Welcome to our City Centre Bolt Hole
Welcome to our City Centre Bolt Hole
Welcome to our City Centre Bolt Hole
Welcome to our City Centre Bolt Hole
THE PIG-in the wall is a homely and characterful 12-room deli restaurant with rooms, an oasis of calm within the bustling city of Southampton.
Housed in the heart of the old town and nestled into the medieval Port Wall itself, a stay at THE PIG-in the wall offers laid-back comfort and a haven away from the hustle and bustle.
A city-centre bolt hole
Our historic townhouse, tucked neatly away as a cosy city hideaway, has all the trappings required of a short business stay combined with an unflustered homely charm – setting it apart from the usual corporate hotel scene.
Aside from its rich heritage, one of THE PIG-in the wall’s greatest features is its central location. It is a stone’s throw away from some of the city’s best benefits including a growing collection of meeting spaces and conference venues, West Quay shopping centre, Oxford Street’s fantastic selection of independent restaurants and eateries, and easy access to main transport links from Southampton’s Airport and Central Train Station.
Unplug and unwind.
Our 12 unique rooms are full of quirks, each designed to retain their original character. These range from a smaller Snug through to our spacious Suites, complete with free standing roll top baths and monsoon showers. Regardless of the room you settle on, we don’t shirk on quality. you’ll find tactile velvets, thick woollen rugs, and woven fabrics paired with natural and earthy colours.
A personal larder will be stocked full of sweet and savoury vintage treats for you to pick from if you get peckish. Your stay includes:
- 24-hour front desk reception
- Air-conditioned, non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- A well-stocked larder
- Writing desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Private bathroom
- Electric vehicle charging station
Breakfast is available as an extra - view menu here and we also have gated, private parking at £10 per night.
Relaxed Dining
Our deli counter is just the ticket when it comes to a grab and go lunch or stay and graze supper. With a laid back and generous approach to the food and drinks served, our deli-dining experience is sure to help you sink into a contented evening of rest and relaxation after a busy day of work.
You’ll be seated in an open plan lounge amongst rustic unvarnished wood tables and chairs, the warm glow from a roaring log burner, plush sofa seating, and oodles of greenery.
We love simple, honest, homegrown and carefully created dishes that satisfy the soul. Our seasonal menus present the best of local producers on the Isle of Wight and in Hampshire and Dorset, including award winning cheese and quality cuts of meat. If you prefer to sample something from our drinks selection, we offer a variety of pale ales from Southampton’s best independent breweries, Unity Brewing, and an expertly curated wine selection from The Wine Barn and Hambledon Vineyard.
Take a look around
Explore THE PIG-in the wall
Our local recommendations
THE PIG-in the wall is within easy walking distance to some of Southampton’s best independent restaurants and bars. There are also plenty of choices for a pre or post supper drink.
Things to see
Come for business, stay for leisure. If you are looking to extend a work trip there are some incredible sights to see and things to do within the city during your visit.
This 1-mile route along the Old Town of Southampton features towers, ancient monuments, and more than a few buildings of historical significance.
You can opt to walk the Wall alone or book in advance for a guided tour with See Southampton
Southampton is a treasure trove when it comes to art. The city has spent years developing its Cultural Quarter, which includes the world-class contemporary John Hansard Gallery, and others including Solent Showcase Gallery, Southampton City Art Gallery , The Art House, and God’s House Tower.
Sea City Museum tells the story of the people of the city, their fascinating lives and historic connections with Titanic whilst Tudor House Museum is Southampton's most important historic building, revealing over 800 years of history.
Southampton has a thriving music venue collection including The Joiners, Engine Rooms and The O2 Guildhall.
Enjoy touring West End Shows musicals, opera, ballet, music and comedy at The Mayflower, the third largest UK theatre. And it's little sister MAST is a multi-art form cultural hub presenting and producing theatre, dance, musicals, music, comedy, circus, cabaret, spoken word, visual arts and family.
There are many greenspaces to enjoy in Southampton Vokes Memorial, Houndwell, Hoglands, Palmerston, Mayflower.
We have Southern England’s largest area of heathland, ancient woodland and unenclosed pasture on the doorstep of Southampton - The New Forest is well worth a wander.
Visit one of the South Coast’s premier shopping destinations with over 100 stores to choose from at West Quay.
A trip to the maritime quarter makes a memorable outing. It includes a mixed-use marina at Ocean Village, which can be topped or tailed with food from one of Southampton’s exceptional independent eateries in Oxford Street
Useful Links
Below are local links to things you may need when cruising from Southampton - whether that's long stay parking or local taxi firms. And if there's anything we can help with please don't hesitate to contact us.
- Taxi Companies: West Quay Cars, Radio Taxis
- Southampton Airport
- Train Stations: Southampton Airport Parkway, Southampton Central
- Red Funnel Isle of Wight Cowes crossing
- Clockwise Southampton Meeting rooms
- Eagle Labs Coworking office and meeting rooms
- Threefields Arena meeting space
- Central Hall Conference and meeting venue
