Q8 Boutique Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (1104 reviews)
38 A288 38 Clarence Parade Southsea , Portsmouth , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness of the hotel
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Lack of breakfast
No lift
Room soundproofing issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.18
Generally clean with some concerns about room details needing attention.
Service
8.95
Staff were friendly, welcoming, and flexible.
Location
8.69
Convenient location near the sea and events, great views.
Room Quality
7.64
Some issues mentioned with heating, soundproofing, and basic facilities.
Amenities
7.67
Lack of lift and minimal kitchen amenities impacted the experience.
Value for Money
8.13
Overall good value but felt like a boutique hotel experience was lacking.
Food and Beverage
7.18
Breakfast not included and limited food options available.
Overall Experience
8.35
Positive experiences overall, with a few notable drawbacks mentioned.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 01:34

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience a touch of elegance at Q8 Boutique Hotel, conveniently located near popular attractions like Mary Rose Museum and Portsmouth Cathedral. The hotel offers stylish rooms with modern amenities including free WiFi, kettles, and private bathrooms. Some rooms even feature stunning sea views, providing a serene ambiance for guests.

Farm-to-Table Breakfast
Start your day right with a delicious breakfast at the Farm Kitchen restaurant, just a short walk from the hotel. Indulge in fresh and locally sourced ingredients to energize yourself before exploring Portsmouth. Don't forget to grab vouchers at the reception for a hassle-free dining experience.

Convenient Location
Situated within proximity to Port Solent and HMS Warrior, Q8 Boutique Hotel is the perfect base for your Portsmouth adventures. Whether you're here for leisure or business, the hotel's strategic location and easy access to Southampton Airport make it a top choice for travelers.

Book your stay at Q8 Boutique Hotel now for a memorable and comfortable experience in Portsmouth.

Important information:

Please note that breakfast is not served on the premises, but at a partner-restaurant , within a walking distance from the hotelGuests 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.
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 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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    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.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 1104 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.18
Service: 8.95
Location: 8.69
Room Quality: 7.64
Amenities: 7.67
Value for Money: 8.13
Food and Beverage: 7.18
Overall Experience: 8.35
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Susan • extended_group • gb
9
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Temi • couple • gb
8
2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Sanders • couple • gb
10
2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Justin M • couple • gb
1
Worst night's sleep in a tiny bed that wasn't even a double, let alone a superior double.
Cons:

I booked and paid for a "Superior Double" room, yet the bed wasn't even a standard double, it was even smaller than that. We had the worst night's sleep.
When I mentioned this to the receptionist she said I booked with booking.com so need to take it up with you.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • extended_group • gb
10
Really nice boutique hotel in a great location with friendly and helpful staff. Recommended!
Pros:

Nice room, clean, modern and lots of space. Staff were super friendly, hotel was very clean and spacious. Great location, really enjoyed my stay here.

Cons:

Only small things, and apart from these, it was lovely.
The kettle didn't have a plug socket nearby, so I had to move it across the room and drag a table over to put the kettle on so it reached the wall plug. Only one pillow on the bed, but not a big issue for me. The shower screen doors sort of overlapped, but left a large gap at the bottom. Didn't affect the use, but may turn into an issue if someone makes a mess with the water. But overall, not major issues, and would highly recommend staying here.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Mary • family_with_children • gb
7
Pros:

Good location, modern and clean accommodation.

Cons:

No parking directly, no breakfast. Some noise back of building, unavoidable. No hairdryer.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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helen • couple • gb
10
A night away that felt like a breath of fresh air
Pros:

All aspects of… the reception area is beautifully decorated as was the room with a sea view. Lots of payable parking available but not expensive and the staff were welcoming and helpful

Cons:

Not applicable

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Carl • solo_traveller • gb
9
Didn't want to get out of bed
Pros:

When I left home at 16 and travelled to Portsmouth that guest house was my new home.I'm now 60 the owners of Q8 have done some amazing renovation work. Much love and respect to them

Cons:

Parking will always be an issue as its a busy as it's a hub for travel to to Isle of Wight. The park and ride facility is spot and also the bus to the hovercraft

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Torill • couple • no
5
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Howard • solo_traveller • gb
8
Easy and convenient, hotel was clean
Pros:

Location and the staff members that I encountered.

Cons:

Out of season so nothing to fault

2026-01-10 • via Nuitee
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wendy • couple • gb
10
Lovely hotel
Pros:

Everything was lovely would recommend to family and friends

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Lovely, fresh and clean. Good distance to the sea front. Nice view.

2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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martin • couple • gb
5
Pros:

It was with out a lift and needed a large effort to ascend to the room as 2 pensioners

Cons:

Lack of lift

2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • gb
10
2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • couple • gb
8
Perfect location for where we were going for NYE. Clean and comfortable bed
Pros:

Very helpful staff and clean

2026-01-02 • via Nuitee
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Hassane • couple • gb
10
Great location and very friendly staff
Pros:

I stayed at this hotel while travelling to take part in the Festive Half Marathon, and the location honestly couldn’t have been better. Everything was so convenient and easy to get to.
The staff were absolutely lovely — super friendly, welcoming and very flexible, which made the stay even better, especially around race day.
I really loved my stay here and would 100% come back again. Highly recommended!

Cons:

The room was a little cold and I couldn’t get the heating to work properly. I didn’t mention it at reception during my stay, so I’m sure it’s something they could easily fix. Other than that, nothing to complain about.

2025-12-25 • via Nuitee
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Frederick • couple • gb
8
2025-12-25 • via Nuitee
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Anji • solo_traveller • gb
5
Okay stay but definitely not boutique!
Pros:

The location is brilliant as not far from the promenade and sea.
Late checkout at 11am is good.

Cons:

Very disappointed about not having breakfast included on site. A boutique hotel in any other town would include breakfast. You had to leave the property to go to a local restaurant for food.
There was no lift.
The rooms weren't soundproof so you could hear people coming and going all the time.
Very basic tea and coffee facilities.
I don't think it qualifies as a boutique hotel

2025-12-11 • via Nuitee
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Holly • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great stay
Pros:

Fantastic host. Warm welcome. Clean and well looked after. Super hot water (love!) Lovely area for chilling in the afternoon. Perfect stay. We'll be back. Thank you!

2025-12-06 • via Nuitee
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Tommy • couple • gb
9
2025-12-06 • via Nuitee