Keppels Head Hotel

Hotels
24-26 The Hard , Portsmouth , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Great location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Dated decor
Issues with cleanliness
Uncomfortable mattress

Categories

Cleanliness
7.8
Clean but mentioned issues with not much hot water and needed decoration.
Service
9
Staff were very helpful and friendly, contributing positively to experiences.
Location
8.8
Location perfect for visiting key attractions and transportation.
Room Quality
7.5
Rooms were clean but some furnishings were tired; issues with bed configuration.
Amenities
8
General amenities met needs including breakfast and parking.
Value for Money
7.5
Perceived value impacted by decor and some additional charges.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Breakfast was very good and well-received.
Overall Experience
8.5
Overall stay was pleasant despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 15:50

Property Description

Historic Charm and Prime Location
Step back in time at Keppels Head Hotel, a historic gem dating back to 1779. Located just 200 meters from Portsmouth's top attractions, including the Historic Dockyard and Spinnaker Tower, this hotel offers both convenience and charm.

Ideal for History Buffs
For history enthusiasts, this hotel is the perfect base to explore the iconic ships at the Historic Dockyard: the Mary Rose, HMS Victory, and HMS Warrior 1860. And with rooms offering stunning harbor views, you can immerse yourself in Portsmouth's maritime history.

Vibrant Entertainment Hub
When the sun sets, Gunwharf Quays comes alive with a plethora of dining options, bars, a casino, a nightclub, cinema, and even bowling - ensuring there's never a dull moment during your stay.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of history and entertainment? Book your stay at Keppels Head Hotel now.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 7.8
Service: 9
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 7.5
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Gillian • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Breakfast - service - staff

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Fredrick • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Convenient for the port

Cons:

Mothing

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Arne • family_with_children • de
7
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Abdellatif • couple • fr
10
Happy
Pros:

Thanks for all

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
émélie • solo_traveller • fr
4
Pros:

Hôtel correct, bien situé et personnel aimable et sympathique
Litterie confortable
Et bon petit déjeuner anglais.

Cons:

Salle de bain mal entretenue
Moisissures et autres dans la douche
Clim ne fonctionnant pas....OK mais remplacée par ventilateurs bruyants

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Harald • couple • ch
9
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Madeleine • solo_traveller • gb
9
So much to do here.
Pros:

2 min from gunwarf quays. Main breakfast room has so much character. All staff helpful. Parking. Such good value for money.

Cons:

Furniture in room is so old and tatty, only fit for the tip. It wouldn't cost much to refurnish with better second hand furniture.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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David • extended_group • gb
9
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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denis • extended_group • fr
7
Très bien
Pros:

La climatisation

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
C
Corin • solo_traveller • je
8
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Paola • solo_traveller • it
8
Portsmouth e le sue navi ammiraglie.
Pros:

Hotel vicinissimo alla Dockyard, allo Spinnaker Tower e alla stazione di Portsmouth Harbour. È tutto nello stesso marciapiede. C'è accanto anche un bellissimo pub 🍻 dove trascorrere una piacevolissima serata. Consigliatissimo. Le camere hanno un arredamento semplice, sono spaziose così come i bagni. Consigliatissimo.

Cons:

Nulla

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Sally • extended_group • gb
8
Enjoyable weekend
Pros:

Good venue with good food, good staff & convenient location

Cons:

N/a

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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SANDRA • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Location is perfect. AC worked great

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • au
4
Don’t go there unless you’re a stoic!
Pros:

The dining area and breakfast. Also the location was quite good.

Cons:

It was 27deg in our room and there was an AC unit that didn’t work. It seems common from reviews of this hotel and I suspect management has turned them off to save $. Also there was no hot water from our shower. Finally to top it off the mattress felt like a rock.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
J
Jack • couple • gb
6
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Dak1 • solo_traveller • au
8
Old but hood
Pros:

Good location. Comfortable old hotel. Good breakfast.

Cons:

Slow checkin

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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suzanne • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great location and value for money
Pros:

Perfect location

Cons:

There was nothing that I didn’t like

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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J • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Ideal location and purpose of my stay

Cons:

Friendly welcome and easy going

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
G
Glenn • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee