Harbour Hotel & Spa Chichester, Chichester ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

North Street, Chichester, United Kingdom, Po19 1nh

Harbour Hotel & Spa Chichester is housed in a beautifully restored Grade II listed Georgian building. The hotel combines modern elegance with classic architecture, featuring grand fireplaces and full-height sash windows. Its location provides easy access to cultural attractions, including the nearby Chichester Cathedral and the Oxmarket Centre of Arts. As the only hotel in Chichester with a subterranean spa, it offers unique opportunities for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Location

Conveniently situated just a 15-minute walk from the center of Chichester, the hotel is easily accessible by public transport. It is approximately 90 minutes by train from London Victoria and 30 minutes from Southampton and Gatwick Airports. For guests driving, on-site parking is available for a fee, while alternative public parking solutions are within walking distance. The hotel is located at the top of North Street, placing it near local boutiques, art galleries, and cultural landmarks.

Rooms

The hotel features a variety of rooms, many of which showcase original Georgian details blended with contemporary furnishings. Cozy double rooms are known for their inviting atmosphere and modern bathrooms. Select rooms provide scenic views overlooking Priory Park or the historic rooftops leading towards Chichester Cathedral. A luxurious private cottage adjacent to the main hotel offers guests secluded comfort for romantic getaways or special occasions.

Eat & Drink

The Ship Bar & Restaurant serves as the focal point for dining, where award-winning Chef Patron Alex Aitken crafts menus highlighting regional flavors and seasonal ingredients. Guests can enjoy everything from casual meals like fish and chips to sophisticated culinary creations. Afternoon tea is also available, featuring a delightful assortment of pastries, scones, and finger sandwiches. The venue offers a stylish setting for both relaxed meals and celebratory dining experiences.

Leisure & Business

HarSPA provides a tranquil escape with its steam room, hydrotherapy pool, and four luxurious treatment rooms, offering a range of wellness therapies. The hotel also has flexible event spaces that can accommodate various functions, from corporate meetings to wedding receptions, with the option of bespoke catering from The Ship. Guests are encouraged to utilize the leisure facilities throughout their stay, including gym access and spa treatments.

“The hotel is perfectly situated just a short walk from the city center and adjacent to a lovely park for leisurely strolls.”view full review

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“Exceptional service in a charming, central location!” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(8.3)

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

from 07:00-11:00

Amenities

Public parking is possible on site at GBP 10 per day.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP18 per person per day.

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets are not allowed.

English, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Russian

Year renovated:2009

Number of rooms:37

Former name

The Ship Hotel

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

King Room

Max:

2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Superior Double Room

Max:

2 persons

14 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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One-Bedroom Cottage

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2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Getting around

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City Center

Chichester1400 ft

Airports

Southampton (SOU) 32.5 mi

London Gatwick (LGW) 44.1 mi

Train

Chichester Train Station3000 ft

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Comfortable Oasis

My room was well-appointed with a wonderfully comfortable bed, ensuring a great night's sleep.view full review

Delicious Dining

The restaurant served the best gluten-free fish and chips I've ever tasted, along with a wide variety of breakfast options.view full review

Easy Parking

It was a relief to find available parking on-site, plus free street parking nearby later in the day.view full review

Refreshing Showers

The shower had fantastic water pressure, making it a delightful part of my stay.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Baggage storage
Locker room
Elevator

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Sports trainer

Services

Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Board games
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Location

