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Boasting a garden and views of garden, The green house is a homestay set in a historic building in Portsmouth, 1.6 km from Eastney Beach. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

Tastefully decorated place with a garden of that reminds us of Alice in Wonderland. Melissa has made our short overnight stay a memorable one. Should have allowed for more time to enjoy a cup of coffee in the garden!

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9.5
Exceptional
287 reviews
Price from
£70
per night

Cottage Grove Homestay rooms, a property with a garden, is set in Portsmouth, 1.9 km from Southsea Common Beach, 2 km from Portsmouth Harbour, as well as 11 km from Port Solent. The property is around 29 km from Ageas Bowl, 30 km from Chichester Train Station and 30 km from Chichester Cathedral. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Eastney Beach is 1.7 km away.

The breakfast was really lovely. And just enough for a quick dash to the train station. IT's a serve yourself situation in a lovely home kitchen.

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9.2
Superb
254 reviews
Price from
£69.50
per night

Featuring a garden, Ashbys Accommodation & Spa hire is set in Portsmouth in the Hampshire region, 2.4 km from Mary Rose Museum and 7 km from Port Solent. Boasting a shared lounge, the guest house is close to several noted attractions, around 1.3 km from Portsmouth Cathedral and around a 19-minute walk from Spitbank Fort. Attractions in the area include HMS Warrior, 2.1 km away, or National Museum of the Royal Navy, situated 2.3 km from the property.

Clean place, host is very friendly

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9.2
Superb
866 reviews
Price from
£75
per night

Situated 2.2 km from Portsmouth Harbour, 11 km from Port Solent and 29 km from Ageas Bowl, The Ferryman Art Deco studios in central Southsea features accommodation set in Portsmouth. The property has garden and city views, and is 1.9 km from Southsea Common Beach. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Eastney Beach is 1.4 km away.

Convenient to where I needed to be. Clean and efficient. Well maintained, easy access.

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8.4
Very good
369 reviews
Price from
£111.50
per night

Featuring a garden, Maritime Pods is located in Portsmouth in the Hampshire region, 3.5 km from Mary Rose Museum and 10 km from Port Solent. The property is around 2 km from Spitbank Fort, 2.7 km from Portsmouth Cathedral and 2.9 km from HMS Warrior. Fratton Train Station is 1.1 km away.

Central, safe location; beautiful and well-appointed room; lovely, quiet back garden; responsive, flexible host

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8
Very good
187 reviews
Price from
£57.50
per night

Located in Portsmouth, 4.2 km from Mary Rose Museum, Esk Vale Guest House provides accommodation with free WiFi and paid private parking. The property is set 11 km from Port Solent, 1.4 km from Spitbank Fort and 2.6 km from Portsmouth Cathedral. The guest house features family rooms.

Andy and his wife owner were so much kind and helpful even with my lugguage storage issue. Pretty clean room, toilet and house and good wifi connection. Close to seaside and free breakfast!

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8.8
Fabulous
887 reviews
Price from
£45
per night

Blue Star House offers accommodation in the centre of Southsea, Portsmouth.

Every room has a flat-screen TV. You will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Blue Star House offers free WiFi throughout the property.

Very cozy and comfy. The shared kitchen came in handy!

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8.3
Very good
628 reviews
Price from
£60
per night

Located in Portsmouth, Portsmouth Stays is a recently renovated accommodation, 3.4 km from Portsmouth Harbour and 10 km from Port Solent. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the homestay free of charge. Guests can make use of outdoor furniture if they wish to dine or sit outside.

Beautiful accommodation with everything you need to make your stay a home away from home

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8
Very good
70 reviews
Price from
£56
per night

Elphinstone HomeShare is located in Portsmouth, 1.7 km from Eastney Beach, 1.9 km from Portsmouth Harbour, as well as 11 km from Port Solent. It is set 1.2 km from Southsea Common Beach and offers a shared kitchen. Both parking on-site and free WiFi are accessible at the homestay.

