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Royal Maritime Hotel

3.0 star property
The indoor pool offers ocean views for relaxation, while the restaurant serves local cuisine that satisfies even the most discerning palates

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Royal Maritime Hotel offers ocean vistas and a refreshing indoor pool. The arcade/game room provides entertainment, while Horatio's Restaurant serves breakfast and dinner with local specialties. Guests appreciate the attentive staff and enjoy WiFi access from their rooms.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Basic Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed (Single occupancy)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(60 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Classic Double Room (Single Occupancy)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Basic Twin Room (Single occupancy)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Royal Maritime Hotel is in a walkable area with great shopping. Mary Rose Museum and HMS Warrior are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Spinnaker Tower. Clarence Pier and Pyramids Centre Portsmouth are also worth visiting. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our Portsmouth travel guide
Map
Queens Street, Portsmouth, England, PO1 3HS

What's nearby

  • Mary Rose Museum
    Mary Rose Museum
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gunwharf Quays showing modern architecture and a river or creek
    Gunwharf Quays
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard featuring a marina
    Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Portsmouth
    University of Portsmouth
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Portsmouth Guildhall
    Portsmouth Guildhall
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Caffè Nero
    9 min walk
  • Nando's
    7 min walk
  • Burger King
    7 min walk
  • Costa Coffee
    8 min walk
  • Five Guys
    7 min walk

About this property

Royal Maritime Hotel

Hotel near Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
Near Gunwharf Quays, Royal Maritime Hotel provides an arcade/game room, a library, and laundry facilities. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Horatio's Restaurant, offers breakfast and dinner. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an elevator, and a banquet hall
  • Meeting rooms, multilingual staff, and a front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage, newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 101 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15.50 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Compass Cafe
  • Horatio's Restaurant
  • Victory Bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

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
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1956
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 15.5 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children

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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Pool access available from 3:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Royal Maritime Club Hotel Portsmouth
Royal Maritime Club Hotel
Royal Maritime Club Portsmouth
Royal Maritime Club
The Royal Maritime Club
Royal Maritime Hotel Hotel
Royal Maritime Hotel Portsmouth
Royal Maritime Hotel Hotel Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

Does Royal Maritime Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 3:30 PM–8:00 PM.

Is Royal Maritime Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Royal Maritime Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Royal Maritime Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Royal Maritime Hotel located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Mary Rose Museum, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, and Gunwharf Quays. HMS Victory and HMS Warrior are also within 10 minutes. Portsmouth Harbour Station is 5 minutes by foot and Portsmouth (PME-Portsmouth and Southsea Train Station) is 13 minutes.

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Reviews

Royal Maritime Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 555 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 316 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good staff particularly breakfast and bar-currently beeing refurbed but not a major issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, comfortable newly refurbished room. Had a good night’s sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arist

Cosy rooms Friendly stuff Great food Beautiful atmosphere over
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless staff were great. Easy to booking with a great price I'd definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room, friendly staff & good food.. stayed here twice now.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was good with a nice big bathroom. The staff were absolutely wonderful, nothing was any trouble. Next time we're down to see the grandkids, this is where we'll be staying.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very nice and helpful, the rooms were a nice size with a comfy bed. I really liked the decor and how nautical the place was.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great service, good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent staff, friendly and courteous
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is not just a hotel, it is a Maritime Club, with special offers and support for Navel personnel... The building and rooms are currently undergoing refurbishment and I will hopefully be back to see it when it is finished. Wonderful staff, qwerky and delightful, great clean accessable room... Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant and good value for money. The rooms are comfortable, if a little basic. Friendly staff, convenient for the shops and restaurants nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly staff and a great range of onsite amenities. Decor in guest, West, wing was tired but still generally clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely room very quiet and very cosy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, great hotel, lovely staff, would definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and warm room will definitely be booking again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Chuanzi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Alison

Liked: Staff & service
Clean room Refurb in corridors meant dust and power tools left laying around. Didn't use the pool, Staff at reception were good, In the bar and breakfast room they were less confident...maybe training? Good location but needs updating
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice and the staff were polite and professional. I would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were fantastic and the venue is well situated for access to Gunwharf.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and modern tidy room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Opulent hotel. Lovely clean refurbished room. Great bed and pillows and comfortable stay overall
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really great value for money Lovely staff and breakfast was excellent. Really comfy bed and room. Great location 5 mins to gun wharf quays and managed to park at hotel Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely room comfy bed and great black out blinds
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, very reasonably priced, friendly staff, clean and well equipped. Decent, comfortable bar offering a good choice of bar food. The accommodation was a little dated in areas, however would 100% recommend this hotel over one of the larger, more expensive chain options.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to restaurants and attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025