Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays is by the sea, offering continental breakfast and WiFi. The hotel features a bar for unwinding after visiting nearby Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Helpful multilingual staff assist guests throughout their stay.
Located near the beach, Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG is in a walkable area with great shopping. Portsmouth International Port and Southsea Hoverport are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Downs National Park and Farlington Marshes. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Fratton Park, or consider a night out at Wickham Estate. Visit our Portsmouth travel guide
The Plaza Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, England, PO1 3FD
What's nearby
Gunwharf Quays
1 min walk - 0.0 km
University of Portsmouth
6 min walk - 0.5 km
Mary Rose Museum
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Portsmouth Guildhall
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Portsmouth Harbour Station
5 min walk
Southampton (SOU)
41 min drive
Restaurants
Costa Coffee
2 min walk
The Lady Hamilton
5 min walk
Nando's
3 min walk
Las Iguanas
1 min walk
Frankie & Benny's
3 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG
Hotel near Gunwharf Quays
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is located near Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG, which provides free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Free in-room WiFi and conference space are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks such as:
Self-parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a banquet hall
2 meeting rooms, multilingual staff and luggage storage
Smoke-free property, a vending machine and a front desk safe
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 130 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site (GBP 2 per day)
Limited on-site self parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily
A bar/lounge
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Vending machine
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Business services
2 meeting rooms
743 square feet of conference space
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Handrails in stairways
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
1 building
4 floors
Banquet hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Pay films
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
More
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Self-parking fee: GBP 2 per day
Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Frequently asked questions
Is Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG?
As of 23 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG on 9 Aug 2026 start from Rp2.016.331, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG?
Self-parking is available for GBP 2 per day.
What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG located?
Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Spinnaker Tower and Mary Rose Museum are also within 10 minutes. Portsmouth Harbour Station is only a 5-minute walk and Portsmouth & Southsea Station is 14 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.4
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 493 out of 1006 reviews
10 - Excellent
493
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 1006 reviews
8 - Good
308
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1006 reviews
6 - Okay
119
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1006 reviews
4 - Poor
43
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1006 reviews
2 - Terrible
43
Reviews
Verified
6/10 Okay
Rene
21 Jul 2026
The room was ok, but the tv was small and looked a bit weird, Breakfast was poor and thr cutlery was filthy had to complain about it. Only thing good was the location
Rene
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Sandra
20 Jul 2026
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Room good size good for 2 people.
Breakfast was great. Waitress, Magda was fantastic.
Housekeeping was interesting… dirty cups and glasses were not taken from room.
Leaking cistern was an issue.
Parking was cheap.
Staff polite and helpful. Everything needed for 1 night stay. Lovely air conditioned room . All one needed at breakfast. Great location for exploring shops and harbour etc. Would recomend to friends and family and will stay again.
Caroline
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
JACKIE
17 Jul 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Breakfast good selection however it was mobbed and difficult to get a table (maybe consider extending time by half hour)
Water pressure in the room between 7 - 8
30 was so low it was difficult to clean my teeth
No chance of a shower and could not even fill the kettle for a cuppa.
Otherwise room was adequate, good a/c
Would stay again because it is so convenient.
Dirty room that smelt of dog.
Dog hairs on the carpet, skirting boards that looked like they hadn’t been wiped over in months.
The mattress was an old type spring mattress with minimal support, so didn’t have the best nights sleep.
This is the worst Holiday in room I have ever stayed in.
There were no adjoining rooms like we were told we could request. Air conditioning was not working. We were given fans but the windows were broken and unable to open to circulate air. There were no laundry facilities or pool like the website suggested. Our family room that was supposed to sleep 3 by using a bed and pull out sofa did not work for us since the pull out sofa was determined to be unsafe and not usable.
The member of staff couldn’t find our booking and made us feel like we hadn’t booked it until I showed them the confirmation, but no apologies and said they were having IT issues, they then said the air conditioning hasn’t been working since May, but nothing mentioned on there web site, so it was a very uncomfortable stay and TBH I wouldn’t have booked that hotel as we are in a middle of a heat wave and staff were not helpful!!!!
I have complained but not heard from them yet
Great location. Helpful staff 👌
Shame sir con not working in this realy hot weather but did supply fan. And windows opened a tad.
Used discount on various places supplied by hotels
Loved the location ,as we spent 2 days at the Royal Naval Shipyards. We could walk there easily. Plenty of places to eat close to the hotel and the lobby was a great place to socialize with our friends whom were also staying at the hotel. Staff were very friendly and the breakfast was hot and plentiful. Would highly recommend
I booked a trip to Portsmouth New Hampshire United States not United Kingdom drove 9 hours only to realize I had no room I paid for it about 2months ago now what do I do
Ron
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephen
17 May 2026
Breakfast was very good freshly cooked and a great selection
The room was clean and decor in good. It was air-conditioned but stopped during the night, there was a window but it was locked shut so not a great nights sleep. If these hotels want to save on electric please let us open a window. We wouldn't stay in the summer months due to this reason alone. Convenient for parking, shopping and eating and good value for money.
Julie
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Kirsty
8 May 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Air con didnt work. Apparently expedia should have notified us. Windows were screwed shut. Hotel is in a great location for gunwharf but definitely needs some work doing as tired and bathroom smells.