The Grapes Hotel Southampton Exterior photo

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About the Hotel

41 Oxford Street, Southampton, SO14 3DP

Near the harbour

Great

8.4

/10

5.0

Loved by The Grapes guests

Accommodating staff

Good value

Spacious accommodation

Free toiletries

Comfortable beds

Discounted drinks

"Room was big and clean, coffee and tea amenities available, great private bathroom and good beds."

Katrijn S from Belgium

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"The room I had was very clean and comfortable and completely quiet."

Dutchak from Canada

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"There is a lot of history attached to this place which is reflected in the pub decor."

jane1371 from United Kingdom

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Historic pub with rooms in Southampton, just 500 meters from the Cruise Terminal

Location & History

The Grapes Pub is a historic inn located on Oxford Street in Southampton, 500 meters from the Cruise Terminal. The building has a documented connection to the Titanic, with a silver plaque outside detailing this history. Guests can walk to Southampton Guildhall in 1.4 km and to the Tudor House Museum nearby.

Pub & Dining

The pub offers a range of local ales with a focus on community breweries. Residents receive a discount on bar drinks exclusive to hotel guests. The hotel has a flexible food policy that allows guests to bring their own food to enjoy in the pub.

Rooms & Amenities

The hotel provides single, double, and twin rooms, each with a private bathroom. Rooms include a television and carpeted floors. Staff are available to assist with luggage up the narrow stairs.

Guest Services

The hotel offers express check-in and check-out for guests. A shared lounge and TV area is available for guests to use. CCTV is installed in common areas and outside the property for security.

Nearby Attractions

The Grapes is situated on Oxford Street, which is lined with bars and restaurants. Guests can reach the Solent Sky museum on foot. Mayflower Park is a short walk from the hotel.

Highlights

Location: 500 meters from the Cruise Terminal

History: Documented Titanic connection with silver plaque

Dining: Range of local ales and discount on bar drinks

Policy: Flexible food policy allowing guests to bring own food

Rooms: Single, double, and twin rooms with private bathrooms

Services: Express check-in/check-out and staff assist with luggage

“I appreciate this pub's genuine embrace of its Titanic-era history, creating an ambiance that's both engaging and unique. The discount for residents at the bar is a notable perk, enhancing the experience. Its location near the Cruise Terminal and Southampton's attractions makes it a practical choice for many visitors.”

Grace WhitmanContent & Editorial Director at Familyhotels

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Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

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2 persons
55 sq. feet
1 Double bed
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Single Room
2 persons
35 sq. feet
1 Single bed
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Twin Room Private Bathroom
2 persons
55 sq. feet
2 Single beds
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Facilities

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Facilities: Great

8.3/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Car park
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Room decor

Carpeted floor

The Grapes Location

41 Oxford Street, Southampton, SO14 3DP

Map view

City landmarks

Museum

SeaCity Museum

5200 ft

Landmark

Tudor House and Garden

2200 ft

Church

St Michael's Church

2100 ft

Landmark

Bargate

3000 ft

Historic Site

Medieval Merchant's House

2100 ft

Gallery

Southampton City Art Gallery

5000 ft

Shopping Area

Westquay

3300 ft

Landmark

Westgate Hall

2600 ft

Park

Mayflower Park

4600 ft

Stadium

St Mary's Stadium

5100 ft

Landmark

Mayflower Pilgrims Memorial

2300 ft

Event hall

The Joiners

2400 ft

Landmark

Hythe Ferry

3100 ft

Landmark

The Watergate Ruin

2300 ft

Landmark

Nuffield Southampton Theatres City

4000 ft

Landmark

Titanic Engineer Officers Memorial

5200 ft

Landmark

Titanic Musicians' Memorial

4900 ft

Gallery

John Hansard Gallery

4000 ft

Public Building

Southampton Civic Centre

3800 ft

Marina

Ocean Village

2400 ft

Landmark

Palmerston Park

5200 ft

Landmark

Canute's Palace

2200 ft

Church

St Joseph Church

2300 ft

Nearby

Museum

Solent Sky Museum

1800 ft

Southampton SO14 1JU

Southampton Town Walls

1700 ft

Church

Holy Rood Church

1600 ft

Park

Queen's Park

200 ft

Marina

Town Quay

1600 ft

Town Quay Road

God's House Gate and Tower

1600 ft

Casino

Genting Casino Southampton

1600 ft

Restaurants

The Terrace Sandwich Bar

500 ft

28 Queens Terrace

The Admiral Sir Lucius Curtis

1900 ft

Canute_s Pavilion Ocean Village

Mike's Fish & Chips Restaurant

1500 ft

23 Queensway

SAUCE Kebab & Pizza

1400 ft

27-29 Queensway

The Standing Order

1500 ft

30 High Street

Cafe Fumee

1900 ft

73 High Street

Fumee

1900 ft

73 High Street

Simply Breakfast

1300 ft

22 East Street

Explore Southampton

Tudor House and Garden

9 minutes' walk

Historic Tudor House features stunning gardens, offering a glimpse into Southampton's past with guided tours available.

