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The Plaza Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, United Kingdom, PO1 3FD

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays, an IHG Hotel, is strategically located in a waterfront leisure complex. It offers modern accommodations that prioritize comfort and convenience. The hotel is within walking distance to numerous shopping and dining options at Gunwharf Quays, making it a notable choice for travelers in Portsmouth.

Location

Located just a 10-minute walk from Portsmouth Harbour, the hotel grants easy access to various local attractions including the HMS Victory and Spinnaker Tower. Guests can park in the adjacent Gunwharf Quays Car Park for a nominal fee. The hotel is also conveniently situated for travel to nearby destinations, including ferries to the Isle of Wight and France.

Rooms

Spacious rooms at the Holiday Inn Express feature contemporary decor and essential comforts. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee-making facilities, and options for pillow selection. Guests can enjoy quiet ambiance and power showers to unwind after a long day.

Eat & Drink

The hotel's Express Start Breakfast buffet provides a hearty start to the day with a selection of scrambled eggs, sausages, and pastries. The lounge bar serves as a relaxed environment for meetings or unwinding with a drink. Guests also have access to a multitude of eateries nearby offering diverse dining experiences.

Leisure & Business

The hotel offers two flexible meeting rooms, accommodating up to 20 delegates, equipped with natural light and free Wi-Fi services. Leisure activities nearby include shopping, dining, and visits to cultural attractions like the New Theatre Royal. The lounge area is designed for relaxation or casual gatherings after a busy day.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
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19 m² 
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19 m² 
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Getting around

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City Center
Portsmouth3300 ft
Airports
Southampton (SOU) 21.1 mi
Bournemouth (BOH) 49.9 mi
Train
Portsmouth Harbour1000 ft
Bus
Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Baggage storage
  • Elevator
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

The Plaza Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, United Kingdom, PO1 3FD
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The Plaza Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, United Kingdom, PO1 3FD
Nearby
Tower
Spinnaker Tower
1300 ft
Gunwharf Quays
Gunwharf Quays
400 ft
Gallery
Aspex Gallery
900 ft
17-18 The Hard
Genesis Expo
1000 ft
The Hard
Jutland 1916
1400 ft
19 College Road
Dockyard Apprentice
1400 ft
Victory Gate Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
Boathouse No 4
1700 ft
Gunwharf Quays Marina Gunwharf Quays
Tall Ship Experience
500 ft
Central Building Gunwharf Quays
600 ft
Garden
The Porter's Garden
1900 ft
Restaurants
Whittard
100 ft
Unit 93B Unit 93B
The Cornish Bakery
900 ft
Millennium Walkway Gunwharf Quays
Subway
700 ft
6-7 Charter House Lord Montgomery Way Unit 6 And 7 Charter House
Pret A Manger
800 ft
Unit 79 Gunwharf Quays
Port Coffee
1200 ft
The Vulcan building
Ship Anson
1600 ft
10 The Hard
Britannia Fish and Chips
1600 ft
7 The Hard Portsea
The Ship and Castle
1800 ft
90 Rudmore Road
Admirals Fish And Chips And Kebabs
2100 ft
60 Queen Street
The Spinnaker Cafe
3500 ft
96 Broad Street Old Portmouth
Andre's Food Bar
3000 ft
Lord Montgomery Way 9 Charter House

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
66%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Convenient location
Good accessibility
Limited dining options
Noise from Casino
6.6/10
Nice
Rooms
6.1
Location
8.0
Service
7.5
Dining
6.0
Guest reviews
6.6/10
based on 20 reviews
3.5/5 based on 1689 reviews
8.0
8.0/10based on 5930 reviews
#24 of 42 hotels in Portsmouth based on Tripadvisor
Diana
United Kingdom, April  2024
6.8/10

The hotel was a bit of a mixed bag for us. The room had some issues like a missing castor on the bed and a confusing location, but the service was exceptional with friendly and helpful staff. The location was great for shopping and the harbor, although it could get noisy with loud music from nearby bars. The dining experience left something to be desired with slow service and limited options.

