Keppels Head Hotel
Hotel in Portsmouth
Reasons to book
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsInternet / Wifi, Beachfront or waterfront, Parking and more
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About this hotel
This historic hotel, built in 1779, has free parking and an excellent location about 200 metres from Portsmouth's Historic Dockyard, Portsmouth Harbour Rail Station, Gunwharf Quays and Spinnaker Tower. Free Wi-Fi is accessible in the public areas.
Amenities
Internet / Wifi
Parking
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Beachfront or waterfront
Family friendly
Map of Portsmouth
Available Rooms
1 Double • 161 ft²
Sleeps 2
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2 Single • 161 ft²
Sleeps 2
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1 Single • 107 ft²
Sleeps 1
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1 Sofa • 172 ft²
Sleeps 3
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1 Queen • 215 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Reviews
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5.0
1-super fantastic location! Close to train station, main tourist attractions, no need for a car.
2-staff were very friendly and accommodating
3- room 23 was amazing and much better than we expected, large with great view of “the victory ship” the beds were exceptionally comfy, and quiet and the modern bathroom, had good hot water pressure.
4 - restaurant had so much atmosphere, breakfast was very hearty with great variety.
5 - welcome drink at the bar was an unexpected pleasure.
There was no faults I could see.
4.5
Excellent location between the Historic Dockyard and Gun Wharf Quay, both just a short walk away. About 5 minutes drive to the Wightlink Car Ferry Terminal.
Free parking.
Nothing was too much trouble for the staff.
Good value for money.
2.0
Lage für öv-Reisende super- das ist aber auch schon alles!
- Teppich in Zimmer mit vielen alten Flecken/ Kaugummiresten =eklig
- Zimmer im 1. Stock mit Fenster gegen benachbartes Haus/Innenhof- kein Tageslicht, stank immer nach essen (Fisch/Frittiertes) wenn man lüften wollte
- Zimmerservice vergass altes Badetuch im Zimmer vom Vorgänger/ 1x kein Zimmerservice gemacht /kein wc Papier nachgefüllt
- Morgenmessen mässig- Full Breakfast sehr fettig, restliche Auswahl alles Fertig-Produkte
5.0
Clean and tidy
Nothing
4.5
L'emplacement, l'accueil, la qualité de l'hébergement
La chaleur dans la chambre, un peu surchauffée a mon goût
4.0
Posizione ideale per muoversi tra i punti principali della città, camera e bagno spaziosi e puliti, comodo il parcheggio affianco alla struttura
Staff presente ma non troppo cordiale
3.0
Die Nähe zum Hafen - für eine Nacht soweit ok
Alles etwas altmodisch und trotz Modernisierungsversuche heruntergekommen, aber für eine Übernachtung ausreichend.
Frühstück könnte besser organisiert werden.
4.0
Doordat mijn vlucht vertraging had arriveerde ik na middernacht in het hotel, vooraf heb ik gebeld met het hotel om mijn aankomsttijd te melden, werd perfect geholpen en bij aankomt kreeg ik van het super aardige personeel nog iets te drinken. Kamer was simpel maar goed.
4.5
Location, breakfast, staff
The window was blocked off. But you could open it
2.0
Comfy bed nice staff
Bathroom stank of faeces and the whole room had a horrible chemical smell. Whole hotel looked a bit rundown and dingy.
5.0
Great veiw, Great loccation, Huge Beds,
great staff
Lovely Food we had an evening meal and breakfast
I wish I knew it was cheaper booking direct with the hotel and that they had parking
3.0
Clean bathroom, free breakfast
Stain on linen, uncomfortable chair, cheap desk and chair, couldn’t get TV channels apart from BBC
4.0
Breakfast was lovely
The location of hotel was perfect. We we right by Gunwharf mall, right by the Warrior warship, stunning views. We walked a few steps and were by fabulous pub. You could walk to the Fish place on the docks and to the pebble beach... ideally located
Didn't give you much toilet paper
4.0
L'emplacement, juste en face de la gare routière, de gunwalf, et la possibilité de tout faire à pied.
