Royal Maritime Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (5105 reviews)
Queen Street , Portsmouth , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Packed lunches
Darts
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Clean and spacious rooms
Helpful staff
Cons:
Poor food service
Inconsistent staff responsiveness
Noise issues during events

Categories

Cleanliness
8.18
Room was nice and clean; however, some negative experiences noted about overall cleanliness due to service issues.
Service
7.95
Service was inconsistent; several complaints regarding food service and staff responsiveness.
Location
9.19
Fabulous location, just a short walk from important sites; highly praised by various reviewers.
Room Quality
8.34
Room was comfortable, spacious, and recently decorated; overall positive feedback.
Amenities
8.17
Good breakfast included and decent facilities, though some complaints about food service availability.
Value for Money
8.13
Good value overall, especially considering location and room quality; some complaints dampen overall perception.
Food and Beverage
6.68
Significant complaints regarding food quality and service availability.
Overall Experience
8.15
Mixed reviews overall, with some outstanding aspects overshadowed by significant issues during certain stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 07:59

Property Description

Central Location near Attractions
The Royal Maritime Hotel is perfectly situated, just a short walk from Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth’s Historic Dockyard. Explore designer shops, bars, and restaurants in the vibrant waterfront area.

Entertainment and Relaxation
Enjoy free Wi-Fi and unwind in the games room with snooker, pool, darts, and a skittle alley. Need a haircut? Visit the on-site barbershop for a quick grooming session.

Dining Options and Convenience
Indulge in a delicious bistro menu at Horatio’s Restaurant or grab a quick bite at Compass Cafe. Start your day with a hearty breakfast. Limited free parking is available for added convenience.

Experience comfort and convenience at the Royal Maritime Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Full payment is required at check-in.

Please note that on-site parking is limited, and is on a first-come-first-served basis. Parking cannot be reserved. On street parking is available around the hotel (JA or JD zones) using council scratchcards available at reception (GBP 6.00 for 24 hours). The historic dockyard car park is directly opposite the hotel. This is subject to availability, and hotel guests have a reduced rate (conditions apply).

Some leisure facilities are chargeable and time restrictions apply.

Guests are advised that occasionally functions take place in the club. On these occasions it is possible music can be heard until midnight.

The Swimming Pool is open Monday - Friday from 3.30 PM until 8 PM. On Saturdays and Sundays its open from 8 AM until 8 PM.

The Jacuzzi is currently closed for maintenance until further notice. For Cash payments I.D must be shown on arrival. Smoking is not permitted and will result in payment of a fine, any damages to the property will need to be paid at reception.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 5105 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.18
Service: 7.95
Location: 9.19
Room Quality: 8.34
Amenities: 8.17
Value for Money: 8.13
Food and Beverage: 6.68
Overall Experience: 8.15
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Terry couple gb
10
Pros:

Perfect stress free . Parking was perfect no issues

Cons:

Central to everything staff were stress free - perfect

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Sally couple gb
9
Great location
Pros:

Room fine, mattress a bit soft for my liking, breakfast very good and catered for my dietary needs

Cons:

WiFi wasn’t brilliant, TV kept buffering

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Loudon couple gb
10
Lovely stop….interesting building, maritime history, great area
2026-03-06 via Nuitee
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ian couple gb
10
Brilliant
Pros:

Good

Cons:

No

2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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Caroline family_with_children gb
7
Lovely hotel with lots of Maritime memorabilia. Close to Historic Dockyard 10 minutes walk away
Pros:

Lovely hotel, steeped in Maritime history. This was almost like a museum with everything they had on the Royal Navy and everything maritime.

Cons:

the only thing that was a shame we were in an area of the hotel that was being redecorated, so the walls of the corridoors were very grim, along with the almost non-existant carpet. The rooms were fine though. There were notices of apologies, and decorating has to be done. Pity it was when we were there, but I suppose there never is an ideal time. The lift was very small as well, and the person with me needed a wheelchair. It was a very tight squeeze.

2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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Peter couple gb
10
As usual we thoroughly enjoyed our stay RELAXING
Pros:

The staff were very helpful and friendly

Cons:

we liked being in the annex but the paintwork was needing updating the only fault we have

2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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lizzy family_with_children gb
9
lovely friendly hotel
Pros:

it was a lovely stay. from the moment we step throught the door we was made to feel welcome.the young lady was very helpful.the room was very clean and the beds were very comfy.breakfast was lovley plenty of everything .staff were very helpful,over all it was a lovely stay .would reccomend to others.and will stay again thank you to stafffor making it a pleasent stay.

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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GRACE solo_traveller gb
9
Great place to stay
Pros:

Location to shops and places to visit.

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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lauren couple au
7
Pleasant basic hotel very close to Gunwharf and city centre.
Pros:

The staff were very friendly and the location is superb for visiting Portsmouth and Gunwharf is a 5 minute walk. Breakfast was very nice with a nice selection. Free parking right outside was a great bonus.

Cons:

The room was very basic and looked nothing like the green rooms I saw online when booking, felt more like a dorm than a hotel room that we stayed in. There was a lot of decorating going on and the jacuzzi doesn't look like its been in action for a while which is a shame as it was something I really wanted to use.

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Marie couple fr
8
Pros:

Le charme de l établissement et son emplacement privilégié

Cons:

Travaux en cours dans les couloirs, les chambres auraient besoin d être rafraichies!

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Christina extended_group gb
10
2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Shona solo_traveller au
7
Suitable for short stay.
Pros:

Clean, good location.

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
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Adrian couple gb
7
Perfect location for visiting the historic dockyards,also good conciage parking over the road for which the staff gave u
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Bathroom could have been a little cleaner ,the radiator was grubby .

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
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F couple gb
8
A night in Portsmouth
Pros:

The room was spacious, clean, comfortable and well-presented. The staff were friendly, helpful and efficient.
The hotel is close to local landmarks and amenities, and although the parking at the hotel is limited, there is a multi-storey car park less than a 5 minute walk away.

Cons:

They are currently doing some redecorating (of the corridors in the west wing) . It would have been nice to have been informed of this before our arrival.

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
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Steven couple gb
7
As expected
Pros:

Lovely hotel- room was as expected for what we paid- good do with a bit of decor update but had everything we expected and all was in good working order

Cons:

Just decor of the room

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
J
Jon couple gb
8
2026-03-01 via Nuitee
D
Denis couple gb
9
2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller ie
9
2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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Patrick couple ie
6
Excellent for historical dockyard and local shopping mall
Pros:

I close to all amenities

2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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Hayley couple gb
10
Pros:

Great breakfast staff extremely friendly

Cons:

Hotel under redecorating should advise this on site to warn you however stayed there a few times but if it had been my first stay it would have put me off staying again

2026-02-25 via Nuitee