Best Southampton holiday apartments

You’re never far from the water in Southampton, a city built between two rivers which has been a port since prehistoric times. It is linked with some of the most significant events in naval history – the Mayflower left from here carrying the Pilgrim Fathers, the Titanic set sail to its fate from the quayside and its importance as a port during World War II led to much of the city being flattened by Luftwaffe bombs. Today it has re-emerged as a modern, dynamic city which as the cruise capital of Europe is visited by some of the biggest and most luxurious ships in the world. Four million people visit each year but you don’t have to mingle with the masses to see the city. Renting a privately owned holiday apartment in Southampton from 9flats gives you a chance to get to know the local people and experience the city through their eyes.

Holiday apartments in Southampton, the city with something for everyone

The 9flats option is a great alternative to something like couchsurfing in Southampton because the apartment is for your own private use. You get your own front door and exclusive use of a home that has been decorated by the owner for their own personal comfort. 9flats has tens of thousands of similar properties around the world, from sophisticated vacation apartments in Paris to laid-back holiday beach houses in Mauritius. A holiday home in Southampton makes you part of a city that has something to offer for all ages and interests. There is a vibrant cultural and music scene, a huge range of sports and leisure activities, and attractions that will delight every member of the family.

From ships to shopping in a Southampton holiday home

Dip into the city’s rich maritime history at the SeaCity Museum, a fascinating interactive display that uses state-of-the-art technology to bring the past to life, or at the recreated 18th century shipbuilding village of Buckler’s Hard where Nelson’s warships were built. Or indulge in some retail therapy at the WestQuay Shopping Centre, one of the region’s premier shopping destinations. For something a bit different while in your Southampton holiday apartment there are the boutique shops of Bedford Place which has all the atmosphere of a traditional high street coupled with a lively collection of bars and restaurants. For culture there are galleries like the world-renowned Southampton City Art Gallery, cinemas, music venues and theatres. The city’s Mayflower Theatre is the largest in the south of England and regularly has West End productions on its stage.

See England’s beauty from your Hampshire holiday home

Your Southampton vacation apartment is in the beautiful county of Hampshire which is itself well worth exploring if you fancy a day out from the city. With 9flats you could also tour the neighbouring county of Dorset from a vacation home in Bournemouth. And London is not to be missed. 9flats has a great range of holiday flats in London to suit all budgets. With 9flats you will sleep easy wherever you are.