The White Star Tavern Hotel Southampton, Southampton ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

28 Oxford Street, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO14 3DJ

The White Star Tavern in Southampton is an award-winning pub, restaurant, and hotel located on the vibrant Oxford Street. This establishment combines timeless elegance with modern conveniences, attracting visitors with its historical significance in the maritime district. It is conveniently situated near cruise terminals and key attractions such as the Mayflower Theatre and the Southampton City Art Gallery.

Location

The hotel's central location on Oxford Street places it within walking distance of various cultural landmarks, including Holy Rood Church and the medieval Tudor House and Garden. Southampton's maritime district and cruise terminals are easily accessible from the site. Nearby transportation options, such as the Hythe Ferry and St Mary's Stadium, enhance guests' overall experience.

Rooms

The White Star Tavern offers 13 ensuite rooms designed for comfort and relaxation. Each room features monsoon showers or luxurious roll-top baths, flat-screen televisions, and well-stocked minibars. The bedding includes plump pillows and soft Egyptian cotton sheets, ensuring a restful night's sleep. Upper Deck rooms provide additional amenities, including king-size beds and spacious shower rooms.

Eat & Drink

The tavern’s restaurant serves both classic pub fare and innovative dishes crafted by a talented chef team. Seasonal, local produce is sourced daily to create light bites, sandwiches, and elegantly modern culinary creations. Guests can enjoy their meals in a stylish dining room or a relaxed bar area, paired with a selection of Fuller's cask-conditioned ales.

Leisure & Business

Leisure amenities include a trendy urban roof garden, providing a space for relaxation. For business needs, the hotel features a fully equipped private meeting room for up to 12 people, complete with free Wi-Fi and a TV for presentations. Guests have access to dedicated lounge areas and can enjoy complimentary snacks and refreshments.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Small Double Room

Max:

2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Superior King Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

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1 Double bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Southampton3000 ft

Airports

Southampton (SOU) 4.8 mi

Bournemouth (BOH) 30.3 mi

Bus

Bus stop1700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Welcoming Touches

“I loved the little details in the room, like fresh milk, artisan chocolates, and a variety of teas and coffees, making my stay feel special.” view full review

Incredibly Comfortable

“The bed in my room was exceptionally comfortable, ensuring I had a restful night after my long day of travel.” view full review

Refreshing Shower

“The shower had great pressure, providing a refreshing and invigorating experience that I truly appreciated.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“I was impressed with the breakfast offerings, as they were not only delicious but also beautifully presented, making it a lovely way to start my day.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cribs
Children's menu

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

28 Oxford Street, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO14 3DJ

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28 Oxford Street, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO14 3DJ

City landmarks

Museums

SeaCity Museum

5100 ft

Bugle Street St Michael's Square

Tudor House and Garden

2100 ft

Southampton S014 2YDEngland

Bargate

2900 ft

Gallery

Southampton City Art Gallery

4900 ft

Shopping Area

Westquay

3200 ft

Western Esplanade

Westgate Hall

2400 ft

Parks

Mayflower Park

4500 ft

Stadiums

St Mary's Stadium

5200 ft

opposite Mayflower Park

Mayflower Pilgrims Memorial

2200 ft

Events

The Joiners

2400 ft

Town Quay

Hythe Ferry

2900 ft

Porters Lane

The Watergate Ruin

2200 ft

142-144 Above Bar Street

Nuffield Southampton Theatres City

3900 ft

Palmerston Park House 15 Palmerston Road Above Bar Street

Palmerston Park

3500 ft

East Park

Titanic Engineer Officers Memorial

5100 ft

Cumberland Pl

Titanic Musicians' Memorial

4800 ft

Gallery

John Hansard Gallery

3900 ft

Public Building

Southampton Civic Centre

3700 ft

Marina

Ocean Village

2500 ft

Church

St Joseph Church

2200 ft

Nearby

Museums

Solent Sky Museum

1900 ft

Southampton SO14 1JU

Southampton Town Walls

1600 ft

Church

Holy Rood Church

1500 ft

Church

St Michael's Church

1700 ft

Historic Site

Medieval Merchant's House

2000 ft

Parks

Queen's Park

1000 ft

Town Quay Road

God's House Gate and Tower

1000 ft

Southampton SO14 2AR

Canute's Palace

1000 ft

Marina

Town Quay

1500 ft

Casinos

Genting Casino Southampton

500 ft

Restaurants

The Terrace Sandwich Bar

400 ft

28 Queens Terrace

Mike's Fish & Chips Restaurant

1400 ft

23 Queensway

The Admiral Sir Lucius Curtis

2000 ft

Canute_s Pavilion Ocean Village

SAUCE Kebab & Pizza

1300 ft

27-29 Queensway

Bitz And Pizzaz

1300 ft

17 Queensway

The Standing Order

1500 ft

30 High Street

Cafe Fumee

1800 ft

73 High Street

Fumee

1800 ft

73 High Street

Simply Breakfast

1300 ft

22 East Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

convenient location

room layout

high pricing

lack of modern amenities

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.2

Location

8.7

Service

8.7

Dining

7.8

Ronnie

United States of America, February 2024

6.6/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The room was ready when I checked in, but the price was a bit high for what was offered. The hotel staff were helpful with my bags but lacked friendliness and made me concerned about my credit card information. The location was convenient with plenty of nearby restaurants, while the dining experience was good overall, although limited for specific dietary preferences.

