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The Champs

3.0 star property
Family-friendly guesthouse with free breakfast and area shuttle service

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The Champs offers genuine Caribbean hospitality with family-friendly amenities. Enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast, relax in hot springs, the spa tub, or by the outdoor pool. The restaurant serves ocean-view meals, and massages help you unwind after exploring Indian River.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View | Free minibar items, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
LCD TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View, Poolside | Free minibar items, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
LCD TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Interior

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
LCD TV
Clothes dryer
Ceiling fan
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Picard, a neighborhood in Portsmouth, The Champs is near theme parks and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Indian River and Toucari Bay can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Chaudiere Pool. Fort Shirley and Cold Soufriere are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours.
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What's nearby

  • Coconut Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Indian River - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Cabrits National Park - 12 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Batibou Beach - 26 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Mero Beach - 27 min drive - 16.4 miles

Getting around

  • Marigot (DOM-Douglas - Charles) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soursop Bar And Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Keepin' It Real - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Riverside Breeze Restuarant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Purple Turtle Beach Club - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Champs

Family-friendly guesthouse near Indian River
Located close to Fort Shirley, The Champs provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, 2 beach bars, and a poolside bar. Adventurous travelers may like the horseback riding and hiking/biking at this guesthouse. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 2 hot springs or hot tub, and indulge in a massage or a manicure/pedicure. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant The Champs, offers breakfast, dinner, and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and shopping on site.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A free area shuttle, a water dispenser, and a front-desk safe
  • Tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and minibars (stocked with some free items).
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 7 bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 20-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant The Champs

Things to do

  • 2 hot springs
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 60 ºF
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • 7 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 20-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 55 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Hot springs access available from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Champs Hotel
Champs Hotel Portsmouth
Champs Portsmouth
Comfortel De Champ Hotel Portsmouth
The Champs, Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Dominica/Portsmouth
Champs House Portsmouth
Champs Guesthouse Portsmouth
The Champs Guesthouse
The Champs Portsmouth
The Champs Guesthouse Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

Does The Champs have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Champs pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Champs?

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

What time is check-in at The Champs?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Champs?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does The Champs provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 55 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Champs located?

This family-friendly Portsmouth guesthouse is located by the ocean, 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Indian River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Fort Shirley and Toucari Bay. Cold Soufriere and Batibou Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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