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The Running Horse

4.0 star property
Inn in Winchester with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Restaurant
Sun deck
Comfort Double Room
Restaurant
Restaurant

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$115
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Explore the area

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88 Main Road, Littleton, Winchester, England, SO22 6QS
  • Place, University of Winchester
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Winchester Cathedral
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Winchester Christmas Market
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Double or Twin Room

Comfort Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Family Double Room

Family Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the area

Winchester

At The Running Horse you'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Sparsholt College and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Westgate Museum. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly inn offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find luggage storage. Full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Winchester inn include South Downs National Park and Winchester Cathedral.
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What's nearby

  • University of Winchester - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Great Hall - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Horsepower The Museum Of The King's Royal Hussars - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Winchester Cathedral - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Winchester Christmas Market - 7 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Winchester Station - 10 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪County Arms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Albion - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Running Horse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lebanese House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jolly Farmer - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Running Horse

Inn in Winchester with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly The Running Horse also features a terrace and a garden. Free self parking is available.
  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Running Horse offers 9 accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 for adults and from GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20 per night

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

You need to know

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, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, Google Pay and Apple Pay. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Running Horse Inn Winchester
Running Horse Inn
Running Horse Winchester
The Running Horse
The Running Horse Inn
The Running Horse Winchester
The Running Horse Inn Winchester

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Running Horse?

The Running Horse offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Running Horse?

As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Running Horse on 16 Nov 2025 start from NZ$115.12, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Running Horse?

Yep, The Running Horse has a free self car park.

Does The Running Horse serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is available daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Running Horse?

No, The Running Horse does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Running Horse?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Running Horse?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Running Horse?

Dogs are welcome at The Running Horse, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

The Running Horse Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 188 out of 305 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 305 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 305 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 305 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 305 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My sister and I loved our stay at The Running Horse. Friendly staff, great atmosphere and good food.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

R

Thanks for looking after me and accomodating my late check in and early check out with breakfast too. A lovely spot and I will be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed an excellent dinner and breakfast on our one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LISA MARIE, Treasure Island

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms - bar - restaurant - breakfast 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Too hot

We have stayed here before. The prices seem to have gone up. we did not feel we could justify breakfast as well. It was good last time though. Supper was pleasant although the portions seemed smaller than last time. However our main gripe was the temperature in the room. It was so hot that we got very little sleep. They did provide a dyson fan but that only recirculates the hot air. If summers continue to get hotter, air conditioning will be imperative here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yachun

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Godfrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stopover before cruise

Ideal location for pre-cruise stopover. Easy access to Winchester plus food menu was imaginative. Breakfast included was plentiful and freshly prepared. Friendly staff and the room was a high standard.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant place to stay and eat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is near Winchester in the country. It was a very nice surprise after a long day of traveling. The restaurant was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John Kelleway

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
It was good, room a little small but it had everything you wanted in it. Could have done with another chair so that we could both sit but no room for one
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Booked for 10 people for a golf tournament and despite some issues with the bookings and rooms, it was resolved very quickly. Rooms and food were excellent. Thanks for a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ross

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bart Jan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Comfortable, quiet, safe, clean, helpful and attentive staff. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

carol

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Food and drink was very expensive
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and the hostess was friendly and helpful. The room had pretty much anything you could wish for in it. Very well equipped room, lovely linen and a super comfy bed with different firmness of pillows. Nespresso machine, mini fridge, DAB radio, large TV, Dyson fan, Iron, Hairdrier, all great! Checkout was easy the next day. Just a shame we couldn’t have stayed for longer and made better use of everything. Many thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel-
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025