For some people, having the time to travel far is a luxury they don’t have. Fortunately, if you are from Portsmouth, all the beautiful sights to see are just within reach. You can stroll the sandy shores, revisit the Mary Rose Museum, and enjoy splendid views from Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. You can even play tourist and check out local attractions, such as Spinnaker Tower and its unique architecture. If you’re planning a day out with the family, take the kids to Blue Reef Aquarium for an extraordinary time getting to know marine life. With so much to see and explore within your own hometown, all you need is a great accommodation to plan a fun weekend. See our recommendations of the best staycations in Portsmouth, UK, below.
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1. G Boutique Hotel (from USD 87)
This seafront hotel is near the coast, making it an ideal place to stay if you want to make a quick trip to the beach. Each room has unique interiors with a single-color theme and standout furnishing. Some even come with colored hot tubs.
You can order room service or have your breakfast at the on-site restaurant. It serves a full English breakfast, fruits, and a buffet breakfast to start your day right. Famished after spending the day in your room? Drop by G Bar which serves snacks.
2. Somerset House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant (from USD 118)
Visitors will enjoy the old-world charm of this restored Edwardian hotel 10 minutes away from the HMS Warrior warship. Each room has a unique design and is made cozy with plush furnishings and modern conveniences.
Guests enjoy an a la carte breakfast served fresh daily. You’ll have the option to dine indoors or al fresco in the tree-shaded garden. There’s a woodfire grill here that can cook pizza and other vegetarian dishes. Pets are allowed to tag along for extra charges. In-room spa services such as massages, spa treatments, manicures, and pedicures are also offered for an extra fee.
3. Royal Maritime Club (from USD 176)
This luxurious hotel with nautical-themed interiors is just a short walk from Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Gunwharf Quays’ waterfront. It offers guests well-appointed rooms with a coffeemaker, free Wi-Fi, and a TV. There’s also a game room where they can play billiards, darts, and snooker. Guys can get a haircut from the on-site barbershop. Immerse yourself in the indoor pool and hot tub to relax your body.
Satiate your food cravings at the on-site Horatio’s Restaurant which serves excellent British bistro dishes and full breakfasts. For snacks, hang out at Compass Cafe and enjoy hot and cold beverages.
4. Village Hotel Portsmouth (from USD 190)
Affordable pricing with ample parking and on-site Starbucks.
Excellent leisure facilities, comfortable rooms, and friendly staff. Self-check-in is fast and convenient.
Convenient location for accessing Portsmouth and surrounding areas, plenty of parking available.
Great bar food, superb breakfast, and a variety of dining options. Starbucks on-site.
This contemporary hotel features an industrial-themed interior with rainbow accents. It’s the perfect establishment for those who will be working during their staycation. After hosting a conference in one of the business facilities on site, you can book a room to unwind for a few days.
Book the Club Room for free access to the indoor pool and fitness center. There’s also a wellness center where you can sit in the sauna or attend yoga classes to burn those extra calories. Alternatively, you can enjoy a tummy-filling meal at the on-site Village Pub and Grill. There’s also an on-site Starbucks Cafe if you’re craving your favorite Frappuccino.
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5. Holiday Inn Portsmouth, an IHG Hotel (from USD 145)
This seafront hotel offers stylish modern accommodation within walking distance of the city’s dock. Here, you’ll enjoy capacious, air-conditioned rooms with a flat-screen TV, coffee maker, and luxurious ensuite bathrooms. It has banquet facilities and a cozy, colorful lobby where you can mingle with other guests.
You’ll also have access to the on-site health club where you can work out, relax in the sauna, simmer in the hot tub, or swim in the indoor pool. Enjoy Italian, Indian, and British cuisine from breakfast until dinner at the on-site The Warrior restaurant.
6. Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays, an IHG Hotel (from USD 169)
This family- and pet-friendly hotel offers capacious rooms with TVs where you can watch pay movies, facilities to make your own coffee, and ensuite bathrooms with showers. Select rooms offer dock views. A continental breakfast is provided for guests, served in a relaxing lounge with modern interiors.
If you’re in need of a nightcap, you can quench your thirst at the on-site bar. You can also go shopping, watch a movie, or go bowling at the nearby Gunwharf Quays.
Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays, an IHG Hotel
Address: The Plaza, Gunwharf Quays
7. Queens Hotel (from USD 180)
Reasonable pricing for midweek stays; breakfast at additional cost.
Beautiful historic building with stylish modern twist; spacious rooms with sea views; some areas may need updating.
Excellent seafront location with easy access to Southsea and historic dockyard; lovely outdoor space; close to ferry ports.
Very good food and friendly staff; excellent breakfast with extensive choice; some issues with slow service and high drink prices.
Bring your kids and pets to this Edwardian-style hotel across Southsea Common and near the beach. Enjoy well-appointed rooms offering views of the Isle of Wight and the Solent while sipping your coffee in your thick-cushioned bed.
Dine at the on-site Restaurant 1865 and relish a buffet breakfast in opulent surroundings. You can also chill out at Duke’s Bar and try the delicious grill dishes paired with handcrafted cocktails. After, you can pass time on the outdoor furniture, terrace, or private garden.
The Queens Hotel
Address: Clarence Parade, Southsea
8. ibis Portsmouth (from USD 69)
This hotel features contemporary interiors in a white, black, and red palette. Its cozy and stylish rooms offer a work desk for digital nomads and a flat-screen TV offering on-demand movies. You can mingle with other guests in the huge bar lounge which features coffee tables and board games.
Enjoy pastries and coffee at The Cafe Bar on site which also serves international dishes. This hotel is wheelchair friendly, offering rooms that are suitable for people with mobility issues along with an elevator for easy access to upper floors.
ibis Portsmouth
Address: Winston Churchill Avenue
9. Royal Beach Hotel (from USD 61)
If you’re looking for a place to park for the night while staying close to the beach, then come to Royal Beach Hotel. Up to 48 vehicles can be accommodated in the hotel parking lot and they also offer on-street parking on the nearby roads. With the Solent nearby, you’ll have awesome views of the shore from your guest room window.
This Victorian-style hotel has a mix of vintage and modern facilities. Relish international and traditional English cuisine at the on-site stylish Ark Royal Restaurant. It offers kiddie meals for an extra charge. You can also make use of the paid barbecue facilities.
10. Seacrest Hotel (from USD 116)
Relish breathtaking views of the Isle of Wight, the Solent, or lush Venetian gardens from your elegant guest room at Seacrest Hotel.
This hotel boasts rooms with an old-world charm decorated with a mix of modern and vintage furnishings. It’s supplied with a desk to do remote work while sipping a cuppa brewed using the in-room coffeemaking facilities. The restaurant offers a full English breakfast with a buffet option. You can also hang out in the cozy fireplace lounge.
Seacrest Hotel
Address: 11/12 South Parade, Southsea
Enjoy your break at Portsmouth
Portsmouth offers a lot of options where you can take a relaxing staycation. The selection ranges from the most stylish, contemporary hotels to Edwardian-style buildings offering modern luxuries. You’ll be happy to take a few days off in one of these accommodations.
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