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Acapulco Rooms

2.5 star property
A charming hotel just steps from everything offers the perfect spot to unwind with a drink and connect with fellow travelers in Acapulco

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Acapulco Rooms combines relaxation with comfort in a smoke-free setting. Guests can enjoy a drink at the bar while staying connected with WiFi available throughout public areas. The hotel provides the added convenience of self-parking for those exploring the area by car.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Room options

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Miscellaneous

Basic Single Room, Ensuite (Blue Room)

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Single Room, Private Bathroom (Red Room) | 1 bedroom

Economy Single Room, Private Bathroom (Red Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Single Room, Ensuite (Grey Room) | 1 bedroom

Comfort Single Room, Ensuite (Grey Room)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Single Room, Ensuite (white room) | Lobby

Basic Single Room, Ensuite (white room)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Single Room, Ensuite (Orange Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Southsea, a neighborhood in Portsmouth, is home to Acapulco Rooms. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Southsea Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Portsmouth International Port and Southsea Hoverport. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Fratton Park, or consider a night out at Wickham Estate. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as sailing. Visit our Portsmouth travel guide
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Map
56 Albert Road, Portsmouth, England, PO5 2SJ

What's nearby

  • Kings Theatre
    Kings Theatre
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The D-Day Story
    The D-Day Story
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Southsea Castle
    Southsea Castle
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of Portsmouth
    University of Portsmouth
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Southsea Beach
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Portsmouth Fratton Station
    18 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU)
    42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Teds
    1 min walk
  • The Fifth Hants Volunteer Arms
    1 min walk
  • OFFBEET
    1 min walk
  • Duke of Devonshire
    2 min walk
  • The Phoenix
    1 min walk

About this property

Acapulco Rooms

Guesthouse near Gunwharf Quays
Acapulco Rooms provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Acapulco Rooms Inn Southsea
Acapulco Rooms Southsea
Acapulco Rooms Guesthouse
Acapulco Rooms Portsmouth
Acapulco Rooms Guesthouse Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

Is Acapulco Rooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Acapulco Rooms?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Acapulco Rooms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Acapulco Rooms located?

Located in Southsea, this guesthouse is steps from Kings Theatre and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Gunwharf Quays. Wedgewood Rooms and Southsea Beach are also within 15 minutes. Portsmouth Fratton Station is 18 minutes by foot and Portsmouth & Southsea Station is 22 minutes.

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Reviews

Acapulco Rooms Reviews

7.2

Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 32 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cozy room above a pub. Comfortable and just what was needed for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bar staff was very helpful. A unique venue.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Better than staying at cookie cutter run of the mill hotel or motel. Feel the charm of British culter and hospitality. Well worth forgoing some amenities just for the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place to stay

The room was very comfortable and ensuite. Tea and coffee facility was in kitchen next door to room my only criticism is the stairs to the rooms, very steep. I was there near there weekend so the outside noise was quiet loud until about 1/2 am but thats what you get if you choose this sort of location. This is not the property fault, is mine, if i want a quieter location then i should choose out of town hotels. This is a very good place to stay !! Check with owners for parking problems that the owner can sort. He was very helpful ..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Room for a visit the Navy ships.

Other reviews have mentioned the noise problem from the bar below, and there is music until close to midnight. This was only on one of the two nights I stayed as on the first bar was closed. However, the noise from the street was loud both nights. Had to have the windows open since there was no fan in the room, which it could have used. When bar was open one could order some very good Mexican Food. Bed was comfortable and the the presence of the microwave oven and an electric kettle can save money on food. Convenient to a bus line that takes one right to the entrance of the Navy Dockyards and the historic ships. Overall a very reasonable priced room, keeping in mind that there is no on site help, the owners did keep in touch via email.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple, cheap ideal for night out out stop over
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was perfectly acceptable as was the ensuite. The stairs are very steep but there are rails. The TV had no picture on any channels. The room was quite cold, needs radiator on more hours. The position within Southsea is great - close to Wedgewood Rooms and loads of restaurants and pubs. Great price
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for work, didn't have time for drinks as busy with work
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dr Finella M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient

Good value for an overnight Efficient
Arundel castle for a day out
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Diabolical bed!!!

