Southport has a proper range of accommodation. Victorian hotels on Lord Street, seafront options on the Promenade, B&Bs in Birkdale village, and quieter stays in Churchtown. The question is which type suits you and what you're doing here.
If you're visiting for The Open 2026 at Royal Birkdale (12–19 July), most good options are already gone. Book whatever is left immediately. If you're here for anything else, availability is generally fine outside peak summer weekends.
From £60/night
Birkdale / Lord St
Premier Inn South
Jul & Aug 2026
The Main Hotels in Southport
The Scarisbrick Hotel
The Victorian option. Been on Lord Street since 1845 and it looks the part. Good central location, rooms vary in quality so it's worth reading recent reviews before booking. Popular with weddings and events. The bar is decent.
The Vincent Hotel
The contemporary choice. Modern, well-run, popular with couples and weekend breaks. Spa facilities on site. Food is reliable. Probably the most consistent option in town if you want something smart without the heritage quirks.
The Metropole Hotel
Solid mid-range option on the Promenade with sea views. Good value for what it is. Popular with families and groups. The location is great for beach access — you're right on the seafront. Not the most stylish but it does what it says.
Premier Inn Southport Town Centre
Reliable, consistent, and priced accordingly. Near the train station and a short walk into town. No surprises in either direction. If you want a guaranteed room at a fixed price, this does the job.
Premier Inn Southport South
The second Premier Inn, further south towards Ainsdale. Slightly further from the town centre but useful if you're visiting for golf or the beach at the southern end. Free parking, which the town centre option doesn't always have.
Price guide
Prices increase significantly during Open week (12–19 Jul), Flower Show (20–23 Aug) and Air Show (29–30 Aug). Book well in advance for these dates.
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Check Hotels on LateRoomsChoosing Where to Stay
Southport is not large but it has distinct areas and the one you pick makes a difference.
Town Centre / Lord Street
The most central option. You're walking distance from restaurants, bars, shopping and the seafront. The Scarisbrick and The Vincent are here. Higher prices at weekends and during events. Lord Street is genuinely one of the best high streets in the North West so staying on it or near it is a good shout.
Seafront / Promenade
Sea views and direct beach access. The Metropole is here. Good for families who want to roll out of bed and onto the sand. Can be busy in summer. Marine Drive car park (PR8 1RX) right there.
Birkdale Village
The most sought-after area for Open week (Royal Birkdale is walking distance). Quieter, more upmarket feel. The village itself has good independent restaurants and a proper local atmosphere. B&Bs and guest houses rather than big hotels. Goes first in July.
Churchtown
The old village at the north end of Southport, where I live. Quieter, greener, and better value than the seafront. A few good B&Bs. Excellent pubs. The Botanic Gardens are here. About 10 minutes from town by car. Worth looking at if you want calm over convenience.
The Open 2026 at Royal Birkdale
The Open Championship runs 12–19 July 2026. Most Southport accommodation in walking distance of Royal Birkdale is already fully booked. If you haven't sorted a room, look at Formby (L37 postcode), Ormskirk, Ainsdale, and even Blackpool as fallback options. All are within 20–40 minutes of the course. For golf packages that include travel and hospitality, specialist operators can often find options when standard searches can't.
Self-Catering and Holiday Lets
There are holiday apartments and self-catering properties around the Southport seafront and town centre, and a smaller number of cottages and houses in Churchtown and Birkdale. They make more sense than hotels for longer stays, families who need kitchen space, or groups who want to spread out.
Self-catering in Southport tends to be reasonable value for the area. The Sefton Coast more broadly — Formby, Ainsdale, West Lancashire — has more options if you're flexible about being a short drive from town.
Browse Self-Catering on Cottages.comB&Bs and Guest Houses
Southport has a good number of B&Bs and guest houses, particularly in Birkdale and along the Promenade. They tend to be better value than the big hotels and offer a more personal stay. Quality varies more than with chains, so recent Google and TripAdvisor reviews are worth reading before booking.
For Open week, Birkdale B&Bs are as in-demand as the hotels. The owner-run guest houses near Royal Birkdale are often a better option than the town-centre hotels for golf visitors — you're walking to the course and there's no need to deal with tournament-week traffic.
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Accommodation FAQ
What is the best area to stay in Southport?
It depends what you're after. Lord Street is the most central and puts you near the best restaurants, shopping and nightlife. The Promenade is better if you want immediate beach access. Birkdale is the place if you're visiting for The Open 2026 at Royal Birkdale — it's walking distance from the course. Churchtown is worth considering if you want quiet and good value.
How much do hotels in Southport cost?
Budget hotels (Premier Inn) typically run £60-80 per night midweek, £90-120 at weekends. Mid-range options like the Metropole are £80-120 midweek. The Scarisbrick and Vincent are £120-180 per night typically. During Open week at Royal Birkdale (12-19 July 2026) and peak summer events (Flower Show 20-23 Aug, Air Show 29-30 Aug), prices are significantly higher and most good options sell out weeks or months in advance.
Is there accommodation near Royal Birkdale for The Open 2026?
Yes, but it has almost all gone. The Open runs 12-19 July 2026 at Royal Birkdale. Birkdale village properties (the closest to the course) were the first to go. If you haven't booked, check Formby, Ormskirk and Ainsdale as fallback options — all within 20-30 minutes of Royal Birkdale.
Are there self-catering holiday lets in Southport?
Yes. There are holiday apartments and self-catering properties around the town centre and seafront, and a small number of cottages and houses in Churchtown and Birkdale. They make sense for longer stays, families or groups who want kitchen facilities. Cottages.com and similar platforms list the main options.
Which hotels in Southport have free parking?
The Premier Inn Southport South (Ainsdale) has free parking. The Metropole has limited parking. The Scarisbrick and Vincent are on Lord Street and do not have dedicated free parking, though nearby car parks are available. The Open 2026 period is tricky for parking — check each hotel's policy when booking.
Do any Southport hotels have a pool or spa?
The Vincent Hotel has spa facilities including treatments and a thermal suite. Some of the larger hotels have basic leisure facilities. For a proper spa day, The Vincent is the most reliable option in the town centre.
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