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Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

3.0 star property
Travelers start their day with continental breakfast before heading out to explore nearby shopping havens like Gunwharf Quays and historic attractions

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Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays is by the sea, offering continental breakfast and WiFi. The hotel features a bar for unwinding after visiting nearby Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Helpful multilingual staff assist guests throughout their stay.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(90 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(35 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast & View)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG is in a walkable area with great shopping. Portsmouth International Port and Southsea Hoverport are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Downs National Park and Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. 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. Visit our Portsmouth travel guide
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The Plaza Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, England, PO1 3FD

What's nearby

  • Gunwharf Quays
    Gunwharf Quays
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • University of Portsmouth
    University of Portsmouth
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mary Rose Museum
    Mary Rose Museum
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
    Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Portsmouth Guildhall
    Portsmouth Guildhall
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Portsmouth Harbour Station
    5 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Caffè Nero
    5 min walk
  • Costa Coffee
    2 min walk
  • Five Guys
    3 min walk
  • Chiquito
    3 min walk
  • Tap & Tandoor
    2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

Hotel near Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
A short walk from Gunwharf Quays, Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG provides free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Free in-room WiFi and conference space are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Self parking (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a banquet hall
  • A front-desk safe, a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Multilingual staff, 2 meeting rooms, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 130 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 2 per day)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 743 square feet of conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 2 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 2 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Spinnaker Tower and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Gunwharf Quays is steps away. Portsmouth Harbour Station is only a 5-minute walk and Portsmouth & Southsea Station is 14 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

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 496 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 307 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, good breakfast and easy parking. Comfortable hotel. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location for our stay in Portsmouth many restaurants nearby
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A pleasant stay on our return to the UK and very good value. The room was well designed, comfortable and clean and the inclusive breakfast way the best we had for a long time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bevin

Friendly staff, great breakfast, and elaborate thru safe area to shopping and the maritime museums
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel, with a great breakfast and parking. Great location for those who enjoy shopping, eating out and viastal walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely and spacious. Breakfast was very nice and plenty to choose from. Staff extremely helpful and friendly Great location. Lovely Stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant welcoming staff, breakfast could be a little hotter but still very enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, the breakfast was very good every day. We didn’t use parking facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was ideal for our visit and hotel ideally located for shopping and restaurants and local transport. Value for money and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane

Great location / did what it said on the tin !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel it self is well located. Close to the Gunwharf Quays and in walking distance from the train station and the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. The staff was really friendly. Especially when I asked how to get to the D-Day Museum. Breakfast was well stocked with the basics. The I would say is the rooms could use an upgard. But if you are looking for a well located hotel. This is for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Marian

All good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A great location for shopping and the ferry port. The parking facilities are a real bonus too. Staff were helpful and friendly making sure we were well informed about amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room Staff were brilliant 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply the best hotel of this class! Clean, friendly, extras, good quality all round. Thank you for making us feel special.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Great breakfast and location and excellent value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location easy parking and good amenities
Lovely pub great staff located in gun wharf quay
A very festive evening
Great pub located near the entrance to the dockyard
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and convenient for dining and shopping with 24 hours of free parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friendly staff very happy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and comfortable room, good selection at breakfast, just run a bit short on some items, but the manager was conscious and did fill some up 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff and a delicious breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast choices, comfy room - but a king size bed would be better. Always friendly & helpful team. Easy free parking
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room and staff lovely - Breakfast was poor quality
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was great, with an oblique view of the Spinnaker tower. It was quiet and the bed was really comfortable. The staff were absolutely fantastic, so friendly and attentive, from front of house to the cleaning staff, the breakfast crew, everyone. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Just met expectations, clean, comfortable, ok breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025