The Queens Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (2693 reviews)
Clarence Parade, Southsea , Portsmouth , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Delicious food
Cons:
Cold rooms
Maintenance issues
Small room size

Categories

Cleanliness
7.8
Inconsistent cleanliness reported, with issues due to plumbing and maintenance.
Service
8.8
Staff received positive comments for being friendly and helpful.
Location
8.8
Well-located for shopping and ferry access, as praised by guests.
Room Quality
7.8
Issues noted with room temperature, size, and amenities like the shower.
Amenities
8.3
Offers character and unique features; some amenities underperforming.
Value for Money
7.3
Some comments suggest that value could improve based on room quality.
Food and Beverage
8.8
Food received high praise from guests, especially bar meals.
Overall Experience
8.8
Guests expressed overall satisfaction despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 03:47

Property Description

Luxurious Edwardian Building by the Beach

The Queens Hotel, a stunning Edwardian building, is ideally located just a 5-minute walk from the beach, offering picturesque views across the Solent and the Isle of Wight.

Elegant Rooms with Modern Amenities

Each room at The Queens Hotel is equipped with free WiFi, tea and coffee facilities, a hairdryer, and a TV. For a touch of luxury, select rooms boast stunning sea views of the Solent.

Dining with a View and Nearby Attractions

Indulge in on-site dining at the 1865 Restaurant, serving a delicious buffet breakfast with views of the hotel gardens. The hotel bar offers a grill menu and overlooks the Solent, with sights of the Spinnaker Tower less than a mile away. Explore local attractions such as the Historic Dockyard and HMS Warrior, all conveniently located near the hotel.

Book your stay at The Queens Hotel for a memorable seaside retreat.

Important information:

Please note that dogs are accepted by prior arrangement in standard rooms only.

Room photos are a characteristic representation of the individual room type, however due to the age of the building all rooms differ in shape and size.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SOU

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 2693 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.8
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 7.3
Food and Beverage: 8.8
Overall Experience: 8.8
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Elaine couple gb
9
A great hotel with fabulous staff
Pros:

Absolutely beautiful hotel. The staff couldn’t do enough for the guests.

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple gb
10
Beautiful stay wonderful staff.
Pros:

Hotel is beautiful Edwardian building in a perfect location. Close to so many local places of interest including the historic dockyard and ferry terminal to Isle of White and France. Staff were incredibly friendly, polite and helpful.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Chrystalla solo_traveller gb
10
2026-04-15 via Nuitee
M
Miles solo_traveller gb
8
2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Elaine couple gb
9
A lovely very welcoming hotel at great location
Pros:

Great location for travelling from the ferry port next day. Easy to park and nice location overlooking park and Solent.
Staff are superb, nothing is too much trouble.

Cons:

Have to be careful of step in the bathroom!

2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Miho solo_traveller gb
8
Very comfortable room with fantastic breakfast and friendly and polite staff members
Pros:

Room - very cosy with a view, but it was surprising a small room. Breakfast - great breakfast with combination of continental and cooked breakfast. Location - Walking distance to the see shore and the office that I have to go to in the morning.

Cons:

The room was extremely small even for a single bed room, and there was no wardrobe to hang my close. It was ok just for me alone, for work.

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Alan solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Location. And building

Cons:

Room was a bit tired, particularly the bathroom.

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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William couple gb
8
Good Value throughout!!
Pros:

Location and value for money.

Cons:

Slow service in restaurant due to the volume of customers.

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Janet solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

Interesting old building ( which I really like) in a good location to walk to all of Portsmouth.

Cons:

Old building with bad plumbing, inadequate ventilation, poorly laid out bathroom, no closets.

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
H
Hadeel family_with_children gb
9
Pros:

Place is quite and clean .

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
R
Ros couple gb
9
2026-04-13 via Nuitee
T
Tina solo_traveller gb
10
What an amazing find.
Pros:

Hotel was in a great location and we had the most amazing view. All staff were very polite and friendly. Had dinner in the restaurant and the service and food was amazing.

Cons:

2 things (only minor, and one was down to personal preference.)
The bed was quite hard (but that is personal preference and might not be considered hard by others.) Second thing was the radiators in our room. They were extremely noisy (but an easy fix for maintenance.) Small minor things but would absolutely stay there again.

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
S
Suzanne family_with_children gb
8
Pros:

Great location and a lovely classic and elegant hotel

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
T
Tamsyn solo_traveller gb
10
2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Peter solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Lovely walks close by and has good access to public transport.

Cons:

Good have been some more drawer space

2026-04-11 via Nuitee
S
Sabarigirivasan couple gb
10
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Mr couple gb
7
Enjoyable
Pros:

Period and classic style of its era, clean and tidy, looks well maintained. Has great impact upon arrival.

Cons:

Only grumble was the bathroom. Basin tap loose, toilet roll not easily accessible from seated position as behind head. Lack of ledge space for toiletries.

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Lois solo_traveller gg
10
Pros:

Great location, we loved it.

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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ALLISON couple gb
10
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Marion couple gb
6
A nice short stay by the seafront. Staff were friendly and the room was nice and clean.
Pros:

The location is perfect

Cons:

The bed wasn’t very comfortable

2026-04-09 via Nuitee