What's it like in Old Portsmouth?

Old Portsmouth is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its monuments. Are you looking for Old Portsmouth travel tips? Make sure that you visit Square Tower and Round Tower while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's the best accommodation in Old Portsmouth?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Wellington Restaurant and Bar is the highest ranked property in Old Portsmouth. This guest house is a short 10-minute walk from Gunwharf Quays, and it offers a restaurant and a bar.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Old Portsmouth?

Expedia has 5 Old Portsmouth hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Portsmouth area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Old Portsmouth, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Old Portsmouth.

What can I see and do in this Portsmouth neighbourhood?

Square Tower, Round Tower and Cathedral of St. Thomas are landmarks that can't be missed during your stay in Old Portsmouth. A visit to Old Portsmouth Beach is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Old Portsmouth include Royal Garrison Church, Gunwharf Quays and Spinnaker Tower. When you're sightseeing in Portsmouth, Clarence Pier and Southsea Hoverport are also worth a stop.

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Our top choices for Old Portsmouth hotels

A neatly made bed with towels arranged in a heart shape, a large mirror with a mosaic frame, and two bedside lamps.

1. The Wellington Restaurant and Bar

Old Portsmouth

Joe

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a tripod.

2. Battery House

Old Portsmouth

Simon

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A waterfront restaurant with outdoor seating, a canal, and modern buildings in the background.

3. Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

0.6 km from Old Portsmouth

michelle

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a ceiling with blue beams.

4. Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

0.6 km from Old Portsmouth

Ricky

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A large ship docked at a harbor with smaller boats nearby.

5. Ship Leopard Hotel – No Children

Portsea, 0.9 km from Old Portsmouth

Kathryn

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading 'Royal Maritime Hotel.'

6. Royal Maritime Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Portsea, 1 km from Old Portsmouth

Richard

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a reception desk.

7. ibis Portsmouth Centre

Portsmouth City Centre, 1.1 km from Old Portsmouth

Cindy

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A building with a sign that reads "BOUTIQUE HOTEL" above the entrance.

8. G Boutique Hotel

Southsea, 2.7 km from Old Portsmouth

Corinne

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A staircase leading to a hotel entrance with a chandelier above.

9. Keppel's Head Hotel

Portsea, 0.8 km from Old Portsmouth

Elizabeth

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, a bathroom with a sink, and a towel rack.

10. ibis budget Portsmouth

Southsea, 2.9 km from Old Portsmouth

Steven

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A hot tub with a wooden deck, a table with chairs, and a bed with pillows.

11. Ashbys

Southsea, 1.4 km from Old Portsmouth

Charles

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A grand hall with a high ceiling, a central mirror, and a decorative ceiling mural.

12. The Queens Hotel

Southsea, 1.1 km from Old Portsmouth

Lesley

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express building with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a sign above the doors.

13. Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - North by IHG

6.8 km from Old Portsmouth

Brian

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including round tables and chairs, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

14. Farmhouse Innlodge by Greene King Inns

5 km from Old Portsmouth

Alexandra

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a glass partitioned shower area.

15. Village Hotel Portsmouth

Cosham, 5.9 km from Old Portsmouth

Matthew

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, large windows, and a high ceiling.

16. Portsmouth Marriott Hotel

Cosham, 6.4 km from Old Portsmouth

Benjamin

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A neatly made bed with a tufted headboard, two decorative pillows, and a set of folded towels.

17. The Birdham Hotel & Restaurant

11.7 km from Old Portsmouth

Steven

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A neatly made bed with white and brown pillows, a folded white towel, and a remote control on a brown tray.

18. Harper's Steakhouse with Rooms, Southampton Swanwick Marina

17.1 km from Old Portsmouth

Ian

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A historic building with multiple balconies and arched windows, likely a hotel or public building.

19. Royal Esplanade Hotel

7.4 km from Old Portsmouth

DAVID

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A room with a large window, a brown sofa, a white table, and a grey wardrobe.