Rooms
6.0
My room had a missing castor on the bed, and the location was confusing at first, but it was clean and okay for a short stay.
Service
9.0
The staff were friendly, helpful, and understanding of our needs, which made our stay more pleasant.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was perfect for shopping and the harbor, but it was a bit noisy due to nearby bars with loud music.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was not the best; slow service and limited options made it a bit disappointing.
Facilities
7.0
Edward
United States of America, April  2024
6.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The room, with a lovely view of Gunwharf Quays, was of a decent size, and the bed was comfortable. However, the room was dirty, had a horrible smell, and the window wouldn’t open. The price was fair considering the room's condition.

Rooms
5.0
The room with a lovely view of Gunwharf Quays was comfortable, but cleanliness and odor were issues.
Service
7.0
The staff were all very friendly and helpful, although they seemed overwhelmed by the number of guests at times.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location at the edge of Gunwharf Quays shopping area was excellent, with lots of dining options within walking distance.
Dining
6.0
The breakfast offered a decent variety, but some items were not up to standard like getting apple juice instead of orange juice.
Facilities
5.0
Antony
United Kingdom, March  2024
7.2/10

The hotel is conveniently located for exploring Gunwharf Quays and offers a clean and comfortable room. The service was overall good, although there were some issues with staff communication. The dining options were limited, and the noise from the nearby Casino could be disturbing, but the hotel's accessible location makes up for it.

Rooms
7.0
The room was accessible from ground level and had a double bed and bed settee. The smell of paint required leaving the window open. The noise from the nearby Casino was very loud.
Service
7.0
Location
9.0
The location was excellent for accessing Gunwharf Quays, shops, restaurants, HMS Victory, and the Mary Rose Museum. Good accessibility, especially for individuals with special needs.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were very limited, with disappointing breakfast choices. There were instances of running out of food and unclean dishes.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers a range of facilities including dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, welcome drink, and pet amenities.
Convenient location
Limited dining options
Ann
United Kingdom, March  2024
5.0/10

The hotel rooms had serious maintenance issues and seemed more suited for business travelers than leisure guests. Unfortunately, our stay was disturbed by barking dogs left alone by their owner across the casino/nightclub, preventing us from getting proper rest. The service was subpar with incidents like my girlfriend’s ring being robbed and a lack of attention to parking problems and room essentials, making our weekend stay quite unpleasant.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms had serious maintenance problems and were designed more for business people rather than leisure guests. The barking dogs nearby disrupted our sleep.
Service
5.0
The service was indifferent and disappointing, with issues like my girlfriend’s stolen ring and long delays for essential services. It was not an ideal experience.
Location
7.0
The location was very good for exploring Portsmouth Harbour and nearby attractions, but the noise from the casino/nightclub disturbed our stay.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was basic but adequate, and there were some concerns about the overpowering air freshener used in the room.
Facilities
5.0
Facilities were lacking, and the overall value for money was not satisfactory.
John
United States of America, March  2024
7.2/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were big, clean, and very comfortable, but my stay was disrupted by the loud music from Bar 38 until 2 am. The heating system was not effective, making the room cold. The service varied from rushing to get bedding to pleasant and happy staff. The location was excellent for shopping and exploring the area, despite being partially covered and needing a re-fit. The dining experience was good, with plenty of choice, but some issues were experienced like charging the full amount. Overall, a decent stay with its ups and downs.

Rooms
7.0
My room was big, clean, and very comfortable, but the noise from Bar 38 until 2 am was disruptive.
Service
6.0
The service had its ups and downs, from rushing to get bedding to encountering pleasant and happy staff.
Location
8.0
The location was excellent for shopping and dining, but there were challenges like finding the entrance and passengers getting wet when it rains.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered good food and plenty of choice, but there were some issues like missing out and facing full charges.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities met my expectations overall with no major complaints.
comfortable rooms
noisy surroundings
David
United States of America, January  2024
5.0/10

My stay at the hotel was quite disappointing overall. The noisy and uncomfortable room made it hard for me to get a good night's sleep, and the issues with staining and a leaking toilet were very off-putting. On the positive side, the staff were friendly and tried to assist, but the service could have been better. The location was convenient for exploring Portsmouth, but the parking situation was a letdown. The dining options were subpar, and the facilities were basic.

