Solent Hotel & Spa

Solent Hotel and Spa is a hotel with a spa on Rookery Avenue in Whiteley, near Fareham in Hampshire. It sits just off the M27, which makes it simple to reach from Southampton, Portsmouth and the surrounding area.

Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples

The Solent is a strong fit for couples who want the ceremony, meal, party and bedrooms under one roof. The hotel publishes a range of set wedding packages, so you can see what is included before you enquire. It also has a spa, which suits couples who want a quiet morning before the day or a short break afterwards.

Ceremonies

The Hambledon Suite is the hotel wedding space. The hotel also mentions landscaped gardens. It does not list ceremony capacities on its wedding page, so ask the team about room layouts and how a ceremony would be arranged.

Receptions and food

The hotel offers four packages: Classic, Elegant, Fairytale and Afternoon Tea. The Classic package includes an arrival drink, a three-course meal with a glass of wine, a toast and an evening snack. Menus offer one dish per course, and the hotel also lists evening dining options and private dining rooms. The wedding page covers suppliers in areas such as flowers, music, photography, cakes and celebrants.

Staying

Guests can book rooms and suites at the hotel. The spa has a pool, sauna and steam room, and there is a gym on site.

Getting there and the area

Whiteley is a short drive from the M27 and sits between Southampton and Portsmouth. Fareham is the nearest railway station town. The Solent coast, the New Forest and the South Downs are all within day trip distance for guests who want to stay on.

The location suits couples whose guests come from across Hampshire and beyond. A hotel with its own rooms means older relatives and friends travelling in can stay on site, while the spa gives the wedding party a place to unwind before or after the main event. The hotel also offers a brochure and wedding open days if you want to see the suite set for a celebration.

Good to know

• Located just off the M27 at Whiteley.
• Four set wedding packages are published.
• Late availability offers are listed on the hotel website.