Why stay in a Sawday’s pubs with rooms?
✓ Rivers, downs, forest and coast. Hampshire packs an extraordinary variety of landscapes into one county, making it easy to build a walking, food or sightseeing weekend around your pub stay.
✓ Historic inns with a story. Old coaching routes have left Hampshire with some wonderful pubs and inns, many retaining original features and a sense of their past.
✓ Excellent local food. The county’s farms, game, chalk streams and surrounding countryside provide plenty of inspiration for seasonal pub menus.
A pub for every kind of Hampshire break

Meet David Hancock, our chief pubs inspector
David Hancock has spent more than 30 years travelling Britain in search of its best pubs and inns. He’s edited every Sawday’s Pubs & Inns guide, written for The Sunday Times and Country Life and judged some of the country’s leading pub awards.
In Hampshire, that experience means looking beyond the obvious. We’re interested in the pub that has become part of its village, the inn where the food reflects the surrounding countryside and the place where the bedrooms make staying for another night particularly tempting.
FAQ’s for pubs with rooms in Hampshire
Where are the best places to stay in a pub with rooms in Hampshire?
The New Forest is a natural choice for walking, cycling and exploring woodland and heathland, while Winchester makes a good base for history, food and city sightseeing. The Test Valley and countryside around Stockbridge offer a quieter rural escape, and the south coast is within reach of several pubs with rooms. Think about what you want to do during the day, then choose a pub that puts you close to it.
Can I enjoy a Sunday roast at a Hampshire pub with rooms?
Many Hampshire pubs serve a traditional Sunday roast, often making the most of local meat and seasonal produce. Menus vary between pubs, but you might find roast beef, lamb or pork alongside all the usual trimmings, with more creative vegetarian options at some. If a long Sunday lunch is part of your ideal weekend, check individual pub listings for current menus and serving days.
Are Hampshire pubs with rooms good for walking holidays?
Yes, the New Forest offers miles of paths through woodland and open heath, while the South Downs and Test Valley provide rolling countryside and riverside walks. Many pubs are well placed for getting out on foot, so you can return from a walk to a proper meal and your bedroom without having to drive anywhere.
Do pubs with rooms in Hampshire have WiFi?
Most of our pubs with rooms offer WiFi, although the strength and availability can vary, particularly in rural locations. If you need to stay connected during your trip, use the WiFi filter when searching to find pubs where it’s available.
Can I find pubs with rooms in Hampshire with air conditioning?
Yes some do, so if you’re booking in warmer months and it’s an important part of your stay, use the air conditioning filter when searching to find pubs where this facility is available.
Do pubs with rooms in Hampshire have parking?
Many of them do and you can use the parking on the premises and free parking nearby filters when searching to find a pub that works for your trip.