Royal Maritime Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with an indoor pool, 5-minute walk to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Photo gallery for Royal Maritime Hotel

Lobby
Library
Lobby sitting area
Serves lunch and dinner
Front of property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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Queens Street, Portsmouth, England, PO1 3HS
  • Place, Mary Rose Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gunwharf Quays
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed (Single occupancy)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room (Single Occupancy)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Twin Room (Single occupancy)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Portsmouth

At Royal Maritime Hotel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Gunwharf Quays. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Horatio's Restaurant, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Victory Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Near this 3-property class Portsmouth hotel, you'll find Portsmouth International Port.

What's nearby

  • Mary Rose Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gunwharf Quays - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of Portsmouth - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Portsmouth Guildhall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Portsmouth Harbour Station - 5 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie Blanc Portsmouth - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ship Anson - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chiquito - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Royal Maritime Hotel

Hotel with an indoor pool, 5-minute walk to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An indoor pool, a library, and an arcade/games room are also featured at Royal Maritime Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Portsmouth hotel.

  • 101 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1956
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Royal Maritime Hotel offers 101 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. This Portsmouth hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Compass Cafe
  • Horatio's Restaurant
  • Victory Bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

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
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1956
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 1 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.5 for adults and from GBP 6.50 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 3:30 PM to 8:00 PM
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Royal Maritime Club Hotel Portsmouth
Royal Maritime Club Hotel
Royal Maritime Club Portsmouth
Royal Maritime Club
The Royal Maritime Club
Royal Maritime Hotel Hotel
Royal Maritime Hotel Portsmouth
Royal Maritime Hotel Hotel Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Royal Maritime Hotel?

Royal Maritime Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Maritime Hotel?

As of 17 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Maritime Hotel on 8 Jan 2026 start from NZ$129.02, including 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.

Is parking available at Royal Maritime Hotel?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Royal Maritime Hotel?

The closest beach to Royal Maritime Hotel is Southsea Beach (3.3 km).

Does Royal Maritime Hotel have a pool?

Royal Maritime Hotel has an indoor pool. The pool is open 3:30 PM to 8:00 PM.

Does Royal Maritime Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, guests highly rate the buffet breakfast here! Available weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Royal Maritime Hotel?

No, Royal Maritime Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Royal Maritime Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Royal Maritime Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Royal Maritime Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Royal Maritime Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 546 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and facilities. Self serve laundry 👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old-fashioned hotel with excellent friendly and helpful staff but the limitations of an old hotel. Not the most glamorous surroundings but I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly indeed, whole place was full of old school charm. Very highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tiffany

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Has obviously had a makeover, and rooms are fresh and comfortable - although all overlook each-other across central area, with no net curtains. Public spaces still look tired and dated. Biggest gripe was the catering. Absolutely dreadful. Breakfast was cheap products, grumpy service. Old fashioned toaster set by staff to either incinerate or barely warm the cheap sliced bread. Croissants like tiny bullets. No boiled eggs (despite menu). Ate there one evening and regretted it all night/next day - ordered a basic burger in a sourdough bun. Was cheapest (not sourdough) burger bun ever, singed in stripes on a griddle that made it smell and taste foul (couldn't get rid of the taste despite brushing teeth multiple times!). Fries were full of black bits of manky potato. Burger tasted of cheap, old, vegetable oil. I was really hungry, arriving late after a long journey, or I would have stopped eating after first mouthful. As it was, I ate half and regretted it. Yucky yuck.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was ready when they said. Very clean. Updated bathroom. No safe in room. No air conditioning in room (luckily didn’t need it). Small room but was fine for the 2 of us and for one night. Bed was very comfortable and water pressure in shower was great. No hooks or storage shelves in bathroom. Not a major deal but had to make do with living out of shelves in bedroom. Would visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gail

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
These are updated rooms in an older building that houses a Club and supports for veterans. Great library room and historic mariner plaques all around. Fabulous location near the historic dockyard where we spent both days of our stopover. The staff are excellent! The laundry is handy and uses 1 pound coins. They sell soap pods at reception.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Scott

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blaine

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, good staff with friendly attitude. Great for transport links.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant and within walking distance of the town centre and historical Maritime ships and museums
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Janette

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miss Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will be back!

As good as usual. Check on quick and easy. Everything explained, about breakfast, restaurant, bar. Staff in restaurant obliging and efficient, including those not normally seen.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Louise

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Avoid a inward facing room which backs onto noisey extractor fans
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious room with tv and tea/coffee facilities. Plentiful supply of tea etc. Bathroom also of a good size but shower was a bit lacklustre. Ideally placed for visiting the Museum of the Royal Navy which includes HMS Victory and The Mary Rose. Also near the Gunwharf Quays area with shops, restaurants and the Spinaker Tower.
View from room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service
Breakfast was very disappointing, choice and quality was poor. Plus there weren't enough staff. Room was lean enough though looking a bit tired.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SOLOMON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Great location for visiting the historic dockyard. Parking over the road in pay and display which is very reasonably priced especially with the hotel discount. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful grand entrance area and central atrium. Ballroom and bar area good. Location great for Naval museum. Helpful staff. But rooms seem in real need of redecorating and this lets down the overall impressive style of the hotel. Wallpaper peeling and carpets worn. It may just be my room in West Wing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely, friendly staff. Nice breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room smelt a little of smoke which was odd - room was clean but did not smell fresh. Not a big deal but thought I’d mention it. Was very convenient for me though for the station first thing so perfect from this perspective.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025