Portsmouth
Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Portsmouth
Southsea
Southsea is a destination visitors seek out for is beaches, lively bars, and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Fratton Park or Kings Theatre while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Portsmouth City Centre
Portsmouth City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Portsmouth Guildhall and New Theatre Royal while in the area.
Cosham
Cosham is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out PlayZone Portsmouth, a top attraction in the neighborhood.
Old Portsmouth
You'll enjoy the monuments and historic sites in Old Portsmouth. You might want to make time for a stop at Square Tower or Cathedral of St. Thomas.
Buckland
Though Buckland might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Portsmouth International Port and Portsmouth Guildhall.
Royal Maritime Hotel
The corridors, room and swimming pool / sauna areas were terrible. No warnings that the property was undergoing refurbishment. Guest services were rude invading personal space. Communication was poor. Sauna switched off and wasn't advised it takes 15 minutes to heat up.
Reviewed on 10 April 2026
Village Hotel Portsmouth
room was lovely and clean, just what was needed for an overnight, the bar a lovely space to sit and chat, food looked great but we didnt have any.
Reviewed on 12 April 2026
Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG
Convenient location on Gunwharf Quays. Staff were very nice and very helpful. A shame the aircon is not working. I understand it needs repair and there is a dispute berween the hotel and Gunwharf about who is responsible for the repair. There was a some noise from nearby bars or club 'til late. Also ...
Reviewed on 13 April 2026
Gunwharf Quays Apartments
The apartment is small but ok, the furnishings are bought from a charity shop scratch and damaged! The cooker unusable no wire trays! The ensuite shower room sink hot tap dosnt work! Stained carpets !needs alot of TLC befor next let.dish washer draw boken! Could not sit in sun chairs need a wash ...
Reviewed on 6 April 2026
ANG Apartments
Stylish Southsea Home
Clean, comfortable and everything we needed for our three-night stay over the Easter weekend.
Reviewed on 12 April 2026
Popular places to visit
Gunwharf Quays
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Gunwharf Quays during your stay in Portsmouth. Amble around this relaxing area's waterfront and enjoy its lively bars.
Portsmouth International Port
Explore the waterfront in Portsmouth with a trip to Portsmouth International Port. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
You can learn about the history of Portsmouth with a stop at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Amble around this relaxing area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Portsmouth Guildhall
Get tickets for a show at Portsmouth Guildhall, a storied theater in Portsmouth. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
HMS Victory
You can browse the exhibits at HMS Victory, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Portsmouth. Amble around this relaxing area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
University of Portsmouth
Walk around the campus at University of Portsmouth as part of your travels around Portsmouth. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
