# Waterstones, Southampton — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.5/5 from 2,844 Google reviews. A mainstream and academic book retailer that encourages browsing; some stores have cafes. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/restaurants/waterstones (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Book Store # Waterstones Harbour Parade, Southampton [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9305378606498178241&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Bones](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/108032405351414985963) **In short:** Waterstones is a book store in Southampton, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2,844 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 5 September 2026 · source: Google Places A mainstream and academic book retailer that encourages browsing; some stores have cafes. Summary via Google ## About Waterstones Waterstones occupies the lower ground level of West Quay Shopping Centre. The store includes a cafe serving coffee and pastries. The cafe holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Waterstones's own website](https://www.waterstones.com/bookshops/southampton-west-qua?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM **Sunday** 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM ## What's nearby - Krispy Kreme Southampton next door - Next next door - Marks & Spencer next door - Westquay 150m away - The Bargate 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this bookstore offers a wide selection of books, board games, and other items, and features a cafe with delicious coffee and pastries. They also highlight the friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable staff. Visitors appreciate the clean, bright, and well-organized multi-level layout, which provides a calming atmosphere. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (2,844 reviews) **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Southampton Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/219837). [More restaurants in Southampton](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/restaurants) ★ 4.5 (2,844 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.waterstones.com/bookshops/southampton-west-qua?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [023 8023 2118](tel:02380232118) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Southampton **Plus Code** 9C2WWH3V+6F ### 🏨 Places to stay near Southampton Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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