Mercure Dolphin Hotel Southampton
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Mercure Dolphin Hotel Southampton is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at 34-35 High Street, Southampton, SO14 2HN, in the Southampton local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 14 July 2023, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Southampton oversees 1,717 registered food businesses, of which 76% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Southampton is 4.5 out of 5. As a hospitality establishment, this business is assessed on its kitchen and food storage facilities, breakfast and dining service areas, and overall standards of food handling across the premises. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ.
Details
- Business Type
- Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
- Address
- 34-35 High Street, Southampton
- Postcode
- SO14 2HN
- Local Authority
- Southampton
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 220286
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Mercure Dolphin Hotel Southampton?
Mercure Dolphin Hotel Southampton has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Southampton.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was Mercure Dolphin Hotel Southampton last inspected?
Mercure Dolphin Hotel Southampton was last inspected on 2023-07-14. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is Mercure Dolphin Hotel Southampton located?
Mercure Dolphin Hotel Southampton is located at 34-35 High Street, Southampton , SO14 2HN, in the Southampton local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SO14 postcode area.