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Duke of Buckingham

3.0 star property
Travelers step into a vibrant atmosphere at this welcoming inn where the staff's attentive service creates a memorable stay experience for everyone

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The Duke of Buckingham offers a lively setting near Gunwharf Quays. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, convenient luggage storage, and a smoke-free environment. Visitors consistently praise the staff for their helpful, accommodating service.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 5 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, iron/ironing board (on request)

Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, iron/ironing board (on request)

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, iron/ironing board (on request)

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Portsmouth, Duke of Buckingham is in the historical district and near the beach. Spinnaker Tower and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Clarence Pier and Blue Reef Aquarium. Gunwharf Quays is another place to visit that comes recommended. Visit our Portsmouth travel guide
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119 The High Street, Portsmouth, England, PO1 2HW

What's nearby

  • A building with a sign reading "University of Portsmouth" and a tree in front.
    University of Portsmouth
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A modern urban waterfront with a tall glass building, a canal, and surrounding commercial buildings.
    Gunwharf Quays
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A brightly lit arcade with various gaming machines, including a Monopoly board game and a Minion-themed machine.
    Clarence Pier
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by trees and a paved plaza.
    Portsmouth Guildhall
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A historic building labeled "ACTION STATIONS" with a dock and boats.
    Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Portsmouth Harbour Station
    12 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Costa Coffee
    9 min walk
  • Las Iguanas
    9 min walk
  • Parade Tea Room
    8 min walk
  • Tap & Tandoor
    10 min walk
  • Five Guys
    12 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 5 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Self parking on site (GBP 5 per day)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 5.00
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 5.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 2 2025 to March 28 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 5 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 5 per day (33 ft away)
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 5.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 5.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Frequently asked questions

Is Duke of Buckingham pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 5 per day.

What time is check-in at Duke of Buckingham?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 5.00 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Duke of Buckingham?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 5.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Duke of Buckingham located?

Situated by the sea, this inn is within a 15-minute walk of Gunwharf Quays, Clarence Pier, and Spinnaker Tower. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Blue Reef Aquarium are also within 1 mi (2 km). Portsmouth Harbour Station is 12 minutes by foot and Portsmouth & Southsea Station is 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Duke of Buckingham Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 939 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 397 out of 939 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 939 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 939 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 939 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Chris

The ensuite facilities were not up to standard.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor

Patricia

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t recommend

Receptionist was a very friendly and helpful. Room was very small. No hotel parking so we were able through hotel to pay for street parking.there were gnats on shower ceiling. There was only shower gel and a small hand soap. The best part of stay was there was a tea kettle and plenty of tea. The harbor, shopping and restaurants are approximately 15 minute walk.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
T
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Paul

Decent reasonable overnight stay

A decent, cozy, basic cottage to crush before moving on to something else. Serves the purpose and the price is very reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Happy with stay. Receptionist very helpful. Location great for attending wedding at Square Tower.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

Neelika

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed two nights at Duke of Buckingham. We found the top floor rooms very small and very challenging to transport our luggage up the many steep steps and stairways. We are two couples travelling for 5-6 weeks so have a case each. We knew there were no meals onsite. Several restaurants within easy walking distance, and a large multi food option shopping centre a good walk away. Beds were very ordinary. Pillows need to be replaced as truly unacceptable. Linen appeared fresh along with towels. Rooms did look like there had been some refurbishment, but it was still in need of some new furnishings. Parking was for a fee to have use of a permit to park on the street. We found the lack of access to parking to unload close to hotel very challenging but did appreciate the ability to have a park within a couple of streets of the venue.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Neelika

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were a 2 couples with 2 rooms given rooms on the third floor(top), and the rooms did not meet the description on the website. It indicated 5m2 for each room. Neither would have been that size! One room had window that would not close. Both rooms were very disappointing from comfort, including the pillows and the bed. We have large suitcases as travelling for 5-6weeks in UK, and the access and stairwell was very unsafe for transporting our luggage to and from the rooms. The location was good, within walking distance to eateries and shopping, and areas of historic interest. Rooms were reasonably cleans, and we expected some dust and dirt as an old building. The parking availability, even with the paid permit. was not within easy walking distance for transporting luggage. We were grateful to have accommodation in Portsmouth wharf vicinity.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Dahlia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location was great, had everything we needed. Rooms were a wee on the small side but it fit the bill for a one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The TV wasn't working but they managed to sort it for our second night. Accommodation very compact but ok if you are only using it as somewhere to put your head down after a busy day exploring.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mein Zimmer hatte einen separaten Eingang hinter dem Hauptgebäude. Das Bad war etwas beengt, aber es ging. Mein Fahrrad wurde ohne Probleme in der alten Küche des Pubs untergebracht, der inzwischen geschlossen hat. Frühstück gab es nicht, aber einen Wasserkocher mit Kaffee und Tee. Man kann ohne Probleme zu den historic dockyards laufen, um die Museen anzuschauen. Nebenan ist noch ein großes Einkaufszentrum mit outlets und Restaurants sowie einem Aussichtsturm. Die Küstenbefestigungen der Stadt sind ebenfalls nicht weit mit weiteren guten Restaurants in der Nähe.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kommen nicht wieder

