Q8 Boutique Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (1133 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 1133 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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Jones • solo_traveller • gb
8
Great location, decent price through genius discount.
Pros:

Hotel close to seafront
View from room overlooking park
Decor
Friendly receptionists

Cons:

No air conditioning
No bedside tables
And tried ringing hotel a couple of times days before arrival.. with no answer at all from reception.
Parking isnt straight forward

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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S Warwick • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Location. View from our 3rd floor room overlooking the common to the sea.
Shops and restaurants just around corner, Palmerston Rd.
There is parking on street, (pay at the metre) free from 6pm to 8am.

Two chairs are a bonus.
Full length mirror a bonus.
TV & tea/coffee tray with kettle.

Cons:

No lift.
No dressing table (bring your own vanity mirror).
No drawers
No wardrobe
No hooks to hang coats.
Very small hanging space for two people, not suitable for more than 2 nights in my opinion.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Knoxk • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Denisha • solo_traveller • ie
10
Comfortable hotel in a brilliant area
Pros:

Great location. Clean, spacious single room. Lovely shower with good water pressure. Comfy bed. Great check in and check out. Nice convenient taxi button service in reception. Loved my 1 night stay.

Cons:

No aircon in the room but it was an unusually hot night though, so wouldn't normally be an issue.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Natalie • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Location was excellent, hotel was really clean, quiet and cool

Cons:

Mattresses were not very comfortable

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Emma • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great value stay
Pros:

Close to the seafront. Friendly staff spacious modern room

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Alice • couple • gb
8
Priced fairly for the quality of the room vs the location. Would stay again but
Pros:

Great location, comfy bed

Cons:

Small bathroom with heavy and hard to close door. Just enough room to move about

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Isabelle • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great place, shame about the parking.
Pros:

Staff very helpful. Easy to find. Spotlessly clean.

Cons:

It wasn't a problem for me as I didn't have a car but if you do, be warned finding a space can be a nightmare.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Nice hotel. Staff polite and helpful. Nice location.

Cons:

Unfortunately no decaff tea available. I did ask but they couldn't find any. I was able to buy some from a nearby shop.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Becky • couple • gb
10
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Raili • solo_traveller • fi
9
Pros:

Lovely place close to the shore

Cons:

Not very soundproof

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Michaela • couple • gb
7
Great Hotel on the Seafront!
Pros:

Good location, clean and modern

Cons:

A vending machine would be good to purchase water and drinks

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Ray • couple • gb
7
Cons:

No bath.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Ross • couple • au
6
short on value
Pros:

The view was good.

Cons:

Very dated

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Mwendwa • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Everything was great

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Oliver • couple • gb
10
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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adams • family_with_children • gb
9
Excellent and would definitely use this hotel again.
Pros:

It was a good price for an excellent room. The hotel was conveniently placed, the view was lovely. It was exceptionally clean and neat.

Cons:

The shower tray was extremely slippery. So much so I nearly fell twice. A shower mat is much needed. There were a LOT of stairs to reach the room.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
F
Freddie • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely room with fab sea view

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Ben • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Clean and tidy, friendly staff, good location

Cons:

Very noisy, guests coming up stairs at all hours making noise outside our room

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Rhiannon • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-04-29 • via Nuitee