Rooms
5.0
The room I stayed in was very disruptive and uncomfortable, with staining on the walls and a leaky toilet.
Service
5.0
The staff, although friendly, could have provided better service given the circumstances.
Location
6.0
The location of the hotel was convenient for exploring Portsmouth, but the parking challenges were frustrating.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was disappointing, with limited and poor quality breakfast options.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were basic and nothing exceptional.
Les
United States of America, December  2023
7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The location was excellent, with many nearby restaurants and shops, and the cleanliness and breakfast were top-notch. However, the rooms overlooked a noisy area with early morning disturbances and felt a bit outdated. The service was a hit or miss, with some staff being helpful and friendly while others were completely disinterested.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms overlooked an area at the back where bins were emptied in the early hours, leading to disturbances. Additionally, the room felt like a sweatbox that night and appeared a bit dated.
Service
7.0
The service provided was a mix; some staff were helpful and friendly, while others seemed completely disinterested.
Location
9.0
I very much enjoyed the partnership with local restaurants that offered discounts, providing a wide choice within easy walking distance. The proximity to bars, restaurants, and shops nearby was great, and the central location to Gunwharf Quays was excellent.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was a hit or miss. While the breakfast offerings were fresh with a good variety over a span of time, the chaotic setting with a lack of tables and staff affected the overall experience.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were satisfactory, with amenities like dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry services, and a welcome drink available.
David
United States of America, December  2023
7.6/10

The hotel rooms were small but comfortable and fit for purpose. They could do with redecoration and had a slight unpleasant smell. Despite paying more than anticipated, the cleanliness was fantastic.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms, although small, were comfortable and clean.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent and went above and beyond to accommodate our needs.
Location
8.0
The location was ideal for Gunwharf Quay and the Dockyard, but the noise from stalls and constant music affected relaxation during the day.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was nice with a good selection, but some found the lack of choices disappointing for the price paid.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory, offering the necessary amenities for a pleasant stay.
Brian
United Kingdom, December  2023
6.6/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. While the rooms were not ready until 2:30 PM due to an electrical fault and were located near noisy shopping and late-night drinking venues, the staff was friendly and understanding. The location was convenient for transportation and attractions.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms were near the noisy shopping and late-night drinking venues, affecting sleep quality.
Service
8.0
The staff was friendly, helpful, and understanding.
Location
7.0
The location was excellent for transportation, shops, and attractions, despite the initial uninviting appearance.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was average, with limited breakfast options and inadequate facilities for making toast.
Facilities
7.0
Some facilities need improvement but overall satisfactory.
Ronald
United Kingdom, December  2023
8.0/10

The hotel was bright, clean, and fresh, with airy and comfortable rooms. The staff was very pleasant and helpful, although the room wasn't ready upon our 3 pm arrival. Overall, a great stay with a few minor setbacks.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were airy and comfortable, and the staff was very pleasant and helpful. The room was bright, clean, and fresh.
Service
8.0
The staff did their best to keep everyone distanced and were very friendly and helpful, although occasionally overworked.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, right in the heart of the Gunwharf Quays shopping area, surrounded by shops, restaurants, bars, and a casino.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, with a very chilled environment and a good choice of food available, although it could have been quieter.
Facilities
The hotel had all the necessary facilities to make my stay comfortable and enjoyable.
Lucy
United Kingdom, December  2023
7.4/10

The hotel is conveniently located, perfect for shopping and exploring historic sites, with a friendly service but lacking in dining quality. Rooms are spacious with expected amenities but could be cleaner, and overall value for money is reasonable.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms are spacious enough with all the expected amenities, though a bit dirty and dusty at times.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptionally friendly and quick to address any issues I had.
Location
8.0
The location is brilliant for shopping at Gunwharf Quays and visiting Historic Dockyard attractions, all within easy walking distance.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was described as continental but fell short of the price tag with limited options.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers the standard facilities you would expect with no major standout features.
Nancy
United Kingdom, November  2023
8.6/10

The hotel is situated in a great location, right in the heart of Gunwharf Quays, offering easy access to shops, restaurants, and the docks. The rooms were comfortable and quiet, and the staff provided excellent service, especially the lady at check-in. However, the cracked round window was a minor downside.

