Besthotels.com - The Best Hotels in the World
  • en English

THE PIG in the Wall

THE PIG-in the wall Western Esplanade
Rated 9.0 in 394 reviews

THE PIG in the Wall is a charming boutique hotel located in the historic city of Southampton, United Kingdom. Nestled within the medieval city walls, this hotel offers a unique combination of rustic charm and urban convenience, making it a delightful retreat for those visiting the region.

THE PIG in the Wall boasts a distinctly cozy atmosphere characterized by its warm interior design and careful attention to detail. Guests can enjoy rooms that are beautifully decorated with vintage furnishings and eclectic touches that reflect the hotel's boutique nature. Each room strikes a balance between rustic elegance and modern comfort, offering amenities that ensure a comfortable stay.

The hotel's appealing setting makes it ideal for those who wish to explore Southampton’s rich cultural and maritime history. It is conveniently located near the city's attractions, including the Seacity Museum and Tudor House and Garden, as well as the bustling docks.

Food enthusiasts will appreciate the on-site deli, where locally sourced produce and freshly prepared snacks are available. The emphasis on local ingredients highlights the hotel’s commitment to sustainable and responsible hospitality. Guests also have access to dining options at its sister hotel properties, expanding the culinary experiences available during their stay.

THE PIG in the Wall caters to guests seeking a quaint yet sophisticated escape, offering personalized service and an intimate atmosphere. Its unique blend of historical charm and modern amenities provides a memorable accommodation experience in the heart of Southampton.

Climate and Weather

January
 9°
 2°
 8°
 2
Sun hours / day
 17
Rain free days
February
 9°
 2°
 7°
 3
Sun hours / day
 17
Rain free days
March
 11°
 3°
 8°
 4
Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
April
 13°
 5°
 10°
 6
Sun hours / day
 21
Rain free days
May
 16°
 8°
 12°
 7
Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
June
 19°
 11°
 14°
 7
Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
July
 21°
 13°
 16°
 8
Sun hours / day
 25
Rain free days
August
 21°
 13°
 17°
 7
Sun hours / day
 24
Rain free days
September
 19°
 11°
 16°
 6
Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days
October
 15°
 8°
 14°
 4
Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
November
 11°
 5°
 12°
 3
Sun hours / day
 18
Rain free days
December
 9°
 3°
 10°
 2
Sun hours / day
 18
Rain free days