20. The Boat House - Isle of Wight

7.4 km from Old Portsmouth

Aisling

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Old Portsmouth

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Wellington Restaurant and Bar	4.0 star property	5.8 34 reviews	View
Battery House	3.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 1 review	View
Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG	3.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,010 reviews	View
Ship Leopard Hotel – No Children	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 878 reviews	View
Royal Maritime Hotel, BW Signature Collection	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View

Where to stay in Old Portsmouth

Find the best Old Portsmouth areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Southsea

Southsea is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, lively bars and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Fratton Park or Kings Theatre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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A statue of St. John the Evangelist in front of a large red brick church with two towers.

Portsmouth City Centre

Victorian architecture lines the modern avenues of this port city, which has a thriving shopping boulevard and concert venues in historic buildings.

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A coastal cityscape with a prominent tall tower, a harbor, and surrounding hills.

Cosham

Cosham is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out PlayZone Portsmouth, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

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Port Solent

Portsmouth's prime destination for food lovers is an attractive marina full of restaurants and cafés of every variety, making it ideal for a meal out.

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Hilsea

When in Hilsea, you can plan a visit to Portsmouth International Port and Charles Dickens Birthplace, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Top Old Portsmouth Hotel Reviews

New Place

8/10 Good

"Clean bedroom and bathroom. Public areas not so much. When we arrived late afternoon there were empty beer bottles in the corridor near our bedroom, old, dirty, cutlery outside another, on another floor. Room service plates etc outside another. These were there still the next day at check out. Staff were not overly personable on reception either, no info. given about leisure centre on check in - would have been helpful to know swim school runs on a Saturday morning! On check out when dropping off key, 2 staff, 1 helping customer while the other seemingly ignored me and then tried to help a man that barged past me! It's a shame as this has always been a lovely hotel!"

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

10/10 Excellent

"Great great location. Don’t need to stay near the pier and pay their price. Great value at this hotel, clean , modern,well maintained and excellent location. Bar and restaurant on site so no need to venture out hunting for something. Many friends stay near pier for pre cruises but way more expensive while this hotel is only 10 minutes to pier was way more cost effective. Uber was only 8 pounds. Definitely recommend this hotel for all singles couples and family."

Second Nature Southampton

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was in a great location. Room was very spacious and clean, and breakfast was fine. I think the price was a little high, but that was probably due to location. Also, our hot water in our kept getting cool. Overall, I would recommend and will return on my next visit to Southampton."

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

8/10 Good

"The room was lovely and clean, missing a shelf in the bathroom but otherwise in great condition. We found the mattress to be too hard but the room was quiet with a nice view from the window. Breakfast was nice and the dining room wasn't crowded, the only thing missing for us was fried eggs. The hotel is in an excellent location, close to the ships and Gunwharf Quay shops, cheap/free parking was another bonus. We would return to this hotel."

DoubleTree by Hilton Southampton

10/10 Excellent

"This was my first stay in DoubleTree Southampton and it’ll be the first on my list of places to stay when I return to the city again. Friendly staff, fantastic rooms, great shower in room, great food and atmosphere and breakfast was top notch. Definitely recommend this hotel."

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Our top choices for Old Portsmouth hotels

1. The Wellington Restaurant and Bar

2. Battery House

3. Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

4. Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

5. Ship Leopard Hotel – No Children

6. Royal Maritime Hotel, BW Signature Collection

7. ibis Portsmouth Centre

8. G Boutique Hotel

9. Keppel's Head Hotel

10. ibis budget Portsmouth

11. Ashbys

12. The Queens Hotel

13. Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - North by IHG

14. Farmhouse Innlodge by Greene King Inns

15. Village Hotel Portsmouth

16. Portsmouth Marriott Hotel

17. The Birdham Hotel & Restaurant

18. Harper's Steakhouse with Rooms, Southampton Swanwick Marina

19. Royal Esplanade Hotel

20. The Boat House - Isle of Wight

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Where to stay in Old Portsmouth

Southsea

Portsmouth City Centre

Cosham

Port Solent

Hilsea

Top Old Portsmouth Hotel Reviews

New Place

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