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The Star Hotel

3.6(660)
Hotel

About

The Star Hotel combines historic charm with central convenience in Southampton's vibrant High Street. This Victorian-era coaching inn features characterful guestrooms with antique-style beds and a vintage manual lift, creating a distinctive setting for business travelers seeking a comfortable, affordable stay near key city and port locations.

Beyond lodging, the hotel offers a welcoming bar and restaurant serving cooked-to-order breakfasts and a variety of drinks, ideal for informal client meetings or team gatherings. With on-site parking, free WiFi, and a friendly multilingual staff, The Star Hotel supports smooth, hassle-free stays for corporate guests navigating the city.

Best for

  • Central Southampton lodging for multi-night stays
  • Historic venue for intimate team retreats
  • Casual client dinners with local character

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Former 19th-century coaching inn with heritage features
Historic Architecture
Former 19th-century coaching inn with heritage features
The hotel occupies a Grade B listed Victorian-era building featuring an impressive staircase, landing, and a working Art Deco lift that guests describe as quirky and old-fashioned.
Heart of Southampton on historic High Street
Central Location
Heart of Southampton on historic High Street
Situated in the city centre, the hotel is a short walk from major shopping areas like West Quay and Above Bar Street, as well as local historical sites including the Mayflower memorial and port area.
In-house restaurant and bar with cooked-to-order breakfasts and cocktails
On-site Dining & Bar
In-house restaurant and bar with cooked-to-order breakfasts and cocktails
Offers freshly cooked breakfasts and a variety of drinks and cocktails in the evening, providing a convenient turnkey hospitality experience for guests.

At a glance

Rated 3.6 on Google · 660 reviews