Royal Maritime Hotel, Portsmouth
About the Hotel
The Royal Maritime Hotel, established in 1850, is one of the oldest hotels in Portsmouth and showcases the city's naval heritage. Located just 200 meters from the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, it resides near significant attractions like the D-Day Story museum and Gunwharf Quays. With a strong emphasis on community support and veteran services, all surpluses from the hotel go towards charitable causes. This unique establishment offers both leisure and professional amenities for a diverse clientele.
Location
Situated a short walk from Portsmouth Harbour station and Gunwharf Quays, the hotel is ideally positioned for exploring city attractions. Local bus and taxi services are readily accessible, facilitating travel around Portsmouth and beyond. The venue is surrounded by historical sites, including the Spinnaker Tower and Charles Dickens' Birthplace Museum, making it a convenient base for visitors.
Rooms
The Royal Maritime Hotel features over 80 en-suite bedrooms, including options for families and accessible facilities. Recently refurbished rooms provide a mixture of classic and modern décor, catering to varied guest preferences. Guests can choose from standard double and twin rooms to deluxe options equipped with enhanced amenities. Every room includes free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee making facilities, and free toiletries.
Eat & Drink
Horatio's Restaurant serves a seasonal à la carte menu featuring traditional and bistro-style meals, sourced from local suppliers. Breakfast options include a buffet-style Continental and full English breakfast available daily. The Victory Bar offers a relaxed environment, serving bar snacks and a selection of beverages, including various rums. On Sundays, a special carvery with complimentary dessert is available.
Leisure & Business
The hotel offers leisure amenities such as a swimming pool, sauna, and two skittle alleys located in the basement. Access to these facilities is made convenient with a platform lift connecting to the leisure area. Business guests have access to multiple function rooms, including the Trafalgar Ballroom and Nelson Lounge, suitable for conferences and special events with accommodating staff assistance.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Paid parking
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Darts
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's buffet
- Game room
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Heating
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms had recently been refurbished, including a lovely bathroom with a large walk-in shower and a very comfy bed. The breakfast was decent, offering a nice start to the day. However, the customer service definitely needs improvement, especially at the reception. On the upside, the hotel is located in the historical area of Portsmouth, making it convenient to reach Portsmouth Harbour station and explore superb tourist attractions. The dining experience, although a bit overpriced for limited options, still provided quick service with the option for add-ons.
The hotel is located in the historical area of Portsmouth, very close to the ferry terminal and near the museums. The rooms feature giant comfortable beds and excellent amenities, providing a great night's sleep. The service was professional and welcoming, although a small hiccup with finding the reservation. Dining options were good, with freshly cooked ingredients, even though the menu was a bit limited. The facilities were well-maintained, offering a comfortable stay overall.
The hotel is located in the historical area of Portsmouth, close to all attractions and the coach station. The rooms are well-equipped with good facilities, a great bathroom, and a good shower. The service could be improved, especially with the receptionist; however, laundry services and a welcome drink are available. The dining experience, though a little overpriced for the limited items offered, includes good ingredients and freshly cooked meals. The facilities are decent, addressing the basic needs of guests.
The hotel is located in the historical area of Portsmouth, close to Gunwharf Quays shopping center and near the Harbour. The rooms had recently been refurbished and the bathroom was excellent with a large walk-in shower, plus we were upgraded free of charge to an executive bedroom. However, there was a slight issue with the reservation that the duty manager did not handle as expected.
My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly, but there were some shortcomings in service. The location was convenient, but lacked proper dining options. The facilities were satisfactory, offering a decent experience for the price.
The hotel is situated in the historical area of Portsmouth, and it's close to the ferry terminal and Portsmouth Harbour Railway station. The rooms offer very good facilities, including a lovely big opening window, tea/coffee facilities, and a giant comfortable bed. The service was professional, although I couldn't talk with the general manager due to a meeting, and there was a minor issue with finding the reservation. The location is fantastic, with lots of nice places to eat in the marina nearby. The dining experience included fresh and seasonal products, with the option for add-ons for pre-dinner drinks. The facilities were excellent, providing laundry services and a welcome drink. The price was worth it for the value received.
The hotel is ideally located in the historic area of Portsmouth, right next to the National Museum of the Royal Navy and close to the seafront and shops. The rooms are upgraded free of charge and spacious, but some improvements are needed in customer service. The dining options are a bit overpriced for the selection available.
I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms had recently been refurbished, which was a lovely touch. The bathroom was excellent with a large walk-in shower and a giant comfortable bed. The hotel is situated in the historical area of Portsmouth, close to the town centre and the historic dockyards. The dining experience was good with quality ingredients freshly cooked. However, the service needed some improvement, as I couldn't find my reservation easily, and they could work on their customer service skills. Despite that, the overall experience was delightful.
The hotel is situated in the historical area of Portsmouth, surrounded by attractions and close to the Historic Dockyard & Waterfront. The rooms are in good condition, boasting a fantastic mattress and a jacuzzi, along with excellent facilities. The service is provided in a really professional manner, although there was an issue finding my reservation and the general manager wasn't available to talk. The dining experience, while offering good ingredients freshly cooked, was a bit overpriced for the limited items available. The location is near everything you might need but could be a bit bare in some areas. Overall, a comfortable stay with some minor drawbacks.
The hotel is situated in a historical area of Portsmouth, near the train and bus stations, and very close to the Royal Navy museum. While the rooms were excellently refurbished and featured lovely bathrooms with large walk-in showers, an issue arose with the quality of towels in the spa. The staff's customer service, particularly the receptionist, could use improvement, as contacting the duty manager was challenging. Despite a slight overpricing in dining with limited menu items, the food quality was good, and there were tandoori dishes available. Overall, the value for money was reasonable given the included dining options, but guest expectations could benefit from being managed more professionally.
Staying at this hotel was a delightful experience overall. The recently refurbished rooms were a lovely surprise, especially the excellent bathroom with a large walk-in shower. I was even upgraded free of charge to an executive bedroom with a large, comfortable bed. However, there were some issues with the service, particularly the need for improvement in customer service. The location was superb, nestled in the historical area of Portsmouth, making it easy to reach all the main attractions. The dining experience had its ups and downs with quick but not great quality food. The facilities were decent, without any standout features.
The hotel is ideally located in the historical area of Portsmouth, close enough to the ferry terminal and the railway station. The rooms offer a giant comfortable bed and tea/coffee facilities, but there is room for improvement in their customer service. The dining experience, although with good ingredients freshly cooked, was a little overpriced for the limited items offered.