Southsea Rocks Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel near Gunwharf Quays in Portsmouth

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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4 Florence Rd, Portsmouth, England, PO5 2NE
  • Place, Gunwharf Quays
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Portsmouth International Port
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Quadruple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Design Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Triple Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Grand Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Quadruple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Portsmouth

Southsea stay.Your stay at this Southsea hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth International Port. Southsea Beach and The D-Day Story are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Southsea Castle - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Portsmouth - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Gunwharf Quays - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Portsmouth International Port - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Portsmouth Fratton Station - 10 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Briny - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Lord Palmerston - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Arepa 2Go - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Croxtons - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪FarFarOut - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Southsea Rocks Hotel

Hotel near Gunwharf Quays in Portsmouth
Southsea Rocks Hotel offers its guests a vending machine, multilingual staff, and a microwave in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Portsmouth hotel.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Southsea Rocks Hotel offers 21 accommodations. 27-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 27-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 50 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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, debit cards, and cash
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, debit cards, and cash.

Property is also known as

Southsea Rocks Hotel Hotel
Southsea Rocks Hotel Portsmouth
Southsea Rocks Hotel Hotel Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

How close is Southsea Rocks Hotel to the airport?

Southsea Rocks Hotel is 21.9 mi (45-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Southsea Rocks Hotel?

As of Oct 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southsea Rocks Hotel on Oct 28, 2025 start from $50.49, 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 Southsea Rocks Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Southsea Rocks Hotel.

How close is Southsea Rocks Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Southsea Beach and 1.3 mi (8-min drive) from Eastney Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Southsea Rocks Hotel offer free breakfast?

Southsea Rocks Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Southsea Rocks Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Southsea Rocks Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Southsea Rocks Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Southsea Rocks Hotel have a pool?

Southsea Rocks Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Southsea Rocks Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Southsea Rocks Hotel to downtown Portsmouth?

Southsea Rocks Hotel is 1.4 mi away from Portsmouth.

Reviews

Southsea Rocks Hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 106 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a great experience here! The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made me feel right at home. The place was also spotless—very clean and well-maintained. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reception was very friendly. Great local advice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness

First and last visit

Dirty bathroom, no toilet paper or soap, basic room, bed was ok, didn't actually get parking. Cheap but you get what you pay for
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Karon

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Wouldn't stay again

Tiny tiny room, barely 7ft x 7ft. No kettle in room. Had to go downstairs to shared kitchen area. No ensuite bathroom, again downstairs to toilet and shower room. They were very clean but with mobility issues it was hard work. Parking is ltd to around 5 spaces then you pay for a pass to street park in surrounding streets. but again hard to find a space. Expensive for such a tiny room, door nearly touched the bed when you opened it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Great budget hotel

Great budget hotel, clean and comfortable. Good location and friendly couple who manage it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Not impressed. The advert stated free parking yet when l got there l was told parking was for cars only and not
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Felix

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan, Brighton

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked the double en-suite room at this hotel/hostel and I was amazed by it. Great sized room, clean, comfy bed, everything worked and the en-suite even had a bath in it. For the price I paid, I couldn’t complain at all. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The only small issue I had was when I arrived to check in - the main door to the hotel was locked and there was no one in the reception to notice I was standing outside. However upon calling the hotel to explain, I was quickly greeted and welcomed in and it was explained that the reception isn’t manned all the time but there is always someone available on-site and can be contacted by phone. I had a great nights sleep as the hotel was very quiet, no doors slamming or loud parties. It was amazing and the hotel has a small number of car parking spaces which is great as the on street parking is time limited or permit holders only Monday to Saturday. I would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sasho

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sasho

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A charmy little place I was very satisfied with my stay thank you Southsea Rocks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Value for money. The TV actual works. Tea and. Coffee in the room would of been nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Wifi
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was a basic hotel the room was good clean and comfortable the minus points was no en suites and no facilities to make a drink in the room it was a 2 flight of staires to the kitchen but no guarantee there was milk for drinks overall it was reasonable for what was on offer
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and good prices
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good clean budget hotel we thought we'd booked an ensuite but it was ok as there was no one else sharing the shower toom. Definitely stay again but have en suite.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

andrea

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

SPENCER

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very hot night
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carhy

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

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really modern and clean inside; shared kitchen area with fridge, freezer, microwave, and free tea and coffee, which was great. Our room was quite hot as it was on the top floor, but when we asked, they brought up a fan, which was great and solved the problem. Friendly and helpful staff. Great location for the beach with bar and restaurants very close by.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant budget hotel. Parking was available but limited. Decent little hotel. A short walk to the scenic promenade. Emily on reception was brilliant and very helpful! Only minor negative would be lack of blackout curtains. Overall a great place to stay at a decent price!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very friendly, nice greeting, very informative. Our family had a great stay at the hotel, thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

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

Doesn’t make clear that it’s shared bathrooms

It’s a stretch to call it a hotel. One kettle for the full building. The room had damp patches on the roof, was unbearably hot and was one floor down/up from the closest bathroom. Bathrooms themselves had mould in the shower sealant, and no shower gel in the dispenser. Booked for two nights, left after 1.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025