Fareham Hotel Guide: Compare Prices & Reviews

Fareham’s hotel market is small—just 42 properties on HotelsCombined—but the price gap between budget and full-service stays is large. January rooms average about €89 per night, while June rates climb to roughly €183, according to HotelsCombined data. This guide compares the leading options—Premier Inn Fareham, Holiday Inn Fareham, Lysses Hotel, and the recently refurbished voco Fareham – Solent by IHG—with verified pricing and review data so you can choose based on real numbers, not guesswork.

Last checked: 2026-06-21

Location: Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom · Price range (per night): 3-star from €89; 4-star from €132 · Hotel count: 27 properties on Booking.com · Most searched hotel: Premier Inn Fareham

Fareham hotels at a glance

1 Cheapest month to stay

• January averages €89 per night (HotelsCombined)

2 Most expensive month

• June averages €183 per night (HotelsCombined)

3 Low season (KAYAK)

• November is the cheapest month on KAYAK (KAYAK)

4 Best-rated property

• Solent Hotel & Spa scores 8.0/10 from 1,552 reviews (HotelsCombined)

Key facts about Fareham hotels

Measure	Value
Location	Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Properties listed (HotelsCombined)	42
Cheapest month (HotelsCombined average)	January – €89/night
Most expensive month (HotelsCombined average)	June – €183/night
Low season (KAYAK)	November
High season (KAYAK)	June – rates ~71% higher than baseline
Average weeknight price (KAYAK)	~€101
Average weekend price (KAYAK)	~€99
Common weekday/weekend difference	Minimal – approximately €2/night
4-star rooms from	€84/night (HotelsCombined, same-day)
Solent Hotel & Spa rating	8.0/10 (1,552 reviews)
Premier Inn Fareham parking	Free on-site

Fareham hotel reviews: what guests actually say

Guest feedback for Fareham’s top hotels comes from thousands of individual reviews, but the volume varies sharply by property. The voco Fareham – Solent by IHG on Booking.com draws frequent comments about spacious rooms and friendly staff. One recent guest wrote: “Very pleased we chose this hotel. Good value. Lovely spacious room… Staff were so friendly.” On Google Hotels, voco Fareham has accumulated more than 1,700 reviews, giving its aggregated rating a statistically robust base.

Premier Inn Fareham shows a wider spread. Guest ratings on the brand’s own site range from 2.0/5 to 5.0/5, suggesting a consistent but basic experience where individual expectations vary. The property’s free on-site parking is cited positively in reviews, especially compared to city-centre alternatives that charge separately.

Solent Hotel & Spa holds the strongest consistent rating in the area: 8.0/10 from 1,552 reviews on HotelsCombined. That review count is smaller than voco Fareham’s Google tally, but the score sits above many local competitors. Two reviewers mentioned the spa and pool positively, though coverage is not deep enough to call it a universal highlight.

“A stylishly refurbished hotel conveniently located between Portsmouth and Southampton. With 130 spacious super-king bedrooms, a relaxing spa, a modern gym and pool…”

TripAdvisor property description for voco Fareham – Solent by IHG

The bottom line: voco Fareham – Solent has the largest review sample, making its aggregate score more reliable. Solent Hotel & Spa leads on raw rating but with fewer reviews. Premier Inn’s wide spread reflects its budget positioning – solid for the price, but not trying to compete on luxury.

Fareham hotel prices: seasonal swings and booking strategies

Fareham hotel pricing follows a clear seasonal pattern. On HotelsCombined, January averages €89 per night—the cheapest month—while June jumps to €183, more than double. KAYAK’s data paints a similar picture: June is peak season with rates roughly 71% higher than baseline, and November is the low season.

Weekday versus weekend difference is negligible. KAYAK reports an average of about €101 on weeknights (Sunday–Thursday) and €99 on weekend nights (Friday–Saturday), a gap of roughly €2. That makes Fareham unusual compared to many UK destinations where weekend demand pushes prices higher.

For same-day bookings, HotelsCombined shows rates starting around €81, with 4-star options from about €84. At the extreme low end, prices have been found from approximately €62 per night, with Premier Inn Fareham among the properties hitting that floor.

The implication: Timing matters more than day-of-week choice. A January booking can save you about €94 per night versus June, while the difference between a Tuesday and Friday night is essentially zero.

Premier Inn Fareham hotel: budget base with free parking

The Premier Inn Fareham sits near Segensworth Business Park, a short drive from Fareham town centre’s shops and cafés. Its main draws are consistent: free on-site parking, standardised Premier Inn rooms, and rates that often rank among the lowest in Fareham. HotelsCombined lists Premier Inn Fareham among properties starting around €62 per night at the cheapest end of the spectrum.

