Holiday Inn Express Southampton – West is located in Nursling, close to the M27. Catch ferries from Southampton Port, five miles away, and flights from Southampton Airport, a 15-minute drive away. Southampton Central Station is a short drive away. On-site parking is free for guests. Take the kids to Paulton’s Park, home of Peppa Pig World for a fun family day out, or to the New Forest National Park to spot ponies, donkeys and deer. Shop at over 100 high-street stores at WestQuay and watch musicals, opera and ballet shows at the Mayflower Theatre, both 10 minutes away. Go for a stroll or picnic in Southampton Common. Visit the interactive exhibits at the SeaCity Museum to learn about the city’s connection to the Titanic. Check out vintage aircraft and the iconic Spitfire at Solent Sky Museum, followed by a walk along the medieval Southampton Town Walls. Don’t miss Bargate, a Grade I historic gatehouse to the city. Order evening meals and drinks from the bar and relax in the hotel’s modern lounge. Before you set off, enjoy a free breakfast buffet, which includes bacon baps, coffee and a to-go option for those in a hurry.