Michelin Restaurants in Southampton and near THE PIG in the Wall

Pulpo Negro in New Alresford
Pulpo Negro
Bib Gourmand - Good quality, good value cooking
27.5km / 17.1mi
The Elderflower in Lymington
The Elderflower
18.1km / 11.2mi
Chesil Rectory in Winchester
Chesil Rectory
19.3km / 12mi
The Avenue in Sparsholt
The Avenue
20.6km / 12.8mi
The Terrace in Yarmouth
The Terrace
22.4km / 13.9mi
Hambledon Vineyard in Hambledon
Hambledon Vineyard
23.4km / 14.6mi
SeaCity Museum
SeaCity Museum
Museum in Southampton, Hampshire, UK
1km / 0.59mi
Titanic Engineers' Memorial
Titanic Engineers' Memorial
Grade II listed sculpture in Southampton, United Kingdom
1.2km / 0.78mi
Solent Sky
Solent Sky
Aviation museum in Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom
1km / 0.59mi
Southampton Tudor House and Garden
Southampton Tudor House and Garden
Grade I listed historic house museum in Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
60m / 70yd
Southampton Castle
Southampton Castle
Castle in Southampton, England
190m / 210yd
Medieval Merchant's House
Medieval Merchant's House
Grade I listed historic house museum in Southampton, United Kingdom
110m / 120yd
St. Michael's Church, Southampton
St. Michael's Church, Southampton
Church in Southampton, UK
120m / 130yd
The Cenotaph
The Cenotaph
War memorial in Southampton, England
1.2km / 0.74mi
Canute's Palace
Canute's Palace
Grade I listed building in Southampton, United Kingdom
260m / 280yd
Bargate
Bargate
Medieval gatehouse in Southampton, England
440m / 480yd
Holyrood Church
Holyrood Church
Former church in Southampton, England
240m / 260yd
St. Mary's Church, Southampton
St. Mary's Church, Southampton
Church in Southampton, UK
0.9km / 0.55mi
Central Baptist Church
Central Baptist Church
Church in Southampton, UK
1.4km / 0.9mi
St Joseph Church, Southampton
St Joseph Church, Southampton
Grade II listed church in Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
70m / 80yd
St Edmund Church, Southampton
St Edmund Church, Southampton
Grade II listed church in Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
1.8km / 1.1mi
Blechynden Terrace Park
Blechynden Terrace Park
Park in Southampton, Hampshire, England
1km / 0.61mi
Pilgrim Fathers' Memorial
Pilgrim Fathers' Memorial
Memorial in Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
120m / 130yd
Watt's Monument
Watt's Monument
Statue in Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
1.2km / 0.73mi
Rockstone Place Park
Park in Southampton, England
1.7km / 1.1mi
East Park
East Park
Park in Southampton, Hampshire, England
0.9km / 0.56mi
Town wall: the Water Gate, High Street
Town wall: the Water Gate, High Street
Building in Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
300m / 320yd
Houndwell Park
Park in Southampton, UK
0.5km / 0.34mi
Mjr. Gen. Charles Gordon Memorial
Mjr. Gen. Charles Gordon Memorial
Monument in Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
0.5km / 0.33mi
Lightvessel no. 78
Lightvessel no. 78
Lightship
1km / 0.62mi
Cross House
Cross House
House in Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
1.3km / 0.82mi
St. Mark's Church
Church in Southampton
1.8km / 1.1mi
ABC Southampton
ABC Southampton
Former cinema in Southampton, England
0.7km / 0.42mi
The Undercroft
Undercroft on Simnel Street, Southampton, United Kingdom
140m / 160yd
Southampton Common
Southampton Common
Park in the United Kingdom
2.3km / 1.4mi
Shirley Parish Church
Shirley Parish Church
Church in Southampton, UK
3.4km / 2.1mi
Christ Church, Freemantle
Christ Church, Freemantle
Church in Southampton, UK
2km / 1.3mi
Highfield Church
Highfield Church
Grade II listed church in Highfield, Southampton, UK
3.5km / 2.2mi
Mayfield Park
Recreational area in the suburb of Woolston, Southampton, England, UK
2.9km / 1.8mi
St James' Park
Recreational area in Shirley, Southampton, Hampshire, England
3.4km / 2.1mi
Avenue St Andrew's United Reformed Church
Avenue St Andrew's United Reformed Church
Church in Southampton, UK
2.5km / 1.5mi
Shirley Baptist Church
Shirley Baptist Church
Church in Southampton, UK
3.2km / 2mi
SS Shieldhall
SS Shieldhall
1955 steamship
2.6km / 1.6mi
Bitterne Manor
Bitterne Manor
Grade II listed house in Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
2.6km / 1.6mi
Riverside Park
Public park in Southampton, Hampshire, England
3.5km / 2.2mi
Church of St Mark
Church of St Mark
Church in Woolston, Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
2.1km / 1.3mi
Jesus Chapel - St Mary Extra
Jesus Chapel - St Mary Extra
Church building in City of Southampton, United Kingdom
2.3km / 1.5mi
Church of the Holy Trinity
Church of the Holy Trinity
Church building in Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
3.8km / 2.3mi
Church of St John the Apostle
Church of St John the Apostle
Church building in Marchwood, New Forest, Hampshire, England, UK
3.4km / 2.1mi
Church of All Saints
Church of All Saints
Church building in Hythe and Dibden, New Forest, Hampshire, England, UK
3.3km / 2.1mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church building in Sholing, Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
3.5km / 2.1mi

