Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Gunwharf Quays

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Exterior
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

Map
The Plaza Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, England, PO1 3FD
  • Gunwharf Quays
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Portsmouth International Port
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Southampton (SOU)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Portsmouth

Close to the beach.With a stay at this Portsmouth hotel, you'll be steps from Gunwharf Quays and within a 10-minute walk of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Spinnaker Tower and Mary Rose Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Gunwharf Quays - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • University of Portsmouth - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • HMS Victory - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Portsmouth International Port - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys Portsmouth - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hollywood Bowl - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Frankie & Benny's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

3-star hotel near Gunwharf Quays
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 743 square feet (69 square meters) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Portsmouth hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 130 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 743 sq ft of conference space
  • 69 sq m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG offers 130 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers.

This Portsmouth hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • 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
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: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG is 21 mi (41-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG?

As of Jun 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG on Jun 13, 2025 start from $133.39, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Old Portsmouth Beach and 2.1 mi (13-min drive) from Southsea Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG offers free continental breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 2 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG to downtown Portsmouth?

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG is 0.6 mi away from Portsmouth.

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 523 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1004 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel close to the centre
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alice

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Breakfast was the same every day and the sausage and bacon was cool,same 2 loaves maybe add a different type nothing for to keep you occupied at night after a day at work or sightseeing for Adults Maybe cards or adult puzzles or a cribbage board
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

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

Wheelchair friendly and great location

Great location. Lovely wheelchair accessible room. Only one small hanging area with a tiny shelf for clothes. Could have used a small drawer unit for clothes as plenty of room. Otherwise lots of room to turn and move about. Staff really friendly and helpful. We will be coming back here at some point in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

XIN

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

The perfect location for the gunwharf shopping

My good friend and I went this shopping trip together. This hotel is the perfect location for the gunwharf shopping center. We are able to drop stuff back to hotel easily then keep shopping. Also the Quay Card is a good extra for the savings.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stop if shopping at Gunwharf quays, lots of restaurants and bars too and buses to go further afield if you wish. A very pleasant stay at this hotel, clean, tidy room, a good breakfast and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were kind and so helpful. Had a fabulous break away Our bathroom sink was cracked and a bit off putting as over time the cracks had discoloured and looked rather grimy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a great location we thought the room was good clean but a little tired. Could do with a refresh. Breakfast was good and there was plenty of food. We would use again. The staff are really helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shuk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hiren

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good location near the Quay. Good free breakfast,
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely stay. Staff friendly and breakfast was very good. The only downside was the cleaning of the rooms we found dirty tissues at the back of the bed and water still Left in the kettle
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

carl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are a little worn and dated, but clean and serves well as a base to have a couple of days shopping. Situated right in the middle of Gunwharf Quays it is perfect to shop all day, drop purchases back to the room, shower and go out for a meal in one of the many nearby restaurants. Breakfast is really good, excellent variety of hot and cold options.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Excellent Stay

Brilliant family stay. Great Breakfast, really helpful guy at Reception and Parking was easy and cheap
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

Let down

Our room overlooked the Quay Walk with the donut stand, at nighttime the Uni students descended on the bar directly opposite and shouted, whooped, wolf whistled and were a general noise nightmare until the early hours. Our room was as expected, the bed was too hard and uncomfortable. We left early - sleep deprived and grumpy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great check in , friendly helpful staff , basic room but clean and has everything you need .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very noisy at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. Great value for money as breakfast was included! Really enjoyed and will look to return in the future
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Takuya

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl J P

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

Convenient hotel

Decent hotel in a great location, with comfortable bed and good buffet-style English breakfast. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

4/10 Poor

Dominique

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Location is ok, However it looks old when you arrive. Cleanliness is not sure in the bedroom. The cleanings was not well achieved before we arrived. Bathroom is old aged. Unable to use TV, and it even stayed ON all night !!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025