Rooms

7.0

The room was ready upon my arrival, but the price seemed a bit high compared to what was provided. The layout was changed to make it easier for me to move around.

Service

6.0

The staff were helpful carrying my heavy bags, but I felt they could have been more friendly and attentive, especially when dealing with credit card information.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was convenient with many nearby dining options, making it easy to explore the area.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good overall, with a decent selection. However, as a vegan, I found the hot breakfast options limited, wishing for more variety.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel lacked some modern amenities, such as up-to-date TVs and recent carpet renovations, indicating the need for some updates.

convenient location

high pricing

Alexander

United Kingdom, February 2024

8.8/10

The hotel rooms were beautiful, with extremely comfortable beds and high-quality facilities, providing everything we needed. However, the stay was affected by a neighboring yappy dog, which was quite annoying.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very well equipped and had everything we needed, but dealing with a nearby yappy dog was really bothersome.

Service

9.0

The service was always helpful and pleasant, with staff inquiring about our day and ensuring our needs were met. Breakfast was well served, making it a great place to stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location in the old town area was perfect for enjoying drinks and people-watching. Being in the heart of Southampton nightlife added to the stay's charm, despite the warm months posing some challenges. The nearby eating and drinking options were convenient.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was excellent, offering delicious and nicely presented meals that were also great value for money.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were top-notch and added to the overall positive experience during the stay.

Herbert

United States of America, January 2024

8.8/10

The hotel exceeded my expectations with its modern and clean rooms equipped with everything I needed. The ultra-modern bathroom was a standout feature, but the room size was slightly smaller than expected. The service was top-notch, especially from the understanding manager Matt who went above and beyond to accommodate our needs. The location was excellent for accessing the marina and nearby attractions, though noise could be an issue for rooms facing the street. The dining experience was fantastic with a variety of high-quality options, and the facilities were great overall.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were modern, clean, and equipped with everything I needed, though slightly smaller than expected.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, with the staff making us feel welcome and special throughout our stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was excellent, especially for accessing the marina and the Isle of Wight ferry.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was outstanding with a delicious full English breakfast included in the room tariff.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great, offering everything we needed for a comfortable stay.

William

United States of America, January 2024

8.0/10

The hotel was really cute and clean, with a Dyson fan to circulate the air in the room. The bed was comfortable, and the HUGE bathroom with a double shower was perfection. Despite being 28 degrees at 2 am, even with all windows open, it was just enough.

Rooms

9.5

I loved the cute and clean room with the Dyson fan and the comfortable bed. The HUGE bathroom with a double shower was a dream. Despite the heat, the room was just right.

Service

9.0

The staff were great and very accommodating, even when I arrived hours before check-in time. They went above and beyond, taking my heavy cases up, although they didn't know anything about my history. The room service and housekeeping were excellent, and I also enjoyed the welcome drink.

Location

8.0

The hotel is close to a variety of sights and very ideal if you'll be heading to the docks as it's not a far walk. It's very central, but a good walk from the railway station and cruise port terminals. My room on the front was noisy due to the age of the building and lack of soundproofing as expected.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was part of our room tariff and was top quality. I enjoyed the good choice of cereals, juices, pastries, and the menu options. The breakfast provided a range of cooked breakfasts to cereals and pastries, all very nice. However, there was a slight issue as I felt blocked in the bathroom, and the waitress serving us seemed new and in training.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had great facilities overall, with a nice pool area and typical Corsican products served in the dining area.

Sarah

United Kingdom, January 2024

8.8/10

The hotel offers very comfortable rooms at night with complimentary drinks available, with pleasant pub music below. The service is exceptional, very friendly and helpful, with professional and welcoming staff willing to accommodate any request. The location is fantastic for walking around local restaurants and bars, also ideal for heading to the docks or exploring Southampton town center. The dining experience was lovely despite a later start time, offering traditional dishes. Overall, a great hotel with some minor inconveniences.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are very comfortable with a nice touch of complimentary drinks.

Service

10.0

The service is exceptional and the staff are very professional, friendly, and polite, always ready to assist without any issues.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a great location for exploring the local area and is a short walk from both Oxford Street and the port area.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience, although starting a bit late, was really lovely with accommodating floor staff and delicious traditional dishes.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers good facilities for a comfortable stay.

Eddie

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.2/10

The hotel rooms were comfortable with good amenities, although the noise from Oxford Street was a downside. The service was excellent and staff went above and beyond, but some inconveniences during dining were noted. The location is perfect for exploring the vibrant surroundings, with ample dining options nearby.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfortable with nice touches and good furniture, but the noise from Oxford Street was noticeable.

Service

9.0

The staff are the greatest asset of the hotel, very helpful and friendly making us feel like family.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is amazing, surrounded by lovely restaurants and bars, perfect for exploring the vibrant area.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience had its inconveniences, but the staff were great at catering to special dietary needs.