Ellington Lodge At The Concorde Club

About

Ellington Lodge at the Concorde Club is a boutique hotel and iconic jazz venue located on Stoneham Lane in Eastleigh, Hampshire. Nestled in a former Victorian schoolhouse that once housed the old Concorde Club, the property now offers 35 rooms, each named after a celebrated jazz musician, and a cosy restaurant and bar that continue the club’s rich musical heritage. Founded in 1957 by jazz aficionado Cole Mathieson, the Concorde Club began as a small club in Southampton and moved to North Stoneham as the club grew. In 1970 the club relocated to Eastleigh where Mathieson expanded the venue into a full‑service entertainment centre. Today it boasts a 4,500‑member club, a 300‑seat concert venue, a wine bar called the Moldy Fig, and the Ellington Lodge hotel hosting guests who seek comfort with a touch of musical history. Guests staying at Ellington Lodge enjoy comfortable rooms stocked with flat‑screen TV, air‑conditioning and free Wi‑Fi, as well as the convenience of a 24‑hour front desk, concierge, and room service. Complimentary breakfast and free on‑site parking are included, making it an excellent choice for both leisure and business travellers. The hotel’s location provides easy access to local attractions such as the Eastleigh Museum and nearby dining options ranging from Chinese to British fare. The club’s reputation as the UK’s oldest jazz club under a single ownership adds to its allure. Over the decades it has hosted legends such as Coleman Hawkins, Nat Gonella, Sir John Dankworth, and many others, cementing its status as a premier destination for jazz enthusiasts and music lovers alike.