The Running Horse

4.0 star property
Inn in Winchester with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Restaurant
Sun deck
Comfort Double Room
Restaurant
Restaurant
The Running Horse welcomes travelers with a charming atmosphere, serving breakfast and offering a cozy bar and restaurant. Guests love the garden terrace for relaxation and in-room WiFi for connectivity. The helpful staff receives consistent praise from past guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Room options

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Comfort Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Espresso maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Espresso maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

Family Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Espresso maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
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About the area

Map
88 Main Road, Littleton, Winchester, England, SO22 6QS

What's nearby

  • University of Winchester - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Great Hall - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Horsepower - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Winchester Cathedral - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Winchester Christmas Market - 7 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Winchester Station - 10 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪County Arms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jolly Farmer - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Olive Fulflood - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Roebuck Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Running Horse - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Running Horse

Upscale inn near South Downs National Park
A terrace, a garden and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at The Running Horse. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Running Horse include amenities, such as free WiFi, espresso makers and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • Fridges, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 for adults and from GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Running Horse Inn Winchester
Running Horse Inn
Running Horse Winchester
The Running Horse
The Running Horse Inn
The Running Horse Winchester
The Running Horse Inn Winchester

Frequently asked questions

Is The Running Horse pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Running Horse?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Running Horse on 12 Oct 2025 start from NZ$165.84, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Running Horse?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Running Horse?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Running Horse?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Running Horse located?

Situated in Winchester, this inn is within 3 miles (5 km) of Sparsholt College, Westgate Museum and Gurkha Museum Winchester. Theatre Royal Winchester and Great Hall are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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