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About this property

This 4-star Georgian coaching inn offers a traditional pub and restaurant serving fresh local produce. Surrounded by Hampshire countryside, it features individually styled rooms with free Wi-Fi. Dating back to 1810, The Kings Head is fitted with antique furnishings and fireplaces. It is supposed that the inn was given its present name for its close connection with the family of Oliver Cromwell. All rooms at The Kings Head come with cable TV and a work desk. Each has a private bathroom with a bath or shower. Free toiletries and high quality towels are also provided. Only 10 minutes’ drive from Winchester centre, the inn offers free private parking on site. Southampton and the ferries to the Isle of Wight are 25 minute’s drive away. South Winchester Golf Club is 1.9 miles from The King's Head. The Kings Head has its own skittles alley, which is available for hire.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

  • Free parking available on-site


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1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Laurie
    Australia Australia
    Cost and comfortable. Nice staff. Good breakfast. Cosy.
  • George
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A welcoming pub with friendly staff, a lively bar and interesting food options. A good breakfast too. Our bedroom was on the small side but comfortable and well-equipped. Hursley is a charming village, although a busy road runs right through...
  • Chris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was large and pleasant. The bed was comfortable and there were all the facilities you could need (iron, fan, coffee maker and kettle, hair dryer, extra mirrors). There was a sofa in the room with a nice coffee table. All of the...
  • Elizabeth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely hotel, very comfortable bed and bedding. Rooms roomy and well furnished, friendly helpful staff. Separate restaurant and bar menus.
  • Jez
    Australia Australia
    This is a beautifully, tastefully and recently renovated authentic original British hotel in a lovely village, conveniently located just out of Winchester. The rooms are ample and the bathrooms new and large. Everything works fine. The staff are...
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Not quite sure what to expect after reading some mixed reviews but when we arrived the bar area was very busy but we were quickly checked in, shown where the emergency escape was then shown to our room on the first floor. Went out for a quick walk...
  • Luisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was lovely and clearly freshly refurbished, however the bathroom being on the ground floor meant that at night we had to use the very steep and dark flight of stairs to reach it, not ideal and not really safe.
  • Claire
    Australia Australia
    It was lovely! The bath was amazing and customer service excellent!
  • Lauren
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was lovely and the staff helpful and friendly All of the staff went out their way to be helful Loved the doggie do not disturb sign Rooms were lovely and clean and quite large Seated areas outside fantastic
  • Neil
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful room, included everything you need Breakfast was amazing Friendly staff

Managed by The King's Head

Company review score: 9Based on 629 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

The new operators have a wealth of experience and bring with them a reputable executive chef. We will be aiming to achieve AA 4 star recognition for our rooms and rosette status for our restaurant.

Property information

Now under new ownership from May 2025, the pub has undergone a full refurbishment programme throughout and we hope to achieve a AA 4 star graded rating with the addition of the accolade of a rosette for our restaurant dining. Alongside this a full bar menu with a wide array of acholic & non alcoholic beverages will be available. Situated just south of Winchester and surrounded by the beautiful Hampshire downlands, this grade 2 listed property is a village inn with 8 newly refurbished ensuite royal bedrooms with some rooms featuring roll top baths. Each room has a flatscreen smart Tv, DAB radio & superfast internet. Wake up in style & enjoy a memorable breakfast with locally sourced produce & sausages from the local butcher, a stones throw away. Our delightful setting will prove extremely popular for visitors to the local area and the historic city of Winchester for those looking for a pre cruise stop off and/or those looking for a business stay.

Neighbourhood information

The King's Head is located on the south west of Winchester, a 15 minute drive into the town centre. Surrounded with nature reserves a 5 minute drive away.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:30
Check-out
Until 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

When booking 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.