Reviews of Q8 Boutique Hotel
38 A288 38 Clarence Parade Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 2ET, United Kingdom
#16 of 27 hotels in Portsmouth
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 972 hotel reviews
8.0Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.6
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Comfort
8.7
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Location
9.1
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Facilities
7.9
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Staff
8.8
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Value for money
8.0
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Free WiFi
8.4
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Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Matt
United Kingdom15 reviews9.0“Perfect overnight stay in a very comfortable room.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Bed could’ve been a bit more comfortable and blind didn’t block as much light out as it could’ve done.
Clean, comfortable with really nice facilities in a very good location.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Kamila
United Kingdom22 reviews7 helpful votes9.0“Nice hotel by the seaside”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Convenient location to all attractions and sea. Spacious modern facilities, good toiletries and powerful shower. Comfortable bed. Super nice staff. Delicious breakfast vouchers available for the local cafe. Parking after 6pm is free alongside the road.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Grace
United Kingdom4 reviews9.0“Lovely quiet quaint hotel nearby everything you may need”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The room was very warm but there is a fan provided which took the edge off and I got some sleep
Lovely hotel, great location, easy to find and close to lots of pubs and cafes for food. Close to theatre where I was headed. Perfect for my overnight stay.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 5 May 2024
David
United Kingdom1 review9.0“Excellent stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Just needed some lights to brighten up the steps at entrance and no drinks to purchase in the morning as well needed. Only serving tea, coffee or water. Could do with more selection
Clean friendly and room kept up to date
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Stella
United Kingdom6 reviews7.0“Nice hotel but cold !!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
No heating, stayed from Saturday night till Sunday morning, heating didn’t come on , we asked two different people on reception, one said it was coming on at 7 at night…. It didn’t…. Not once during our stay. Room was cold! . Also no lift in hotel and our room had four sets of stairs, would have benefited a lift.
Clean , good location, nice room
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Juliet
United Kingdom9 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Good value for money”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
We were at the top so 4 flights of stairs as no lift. Handrail loose on steps leading up to entrance
Good location, easy parking, clean comfortable room. Great for our overnight stay.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Ben
United Kingdom15 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Great location, staff and very clean.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Really friendly, helpful and professional staff. The room was very clean, tidy and looked nice.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Stock
United Kingdom1 review8.0“Good clean room, amazing view”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room with Sea View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Too many stairs no lift but view was worth it. Some fixtures were slightly coming away from wall but nothing that can't be fixed
We loved the tranquil atmosphere, clean room, view was amazing. Staff very friendly and couldn't do enough for you. Bed was super comfy. Warm room
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Michelle
United Kingdom6 reviews9.0“Convenient clean and good value”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Room was overlooking an alley where it seemed some dodgy dealings were happening!!
Great location Very clean Paid parking available outside
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Paul
United Kingdom1 review7.0“Good value hotel but sort the pillows for additional comfort”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Double bed - not used to it and the quality of the pillows was poor
Well located in Southsea, good size rooms and bathroom great condition
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Lisa
United Kingdom6 reviews8.0“Enjoyed our stay would try opt for lower floor next time”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Room was very warm and no lifts so a lot of stairs
Location and sea view
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Karen
United Kingdom1 review8.0“A prime location and comfortable stay, thank you.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The toilet seat was a little unstable and difficult to flush.
We did not take advantage of the breakfast option, but it was only 3 minutes around the corner in a local restaurant if we had. The room was very clean and the staff very welcoming and pleasant.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Sarah
United Kingdom3 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room with Sea View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Two doors to get in but only one unlocked... unfortunately no sign to say which!?. A little frustrating when you are carrying cases.
Booked online. Friendly welcome. Lovely room. Great location.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Neil
United Kingdom4 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room with Sea View
- • Stayed 1 night
Breakfast is available at nearby restaurant, no lift,
Great Location plenty of bars and restaurants nearby, sea/costal View from room, plenty of parking outside(payment required)
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 20 March 2024
Kevin
United Kingdom1 review9.0“Relaxing,”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Location good, Very clean room, Staff person was very polite and helpful,
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Julie
United Kingdom3 reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
On street parking.
Location
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 5 March 2024
Steve
United Kingdom4 reviews8.0“Quiet and comfortable.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room with Sea View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Having no lift and being on the 3rd floor was a bit tricky for us old folk. Having no breakfast facility is quite strange for a hotel these days.
The view was amazing looking out over the Solent towards the island. The room was very dark with the good curtains closed, great for sleeping.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 22 February 2024
George
United Kingdom9 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
No bar. Breakfast elsewhere.
Clean and comfortable, well located simple accommodation with no frills.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Daisy
United Kingdom2 reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
All was perfect for our short stay
Clean, near the sea and easy check in and check out
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Doris
United Kingdom17 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Great location. Lovely boutique hotel.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Missing TV remote control so we struggle to change channels for awhile.
Great location. Great view of the seafront garden and the sea. Closed to restaurants and shops. Yet quiet. Good size room. Very clean. Friendly staff.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 18 February 2024
Robert
United Kingdom1 review9.0“Radical dude”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Lack of parking
Shower was good, receptionist on arrival was exceptional and helped towards parking
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Melita
United Kingdom6 reviews9.0“Great value, comfortable and clean.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Deluxe Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing, all good.
Comfortable, good value, good location for the festival I was attending. Friendly receptionist. You can buy a voucher for breakfast at the nearly Farm Kitchen cafe which has a good range of choices including vegetarian and vegan. You get a breakfast and hot drink which gives you about £1.50 discount.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 29 January 2024
Roxy
United Kingdom5 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Mattress was too soft.
Great location and pleasant staff.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 25 January 2024
Jacquelyn
United Kingdom18 reviews8.0“Good location, bad communication”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Wi fi wasn’t working, would have been helpful to be told this at check in, we spent some time trying to get online. Kettle didn’t work but was replaced. Wanted to buy breakfast voucher in the morning but reception not staffed. A better choice of teas in the room would be good. Plastic hangers let down the quality of the room, described as Boutique but it had more of a commercial feel to it
Great location, clean rooms
Stayed in January 2024
