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Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

3.0 star property

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

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The Plaza Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, England, PO1 3FD
  • Place, Gunwharf Quays
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Portsmouth
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(92 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(35 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast & View)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Portsmouth

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG places you next to Gunwharf Quays and within a 10-minute stroll of other popular attractions like Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. This 130-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast and a bar/lounge, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Gunwharf Quays - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • University of Portsmouth - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mary Rose Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Portsmouth Guildhall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Portsmouth Harbour Station - 5 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Las Iguanas - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Lady Hamilton - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

Guests of Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and microwave in a common area. Self parking is available for GBP 2 per day. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a banquet hall, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and wired Internet, plus flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and pay movies. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, hair dryers, and phones.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 2 per day)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 743 square feet of conference space

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless 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
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 2 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG?

As of May 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG on Jun 11, 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.

What's there to see around Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG?

Guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in Portsmouth based on their ratings, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. You'll also find Spinnaker Tower and Mary Rose Museum less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 2 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG include a casino?

No, Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free wired internet as well as a bar/lounge and a free daily breakfast.

Does Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG for a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG is Southampton (SOU), which is 21 mi away (41 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG that offer a balcony.

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 501 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 311 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1013 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice room, courteous staff. Good breakfasts. Disappointing to pay extra for a view only to find the "view" is of a casino and a bar. Could see the top of the Spinnaker off to the right too to be fair, but since you can see that from everywhere around Gunwharf Quays I wouldn't have paid extra for that!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply the best hotel of this class! Clean, friendly, extras, good quality all round. Thank you for making us feel special.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Vilma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
We stayed here several times and that’s a proof that i like the place-clean room, firm bed, nice staff in reception and it’s just few steps to the shops plus the validated parking for 24 hours and the entitlement for the discount to selected shops and restaurants. The only downside is the limited selections of breakfast menu and tasteless apple jyice. The worst is the staff that clear our table even if we are still eating. She even took my coffee mug which i’m not done yet. She seems like rushing us to go out even there’s only few of us are there since that was just 8:am
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is an excellently located hotel for Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth Docks, Fratton Park. It is a typical travel lodge style, simple and unfussy. The free 24 hours parking is a real bonus. The breakfast is also excellent. The room was a little tired, but for the price, location and friendly staff I'd still rate it excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Brendan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Miles on reception was extremely welcoming and efficient which made a difference after a long day of travelling in horrible weather. Room was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was adequate. Great location for restaurants, shopping and the ferry terminals
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Gary

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff. Clean room. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

yathevan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, the staff polite and helpful and the breakfast really good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

donar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, courteous staffs
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scherezade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely place
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Bobbie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

abdalla

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room Staff were brilliant 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Heather

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Claire

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room and staff lovely - Breakfast was poor quality
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A great location for shopping and the ferry port. The parking facilities are a real bonus too. Staff were helpful and friendly making sure we were well informed about amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Kate

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was ok but tired. The mattress was awful and not suitable for two people. The sofa mattress for my son was even worse! The carpets were stained and tired. There is no table to put things or work from. There are only USB ports by the bed, not actual plugs which is a nightmare if you have equipment that needs plugging in next to you. The pillows were also awful, very lumpy and uncomfortable. Shame as everything else was the usual Holiday Inn standard. Location is amazing for Gunwharf/Historic dockyard/Gosport/IoW ferries.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Charlene

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and comfortable room, good selection at breakfast, just run a bit short on some items, but the manager was conscious and did fill some up 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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