Empfang gelangweilt. Kamen um 11.30 an, da hiess es lapidar wir können das Zimmer erst ab 15 Uhr beziehen. (Was jabauch i.O. ist). Aber keine weitere Hilfe. Mussten selber nach Parkkarte fragen, und ob wir in der Strasse im Nebenquartier das Auto parkiert lassen können. Antwort schulterzuckend, keine Ahnung, wenn die Strasse auf dem Plan ist, den sie uns gegeben hat, dann ja... (es war eine so schlechte Kopie, dass die Strassennamen gar nicht lesbar waren).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
sound insulation poor and noisy sani flow
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great value and location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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4/10 Poor

Maria Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The rooms have no sound isolation at all. We could hear absolutely everything happening in the rooms next to us and the hall. Besides that, basic rooms, clean but old.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Room 19.

We got the 'infamous' shed, but it wasn't that bad at all, actually I prefered it that way! No neighbours, can run out for a smoke and no need to be antsy whilst trying to get to your room. BUT despite the opened window it smelled damp, luckily not mouldy, and the bathroom door needs to be changed ASAP- the next morning you couldn't even close the door as it was warped so bad and then my partner closed it from the outside and we couldn't get it back open- my phone and watch were in there after a shower! Luckily managed to open it by using keys to wedge it out and were running short on time to inform the staff at that moment. Also be prepared for, as we call it, the portsmouth famous sinks- slim rectangles :D The shower is a bit confusing so you have to stand in cold water until you figure it out. And the noise is unavoidable by people taking bins out and the window being open, so prepare some earplugs beforehand.👍 Also some old coffee stains (i hope) on walls that desperately need a fresh coat of paint. The staff were lovely though, I enjoyed it, especially when you can pay £5 for a late check out which was sorely needed xx, oh and parking- never figured it out but we parked down the street in Grand Parade carpark, it cost around £16 per day but it was quite nearby anyways. Oh and the bed was nice too, you get whole 4 pillows which I'm so grateful about!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Stephen

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

Cracking place

Staff amazing including cleaning team. Very helpful and friendly. Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Ian

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

Tiny.

£95 for a tiny room ok it was a Saturday night but I would have been disappointed to pay £30. So small I could touch both walls with my arms outstretched. Shower and toilet room was tint as well. Not really a hotel more a place with rooms. Good location and staff were nice but could not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Jeffrey

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small stuffy rooms with no A/C and the owner can't spring for even a moderate fan. The bathroom and shower are shared. The owner can't spring to even fix the shower head which becomes a factor when one is trying to be as quick as possible in a bathroom shared with guests from 5 other rooms. Spend 20 pounds and fix the shower at least.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Bed was comfy Room was small Bathroom very small Room was too expensive for what it was. Ive stayed in a lot better hotels cheaper than this one.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Parker

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bathroom and shower were in a very tiny space. Had to kneel to take shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Jonathan

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

Perfect for purpose.

Perfect for purpose, friendly receptionist. Clean and comfortable. Could do with black out blinds on sky window and staircase window. Fan was a saviour in the heat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Disturbed sleep

The location is great. The insulation is very poor, i could hear the neighbours room the noise from the TV. The mattress is terrible, needs replacing as it was a little lumpy and bump so I couldn't get a good night's sleep for 3 days. The room was ok, the bathroom was very small just enough room for a shower and a toilet. It is walkable distance to the main historical area, the defence walls, the beautifu houses and the pubs on Spice Island so that was a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very near to Gunwharf Quay, 10 mins walk to a great setup for dining & shopping. Area was clean and bright and the hotel was spotless!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025