Room was ok for the price. Facilities ok for the price. The bed was a disgrace. The mattress must have been 20 years old, no padding on top of the springs. Dreadful nights sleep. Had to sleep on top on the duvet to get some comfort.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Playing up in and around Portsmouth.

A long overdue visit to the Isle of Wight was the reason why I was staying in Portsmouth on the Friday night. The room was more than adequate for my needs. I walked from Portsmouth City Centre and the twenty minute walk gave me a bit of thinking time about the following day. Also within walking distance is a giant Tesco store at Fratton, right next to Fratton Park-the atmospheric home of Portsmouth FC. There is a bus that passes the location,run by First Solent and which is frequent enough. I would have little hesitation about booking again in the future and would be more than happy to recommend it
Looking outside of the building. The room I was in is the white part of the building.
Looking out of the room I was in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
A very long text gives you codes etc to door and how to get to the room and shower room key, as no one at property to welcome you. TV very temperamental, with poor signal. 1 coat hanger in room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

donna

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Shower waste needs cleaning, the tray had filled with water when in use. Needs a good clean round the bottom where the shower doors are. The remote control quite dirty, couldnt find many channels on tv. If you have mobility issues, then you will struggle, as there is a spiral staircase, and narrow straircase. i had blue room and had a double bed, could of done with a bedside table instead of chair, not really much room to put a cup on. I'd say its the perfect place if you are young and want the night life, its very noisey till early hours, 3.40am people outside shouting, could hear them even with windows closed, its an old building, without double glazing,parking was anightmare! There is a seperate kitchen area and small fridge which was handy for a couple of cans of drink, kettle and crockery, i wouldn't stay again due to the noise and stairs i am 56, visiting my son at uni
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

MARCELO

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cold water in the cold does not work
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Frances

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Start with positives. Greeted by a lovely lady. She couldn't of been more helpful. The bookings process was awful not sure whose fault that was. Which resulted in many more interactions than i wanted or needed at a stressful time from a quite unpleasant man. I was traveling for surgery. The stairs were lethal. Im not fully ambulatory so really struggled. The room was incredibly hot only a tiny window. It had been wiped down but needed some tlc. It was very noisy from both the other guests and outside noise. Cheap yes but not cheerful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was in good condition and everything worked.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tor Morten

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Party-kåk

Mye støy ute fra, og musikk fra bar i 1 etg.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

DR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Window in room off street is old and poorly sealed for temperature and noise. Sounded like I was sleeping on the street.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and tidy. The bed was really comfy. Was situated in the ideal place for me. Would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing service great place to stay

Amazing atmosphere great owners will deffintly book again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Craig

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

£35 a night is overpriced!!

1. The stairs to the room are incredibly steep, not like a modern stairway. UNLESS you are in good health with NO mobility problems then you will not be able to access them. Yes, they really are that bad! Not far of the width and angle of a ladder, with tight turning landings and more ladders! 2. I had several heavy bags, the barman on arrival led me to my room, watched me struggle because of the stairs but made absolutely no offer to help what so ever. In the hotels defence though it was not the owner, Mark, but a member of staff. But I did email Mark and raised this baggage point but received no response. 3. The room was above the bar and main road. I was awoken several times because of people screaming and shouting outside. 4. My room was TINY, half the size of the one in their pictures, very hot (it was 36 outside!), no fan was provided when requested. I ended up buying one for a few pounds. This is the first b and b I have lodged at that does not provide a fan, and this was the hottest days in 40 years!!! 5. The bed was incredibly uncomfortable, a metal bar protruded mid way down. The matress was ultra thin, and hung between the metal supports. It also squeaked loudly at the slightest movement to the point I was really concerned I was disturbing my neighbour. 6. No sink In the room, just a toilet down a squeaky landing! 7. There were no refreshments provided or offered. 8..I was very uncomfortable leaving my car on the street, no secure parking at all.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

celine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Cheap and everything OK

If you're travelling alone and want a cheap place to sleep then that's a very good place The owner is lovely, there is also a little kitchen to share, you're 15min away from the beach and 20min away from the station portsmouth & sea It was a bit noisy though (friday night)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Constantin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024