465 reviews
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$114Greatbridge Road, Timsbury, SO51 0HB, United Kingdom
465 reviews
1/63
Restaurant
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Bar
Sun deck
Parking On Site
Terrace
The Duke on The Test is a welcoming inn in Romsey, United Kingdom, perched on Greatbridge Road just 1.3mi from the town center. With 465 reviews, this pet-friendly option hosts travelers looking for a comfy base with character. Minimum price starts from $114 per night, offering good value for those exploring Hampshire.
Here, convenience comes first: private parking and on-site parking are both free, WiFi is free, and there’s a restaurant and bar on site. Guests can enjoy a streaming service like Netflix, a sun deck, terrace, and a garden, plus non-smoking rooms, wheelchair accessibility, and extra-long beds (over 6.5 feet). The room amenities include a bathtub and free toiletries, while kids' meals are available for a surcharge.
Greatbridge Road places The Duke on The Test within easy reach of Romsey's charm, yet far enough for a peaceful night’s sleep. The inn is family- and pet-friendly (with extras for pets and kids' meals) and offers handy touches for longer stays, such as free on-site parking and reliable free wifi. Book a stay to enjoy a blend of traditional inn vibes with modern comforts at a reasonable price.
On-site dining at The Duke on The Test offers British cuisine in an atmosphere that can feel family-friendly, traditional, modern, or romantic—whatever the mood, there's a setting to match.
Pet-friendly stays are welcome, with charges possible for pets. For families, extras for pets and kids’ meals are available. Netflix provides evening entertainment, and outdoor spaces include a sun deck, terrace, and garden. Non-smoking rooms keep the air fresh, and free WiFi helps stay connected. Parking is free on-site, making arrivals easy.
Situated on Greatbridge Road, the inn sits within easy reach of Romsey’s charm yet remains a tranquil retreat. Minimum price starts from $114 per night, offering solid value. Payment options include Mastercard, American Express, Visa, Maestro, and Solo, with cash not accepted.
Closest airports
Southampton / Weather Centre
7.4miBournemouth Airport
21.7miLondon Heathrow Airport
55.4miLondon Gatwick Airport
58.4miBristol Airport
58.8miRestaurant
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Bar
Sun deck
Parking On Site
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Bathtub
Free toiletries
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Deluxe, Doubleortwin
1 Double Bed
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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Deluxe
1 King Size Bed
2 Twin Beds
205 sqft
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Tea/Coffee maker
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Room - 4 King, Private Bathroom
4 King Size Beds
215 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Terrace
Flat-screen TV
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Room - 2 King, Private Bathroom
2 King Size Beds
205 sqft
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Shower
Free toiletries
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King Room, Private Bathroom
1 King Size Bed
215 sqft
Private Bathroom
Terrace
Flat-screen TV
Shower
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Room - 2 Twin
2 Twin Beds
195 sqft
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Shower
Free toiletries
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Room With Sea View
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Standard Room
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8.8
465 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Featured reviews:
Anonymous
8.2
August 2025
Breakfasts were very good. Nearness to river walk. It being only 12 room hotel. Small patio adjoining room. Being on a ground floor.
We paid for a dog and got no facilities like a dog bed or bowl which were advertised. There was a definite sewage smell which was worse at times if the wind direction changed. On investigation it was bad where you leave the walkway to take the path to the river. Was it a Ceptic tank overflow ? Access to the nature reserve which again was advertised. No staff could help with how we could get there. We tried ourselves and found nowhere to park.
Nikita145
9.1
July 2025
Staff were friendly and very attentive. We took our small dog with us and he was made very welcome too. We had dinner which was freshly cooked and delicious. Lovely ambience in the pub itself. Their are dog beds/towels/water bowls and biscuits in the corridor for guests to use for their dogs. Breakfast was also freshly prepared and again delicious. Love the additional touches of wellington boots and umbrellas which guests can borrow if needed.
There was no provision for coffee in the room only tea. The bathroom was not as clean as I would have liked as there was a puddle in one corner of the room at the tap end of the bath/shower, and the plug hole in the bath was full of tissue!
