Hotels near Southampton cruise terminal: where to stay before a cruise

You’ve booked a cruise to depart from Southampton, take any traffic or travel worries away and ensure you are at your cruise terminal on time by booking a stay the night before your cruise begins.  

Whether you are looking for a touch of luxury ahead of your departure or a budget-stop to break up the journey, there are several choices of hotels near to all five of Southampton’s cruise terminals.

Some of the Southampton hotels offer on-site parking for the duration of your cruise and others are within easy reach of the official cruise car parks. You will find hotels near to Southampton’s dining spots and those convenient for Westquay shopping centre and our other retail areas, perfect for any last-minute pre-cruise purchases.

Bigger hotels

If you want to be within easy walking distance of your cruise terminal, the following hotels make excellent bases for the night:

voco Southampton by IHG

This four-star hotel sits right on the waterfront and is the most convenient hotel for City cruise terminal (a six minute walk). Other cruise terminal distances from voco are as follows:

• Horizon: 12-minute walk
• Ocean: 15-minute walk or a five minute taxi ride
• Queen Elizabeth II: 30-minute walk or a five minute taxi ride
• Mayflower: 30-minute walk or a five minute taxi ride

Parking: on-site

Cruise packages: available with up to 15 days’ parking for one car, one-way standard taxi to cruise terminals and full English breakfast for up to two adults sharing a room from £354 per night.

Moxy

A boutique hotel adjacent to Westquay shopping centre. This vibrant and modern hotel is convenient for last-minute shopping, the cinema and a large selection of restaurants.

• City terminal: 13 minute walk
• Horizon terminal: 18 minute walk
• Ocean terminal: 18 minute walk
• Queen Elizabeth II: 35-minute walk or six minute taxi ride
• Mayflower: 35-minute walk or six minute taxi ride

Parking: Limited on-site parking at £13.50 per night, or use the adjacent Westquay car park.

Leonardo Royal Hotel Southampton Grand Harbour

With its imposing glass façade, this hotel comes complete with spa and swimming pool. Approximate times to each of the cruise terminals is as follows:

• City: 9-minute walk
• Horizon: 15-minute walk or a seven-minute taxi ride
• Ocean: 15-minute walk or a five-minute taxi ride
• Queen Elizabeth II: 30-minute walk or a five-minute taxi ride
• Mayflower: 32-minute walk or a seven-minute taxi ride

Parking: On-site parking is available for a £14 per car per night.

Luxury and boutique hotel

Ennio’s Boutique Rooms

An authentic Italian restaurant with luxury rooms. This award-winning restaurant with rooms is particularly convenient for Ocean cruise terminal (a 9-minute walk or a 3-minute car journey). Other cruise terminals are as follows:

• City: 11-minute walk or eight-minute taxi ride
• Horizon: 17-minute walk or nine-minute taxi ride
• Queen Elizabeth II: 23-minute walk or seven-minute taxi ride
• Mayflower: 35-minute walk or 10-minute taxi ride

Parking: Limited spaces on first-come, first-served basis.

The Pig in the Wall

If you are a foodie at heart, then organise a stay at The Pig in the WALL. Part of the wider Pig brand, this cosy hotel sits within our city’s historic walls and offers a boutique experience with fresh, locally sourced produce from their New Forest sister hotel and the surrounding area. Approximate time to each cruise terminal is as follows:

• Ocean: 13-minute walk or four-minute taxi ride
• City: 9-minute walk or four-minute taxi ride
• Horizon: 14-minute walk or six-minute taxi ride
• Queen Elizabeth II: 28-minute walk or five-minute taxi ride
• Mayflower: 35-minute walk or six-minute taxi ride

Parking: £14 per car, per night.

If you like the finer things in life, then book to stay at one of Southampton’s luxury options.

The Harbour Hotel Southampton

The Harbour Hotel is located right on Ocean Village. This five-star hotel offers iconic views across the Southampton waterfront, a spa and fine dining. Conveniently located just a five-minute drive from QEII cruise terminal.

Parking: On-site, £18 for 24-hours

Cruise packages: This luxury hotel offers cruise and stay packages with 7, 14 and 21-day parking included. Enquire directly with the hotel for prices.

Hometels and inns

If you are looking for a laid-back atmosphere ahead of your cruise journey then why not consider one of our hometels or inns.

room2

With its home-from-home vibes, room2 offers convenience with added extras such as a laundry (perfect for any pre-cruise washing that needs to be done), fitness centre and 24-hour front desk. Very convenient for Ocean cruise terminal, room2 also has parking (additional charges apply). Approximate time to each cruise terminal is as follows:

• Ocean: 9-minute walk or three-minute taxi ride
• City: 16-minute walk or nine-minute taxi ride
• Horizon: 22-minute walk or eight-minute taxi ride
• Queen Elizabeth II: 25-minute walk or four-minute taxi ride
• Mayflower: 40-minute walk or eight-minute taxi ride

Parking: £13 per car, per night. EV charging also available.

The Grapes

This 200-year-old pub sits on Oxford Street and is handy for Ocean cruise terminal. With ensuite single, double and twin rooms available, the pub has a welcoming atmosphere. Approximate time to each cruise terminal is as follows:

• Ocean: 12-minute walk or four-minute taxi ride
• City: 20-minute walk or eight-minute taxi ride
• Horizon: 26-minute walk or nine-minute taxi ride
• Queen Elizabeth II: 26-minute walk or five-minute taxi ride
• Mayflower: 45-minute walk or nine-minute taxi ride

Parking: nearest parking is at College Street Car Park (pay and display)

White Star Tavern

Also located on Oxford Street, White Star Tavern is a popular foodie spot and features three types of room: cosy, comfy and snug. Breakfast is included in your room rate. Book directly for the best rates. Distances to cruise terminals are as follows:

• Ocean: 12-minute walk or four-minute taxi ride
• City: 20-minute walk or eight-minute taxi ride
• Horizon: 26-minute walk or nine-minute taxi ride
• Queen Elizabeth II: 26-minute walk or five-minute taxi ride
• Mayflower: 45-minute walk or nine-minute taxi ride

Parking: nearest parking is at College Street Car Park (pay and display)

If convenience, rather than luxury is what you are after then you will find a selection of hotels falling into the budget range.

On the edge of Westquay Shopping Centre, there’s the Premier Inn West Quay hotel, which also features a number of accessible rooms.

There’s the ibis budget Southampton Centre which is particularly convenient for both the Horizon and City cruise terminals and its neighbouring hotel the Novotel, which has an on-site gym and leisure facilities.

All of these budget hotels are a short taxi ride away (five to ten minutes) from all five of Southampton’s cruise terminals.

If you are happy to be a little bit further away from the cruise terminals there are other budget options available too including Travelodge, take a look at our accommodation pages for more options.

Explore our places to stay to find other convenient accommodation for the night before your cruise. Got some time to spare ahead of your cruise? Discover things to do including some suggested itineraries for short periods of time as well as places to eat and drink in and around our city centre.

Please note: all prices were correct at time of publication. We advise you to check with the hotels directly to discuss packages and current parking charges.