What is Portsmouth City Centre like?

Portsmouth City Centre is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its bar scene and array of dining options. Are you looking for Portsmouth City Centre travel tips? Make sure that you visit Portsmouth Guildhall and New Theatre Royal while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Portsmouth City Centre?

Based on our traveller data, ibis Portsmouth Centre is one of the top choices for your stay in Portsmouth City Centre. This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Gunwharf Quays, and it offers a restaurant and a bar.

How many hotels are there in Portsmouth City Centre?

When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Portsmouth, you can choose from 11 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Portsmouth City Centre.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Portsmouth City Centre.

What is there to do around this Portsmouth neighbourhood?

Sights like Portsmouth Guildhall and New Theatre Royal can be part of your cultural tour of Portsmouth City Centre. When you're sightseeing in Portsmouth, Dockyard Apprentice and Gunwharf Quays are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Portsmouth City Centre and the greater Portsmouth area?

If you want to venture out of town, Portsmouth & Southsea Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at Portsmouth (PME-Portsmouth and Southsea Train Station). If you want to explore what's across the water, take a ferry from the port.

Portsmouth City Centre hotels, Portsmouth, United Kingdom: Portsmouth Hotel Guide

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Our top choices for Portsmouth City Centre hotels

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1. ibis Portsmouth Centre

Portsmouth City Centre

Sarah

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A restaurant with multiple tables, bar stools, hanging pendant lights, and a view of the city through large windows.

2. Premier Inn Portsmouth City Centre

Portsmouth City Centre

Charlotte

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

3. Royal Maritime Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Portsea, 0.9 km from Portsmouth City Centre

Debra

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

4. Ship Leopard Hotel – No Children

Portsea, 1 km from Portsmouth City Centre

Dean

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A bar with shelves stocked with various liquor bottles and glasses.

5. Keppel's Head Hotel

Portsea, 1 km from Portsmouth City Centre

Steven

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bar area with wooden chairs and a counter displaying various bottles.

6. Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

1.1 km from Portsmouth City Centre

Ian

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A corner bathtub with a built-in heater, surrounded by teal tiles.

7. G Boutique Hotel

Southsea, 2.3 km from Portsmouth City Centre

Natasha

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

8. The Queens Hotel

Southsea, 1.4 km from Portsmouth City Centre

Lesley

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel building with a sign indicating it is part of the ibis budget chain.

9. ibis budget Portsmouth

Southsea, 1.8 km from Portsmouth City Centre

Christopher

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

10. Ashbys

Southsea, 1.6 km from Portsmouth City Centre

Maureen

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a globe on a shelf, and a blue wall with framed pictures.

11. Farmhouse Innlodge by Greene King Inns

3.7 km from Portsmouth City Centre

Fiona

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern cafe interior with a seating area, tables, and a counter with menu displays.

12. Village Hotel Portsmouth

Cosham, 4.8 km from Portsmouth City Centre

Teresa

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, modern pendant lighting, and a central bar area.

13. Portsmouth Marriott Hotel

Cosham, 5.4 km from Portsmouth City Centre

Kishor

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

14. Royal Esplanade Hotel

8.7 km from Portsmouth City Centre

DAVID

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A brick building with a sign for 'The White Star' dining, bar, and rooms.

15. The White Star Tavern

24.2 km from Portsmouth City Centre

Gerald

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A restaurant with large windows offering a view of the sea and a tree. Tables are set with glasses and cutlery.

16. The Langstone Quays

9.2 km from Portsmouth City Centre

Deepak

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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17. The Seaview Hotel

8.7 km from Portsmouth City Centre

James

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a large bush.

18. Dorset Hotel

8.9 km from Portsmouth City Centre

Steve

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A large, historic building with multiple wings, a central courtyard with outdoor seating, and a well-maintained lawn.

19. Orange Grove Hotel & Gardens

15.6 km from Portsmouth City Centre

paolo

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A room with a round table, two chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a door with a sign indicating a fire exit.

20. The Crown Hotel

12.2 km from Portsmouth City Centre

Ray

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Where to stay in Portsmouth City Centre

Find the best Portsmouth City Centre 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 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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A marina with several boats docked, a pizza express restaurant, and a building with a large glass window.

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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Fratton

Though Fratton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Fratton Park and Portsmouth International Port.

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A modern sail-shaped building, a marina with boats, and a city skyline with various buildings.

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 Portsmouth City Centre Hotel Reviews

The Langstone Quays

10/10 Excellent

"The staff are amazing espeacially Tia who was always friendly, cheerful & very helpful. The breakfast food is excellent quality & replenished frequently. The area is so peaceful & relaxing. Plenty of parking."

Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"A Lovely Stay in the Heart of Town ❤️ From the moment we arrived, the reception staff were very friendly, welcoming and helpful. Every receptionist spoke really good English, which made everything so easy, and they always greeted us with a lovely smile. 😊 The hotel is in the heart of the town, which is very convenient for exploring and getting around. Our room was clean and comfortable, and the bed was very comfortable, so we had a good night’s sleep. The breakfast was okay and had enough choices to start the day. Overall, we had a lovely stay and really appreciated the warm and friendly service from all the reception staff. I would happily stay here again. 😊"

DoubleTree by Hilton Southampton

8/10 Good

"Beautiful property located in Chilwack, just outside the main Southampton area. The property is well maintained with well appointed rooms and amenities. Our rooms were spacious and bright, even with being located on the 1st floor. We had opted for the breakfast included rate, and thankful we were for the choice. Lovely tea, coffee, fruit, pastries, cereal as well as hot items. The hotel itself is a little outside the city centre, so a taxi is highly recommended for about 15 quid. We headed back into the city centre last night for a couple for a couple of drinks and food at the Scholars Arms. Again, great experience. Remember, you have to order at the bar as there is no table service. One single complaint about the hotel, if I may, our bed was not comfortable at all. It was like sleeping on the box spring only, as the mattress was either not existent or needed to be replaced. Otherwise, lovely!!"

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Our top choices for Portsmouth City Centre hotels

1. ibis Portsmouth Centre

2. Premier Inn Portsmouth City Centre

3. Royal Maritime Hotel, BW Signature Collection

4. Ship Leopard Hotel – No Children

5. Keppel's Head Hotel

6. Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

7. G Boutique Hotel

8. The Queens Hotel

9. ibis budget Portsmouth

10. Ashbys

11. Farmhouse Innlodge by Greene King Inns

12. Village Hotel Portsmouth

13. Portsmouth Marriott Hotel

14. Royal Esplanade Hotel

15. The White Star Tavern

16. The Langstone Quays

17. The Seaview Hotel

18. Dorset Hotel

19. Orange Grove Hotel & Gardens

20. The Crown Hotel

Where to stay in Portsmouth City Centre

Southsea

Cosham

Port Solent

Fratton

Hilsea

Top Portsmouth City Centre Hotel Reviews

The Langstone Quays

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