Nice place and easy to get to somewhere. Bus stop is 3 minute walk , the location of these property near the shop and Bar easier to do everything .

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8
Very good
71 reviews
Price from
£38.25
per night

College Street Abode is set in Portsmouth, 500 metres from Mary Rose Museum, 400 metres from Portsmouth Harbour, and 11 km from Port Solent. It is situated 1.9 km from Southsea Common Beach and features a shared kitchen. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station.

I only wish I had stayed longer in Portsmouth. The property is a pleasant mix of hotel and hostel with the best of both.

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7.9
Good
189 reviews
Price from
£65
per night

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  • The green house
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 287 reviews

    Boasting a garden and views of garden, The green house is a homestay set in a historic building in Portsmouth, 1.6 km from Eastney Beach.

    Beeing a guest in a wonderful private home made this stay exeptional.

  • Maritime Pods
    Breakfast options
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 187 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Maritime Pods is located in Portsmouth in the Hampshire region, 3.5 km from Mary Rose Museum and 10 km from Port Solent.

    The room, was spacious and the bed was comfortable

  • Esk Vale Guest House
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 887 reviews

    Located in Portsmouth, 4.2 km from Mary Rose Museum, Esk Vale Guest House provides accommodation with free WiFi and paid private parking.

    Luxury for budget price, would definitely stay again

  • Elphinstone HomeShare
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 71 reviews

    Elphinstone HomeShare is located in Portsmouth, 1.7 km from Eastney Beach, 1.9 km from Portsmouth Harbour, as well as 11 km from Port Solent.

    スタッフのレスポンスが早くて丁寧です。全体的に綺麗で設備も整っています。シャワーやトイレも快適でした。

  • Budget Stays Near Gunwharf
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3 reviews

    Situated in Portsmouth and only 1.2 km from Southsea Common Beach, Budget Stays Near Gunwharf features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Double Room With Gym Access

    Double Room With Gym Access is a beachfront property situated in Portsmouth, 3.7 km from Portsmouth Harbour and 8.3 km from Port Solent.

  • The Bloom (Contractors, LongStay and ShortStay welcome)

    The Bloom (Contractors, LongStay and ShortStay welcome) is situated in Portsmouth, 600 metres from Mary Rose Museum, 700 metres from Portsmouth Harbour, as well as 10 km from Port Solent.

  • City Euphoria
    Breakfast options
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 9 reviews

    City Euphoria is situated in Portsmouth, 600 metres from Mary Rose Museum, 700 metres from Portsmouth Harbour, as well as 10 km from Port Solent.

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  • Cottage Grove Homestay rooms
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 254 reviews

    Cottage Grove Homestay rooms, a property with a garden, is set in Portsmouth, 1.9 km from Southsea Common Beach, 2 km from Portsmouth Harbour, as well as 11 km from Port Solent.

    Beautiful house and lovely people. Very good location ❤️🏡

  • College Street Abode
    Budget options available
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 189 reviews

    College Street Abode is set in Portsmouth, 500 metres from Mary Rose Museum, 400 metres from Portsmouth Harbour, and 11 km from Port Solent.

    Location, cleanliness, everything you need is provided.

  • City Euphoria Homestay
    Budget options available
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    City Euphoria Homestay is located in Portsmouth, 600 metres from Mary Rose Museum, 700 metres from Portsmouth Harbour, as well as 10 km from Port Solent.

  • A Stylish Flat Offering a Private Bedroom Near Landmark of Portsmouth

    Featuring a terrace with garden views, a garden and a shared lounge, A Stylish Flat Offering a Private Bedroom Near Landmark of Portsmouth can be found in Portsmouth, close to Mary Rose Museum and 2.2...

  • The Matisse
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Situated 600 metres from Mary Rose Museum, 600 metres from Portsmouth Harbour and 10 km from Port Solent, The Matisse features accommodation located in Portsmouth.

