Apollo Hotel Basingstoke

You're heading out past the Aldermaston Road roundabout, that busy stretch where Basingstoke's commerce sprawls, and you'll spot the Apollo. It's the kind of place you stay when you've got an early meeting or you're passing through—functional, clean, and honest about what it is. The on-site restaurant and bar are your best bet if you can't face venturing into town, serving decent enough fare without pretension. It's not where locals come for a night out, but it gets the job done for travellers and the odd business lunch.