Le personnel est très sympathique et accueillant... le petit déjeuner est copieux, très bon rapport qualité/prix.
Ça grince un peu dans tous les coins, mais cela fait partie du charme de l'hôtel.
4.0
The location is excellent. It is close to the railway station, Historic Dockyard, Gunwharf Keys. Regarding the hotel, the staff were friendly and helpful. I must admit the reception looked a bit like the set of Fawlty Towers, but that just added to the charm of the hotel.
My single room was well equipped although rather small. The breakfast was also good value with friendly staff.
Not much really.
5.0
The sushi menu, decor, staff, breakfast - very quick to arrive. I found the stairs difficult being disabled there are stairs and some without handrails or only on one side. Otherwise a near perfect score, well done and great value for money as well too.
See above
4.5
Good location close to amenities, free parking a bonus.
N/a
4.0
Location and an excellent breakfast
Breakfast waitress was rather confrontational
3.0
Fantastic location reason we would stay again less than 1 minute walk to shops, free parking, comfortable beds
Cheap breakfast ingredients or maybe just not to our taste, bedroom had not been dusted for a long time but clean bedding & bathroom
4.5
The historical aspect on the historical dockyard and a perfect location
Nothing. The street aspects in any ‘dock land’ area are usually a bit grubby but the hotel was lovely
0.5
Nothing
The money I spent on getting myself and my clothing bed bug free. The staff so unacceptable by hiding the fact that they found a bed bug in my room. Laughing thinking it was funny. To bad it could be a great place
3.0
Breakfast lovely and staff very friendly
Room 16 is not fit for purpose. Bathroom very good but bedroom very poor view and should only be a single not a double.
4.0
Central to everything
Unable to use restaurant due to private party
5.0
great location good food friendly staff
1.0
We liked the location.
The air conditioning in the room didn't work, also there were no sockets working in the room so we couldn't charge phones and couldn't have a cup of tea in the morning. for the money we have paid this is simply not acceptable.
4.5
Staff very friendly, hotel was clean and comfortable. Location perfect for visiting the Historic Dockyards and old Portsmouth. Trains and other public transport are on the doorstep.
4.5
Clean, tidy and good staff both front of house and very much in the dining area. Always had a smile and extremely pleasant & professional. Another good stay.
Asked questions and always had an answer. Very professional in all aspects. Plus may I say worked hard and were very attentive.
4.5
location ideal to visit the shipyard!
4.5
Food and service very good. Location excellent for connecting to other transportation, bus, trains, ferries all within walking distance. Nice mall within walking distance as well. This is a great stopover place.
Can’t think of anything.
4.0
Perfectly located between the historic dockyard and waterfront shops and restaurants. Both within 5 minutes walk.
A bit noisy in street over Saturday night due to taxi rank being outside but this was unavoidable given the location.
4.0
Hotel was clean and tidy, the staff were brilliant, food was lovely. They even put a small candle in my Mum's dessert on her Birthday.
Shower floor was extremely slippery, could have done with mugs for coffee reather than cups and saucers.
4.0
Great staff
Amazing breakfast very clean
Had no ac was quite hot in room
4.0
Great location brilliant staff superb breakfast
The decor was a bit tired and our room didn't get any house keeping service after first night had to ask at reception for more tea and coffee and water bed hadn't been made and tidied.
4.5
The Hotel is very central for us and it's walking distance to and from the historical sites. Very happy with our short stay and will stay there again.
No comments, can't think of any faults.
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Portsmouth?
The average price for a rental in Portsmouth is R 2,304 per night. This rental is R 67 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Keppels Head Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Keppels Head Hotel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Keppels Head Hotel?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes internet / wifi, parking, tv, wheelchair accessible, and beachfront or waterfront.
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