Royal Maritime Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

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Library
Lobby
Breakfast and dinner served, local cuisine
Lobby sitting area
Serves lunch and dinner

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Queens Street, Portsmouth, England, PO1 3HS
  • Place, Mary Rose Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gunwharf Quays
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed (Single occupancy)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room (Single Occupancy)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Twin Room (Single occupancy)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Portsmouth

Oceanside stay.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Gunwharf Quays. Mary Rose Museum and HMS Victory are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Mary Rose Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gunwharf Quays - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Portsmouth - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • 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
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie Blanc Portsmouth - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Royal Maritime Hotel

3-star hotel near Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An indoor pool, a library, and an arcade/game room are also featured at Royal Maritime Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Portsmouth hotel.

  • 101 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1956
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Royal Maritime Hotel offers 101 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. This Portsmouth hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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 12.50 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Library

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 12.5 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 3:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number 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

How close is Royal Maritime Hotel to the airport?

Royal Maritime Hotel is 20.7 mi (29-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Maritime Hotel?

As of Jan 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Maritime Hotel on Jan 25, 2026 start from $69.49, 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 Royal Maritime Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Royal Maritime Hotel.

How close is Royal Maritime Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2.2 mi (12-min drive) from Southsea Beach and 10.4 mi (63-min drive) from Woodside Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Royal Maritime Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Royal Maritime Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12.5 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Royal Maritime Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Royal Maritime Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM.

Is there free parking at Royal Maritime Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Royal Maritime Hotel have a pool?

Royal Maritime Hotel features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 3:30 PM to 8:00 PM.

Does Royal Maritime Hotel have a restaurant?

Royal Maritime Hotel is home to Horatio's Restaurant, which features local cuisine.

Does Royal Maritime Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Royal Maritime Hotel to downtown Portsmouth?

Royal Maritime Hotel is 0.6 mi away from Portsmouth.

Royal Maritime Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 546 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 321 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1002 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

SHARLA

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
You could not fault the staff, they were great, the hotel is quirky, with lots of marine memorabilia and close to transport links. However, the room I stayed in smelt of damp and is in need of updating and some tlc. The hot tub and sauna were not working, which was disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay, my only bugbear was the size of the tv was too small but you can’t have everything, staff were very hospitable and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sauliasi

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was rather warm, even after I'd turned the radiator off and opened the window slightly, but it wasn't unbearable. My bed was comfortable and I slept well each night. It's just a pity there are no usable / regular UK plug sockets near the bed. There's soap, shower gel and moisturiser in the bathroom but no shampoo (which was surprising) or conditioner. The shower head is inconveniently angled (and can't be moved) so you either step into cold water or risk getting the floor wet whilst the water is warming up! Plenty of tea, coffee, milk and sachets of hot chocolate. Also lots of storage - far too many hotel rooms don't have any drawers. Breakfast was good; maybe some fresh bananas or apples would have been good but there's some, presumably tinned, fruits, small pots of yoghurt, mini muffins and different breads, including GF options if you're happy to wait. The poached eggs were perfectly cooked and there's a good array of hot choices. There are some free parking spaces but you may need to get there early if there's an event on (the Trafalgar Dinner was an excellent evening and I hope to come back again). It's a 5 minute walk to the Historic Dockyard and 10 mins to Gunwharf Quays outlet shopping centre, so it was very conveniently located. There is a pool, but I was too busy to actually use it. All the staff I spoke to were very helpful. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Zoe

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room warm and clean. Bed comfortable. Parking was ok, but could be an issue, at busy times. I have stayed here on several occasions and never disappoints. I believe value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location and staff, clean but a bit tired

Staff excellent. Bit of free hotel parking on the front and side of the hotel but be prepared to use the side streets (£6 per night, permit from hotel reception) which was easy enough. Nice choice of drinks in the bar and reasonably priced. Had breakfast in the hotel, simple cooked breakfast (plenty of it) via buffet style self serve (cold options available), plenty of juices and tea/coffee. Big thing for this hotel is it's history (read what's on the walls and visit the library) and proximity to the sights, and the very nicely done shopping centre and eating venues on the Boulevard.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are fantastic, they make the hotel !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

victoria

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of clean towels in the bathroom, lovely tea tray with delicious biscuits and very friendly bar staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

giles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
all good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan, HONOLULU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a historical gem this hotel is. great staff that looks out for their guest. will return on our next visit to UK. if you are into history do not pass this place up. F&B on point and reasonable price
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Wondimu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All in all good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

RAJAN

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean & airy , shopping centre close by, which is walkable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Westminster

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a one night stay at the hotel which is convenient to both the train station and the Brittany Ferry to Normandy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location and staff makes this hotel a great option if visiting the historic dock yard.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and facilities. Self serve laundry 👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025