What to do in Southampton and near THE PIG in the Wall

SeaCity Museum
SeaCity Museum
Museum in Southampton, Hampshire, UK
1km / 0.59mi
Titanic Engineers' Memorial
Titanic Engineers' Memorial
Grade II listed sculpture in Southampton, United Kingdom
1.2km / 0.78mi
Solent Sky
Solent Sky
Aviation museum in Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom
1km / 0.59mi
Southampton Tudor House and Garden
Southampton Tudor House and Garden
Grade I listed historic house museum in Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
60m / 70yd
Southampton Castle
Southampton Castle
Castle in Southampton, England
190m / 210yd
Medieval Merchant's House
Medieval Merchant's House
Grade I listed historic house museum in Southampton, United Kingdom
110m / 120yd
St. Michael's Church, Southampton
St. Michael's Church, Southampton
Church in Southampton, UK
120m / 130yd
The Cenotaph
The Cenotaph
War memorial in Southampton, England
1.2km / 0.74mi
Canute's Palace
Canute's Palace
Grade I listed building in Southampton, United Kingdom
260m / 280yd
Bargate
Bargate
Medieval gatehouse in Southampton, England
440m / 480yd
Holyrood Church
Holyrood Church
Former church in Southampton, England
240m / 260yd
St. Mary's Church, Southampton
St. Mary's Church, Southampton
Church in Southampton, UK
0.9km / 0.55mi
Central Baptist Church
Central Baptist Church
Church in Southampton, UK
1.4km / 0.9mi
St Joseph Church, Southampton
St Joseph Church, Southampton
Grade II listed church in Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
70m / 80yd
St Edmund Church, Southampton
St Edmund Church, Southampton
Grade II listed church in Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
1.8km / 1.1mi
Blechynden Terrace Park
Blechynden Terrace Park
Park in Southampton, Hampshire, England
1km / 0.61mi
Pilgrim Fathers' Memorial
Pilgrim Fathers' Memorial
Memorial in Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
120m / 130yd
Watt's Monument
Watt's Monument
Statue in Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
1.2km / 0.73mi
Rockstone Place Park
Park in Southampton, England
1.7km / 1.1mi
East Park
East Park
Park in Southampton, Hampshire, England
0.9km / 0.56mi
Town wall: the Water Gate, High Street
Town wall: the Water Gate, High Street
Building in Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
300m / 320yd
Houndwell Park
Park in Southampton, UK
0.5km / 0.34mi
Mjr. Gen. Charles Gordon Memorial
Mjr. Gen. Charles Gordon Memorial
Monument in Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
0.5km / 0.33mi
Lightvessel no. 78
Lightvessel no. 78
Lightship
1km / 0.62mi
Cross House
Cross House
House in Southampton, Hampshire, England, UK
1.3km / 0.82mi
St. Mark's Church
Church in Southampton
1.8km / 1.1mi
ABC Southampton
ABC Southampton
Former cinema in Southampton, England
0.7km / 0.42mi
The Undercroft
Undercroft on Simnel Street, Southampton, United Kingdom
140m / 160yd
Southampton Common
Southampton Common
Park in the United Kingdom
2.3km / 1.4mi
Shirley Parish Church
Shirley Parish Church
Church in Southampton, UK
3.4km / 2.1mi

About Southampton

Southampton, located on the south coast of England, offers a blend of maritime history and modern attractions. One of the key highlights is the SeaCity Museum, which provides insight into the city’s connection to the Titanic, showcasing artifacts and stories related to its tragic voyage. Another notable site is the Mayflower Theatre, where you can catch a variety of performances, including musicals and plays, contributing to the vibrant cultural scene in the city.

For those interested in history, a visit to the Old Town is essential. Here, you can explore medieval architecture and historical landmarks, such as the City Walls, which date back to the 14th century. Walking along these walls offers a glimpse into the past and provides scenic views of the city.

If you enjoy the outdoors, Hythe Ferry offers a relaxing way to travel across the water, giving you a unique perspective of Southampton and the surrounding coastline. Additionally, Southampton Common is a large public park that provides space for leisurely walks, picnics, and various outdoor activities, making it a popular spot for both locals and visitors.

The Ocean Village Marina is worth exploring as well, featuring a range of restaurants and bars, alongside stunning views of the yachts and waterfront. It’s an excellent place to unwind and enjoy the maritime atmosphere.

For shopping enthusiasts, the Westquay Shopping Centre provides a diverse selection of shops, from high street brands to dining options, catering to a wide range of tastes.

Finally, for art lovers, the Southampton Art Gallery houses an impressive collection of artwork, including contemporary pieces and local exhibitions, enriching the city's cultural landscape. Overall, Southampton offers a variety of experiences that reflect its rich heritage and contemporary lifestyle.




About  |  Contact