MERCURE DOLPHIN

MERCURE DOLPHIN is a hotel located in SOUTHAMPTON, UNITED KINGDOM. This hotel provides a practical and cost-effective option for travelers.

Situated in the heart of the city centre along one of the main shopping streets. Southampton railway station is just a few minutes walk away. Shops, restaurants and local attractions are all at its doorstep.The rooms are medium in size and are decorated in a modern style. All furnishing are of excellent quality offering an eclectic mix of modern and contemporary style. All have full facilities and are en suite. All bedrooms come equipped with LCD television, direct dial telephone with data ports, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities.The restaurant is an informal dining area, very bright and spacious with open log fires and a mix of modern and period features.In 1751 the hotel was extensively rebuilt and a fine Georgian frontage was added, which has remained part of the landscape of Southampton high street ever since. William IV and Adelaide, his Queen bestowed their coat of arms on the hotel which was a popular place to rest for the night in the Elizabethan era. The hotel remained fashionable during the 19th century and was host to such celebrities as Queen Victoria, Jane Austen and Thackeray.The lobby is medium sized with lots of seating. There is a bar to the left of the reception desk serving a variety of beverages.A fantastic looking hotel, well finished and right in the heart of City. (DB 08/08)