Portsmouth Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Portsmouth
Our guide on where to stay in Portsmouth

Southsea
Southsea is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, lively bars and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Kings Theatre or Southsea Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Portsmouth City Centre
Portsmouth City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Portsmouth Guildhall and New Theatre Royal while in the area.

Old Portsmouth
You'll enjoy the monuments and historical sites in Old Portsmouth. You might want to make time for a stop at Square Tower or The Point.

Cosham
Cosham is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out PlayZone Portsmouth, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Buckland
While Buckland may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Portsmouth International Port and Portsmouth Guildhall.

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG
"Nice clean rooms, lovely staff and convenience to local area is great."
Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Village Hotel Portsmouth
"I really liked the stay here - staff were fantastic and hotel room was fine for what I needed - disappointed there were no electric car charging stations on site - not 1"
Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Portsmouth Marriott Hotel
"Comfortable overnight stay before early ferry crossing"
Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Gunwharf Quays Apartments
"The room is neat and spacious. The host is very attentive to prepare everything needed in advance. They are very helpful too"
Reviewed on 22 June 2026

Central 3BR Home with Hot Tub Sleeps 10

Spacious First-Floor Super King or Twin Studio Apartment with Free Parking
"The room was clean, and a great location in Southsea. A few small issues: the TV stopped working on our last morning, the bath had not been used and the water ran yellow, but the shower was fine. A cloth to do the washing up would have been of use. Overall the room was a great base for our weekend ..."
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
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