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Keppel's Head Hotel

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel near Gunwharf Quays

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A bar with shelves stocked with various liquor bottles and glasses.
A staircase leading to a hotel entrance with a chandelier above.
A formal dining room with multiple tables, elegant chandeliers, and a classic ceiling design.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a large painting on the wall.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, red chairs, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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24-26 The Hard, Portsmouth, England, PO1 3DT
  • Place, Gunwharf Quays
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mary Rose Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Partial Sea View

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a small table, a chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Partial Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room

A neatly made bed with white linens and towels, a wooden nightstand with a phone, and a blue wall.

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Twin Room

Two single beds with white linens and green bedspreads, a wooden headboard, and a window with curtains.

Basic Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboard, white bedding, a wooden nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room

A neatly made bed with white linens and two folded towels on a dark-colored bedspread.

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Single Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden chair, a wall-mounted TV, and a door leading to another room.

Basic Single Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room

A bedroom with a large mirror, two framed pictures, a radiator, a red bench, and a bed with a white and red blanket.

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Harbor view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

A neatly made bed with white linens and a beige throw, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, a window with sheer curtains, and a blue accent wall.

Comfort Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Quad Family Room

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Quad Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Portsmouth

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

What's nearby

  • Gunwharf Quays - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mary Rose Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Portsmouth - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Portsmouth Guildhall - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Portsmouth Harbour Station - 3 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lady Hamilton - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Frankie & Benny's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Las Iguanas - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Keppel's Head Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Gunwharf Quays
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 377 square feet (35 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Keppel's Head Hotel also features coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Portsmouth hotel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 377 sq ft of conference space
  • 35 sq m of conference space
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Keppel's Head Hotel offers 30 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 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 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Keppel's Head Hotel Hotel
Keppel's Head Hotel Portsmouth
Keppel's Head Hotel Hotel Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

How close is Keppel's Head Hotel to the airport?

Keppel's Head Hotel is 20.9 mi (39-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Keppel's Head Hotel?

As of Aug 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Keppel's Head Hotel on Sep 20, 2026 start from $123, including 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 Keppel's Head Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Keppel's Head Hotel.

How close is Keppel's Head Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2 mi (12-min drive) from Southsea Beach and 10.1 mi (62-min drive) from Woodside Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Keppel's Head Hotel offer free breakfast?

Keppel's Head Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Keppel's Head Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Keppel's Head Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Keppel's Head Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Keppel's Head Hotel have a pool?

Keppel's Head Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Keppel's Head Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Keppel's Head Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Keppel's Head Hotel to downtown Portsmouth?

Keppel's Head Hotel is 0.7 mi away from Portsmouth.

Keppel's Head Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 462 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 462 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 462 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 462 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 462 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

IAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location close to the train station and local shopping Center/entertainment complex. Very helpful staff, will be booking another stay with them soon
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

darrel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the room was very good and a great veiw
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A hidden gem in a fantastic location. It doesn't look much from the outside, but this is a great hotel, a 2 minute walk from Gun Wharf and the Historic Dockyard. Friendly staff, nothing was too much trouble. Would definitely stay again and highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

L E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay - lovely staff, fantastic food and beautiful room. We’ll definitely be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent bar although it was quiet when we visited. It did offer a very good selection of drinks
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Izak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was pretty spacey and well lit. I liked the bed and it was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only problem was the elevator does not go the the first floor rooms. Too many stairs with luggage.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Ashy

Disliked: Amenities
This hotel was not good, the most uncomfortable bed and don’t even attempt to open the window because the smell from outside was not good. The shower pressure was awful. Overall not a good stay and will not be returning
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was wonderful and the location is perfect for walking around the city.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel second time there and we loved it again. Friendly staff, good food, lovely bar and restaurant perfect location for the dockyard.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marija

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, safe, friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Lovely stay would recommend

Lovely stay staff work incredibly hard running here there and everywhere but always at hand and helpful when you need them. In a great location and comfy stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding location and nice service at the Breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice hotel. Excellent location. Clean with pleasant staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Ann

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

Good place to stay

The location is excellent ldeal if you wish to use the buses trains and ferrys.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice staff, food was excellent, within walking distance of attractions, beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, opposite train station, comfy rooms and nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my stay and large shower in my single room and lovely breakfast in the morning. Staff were friendly and hotel had relaxed Atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Amenities
Very close to train & dockyard. Great atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location for shopping and bars , friendly staff and would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place with easy access to the Historic Dockyard and the shops/restaurants on the waterfront. Also next to the Hard Terminal for a quick bus ride to the city centre for shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully clean hotel and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

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