Portsmouth
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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 Old Portsmouth Beach.
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
I asked in advance of my visit if there could be gluten free bread for breakfast (I had pre-booked breakfasts). On the Wednesday the person who greeted me (did not see her Thursday) could not have been more accommodating - she was an excellent representative of the hotel. Breakfast both days was ...
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Village Hotel Portsmouth
The hotel was noisy from 08:00 on Saturday morning with what I can only assume was a spin class being taken by someone using a mega-phone...
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG
Tired and patched up in places without any finesse.
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Gunwharf Quays Apartments
The apartment was compact and had everything we needed. Great location, amazing shopping centre on the doorstep. We would love to return.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
ANG Apartments
Cosy 3 Bed Flat in Southsea
There was no light on the Holloway. No parking until 7pm. Entrance was not very welcoming. Though house was spacious.
Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025
Popular places to visit
Gunwharf Quays
Stretching along the sea is one of Portsmouth's coolest areas, with plenty of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants as well as a contemporary art gallery.
Portsmouth International Port
Embark on a trip to Europe or enter the lovely town of Portsmouth, England, through the comfort and ease of this modern port.
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
Find heroic ships, triumphant naval vessels and World War I frigates at this dockyard, a tribute to the city’s maritime might.
HMS Victory
Lord Nelson's triumphant warship is one of the best-preserved vessels from the Napoleonic wars and one of Portsmouth's most impressive attractions.
Portsmouth Guildhall
Sing along to some of the world’s biggest names in music, laugh until you cry and join the celebrations in this central entertainment venue.
University of Portsmouth
The harbors of Portsmouth helped the city establish its importance in the world. Now this university continues innovating to deliver a global influence.
