6 Malvern Road, Portsmouth, PO5 2NA, United Kingdom
#6 of 31 hotels in Portsmouth
Guests' ChoiceBased on 353 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.9
Location
9.0
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.4
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 4 September 2025
David
United KingdomLocation great, staff very friendly and helpful. Facilities good with nice outside dining area open for breakfast too. I was glad I had booked the reserved parking as parking in the immediate area was very busy indeed.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 3 September 2025
Carol
United KingdomCouple of little things - toilet flush knocks seat every time @ took ages to fill up. Don’t like overhead showers & control was very odd
Breakfast was lovely & staff were very helpful
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 2 September 2025
Abdul
United Kingdombathroom was small and very cramped
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 30 August 2025
Marie
United KingdomThe pillows were rather uncomfortable for my taste,my husband was ok with them.
Beautiful hotel in a quiet area which we appreciated. Parking and check in was smooth and easy. Food was superb,and the service was excellent.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 15 August 2025
Clive
United Kingdomroom was a little bit dark, windows faced to a dark alleyway, very little light entering room.
good staff/ homely feel
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 11 August 2025
Emma
United KingdomNothing really! It was a really good hotel. I would have liked a sourdough option for toast with my breakfast, but that is being REALLY picky!! ;-)
Hotel is conveniently located in Southsea and very close to the beach. We stayed overnight for a party nearby and were very happy with everything. There was parking available and the garden restaurant was very nice and had excellent food. Breakfast was very good.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 24 July 2025
Dawn
United KingdomParking was tricky. Glad we were in the main hotel not over the road.
Excellent stay. Friendly helpful staff. Good food. Clean rooms and linen. Glad we had paid for parking.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 21 July 2025
Philipp
SwitzerlandSome hair in the bathroom and on the bedside table
Beautiful and quiet room. Good location close to the beach, nice breakfast. Hotel provides a card for free parking in the neighbourhood. There is also a popular restaurant in the hotel. I would definitely recommend it.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 29 June 2025
Alyson
United KingdomNo air con but had a fan
Fantastic staff and location
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 25 June 2025
P
United KingdomIt should be clear on the website that parking is available and a parking permit is provided. A small detail but not clear from the website and from the reviews it looked as if garage parking was needed it would cost £15
A safe environment and good access to facilities in Portsmouth. Good choice of breakfast. Some of the staff were very pleasant.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 22 June 2025
Surjeet
United KingdomN/A
Really friendly and helpful staff Nice clean room Close to the beach Good food
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 20 June 2025
Rachel
United KingdomNothing really although the addition of fresh fruits/grapefruit would have been nice for breakfast
Lovely comfortable room, very efficient check in. Great breakfast served inside or outside in the garden
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 12 June 2025
Lionel
United KingdomRoom was nice enough but the view was thebrick wall of the hotel next door which was a bit disappointing
Breakfast was excellent
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 16 May 2025
Stevens
United KingdomVery well presented, comfortable bed, lovely decor. Excellent choice of breakfasts. Friendly staff and the permit system for parking on nearby street worked well.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 6 May 2025
Gerald
United KingdomNo problems
Very clean. Spacious room (room 3). Very friendly staff. Always someone on hand during the day
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 3 May 2025
Kerri
SwitzerlandBeautiful hotel is a perfect location - just a 5 minute walk to the lovely beach. Staff exceptional and so helpful (big thanks to Harrison for whom nothing was too much trouble!) Lovely breakfast and light, spacious room.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 1 May 2025
Stephanie
United KingdomVery hot. There was a fan in the room but still uncomfortable. I realise it may not be possible but aircon would have been very welcome.
Comfy bed, friendly staff, location excellent for the Kings Theatre.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 30 April 2025
Sarah
United KingdomThe ensuite smelled damp, but was very clean The table/desk was wobbly for laptop working
Breakfast was excellent, especially the poached eggs and coffee. Staff were very responsive and polite.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 28 April 2025
David
United KingdomClean and comfortable large bedroom. Hotel in a good location close to sea front. Parking pre booked at the door.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 24 April 2025
Janet
United KingdomThere was a musty smell in the room coming from the bathroom, even with the windows open it seemed to linger.
Walking distance from sea front . Fantastic Breakfast lt of variety, bed was comfy, room was good size clean and roomy.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 21 April 2025
Sarah
AustraliaNo fridge
Conveniently located and very nice staff
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 20 April 2025
Simon
United KingdomA minor point. The bathroom was a bit small and dated. Only a fixed rain shower rather than a rain and handset.
Friendliness of staff. They were very welcoming and helpful to all our needs. The room was spacious with a very comfortable bed.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 16 April 2025
Georgia
United KingdomParking is a significant issue and they do offer paid parking on site so do take advantage of a spot if you can. Lack of recreational spaces to socialise outside of the garden. There is a cafe/bar but seemed understaffed so was unsure if it was open.
The hotel is made up of different sites which all aim to cater to different guests needs. I stayed on the main location which had the garden area which I can imagine is really popular during the peak season. The rooms were nicely decorated and had enough facilities for one or two nights stay; I’d argue maybe the storage space would be tight for anything longer with a couple staying. The breakfast selection was really good and is set in a lovely airy space however, for those wanting a sweet or quick option would be disappointed. Would also appreciate the option of self servicing coffee/tea or juice. Staff were friendly and very helpful throughout the whole experience.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 27 March 2025
Lee
United KingdomShower needed a bit of a deeper clean
Location, staff. Breakfast. Parking
Stayed in March 2025
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