Ani
9.1
July 2025
Beautiful location, lovely accessible room that really did feel luxurious with pretty little doors to a private patio. 30sec walk to the beautiful river . Easy parking, fabulous interior decor for the whole pub and rooms. Breakfast and staff were lovely too. We will definitely be back to stay have family local.
We arrived when it was very busy and had to wait 20 mins to be shown to our room even though we checked in online. . After a 4 hour drive this was a bit long to wait but enjoyed a drink in the bar whilst waiting. However this has not deterred us from revisiting from North Wales , as it was just such a lovely place to stay.
Angus
9.1
August 2025
Location between Romsey, Winchester and Salisbury ideal for those exploring the area. Beautiful well-appointed and spotlessly clean room with comfy mattress. Ample parking with private access to rooms from car park. Evening meal excellent with varied menu and really attentive staff. Breakfast was pre-paid with a few choices on the menu. Again, the staff were attentive providing good coffee, tea and juices.
Very hard pillows which impacted on sleep. We will bring our own pillows when we next stay.
Pamela
8.2
September 2024
Good location for what we needed. Comfortable spacious rooms. Breakfast was good and nice to be served instead of having buffet style which so many places offer nowadays. Overall meals in the pub were also nice. Friendly staff. Would return if in the area.
Everything was good but could have a few improvements to make it even better. No bin in the bathroom and the fan hardly worked so very damp after taking a shower. We were in an upstairs room and the one below smoked outside so we had smoke in the room if we had our windows opened. I was a little disappointed that when we left, and having spent 4 nights and also eaten every night in the restaurant we didn't get more of a 'hope you enjoyed your stay' they couldn't really wait for us to leave, so customer service could have been better.
Eleanor
8.2
November 2024
The location of the property is beautiful. The restaurant is cosy with the open fire and lots of private areas. The people were lovely. The drinks and food selection was great and the bed was big and comfy
There is an awful sewage smell as soon as we turned up. It was disgusting. We couldn’t open the doors in our room because of the smell. I asked a lady who worked there about this and she said “yeah it is sewage, they have tried doing something about it but it keeps coming back” We also booked a deluxe double but were given the accessible room, it was fine however the wet room was so slippery after a shower and we kept walking water into the room. The shower was also not great. The cost to have a dog stay also wasn’t included in the price on booking.com so had to pay additional at the property without being made aware.
Atilla
10
August 2024
Pub and rooms were lovely- Great decor, spacious and food was top! As a family of four I was really happy with the Beaumont ‘family room’ which was able to combine two rooms into one, meaning the kids weren’t on top of us. Not the cheapest stay but all in all very reasonably priced when considering how good the rooms and food was. Special mention to the beds- Large and very comfortable! A great place to stay and recharge if like us you had visited Paultons park, which is only a ten minute drive away.
Cleanliness of the bathrooms could have been better. One toilet hadn’t been cleaned after previous use and one shower had hairs in it. Whilst one of the toilet brush holders water had been knocked/leaked over the floor.
Linden
8.2
May 2025
Beautiful location Altrincham you cent actually see the Test from the proprety. Helpfyl staff.
I was not happy to know that dogs can stay in the Rooms. Charging per item for breakfast was rather stingy. Orange juice was extra as was toast. Most hotels give you those included. There was only one bath towel for the two of us. Overall. They seem to be penny pinching. The outside garden area for the room was just part of the car park. 🥲
Martin
9.1
October 2024
Generous portions at breakfast. Bed was very comfortable. Room was tasteful. The staff was especially nice and helpful. The bar/lounge area was very welcoming. Parking was close and very convenient.
We found the food quality spotty. Flavours were generally good but cooking was spotty. For instance: soft boiled eggs were hard. Scrambled eggs were undercooked. Room was dark especially the bathroom. There were no tissues so we used toilet paper.
Mark
8.2
August 2025
Generally most was good, room to a good standard, booking in/resturant staff were very friendly and welcoming.
The sink was dirty in the room, also biggest frustration was the WiFi, this connected fine but kept dropping and reconnecting every 30 seconds or so. Tried on 3 devices. Phone connected in bar area fine. Also, possibly linked, was the tv didn’t work, or particularly pictures didn’t, only sound on freeview.