Rooms
8.0
The room was basic but okay, offering a comfortable and quiet stay. I even had the option to get extra vegan choices for breakfast, which was a nice touch. The cracked round window was a bit of a disappointment.
Service
9.0
The staff were fantastic, very helpful, and polite throughout my stay. They were attentive to any issues, and I was even offered another room to shower in downstairs. However, I did notice a lack of greetings in common areas.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is excellent, being right in the middle of Gunwharf Quays. It's within walking distance of shops, bars, restaurants, and the docks, making it convenient for exploring the area.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience exceeded my expectations with a more extensive breakfast spread than I had anticipated. The selection included good yogurt, fruit, and a satisfying cooked breakfast. The setup was simple yet tasty.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers a variety of facilities, including dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry services, a welcome drink, and pet amenities. These amenities added to the overall convenience of the stay.
Nick
United Kingdom, November  2023
8.4/10

The hotel was exceptionally clean and spacious with a perfect location, although the view overlooked the flat roof and backs of other buildings. The service was amazing, with friendly and helpful staff, including a welcome drink option. The location is absolutely perfect for a city break, right in the center of Gunwharf Quays, but the room's lack of soundproofing could be a downside. The dining experience, while limited, offered take-away coffee and grilled steaks. Overall, a great stay with excellent amenities and Wi-Fi, but with some noise disturbances.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were exceptionally clean, spacious, and in a perfect location.
Service
9.0
The service was amazing, with friendly and helpful staff, offering a welcome drink option.
Location
8.0
The location is absolutely perfect for a city break, right in the center of Gunwharf Quays.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was limited, with some chaos during peak times, but offering grilled steaks.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel provided great amenities and Wi-Fi.
James
United Kingdom, October  2023
6.4/10

The hotel was overlooking the shops and needed a revamp, especially the bathroom. Despite the cold room with ineffective heating control and uncomfortable bed, the Sunday servicing was missed, and the shower was dirty with a rusty soap tray. The service was exceptional, going above and beyond to ensure a wonderful break. The location was fabulous, right in the center of Gunwharf Quay with a lovely large room overlooking the quay for historic dockyard and shopping visits. Dining was average, with staff struggling to organize orders, and facilities needed improvements.

Rooms
5.0
The room overlooked the shops and needed a revamp, especially the bathroom. It was cold, the heating control was ineffective, the bed was uncomfortable, the shower was dirty with a rusty soap tray, and Sunday servicing was missed.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, going above and beyond to ensure a wonderful break.
Location
8.0
The location was fabulous, right in the center of Gunwharf Quay with a lovely large room overlooking the quay for historic dockyard and shopping visits.
Dining
5.0
The dining was average, with staff struggling to organize orders.
Facilities
6.0
Facilities needed improvements.
Friendly Staff
Uncomfortable Bed
Henry
United States of America, October  2023
7.0/10

The hotel is in a convenient location, close to Gunwharf Quays and the railway station. The room was a bit disappointing for the price with no chairs or table, but the modern and clean facilities make up for it. The service was friendly and cooperative, particularly Lynsay, Maisie, and Dee. The dining experience was not the best with cold and bland dishes. However, the central location for exploring attractions like Mary Rose and Victory is a big plus.

Rooms
6.0
The room was a bit disappointing, lacking chairs and a table. The bathroom only had towels with no welcome amenities. The air conditioning was hit and miss.
Service
8.0
The staff, especially Lynsay, Maisie, and Dee, were very helpful and courteous. They were friendly and cooperative when needed.
Location
9.0
The location is perfect for visiting Mary Rose and Victory and is very central to Gunwharf Quays. It would have been helpful to have information on accessing the car park on foot.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was not very good with cold and bland dishes served on cold plates. Warm plates for hot food would have been appreciated.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers dry cleaning, housekeeping, and laundry services.
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