The Black Hole – A Favorite for Families in Winchester

The Black Hole is a prison-themed B&B that uses original cell doors from a London prison as room entrances. Mugshots of convicts from the late 1800s line the stair walls, and each room is called a cell. A roof terrace offers views of Winchester Cathedral, and guests can bring drinks from the Black Boy pub next door up to the terrace.

Each cell has a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and underfloor heating. Rooms include fluffy towels, a comfortable wide bed, and strong WiFi. The hotel has non-smoking rooms throughout and facilities for disabled guests, including an emergency cord in the bathroom, a lower bathroom sink, raised toilet, and toilet with grab rails.

Guests can enjoy a full English/Irish breakfast cooked to order, with gluten-free options available on request. The breakfast room offers 24/7 access to a coffee machine, teas, juices, and snacks. A continental breakfast with warm dishes, fruits, and cereals is also available.

The B&B is a 10-minute walk from the city centre along the River Itchen. The Chesil Street multi-storey car park is a 5-minute walk and costs £7.80 per day. Southampton Airport is 20 km away, and Highclere Castle is 34 km from the property.

Daily housekeeping, dry cleaning, and laundry services are available. The pub next door serves food and drinks that can be taken back to the room or the roof terrace. The hotel has a designated smoking area and offers invoice provided upon request.

Theme: Prison-themed with original London prison cell doors

Rooms: 10 cells with private bathrooms and underfloor heating

Breakfast: Full English with gluten-free options, 24/7 coffee machine

Terrace: Roof terrace with cathedral views

Location: 5 min walk to car park, 10 min walk to city centre

Accessibility: Fully wheelchair-accessible facilities