Attractions
Paultons Park
6.3miNew Forest National Park
9.9miSalisbury Cathedral
13.5miSalisbury Museum
13.6miOld Sarum
14.5miBombay Sapphire Distillery
18.1miStonehenge
18.4miHighclere Castle
22.9miJane Austen's House Museum
23.9miPortsmouth Historic Dockyard
24.9miOld Wardour Castle
25.7miRussell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
25.7miGodshill Model Village
28.1miPoole Harbour
29.9miBrownsea Island
30.1miAttractions
Paultons Park
6.3miNew Forest National Park
9.9miSalisbury Cathedral
13.5miSalisbury Museum
13.6miOld Sarum
14.5miBombay Sapphire Distillery
18.1miStonehenge
18.4miHighclere Castle
22.9miJane Austen's House Museum
23.9miPortsmouth Historic Dockyard
24.9miOld Wardour Castle
25.7miRussell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
25.7miGodshill Model Village
28.1miPoole Harbour
29.9miBrownsea Island
30.1miAirports
Southampton / Weather Centre
7.4miBournemouth Airport
21.7miLondon Heathrow Airport
55.4miLondon Gatwick Airport
58.4miBristol Airport
58.8miThe Duke on The Test
Cuisines
Ambiances
Restaurant
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Bar
Sun deck
Parking On Site
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Accessibility
Bathroom emergency cord
Entire unit located on ground floor
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Toilet with grab rails
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible
Bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Food & Drink
Bar
Kids' meals
Restaurant
Tea/Coffee maker
Wine/Champagne
Front Desk Services
Express check-in/out
Invoice provided
General
Carpeted
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Hardwood or parquet floors
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Pet bowls
Pet Friendly
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Electric kettle
Living Area
Desk
Sitting area
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Radio
Streaming service (like Netflix)
TV
Outdoors
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Sun deck
Terrace
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Clothes rack
Drying rack for clothing
Fan
Fold-up bed
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Safe
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
From 15:00
Until 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 10:00
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
3+ years
The price in GBP has been converted to show you the approximate price in USD.
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Visa,
Mastercard
This property does not accept cash.
Does The Duke on The Test allow guests to stay with pets?
Absolutely! You are more than welcome to stay with your pet at The Duke on The Test. The hotel allows pets, and the best part is that they can stay for free! No extra charges or hidden fees will be added. You can enjoy your stay knowing that your furry friend is welcome by your side.
At what times are check-in and check-out at The Duke on The Test?
The Duke on The Test offers check-in timings from 03:00 PM to 09:00 PM. Make sure to check out by 10:00 AM.
Is there parking available at The Duke on The Test?
Yes, The Duke on The Test offers free private on-site parking and does not require parking reservations.
What are the rates at The Duke on The Test?
The entry-level price at The Duke on The Test is $114. These rates are subject to change based on room selection and travel dates. Kindly input your dates to view current rates.
Which room categories can I book at The Duke on The Test?
The Duke on The Test hotel offers Double Rooms with Private Bathrooms that are 205-215 sqft in size and can accommodate 2 adults. These rooms do not allow smoking and have either 2 or 4 king-size beds. Additionally, the hotel has Twin Rooms that are 194 sqft in size and also accommodate 2 adults. These rooms have 2 twin beds and do not allow smoking.
What activities does The Duke on The Test offer?
At The Duke on The Test hotel, guests can enjoy a variety of leisure amenities during their stay. To start, they can indulge in some delicious meals at the on-site restaurant, Restaurant #1. Furthermore, the hotel offers a bar where guests can unwind and enjoy a refreshing drink. For those looking to soak up the sun and enjoy some outdoor relaxation, the hotel also has a sun deck available. Unfortunately, no further information is provided about additional amenities at the hotel.
Are there restaurants located within The Duke on The Test?
The data does not provide any information about the number or names of the restaurants available at The Duke on The Test. Therefore, it cannot be determined if there are hotel restaurants on site.
Does The Duke on The Test accept credit cards?
Yes, The Duke on The Test does accept credit cards. Visa is one of the accepted payment methods. Additionally, you can pay with cash as well.
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