SeaCity Museum

20 minutes' walk

Interactive exhibitions focus on the city's maritime history, including Titanic exhibits and family-friendly activities.

Southampton Town Walls

7 minutes' walk

Medieval town walls provide a scenic walking route through history, revealing remnants from the 14th century.

Hiking at Southampton Common

3 minutes' drive

Expansive park ideal for nature walks and picnics, offering tranquil green space in the heart of the city.

St Mary's Stadium Tours

19 minutes' walk

Experience behind-the-scenes access at the stadium, with guided tours revealing its history and architecture.

The Terrace Sandwich Bar

2 minutes' walk

Cozy eatery known for fresh sandwiches and local ingredients, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Mike's Fish & Chips Restaurant

6 minutes' walk

Classic British fish and chips served in a casual setting, renowned for its delicious and crispy offerings.

The Joiners

10 minutes' walk

Renowned live music venue featuring a range of performances, from emerging artists to popular bands.

Nuffield Southampton Theatres City

15 minutes' walk

Offers a variety of theatrical performances, including drama, comedy, and family-friendly shows throughout the year.

Tips on navigating the city

City Centre
Southampton 11 min · 3000 ft
Airports
Southampton (SOU) 12 min · 4.7 mi
Bournemouth (BOH) 74 min · 30.6 mi
Train
Woolston Train Station 18 min · 5000 ft
Southampton Central Railway Station 20 min · 1.0 mi
Bus
Bus stop 6 min · 1700 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-22:00

Check-out

until 11 am

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Former name

the grapes inn

Family-focused reviews and ratings

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Review summary

Based on recent reviews

The Grapes enjoys a lovely location near bars and restaurants, within easy walking distance of the town centre and a short walk to transport options for visiting the Isle of Wight. Guests appreciate the clean, decent rooms equipped with TVs offering Netflix and YouTube, and the plentiful supply of tea, coffee, and toiletries provided. Some guests have mentioned occasional noise from doors slamming and people on the stairs. You'll also find useful amenities like complimentary water, and a discount on drinks at the downstairs bar, making it a reasonable and convenient choice, only 5 minutes from the main street and cruise terminal.

Review score

Based on 3 verified reviews

7.3 /10

Very good

100%

Recommend

Location

9.3/10

Staff

9.2/10

Facilities

8.3/10

Comfort

8.7/10

Pros

Great location

Comfortable bed

Helpful staff

Cons

Narrow stairs

Josh from Australia

Single

Single Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 28, 2026

7/10

adequate stay NEAR the pedestrian zone

perfect location friendly staff nearby eatery broken rail temperature fluctuation hot tap

the location proved perfect, for my sightseeing. i appreciated all the eateries close by. the staff was VERY friendly.

My room six definitely needed some work doing in the bathroom. THE shower rail was broken. the shower itself fluctuated in temperature. i could not get the hot tap in the sink to actually run hot.

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Riley from Australia

Single

Single Room

3 nights in August 2026

Reviewed: November 13, 2025

6/10

Acceptable Stay

central location spacious room tea facilities shower rail broken tap hot tap

The location had various restaurants nearby. I found the room to be quite spacious. Tea and coffee facilities were also included, which I liked.

The room could use some work in the bathroom. I noticed the shower rail was broken. I also had trouble getting the hot tap in the sink to run hot.

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Zoe from Australia

Single

Single Room

3 nights in June 2026

Reviewed: August 29, 2025

9.0/10

super stay!

friendly staff great location soft sheet narrow staircase

i found really kind staff. the location was close to the docks, what a plus! the room had soft sheets and felt very tidy. although the staircase was narrow, i managed fine with my suitcase.

the bathroom could use some updates because i think the facilities looked old and worn.

Location

9/10

the hotel has a prime location near the docks, and it is within walking distance of many food options. convenience stores are nearby, so that was very useful. it is in a lively area!

Service

10/10

the staff was very helpful, so i appreciated that a lot. the team provided lots of helpful information before i arrived. i felt very welcomed and they were kind and considerate throughout my stay.

Dining

8/10

there are many tv screens for sports. i liked that i could bring food to the café, so that was good! you can grab breakfast at a café across the street, it has a discount too.

Rooms

9/10

the room included many different coffee bags, so i could make coffee with the water heater. my room was very nice and neat. it had every comfort i needed and felt very quiet.

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