Travelers find a peaceful getaway at Alton House Hotel, near Jane Austen's House Museum. The Squires Cafe Bar serves breakfast and brunch daily, and the garden terrace offers a quiet spot to unwind. The welcoming lobby is perfect for enjoying coffee throughout the day.
Located in Alton, Alton House Hotel is in the city center and near a train station. Jane Austen's House Museum and The Anvil are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Farnham Castle and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Alice Holt Forest and Winchester Cathedral are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Alton travel guide
Normandy Street, Alton, England, GU34 1DW
What's nearby
Curtis Museum
4 min walk - 0.4 km
Allen Gallery
4 min walk - 0.4 km
Church of St Lawrence
6 min walk - 0.5 km
Anstey Park
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Blacknest Golf Club Limited
18 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Alton Station
3 min walk
Heathrow Airport (LHR)
56 min drive
Restaurants
Ten Tun Tap House
9 min walk
Swan Hotel
6 min walk
The Ivy House (Wetherspoon)
10 min walk
Kingfisher Fish and Chip shop
19 min walk
The Railway Arms
2 min walk
About this property
Alton House Hotel
Hotel near Jane Austen's House Museum
Located close to Alice Holt Forest, Alton House Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Squires Cafe Bar, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk
Smoke-free premises, meeting rooms, and wedding services
Coffee/tea in the lobby, a TV in the lobby, and luggage storage
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Alton House Hotel feature comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 13.95 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Squires Cafe Bar
Things to do
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Wedding services
Business services
1,572 square feet of conference space
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 13.95 per person
Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per day
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, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is Alton House Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking?
This hotel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Alton House Hotel?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 20 (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Alton House Hotel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 20 (subject to availability).
Where is Alton House Hotel located?
Located in the heart of Alton, this hotel is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Jane Austen's House Museum and within 12 mi (20 km) of Alice Holt Forest and Farnham Castle. The Anvil and Winchester Cathedral are also within 25 mi (40 km). Alton Station is only a 3-minute walk.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Alton House Hotel Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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Weekend stay at a very good price, however rooms could do with an update especially threadbare carpets in places.
Staff really nice and helpful
Free car parking
Nice bar
What more could you want.
Stephen
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Joanne
Sep 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very handy for Goodwood Revival. Good value, friendly staff, great breakfast, large room with good facilities. Would happily stay again.
Lovely stay again staff always polite and helpful had 2 dogs with us this time plenty of room for them to spread out n their blankets room clean nice to have a small table and chairs great breakfast and good choice thank you Alton house see you again
Pam
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Michael
Oct 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was good, staff helpful, dinner was nice. All ok
Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Michael
Dec 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent Staff. Very Welcoming. Room Dated but spotless. Lots of parking. Only thing not giving 5 Stars is the Commmon areas and Bathroom very dated. Carpets very worn in places. Some refurbishment underway . Location Excellent. No hesitation in recommending.
Young lady at reception was extremely helpful and cheery. Checked us in, then became the bar maid for our drinks, and happily gave us fresh milk and extra tea bags for our room, which was very comfortable.
Perfect for what we wanted for a 1 night stay on the way to Goodwood Festival Of Speed, room a bit dated but clean and tidy, staff were great, all-around decent hotel 👍
The property is just around the corner from the train station and a short walk up to the high street for many dining options. We were able to keep our bicycles safely in a room in the property.
Catriona
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alan
May 18, 2025
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Alton House Delight
Lovely hotel in the centre of town. Very convenient with free parking and a short stroll into town.
We booked for its proximity to the Mid Hants railway station which is just around the corner . It was very convenient for the old high street and we will definetly visit again . A nice corner room gave us good light .We cannot comment on the restaurant as it does Sunday lunches not evening meals that day. Overall NO downsides on our single nights stay with convenient parking arrangements.
Was a very friendly and helpful staff and lovely place to stayed
christine
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Samantha
Jan 20, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Check in was easy and the staff were amazing during my entire stay.
I stayed in a single room, the room was surprisingly spacious and well laid out and had a decent sized bathroom.
Couple of things to note:
Room was on the third floor, there is no elevator. Not too much of a problem as the stairs are not steep or narrow.
Room was in the”attic space” so being just over 5’ tall wasn’t too much of a problem, but anyone taller may find it a bit of a problem.
Room had great skylights with really good black out blinds!
Hotel is showing a little wear and tear, but considering the age of the building it’s nothing major. It has a lot of charm.
Food was also really good, and reasonably priced.
Reception area is very welcoming with a fire going the entire time (I visited in Jan!). It’s also a nice place to sit and read with a drink (bar is handy being right next door)
Big bonus is the ease of getting around, it’s less than 5 mins from the train station and about a 5 min walk into the town.
It’s also only a 35-40 min walk to Jane Austen’s house and Chawton House. Which is another bonus!
Overall would 100% stay here again!
Our stay was very pleasant, staff all friendly. Room good size, good WiFi, bed comfortable, room and bathroom clean. Buffet breakfast was really good. Enjoyable stay