Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire

“Amazing Four Seasons hotel in wonderful countryside setting”

Visited for 3 nights to attend a wedding in Winchester. The hotel is located approximately 45 minutes from London Heathrow and was easy to find despite its remote location in the suburbs. Arrival is via a long driveway to the building that was likely a manor of sorts in the old world. We were greet… more

Visited for 3 nights to attend a wedding in Winchester. The hotel is located approximately 45 minutes from London Heathrow and was easy to find despite its remote location in the suburbs. Arrival is via a long driveway to the building that was likely a manor of sorts in the old world. We were greeted promptly and warmly by the door staff and directed to the front desk who worked efficiently to settle our affairs. Valet parking was offered that I forlorn as the parking lot is just a few minutes walk away through a lovely garden.Lobby hosts the library with comfortable and inviting seating and is the locale for afternoon teas and quiet reading. First impressions were excellent - the decor throughout were aesthetic, warm and luxurious; I was enchanted. Assigned room (south wing) was a few minutes sojourn through nicely decorated corridors with good lighting and views of the adjoining gardens and courtyards that were pleasing to the eye and added to the sense of comfort and calm with this establishment. Room (and bathroom) was of good size, was beautifully decorated with period furniture that reflected the age of the building, was fully functional - in terms of offerings, viz, climate control, electrical outlets, lighting, wifi, bathroom amenities, water pressure etc. However, of note, our room on the second floor had a smaller window than those on the lower floors - a small detail but make make a difference to those who prefer more light. The south wing hosted the primary restaurants (Wild Carrot and La Terrazza) that provided a great selection of offerings for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Service staff at the restaurants and throughout were attentive, friendly and efficient - I appreciated their attention to detail during our short stay. Family also partook in their spa offerings that provided great service. The pool and play areas were also great that I could see provided good entertainment for younger guests. There were many other offerings of activities - that we did not engage because of time - but would consider if revisiting (which I plan to) that included, horse riding, clay shooting and fishing plus others - that I can see would make this a great destination vacation in its own right with families. The hotel is also conveniently located to many local attractions in Winchester and Salisbury for example that nicely complemented our visit prior to attending the wedding. This is a quintessential luxurious Four Seasons in an amazing locale for an entertaining and relaxing getaway with family and friends.

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