Cruise and Stay

Portsmouth spinnaker tower

Located just 25 minutes drive from the ports of Southampton and Portsmouth, and within easy reach of the M3 and M27, our Cruise and Stay Package is a great option for anyone departing from the nearby ports.

Sofa seating with sofa chair and coffee table in the middleExterior of Lodge at Solent with balcony rooms and Parson's Collar Pub with blue sky

Start your holiday the relaxed way

Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay before your cruise, allowing you to begin your holiday feeling refreshed and ready for adventure.

Relax in one of our Standard Double rooms and wake up to a leisurely continental breakfast before continuing your journey to the port. With complimentary long-stay parking included for up to 15 days, you can leave your car with confidence while you enjoy your time away.

Package includes:

  • Overnight stay in a Standard Double room
  • Continental breakfast the following morning
  • Dedicated complimentary long-stay parking for up to 15 days

 

Whether you’re embarking on a short getaway or a cruise of a lifetime, our Cruise & Stay package offers the perfect start to your holiday.

Standard family double bed with sofa and desk with blue chair

Package includes

Overnight stay in Standard Double Room
Continental breakfast
Long-stay parking for up to 15 days
EV charging

Things to do

Looking for things to do during your stay? Here are some of our favourite local attractions and places to visit during your staycation at the Lodge at Solent.

Coastal Beaches

Being so close to the coast you can soak up the sun at the coastal spots of Lee-on-Solent and Hill Head beaches. Take a stroll on the beach, jet ski or browse the shops. This stretch is popular with water sports enthusiasts offering sailing and windsurfing as well as a popular fishing spot.

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A beach at sunset with grass and bushes

New Forest

Discover some of the most beautiful and charming forestry in all of England in the New Forest National Park. Once serving as a royal hunting ground for William the Conqueror and becoming a national park in 2005, with over 140 miles of tracks and footpaths, the park is perfect for a day of walking.

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A horse grazing on a hill with purple flowers

Paultons Theme Park – Home of Peppa Pig World

The park is home to Peppa Pig World, where you can enjoy all the rides and meet Peppa and her friends. With more than 70 rides in the park set in the 140 acres just on the edge of the New Forest, there is an attraction for all ages.

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Peppa pig figure at Paultons Theme Park

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Portsmouth is a working Naval Base and is home to a collection of interesting attractions including historic ships like the HMS Warrior 1860 and museums. Portsmouth Dock is special in the fact it is the only place to find Royal Navy past, present and future a must-see when visiting the dockyard.

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HMS Warrior in Portsmouth Harbour

Sea City Museum

Sea City Museum tells the story of the people of the city of Southampton and their lives. Find out more about the historic connections with Titanic and the sea. Discover the maritime history and see it come to life through an interactive experience designed for all the family.

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Sea City Museum with a clock tower

Titchfield Nature Reserve

Stretching across 369 acres of the Meon Valley the reserve features a river, pools, meadow and plenty of walking routes. It’s the perfect place to see some of the great wetland wildlife in their natural habitat.

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Sandy beach with wooden groynes