Superbly located in Portsmouth’s lively waterfront development, Gunwharf Quays, this hotel offers bright, modern rooms with buffet breakfasts. Shops, bars and restaurants are on the hotel doorstep. Spacious rooms at this Holiday Inn Express all have a TV, tea/coffee and a telephone. All bathrooms are equipped with power showers, while some rooms have views of the docks. Gunwharf Quays has a vast number of attractions, including designer shops, a cinema, bowling, a casino and a comedy club. The shops of the city centre are 0.6 miles away. Portsmouth's historic Dockyard and the waterfront, filled with traditional pubs and restaurants, are both a 10-minute walk away. The nearest rail station is 5 minutes’ walk from the hotel. The breakfast area is located in the relaxing lounge and a continental breakfast is available each morning.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand
Holiday Inn Express

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
or
1 double bed
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Pui
Hong Kong Hong Kong
The location is very convinent. Parking is easy and is free for first 24 hour. There are coffee machines in the lobby. You can enjoy the coffee any time.
Marcus
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Lady on check in was very helpful the location was excellent the car park arrangement worked well. Breakfast selection was very good decent coffee machines.
Lorraine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We use this hotel often and love everything about it the staff food comfort,it’s very clean and ideal for shopping recommend place to stay Sophie what a fantastic employee thank you for everything
Ratcliff
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Excellent location Parking deal with Gunwharf quays made it excellent value for money
Regina
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The hotel is close to the shopping outlet and breakfast is excellent and too many choices of food.
Tamsin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The closeness to the Portsmouth shopping centre abs gunwharf keys
Benjie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
What scored perfect to us is their superb customer service. They were all accomodating and truly happy to serve, especially Wayne - he's a breath of fresh air. And their location is strategically placed in the heart of the city -- very convenient.
Cea61
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Amazing value for money. Location is excellent for Gunwarf Quays ( right in the centre) and the Isle of Wight ferry (5 mins drive) Free overnight parking with validated ticket in Gunwarf Quays car park. Helpful staff. Excellent hot and cold...
Keith
Spain Spain
We've used the hotel twice now on our visits to the UK. It's very well run, and the staff have a lovely attitude with nothing to much trouble. Breakfast buffet 100%
Mandy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The central location, the value for money & very helpful staff - especially Aaron on reception & the young man serving breakfast - who was also the maintenance man Our room was spotlessly clean & we had a lovely conversation with the lady...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays by IHG takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot always available
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestro Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays in advance.

Pets are not allowed, but guide dogs are accepted.

Undercover private parking is available at the main Gunwharf Quays Car Park.

Up to 2 children under the age of 18 stay free when sharing a room with up to 2 adults if suitable accommodation is available.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.