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Exterior
Lobby
View from room
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

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St. Helens Parade, Portsmouth, England, PO4 0RN
  • Place, Southsea Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Southsea Castle
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Kings Theatre
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Portsmouth

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of this Southsea hotel, you'll find Southsea Beach and Southsea Castle. The D-Day Story and Pyramids Centre Portsmouth are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Southsea Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Southsea Castle - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The D-Day Story - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Pyramids Centre Portsmouth - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kings Theatre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Portsmouth Fratton Station - 10 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Phoenix - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Bay Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Duke of Devonshire - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Florence Arms - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Bold Forester - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Royal Beach Hotel

3-star beachfront hotel near Portsmouth International Port
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Royal Beach Hotel also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and 24-hour room service. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1863
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Royal Beach Hotel offers 73 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and portable fans. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Portsmouth hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 9.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 30.00
Express 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between February 8 and July 31.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.00 per stay.

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 9.95 per person
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.00 per stay

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

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.

Property is also known as

Best Western Royal Beach
Best Western Royal Beach Hotel
Best Western Royal Beach Hotel Southsea
Best Western Royal Beach Southsea
Royal Beach Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Royal Beach Hotel to the airport?

The Royal Beach Hotel is 22.2 mi (41-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Royal Beach Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Royal Beach Hotel.

How close is The Royal Beach Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Royal Beach Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Royal Beach Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 9.95 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Royal Beach Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Royal Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Royal Beach Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Royal Beach Hotel have a pool?

The Royal Beach Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Royal Beach Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Royal Beach Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Royal Beach Hotel to downtown Portsmouth?

The Royal Beach Hotel is 1.5 mi away from Portsmouth.

The Royal Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 350 out of 919 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 423 out of 919 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 919 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 919 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 919 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hi, you had to change our hotel to the Queens Hotel as the Royal beach couldn't book us due to unforeseen circumstances whatever that means, however the Queens Hotel and staff were excellent, got a welcome pack for the dog, and they get 11/10, so cant comment or review the Royal beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Lift not working, hairdryer in room not working, nor bathroom light. Bathroom door swollen and sticking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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2/10 Terrible

carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I did not stay at the royal beach hotel, it has been requisitioned by the Home office. I stayed at the Queens hotel Southsea.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Paul

Disliked: Staff & service
Cancelled with no notice shut for 6 months
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
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8/10 Good

Keith

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

A very enjoyable stay

The hotel is not modern but was clean and the staff were some of the most pleasant we have found anywhere, much better than many of the more expensive "wan-a-be" hotels in the UK. The decor is a little bit tired in places and the plumbing in our room was "interesting" but we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The room was quite large and the sea view was great, to be able to watch ships coming and going and to hear the waves at night was what we stayed here for and we were not disappointed. Again i must say the staff were excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and confortable room. Wonderful Staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay comfortable bed,rooms too hot,no windows open round hotel.overall a lovely stay excellent breakfast,friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Bernard

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

Would happily return

Hotel seemed clean and well run. Good position. Very friendly, helpful staff. Freshly cooked breakfasts were very nice. Good number of coat hangers, unlike most places.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice sized room with good view over southsea pier. Staff friendly and helpful. Evening meal and breakfast were both good. Third time there and as always very comfortable accomodation.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
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8/10 Good

Cyril

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent views and location a shame the lift didn't work
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Dated

Good Service, nice food, relatively clean, reasonably comfortable room but small and dated . Hotel is however very old and run down inside and really in need of refurbishment .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
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2/10 Terrible

Sharon

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

bed bugs share your bed

Was awaken just after 4 in the morning with bed bugs crawling over me and the bed. We were moved to another room but obviously didn’t feel clean enough to be able to sleep. Had no alternative to stay as was visiting a sick relative and hotel was the closest. I have been offered a refund but I’m still waiting after a week!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
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8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
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8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Our stay was good the only thing we would say is that the hotel needs modernising, breakfast and service was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
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4/10 Poor

Stacey

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disappointed guests

We arrived at 9pm We’re advised no food available from the restaurant and no bar food. We asked if we could order a take away and eat in the bar - were told a stern “no we do not allow food from outside”…..we would have gladly ordered several bottles of wine from the bar so the hotel list out completely. We had to walk to a pub along from the hotel. We will not be returning. Hotel was very poor condition and service was appalling. I’m also very disappointed to see that hotels.com rate of £148 when the rack rate displayed at the hotel was £95. Why have I been charged £148 from Hotels.com? I am a loyal client! This is very concerning the difference in room rate. Please explain?
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The receptionist Hannah was extremely helpful. The building is old and tired but the customer service was excellent. I did feel that the staff in the restaurant could have served the breakfast from the buffet to reduce the amount of guests handling the serving utensils rather than standing in the corner chatting. Breakfast was very good with a very good selection of hot and cold food. Location was excellent just across the road from the South Pier The Number 23 bus to and from Portsmouth is near to the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
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8/10 Good

Glyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
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8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Considering how outdated this hotel is, I can't fault much of it. Breakfast area and actual breakfast was something out of the 80s but my little single bed was fine. It basically needs modernising
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Bobbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Average stay

Hotel needs a re-vamp as it's outdated but it is on the beachfront and it was clean and comfortable. Windows need cleaning as paid for sea view but windows were dirty. Very large room with a plug in fan not air con and unable to open windows but nice comfy big bed. Pillows too high for me and no alternative in the wardrobe. Coffee and tea making facilities and biscuits provided also decent toiletries in the large bathroom. We arrived late afternoon so no parking left and had to pay £12 to park on the street. Bars and restaurants are a 15-20 minute walk away. Staff on front desk very friendly and polite.
View from window
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
The Hotel is on the seafront had a lovely sea view room
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
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8/10 Good

Kendall

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

A very charming and cosy historic hotel

Fantastic position for the area and considering it’s age they have maintained it very well indeed. Great hotel with a nice charm about it and a very interesting history. Worth every penny and we love it We have stayed in a lot of hotels and this one definitely deserves some revisits for sure:)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
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2/10 Terrible

Nicola

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

BED BUGS

I had a very unpleasant sleep at Royal Beach and in the morning I found out why - BED BUGS. According to the General Manager they are prevalent in all Hotels but this is the first time I have come across them in the UK. The GM Chris Gilmore promised me a refund but some 3 weeks later I have not received it. Wont be staying at The Royal Beach again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
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2/10 Terrible

Alison

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

Wait until the renovations are complete

Room looked onto a building site - work started at 8am sharp every morning with a huge amount of noise. One morning movement on the building site started at 6.40am. My windowsill was flaky and filthy. The net curtains were definitely in need of a wash. The loo seat was loose and sliding around when you sat on it (quickly changed well done) One day a sheet of paper was left by housekeeping saying please stay in your room tonight from 10.45pm to 5am for cleaning of the carpets! The one lift was very slow because the builders on floors 2 and 1 kept using it. What a mess you could see when the lift doors opened on floor 1 in error.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephen

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

Return visit

We will be back, very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Enormous room overlooking the beach and pier. With a bit of redecoration the room would be excellent. Even so, the room is fine as it is with a king size bed, settee and table with two chairs. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

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