Our Journal, Observations on people, places, and paying attention.
Winnie's
Winnie’s is your friendly neighbourhood café & bar. Join us for delicious food, snacks and zero waste cocktails.
The Southampton Hometel
Visiting Southampton? Try room2 Southampton, the world’s first Hometel, where you can enjoy all the comforts and flexibility of your home, along with the best bits of a hotel.
What are the best day trips from Southampton?
Set on the south coast of England, Southampton’s often seen as a cruise ship city. People arrive at the cruise terminal, board and leave again. Stay a little longer and you’ll see it differently.
MinamiCon Southampton 2026
Heading to MinamiCon in Southampton? Stay at room2 for a stylish, comfortable hotel close to the venue - perfect for anime fans, cosplayers and convention weekends.
Summer Sessions Southampton 2026: Line-Up, Dates & Where to Stay
Heading to Summer Sessions Southampton 2026? Discover the line-up, venue info and why room2 is the perfect place to stay for live music weekends in Southampton.
What are the best Easter events happening in Southampton this year?
That time of year is approaching fast. The season when it’s acceptable to eat chocolate eggs for breakfast.
Things to do with kids Southampton
If you need inspiration for things to do in Southampton as a family, we’ve got you covered.
Top 8 things to pack for a sunny cruise
First-timer on a cruise and wondering what to pack? Here’s a quick guide of essentials that need to make their way into your suitcase.
Meet the founder; Robert Godwin
It’s time to sit down and pick the brain of our founder, Robert Godwin.
May Half-term Activities in Southampton 2019
Looking for May half-term activities to keep the kiddies off the sofa? From Plaster Casting to Deadly Dinos, there’s plenty to do at each venue for all ages.
Top events in the UK to look forward to in 2019
This is your complete guide to events happening in the UK to keep an eye on for the rest of the year.