North Street, Chichester, United Kingdom, Po19 1nh

Map view

North Street, Chichester, United Kingdom, Po19 1nh

City landmarks

Planetarium

South Downs Planetarium and Science Centre

3800 ft

Roman Way Fishbourne

Fishbourne Roman Palace

1.4 mi

Goodwood Motor Circuit

1.8 mi

Mall

Chichester Gate

3700 ft

Sir Patrick Moore Building

South Downs Planetarium

4500 ft

Peckham Lake

1.4 mi

Vinnetrow Lake

1.5 mi

Copse Lake

1.6 mi

Chichester Canal

1.9 mi

Funtington

Sennicotts

1.9 mi

Goodwood Motor Circuit

Goodwood Breakfast Club

2.2 mi

Historic Site

Goodwood House

2.8 mi

Dell Quay Rd

Chichester harbour

2.1 mi

Harbor

Dell Quay

2.1 mi

Nearby

Church

Chichester Cathedral

1700 ft

Museums

The Novium

1400 ft

Gallery

Pallant House Gallery

1800 ft

Parks

Priory Park

500 ft

South Street

Chichester City Walls

1500 ft

12 Northgate Ground floor with dark painted wood and glass frontage. Old flour mill building.

Candida Stevens Gallery

300 ft

5 East Street

Chichester's Market Cross

1100 ft

Garden

Bishop's Palace Gardens

1700 ft

Gallery

Oxmarket Centre of Arts

1200 ft

Chichester

1100 ft

Square

Chichester City Centre

1300 ft

Parks

Medmerry Park

1800 ft

North Street

Chichester HarSPA

0 ft

Church

Church Of St Pancras

1600 ft

16 The Hornet

Drapers Yard Market and Studios

1900 ft

Bishop Otter Campus College Lane Learning Resources Centre

Otter Gallery

1900 ft

Restaurants

Cafe Paradiso

200 ft

45 North Street Northgate

The Exclusive Cake Shop & Vintage Tearoom

200 ft

47 North Street

Lotus House

200 ft

48 North Street

The George and Dragon Inn

200 ft

51 North Street

The Park Tavern

500 ft

11 Priory Road

The Old Cross

400 ft

65 North Street

Luckes

600 ft

69 North Street

Bill's Chichester

900 ft

3 Buttermarket North Road

Apple Cafe

1300 ft

Waterstones Book Store 5 West Street

The Hole in the Wall Ale and Cider House

1300 ft

1A St. Martins Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

8.3

Location

8.3

Service

6.7

Dining

8.3

4/5 based on 1052 review

#7 of 9 hotels in Chichester based on Tripadvisor

Gregory

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.6/10

The hotel is located in the town, next to a lovely park, and provides a cozy atmosphere with comfortable beds in the attic space. The reception staff seemed overwhelmed, affecting the overall service speed. The cafe outside the hotel offers a great variety of cakes to enjoy. The dining experience was pleasant, with properly poached eggs being a highlight.

Rooms

8.0

The attic rooms were cozy, and the tea, coffee, and biscuits provided added a nice touch.

Service

6.0

The reception staff seemed very busy, impacting the service speed, but they tried their best under the circumstances.

Location

7.0

The hotel's proximity to a lovely park enhances the experience, although it's not very near the harbour.

Dining

9.0

The breakfast was served pleasantly, and the cakes were delightful.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a welcoming atmosphere with a lovely outside cafe for cake lovers.

William

United Kingdom, June 2023

8.0/10

The hotel is conveniently located in the center of town next to a lovely park. The rooms offer lovely views but are a bit small. The service, while slow at times, is friendly, and the dining experience is pleasant. Overall, a good value for money stay with some minor drawbacks.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms provide lovely views and are cozy but a bit small.

Service

7.0

The service, especially at the reception desk, can be slow but the staff is friendly and makes efforts to assist despite being busy.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in the center of town, easily walkable from the station and close to a lovely park.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience offers options for everyone's tastes and is pleasantly served, although it can be a bit slow at breakfast time.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities are adequate for a comfortable stay.

Nathan

United Kingdom, June 2023

8.2/10

I had a lovely stay at the hotel. The rooms were cozy and had a large South facing window which I absolutely enjoyed. The service was a bit slow due to staff shortages but they were still friendly. The location was perfect, right in the center near a beautiful park. The dining experience was pleasant with options for everyone.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were cozy with a large South facing window providing a great view. All necessary facilities were provided, and the attic space was charming.

Service

7.0

The staff seemed very busy, and service was a bit slow, but they were friendly and tried their best to accommodate guests. The reception desk was particularly affected by the staff shortage.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located in the center near a lovely park, making it easy to explore the charming English city. The outside cafe Fenwicks nearby is a gem for cake lovers.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was pleasant with a variety of options to cater to everyone's tastes. The eggs were properly poached, and the juicy burgers were a highlight.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provided all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay, ensuring a pleasant experience for guests.