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Holiday Inn Portsmouth

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Holiday Inn Portsmouth, Pembroke Road, Portsmouth -0745 127 3975
Area: Portsmouth - Southsea
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HOTEL RATING: 
GOOD
3.75 out of 5 (1105 Ratings)
0.9 miles Portsmouth Guildhall
v4 mins driving
t17 mins walking
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The Spotlight on Holiday Inn Portsmouth

Seafront Comfort Just Minutes from Portsmouth's Music Scene

Modern and welcoming, the Holiday Inn Portsmouth is a coastal hotel perfectly positioned between the city’s vibrant music events and peaceful harbor views. Located just a short walk from Gunwharf Quays and the Historic Dockyard, it’s a convenient base for concert-goers who want a mix of entertainment and relaxation. With a full-service health club, on-site dining, and stylish rooms, you’ll have everything you need for a memorable music-filled getaway.

Why Concert-goers love it

This hotel is in a prime location for gig nights in Portsmouth. You’re less than a 15-minute walk from several key venues and just 10 minutes from Gunwharf Quays where you’ll find a buzz of bars and restaurants before or after the show. After a late night, relax in the steam room or hot tub at the You Fit Health Club. With free WiFi throughout and air-conditioned rooms, you can stream your favorite setlists or cool down after dancing. While check-in is from 15:00 and check-out at 11:00, the friendly staff often accommodate early arrivals or late departures when possible.

Who this Hotel is great for

  • Groups of friends looking for a social base close to nightlife
  • Solo travelers catching that once-in-a-lifetime gig
  • Couples planning a romantic concert weekend
  • Fans needing post-show recovery in a quieter seafront setting
  • Budget-conscious music lovers who want comfort without splurging

Food and Drink Options

On-site, you'll find a restaurant and bar perfect for a pre-show bite or post-concert drink. While there’s no 24/7 room service, the hotel offers convenient evening dining hours, and you’re a short stroll from Gunwharf Quays’ wide variety of eateries. Breakfast is available the morning after your gig, ideal for those slow wakeups.

Nightlife Options

While the hotel itself leans more toward the relaxed side, you can easily walk to lively bars and clubs in the Gunwharf Quays area. For those looking to wind down, the hotel bar offers a cozy atmosphere and classic drinks without the noise of a packed club.

What People Say

Guests consistently praise the friendly staff, clean modern rooms, and the excellent location for exploring Portsmouth’s attractions and venues. Many mention the ease of walking to events and enjoying the seafront views as a big plus. The health club amenities are also a hit, especially the pool and sauna for post-show relaxation.

Areas for Improvement

Parking is available but comes with a fee, so factor that into your budget. Some guests note the rooms facing the road can be a bit noisy, so if you're a light sleeper, request a quieter room at check-in. Also, while the hotel restaurant is convenient, the menu is more classic than adventurous.

The Bottom Line

If you're heading to Portsmouth for a concert and want a stylish, well-located hotel with seafront views and downtime-friendly amenities, the Holiday Inn Portsmouth is a solid pick.
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Free Internet
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Non Smoking
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Pets Allowed
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Accessible
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Free Breakfast
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Free Parking
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Business Center
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Airport Shuttle
Other Amenities
` Golf Course
` Meeting/Banquet Facilities
` Room Service
` Safety Deposit Box
` Air Conditioning
` Bar
` 24-Hour Front Desk
` Express Check-In/Check-Out
` Elevator
` Coffee shop
` Wheelchair accessible
` On-site parking
` indoor pool
` telephone
` kitchenware
` Designated Smoking Area
` Family Rooms
` Free Wi-Fi
` Game Room
` Hair/Beauty Salon
` Kitchen
` Massage services
` Off-Site parking
` Restaurant(s)
` Wind Surfing
` Daily Housekeeping
` English
` Thai
` Japanese
` Arabic
` French
` German
` Hindi
` Italian
` Latvian
` Polish
` Portuguese
` Romanian
` Russian
` Spanish
` Vietnamese
` Filipino
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Parking Available
` taxi service
` yoga room
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Bicycle parking
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Mobile app for room service
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` Invoices
` Staff trained in safety protocol
` Free face masks
` Grocery delivery
` Contactless check-in/out
` Food delivery
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Entertainment services
` Facilities for disabled guests available
` Fitness center
` Hot tub/Whirlpool
` Ironing amenities
` Kid-friendly dinning
` Laundry services
` Luggage storage & lockers
` Non-smoking property
` Separate shower/bathtub
` Spa services
` Spa/sauna
` Tennis court & equipment
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
` Individually-wrapped food options
` Air conditioning in public area
` Heating in public area
` Alternative meal arrangement
` Cleaning products available
` Room service available
` Pets allowed (charges may apply)
` Parking available (charges may apply)

Holiday Inn Portsmouth Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Good (3.75 out of 5)

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0.5

Poor - 0.5 out of 5

Dave Mon, 14 July 2025

Bad

Disliked: The fact that I was charged twice and it took over a month to get my money back was unacceptableThe customer service was the worst I have experienced.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Stuart Sun, 13 July 2025

Very good

1

Poor - 1.0 out of 5

Yui Sun, 13 July 2025

quite small size room

Disliked: When booking my room, I noticed that the Premium Room was advertised as 24 square meters, whereas the Seaview Standard Room was listed as 20 square meters. Since the prices were the same, I chose the Premium Room specifically for the extra space.However, upon checking in, I found the room to be significantly smaller than advertised — certainly no larger than 20 square meters. This discrepancy suggests a clear case of misrepresentation, which influenced my booking decision. On top of that, the air conditioning in the room was not working, and the room faces west, making it extremely hot in the afternoon and very uncomfortable to stay in

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Gloris Sun, 13 July 2025

Very good

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

David Sun, 13 July 2025

Good for a short stay

Liked: Location good , close to all attractions
Disliked: No low alcohol or 0.0 drinks at the bar although they are in the drinks menu.No fridge in room and air con poor.

3

Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Caroline Sun, 13 July 2025

It served its purpose, it...

Liked: Breakfast was very good, staff really friendly and helpful. very clean. Fridge in the room was good. Parking was good. The room was good size and furnished well.
Disliked: Restaurant was out of a lot of menu items (steak, burgers, some pizzas) so we didn't eat in. furnishings in bar and restaurant very basic and uncomfortable. We had asked for single beds which were not available which they told us in advance but we found double bed too small for us and didn't sleep well at all. The bed was comfortable with one person. It was rather expensive for what it was. the prices we think were inflated because of festival of speed weekend. much cheaper at other times. We had booked 2 nights but stayed just one because of the bed.

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Karen Sun, 13 July 2025

Superb

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Karen Sun, 13 July 2025

Superb

2.5

Fair - 2.5 out of 5

Neil Sat, 12 July 2025

Average! Premier inn do It...

Liked: Location
Disliked: Broken aircon Lack of towels Bit shabbyLack of vegan options at breakfast

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Sujith Sat, 12 July 2025

Great stay - highly recommended!

Liked: Clean rooms and staffs were friendly. Absolute plus was the bar downstairs with late night dinner available.Kids even got ice lollipops, during check-in, thought it was a great gesture considering the hot weather that day.Typical English breakfast was nice. Swimming pool & other facilities was well looked afterOnly a 30min walk to the southsea beach, and the coastal walk was refreshing.
Disliked: Every things was great. This info. is only for others to read instructions carefully, which we didn’t.Swimming pool is open for kids only till 8pm on weekdays, and then 8-10pm is for adults only. Son was a bit disappointed, but it was our fault.

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Holiday Inn Portsmouth Pembroke Road, Portsmouth