Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

3.0 star property
Travelers start their day with continental breakfast before heading out to explore nearby shopping havens like Gunwharf Quays and historic attractions

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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.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is Rp2.016.331
Rp2.419.597 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(99 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast & View)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

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
Map
The Plaza Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, England, PO1 3FD

What's nearby

  • A modern urban waterfront with a tall glass building, a canal, and surrounding commercial buildings.
    Gunwharf Quays
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A building with a sign reading "University of Portsmouth" and a tree in front.
    University of Portsmouth
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • An indoor museum exhibit with glass display cases containing historical artifacts and information panels.
    Mary Rose Museum
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A historic building labeled "ACTION STATIONS" with a dock and boats.
    Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by trees and a paved plaza.
    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.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • 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

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 493 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

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6/10 Okay

Rene

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
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Sandra

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ralf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Läget
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to the carpark and staff were lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

JACKIE

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Andy

Disliked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Troy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in Gunwharf Quays, quiet room, breakfast good, onsite parking, bar prices reasonable for a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Seeta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with parking available. Great check-in experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Saba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, clean rooms, comfortable beds and nice views - the Holiday Inn Express exceeded our expectations. I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Alexander

Quite run down and felt very transactional.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room. Clean and modern. Well maintained throughout
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Gursharan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No air conditioning and they only tell you this after you have booked!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and a full breakfast. Very pleased.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Ron

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Breakfast was very good freshly cooked and a great selection
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Kirsty

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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026