Arms. The staff were great and the facilities and decor were a delite. A great selection of drinks and delicious food. Everything is also very reasonably priced for the location in the city . We...”
- Lance United States“My spouse wanted local character and charm, and not a big-boxy chain. This certainly fits that description in a delightful way. The rooms are located above an historic 18th-century pub and restaurant. Our room had all the modern amenities,...”
- Edward United States“I stayed in a very small room across the street. It has charm. The pub/restaurant was very nice. Cozy with fires. It was quite lively with many locals stopping in at the pub. Food was very good. I had both dinner and breakfast. Dinner was...”
- Jennjg3 United States“The location was amazing, the breakfast was perfect, the staff were friendly, the room was very quaint and we had a view of the gate into the city. parking was very tight and limited, but the hotel assists with that.”
- Paul United Kingdom“Bags of character, absolutely fantastic 3 course dinner, lovely Nelson suite., comfy bed. Staff were affable and sorted parking on site as soon as we arrived.”
- Julie United States“Breakfast was superb, as was staff. Welcoming, lively pub. Dinner menu interesting and varied. Just a short walk to many of the tourist attractions. Quiet room. However, be prepared for stairs to the rooms.”
- Kendall United States“Rooms were just as we expected. They were full of charm, were clean and swept us back in time. The breakfast was amazing!”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Dining Room
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that some rooms are located in the main building and others are in an annex opposite the Wykeham Arms. Both buildings offer rooms upstairs, some of which are steep and narrow and may not be suitable for guests with reduced mobility.
Dogs are allowed only in Luxury Double Room.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