  • Boho Vibe Room Centrally Located in Portsmouth City
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4 reviews

    Situated 2.1 km from Southsea Common Beach, 600 metres from Mary Rose Museum and 700 metres from Portsmouth Harbour, Boho Vibe Room Centrally Located in Portsmouth City features accommodation set in...

  • The Coral Guest House 1 Fratton Park Portsmouth
    5.5
    Scored 5.5
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 2 reviews

    The Coral Guest House 1 Fratton Park Portsmouth is set in Portsmouth, 2 km from Eastney Beach, 2.8 km from Sword Sands Beach, as well as 3.5 km from Portsmouth Harbour.

  • Angelica place
    Budget options available
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 21 reviews

    Set in Portsmouth, 2.8 km from Sword Sands Beach, Angelica place offers recently renovated accommodation with free WiFi and a garden.

    very friendly hosts to make me welcome . comfortable bed easy parking

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  • Private Room BeachFront Apartment
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Boasting sea views, Private Room BeachFront Apartment features accommodation with a balcony, around 1.8 km from Southsea Common Beach.

  • Ashbys Accommodation & Spa hire
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 866 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Ashbys Accommodation & Spa hire is set in Portsmouth in the Hampshire region, 2.4 km from Mary Rose Museum and 7 km from Port Solent.

    Very clean and all mod cons better then normal hotel

  • The Ferryman Art Deco studios in central Southsea
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 369 reviews

    Situated 2.2 km from Portsmouth Harbour, 11 km from Port Solent and 29 km from Ageas Bowl, The Ferryman Art Deco studios in central Southsea features accommodation set in Portsmouth.

    Clean , well laid out , practical , good location .

  • Blue Star House
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 628 reviews

    Blue Star House offers accommodation in the centre of Southsea, Portsmouth. Every room has a flat-screen TV. You will find free toiletries and a hairdryer.

    Liked the whole set up felt very comfortable like home

  • Portsmouth Stays
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 70 reviews

    Located in Portsmouth, Portsmouth Stays is a recently renovated accommodation, 3.4 km from Portsmouth Harbour and 10 km from Port Solent.

    The Alvaro and the room and kitchen and bathroom .

  • Southsea stays
    Central location
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 79 reviews

    Located in Portsmouth, the recently renovated Southsea stays provides accommodation less than 1 km from Eastney Beach and 2 km from Southsea Common Beach.

    Really nice room, good location, great value for money

  • Sweet home
    Central location
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3 reviews

    Set in Portsmouth, the recently renovated Sweet home features accommodation 2 km from Southsea Common Beach and 2.1 km from Eastney Beach.

  • Albert Road Homestay
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 41 reviews

    Albert Road Homestay is set in Portsmouth, 1.9 km from Southsea Common Beach, 2.1 km from Portsmouth Harbour, and 11 km from Port Solent.

    The size of the room, Staff relationship, Location,

  • The Coral Guest House Portsmouth & Southsea
    6.2
    Scored 6.2
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 16 reviews

    The Coral Guest House Portsmouth & Southsea, a property with a garden and a shared lounge, is located in Portsmouth, 1.9 km from Eastney Beach, 2.8 km from Southsea Common Beach, as well as 3 km from...

  • Room in the centre of Portsmouth
    6.1
    Scored 6.1
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 11 reviews

    Room in the centre of Portsmouth is located in Portsmouth, 2.8 km from Southsea Common Beach, 3 km from Portsmouth Harbour, and 10 km from Port Solent.

  • Radanks House - Fratton
    5.7
    Scored 5.7
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 69 reviews

    Set 2.9 km from Southsea Common Beach, 3 km from Portsmouth Harbour and 10 km from Port Solent, Radanks House - Fratton offers accommodation situated in Portsmouth.

    No breakfast in hotel but a good Cafe walking distance So no problem

  • Zoom
    Central location
    1.6
    Scored 1.6
    Very poor
    Rated very poor
     · 21 reviews

    Located in Portsmouth, Zoom offers beachfront accommodation 2 km from Sword Sands Beach and provides various facilities, such as a private beach area, a garden and a tennis court.

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