

Mercure Winchester Wessex Hotel, Exclusive Hire
Paternoster Row, Winchester, SO23 9LQ -
Up to
150 guestsOffers
cateringInternal Catering
allowed
Make your dream day a reality at Mercure Winchester Wessex Hotel. Whether you are planning an intimate affair or a grand celebration, we are dedicated to making it a truly unique and special occasion.
The hotel is set in the heart of the historic city of Winchester, against the backdrop of the stunning 900-year-old Cathedral.
The hotel is licensed to hold civil ceremonies and is the perfect setting for your reception. The stunning Dean Garnier Walled Garden provides a peaceful location for your drinks reception and a beautiful spot to capture important wedding photographs.
When the day comes to an end, we can offer your overnight guests the style and comfort they deserve in one of our 94 bedrooms.
We understand that when it comes to weddings, one size does not fit all. We pride ourselves on our personal approach, taking your individual needs and requirements on board to create your perfect day. During your wedding plans, our excellent wedding team will help take care of every detail of your big day, leaving you to enjoy the whole process.
Our fantastic wedding packages have been designed with flexibility in mind, catering for a wide variety of tastes and styles. With room hire, a drinks package, a three-course wedding breakfast and complimentary accommodation for the newlyweds, our set wedding package includes all you could need to begin creating a superb celebration.
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Capacity & layout
Standing
up to 150
Theatre
up to 150
Boardroom
up to 20
Cabaret
up to 150
Catering & drinks
Catering arrangements
Catering facilities
Refreshments
Alcohol
Amenities
Premises parking
Space rules
Allowed events
Promoted/ticketed events
Licensed for alcohol
Location
Reviews
Trinity Monk
April 2025Disappointing Stay with a Lack of Proper Hygiene, Refund Options, and Poor Room Allocation ————————————————————————————— While the hotel is in a fantastic location, close to everything, the overall experience was unfortunately below expectations. The hotel is a bit dated, which could have been charming if the room had been properly maintained. Sadly, the room we stayed in had fallen into disrepair, and the cleanliness left much to be desired. I would’ve felt more comfortable staying in a budget hostel, especially considering we were traveling with our 9-month-old baby. Hygiene was a big concern for us, and it didn’t meet the standard we hoped for. (I have added a few pictures there are loads more ,but Didn’t wanna spend the whole time taking photos of poor Hygiene) I strongly recommend not using their kettle due to limescale. Although They were aware we were travelling with an invent they were aware we were travelling with an invent we were placed right opposite the bar. The noise from loud music until late at night was disturbing, and it kept our little one up. To make matters worse, we were directly next to the “smoking area”so we had to deal with the sounds of people going outside to smoke as well. It was incredibly frustrating, especially since the hotel was aware that we were traveling with an infant. The service didn’t do much to improve things. We didn’t need much assistance, but when I voiced my concerns about the room, the only compensation offered was a £15 refund for parking. Considering the state of the room and the disruption caused by the noise, this felt completely inadequate and frankly disappointing. Additionally, a side note about the staff: while it’s a small detail, the woman at the front desk was wearing a wrinkled shirt and didn’t appear to take much pride in her appearance, which gave the impression of a lack of professionalism. Overall, I wouldn’t recommend this hotel, especially with a family. There’s a Premier Inn directly across the street, which would likely offer a much better experience for a similar price.
AudreeAnne Cormier
June 2025One star only to acknowledge the kindness of an employee who made the effort to change our room. We don’t hold anything against the staff on site, but unfortunately, the experience didn’t improve after the change. We are genuinely disappointed and saddened by this situation. Cleanliness is lacking, comfort is non-existent (sagging bed, worn-out room, not clean), and we are stuck here for ~6 nights. The price is completely unjustified and does not reflect the rich history and authentic charm of this city and especially with such a central location in the city. A huge disappointment.