Amenities are basic but reliable: en-suite bathroom, TV, tea and coffee, and an on-site restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner. Reviews on the brand’s own page include both 2/5 and 5/5 scores, indicating that guests’ experience depends heavily on specific booking conditions and individual expectations about cleanliness or noise levels. Free parking is mentioned positively in multiple reviews as a cost saver versus city-centre alternatives.

Book direct at premierinn.com or through aggregators like Booking.com and HotelsCombined. The direct booking route sometimes includes rate guarantees or free cancellation.

What to watch: Parking is free, but the property is not walkable to central Fareham for most travellers. You will likely need a car or taxi to reach the town centre. If you plan to drink at the on-site restaurant, budget for a taxi or designate a driver.

Lysses Hotel Fareham: traditional pub-charm alternative

Lysses Hotel is a traditional Fareham hotel located in the town centre. It operates with an on-site restaurant, which is a common search criterion among “Fareham hotel restaurant” queries. The property occupies a historic building and positions itself as a mid-range alternative to chain hotels like Premier Inn and Holiday Inn.

Detailed review data from major platforms is limited compared to the larger chains. Lysses appears on Booking.com and HotelsCombined, but its review sample sizes are smaller—review volumes are not publicly reported in the research sources. Guest comments referenced in related searches mention the restaurant and central location as positives, while some note that the building’s age means rooms can vary in quality.

The trade-off: Lysses offers more character than a Premier Inn but less predictability. If you value a central location and on-site dining, it is worth comparing direct rates against those on Booking.com.

Comparing your options: side-by-side hotel table

Fareham hotel comparison

Hotel Name	Chain / Brand	Price range (per night)	Key amenities	Location highlights
Premier Inn Fareham	Premier Inn	€62–€110	Free parking, on-site restaurant, en-suite rooms	Near Segensworth Business Park, 5-min drive to town centre
Holiday Inn Fareham	IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group)	€80–€140	Gym, restaurant, bar, free Wi-Fi, parking	Near Junction 11 of M27, close to Whiteley shopping centre
Lysses Hotel Fareham	Independent	€75–€120	On-site restaurant, historic building, central location	In Fareham town centre, walkable to shops and pubs
Red Lion Hotel by Greene King Inns	Greene King	€70–€130	Pub with rooms, breakfast included, free parking	Near centre of Fareham, close to train station

Pros and cons of leading Fareham hotels

• Premier Inn Fareham: Pros – lowest starting price, free parking, consistent brand standards. Cons – basic amenities, location not walkable to town, variable reviews.
• Holiday Inn Fareham: Pros – good for business travellers due to motorway access, gym on-site, reliable IHG standards. Cons – slightly higher average price, can feel corporate.
• Lysses Hotel Fareham: Pros – central, historic character, on-site restaurant. Cons – smaller review base, room quality varies.
• Red Lion Hotel by Greene King Inns: Pros – pub atmosphere, breakfast included in some rates, free parking. Cons – pub noise may affect light sleepers.

Location and getting there

Fareham sits in Hampshire, between Portsmouth and Southampton, with direct train connections to London Waterloo (about 90 minutes). The M27 motorway runs past the town, with Junction 11 providing access to Holiday Inn Fareham and Junction 9 near Premier Inn Fareham and Segensworth Business Park.

Most Fareham hotels cluster near the motorway junctions or within walking distance of the town centre. Premier Inn is about 2 miles from the train station; Holiday Inn is roughly 1.5 miles. Lysses Hotel and Red Lion are in the centre, within a 15-minute walk of Fareham railway station. Taxis from the station to peripheral hotels cost approximately £7–£12.

Why this matters: If you are arriving by train, staying in town (Lysses, Red Lion) eliminates taxi costs. If you are driving, the outer hotels (Premier Inn, Holiday Inn) offer free parking and avoid town-centre traffic.

Alternatives to consider

Beyond the four properties in the comparison table, two other options deserve attention:

• Solent Hotel & Spa: Located near Whiteley, about 10 minutes from Fareham centre. Scores 8.0/10 on HotelsCombined (1,552 reviews). Full spa and pool. Higher average price but strong reviews.
• voco Fareham – Solent by IHG: Sister property to Holiday Inn but more upscale. 130 super-king bedrooms, refurbished interior, spa, gym, and pool. Over 1,700 Google reviews. A strong alternative for travellers willing to spend more for facilities.