HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS PORTSMOUTH - GUNWHARF QUAYS BY IHG - Portsmouth The Plaza Gunwharf Quays PO1 3FD

The Plaza Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, PO1 3FD United Kingdom

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It's steps from Gunwharf Quays and about 0.2 miles from Spinnaker Tower, offers free high-speed WiFi and a complimentary continental breakfast, has an on-site bar/lounge and meeting space, and is pet-friendly (small fee applies).

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Free WiFi

Free continental breakfast

Off-street parking

Pets allowed

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"Holiday inn Express"

Lovely hotel at Portsmouth. All the staff were lovely. Breakfasts were lovely. Lovely ladies on the desk.

Dawn S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sat Sep 05 to Sat Sep 12 2026 at a £124.05 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

When you stay at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG in Portsmouth, you'll be near the beach, just steps from Gunwharf Quays and 9 minutes by foot from Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. This hotel is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Portsmouth International Port and 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from South Downs National Park.

Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily.

Stay in one of 130 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Portsmouth Naval Docklands - 0.4 mi
City Centre Portsmouth - 1.2 mi
Fratton Park - 1.8 mi
Portsmouth FC - 1.9 mi
City Centre Ryde - 5.2 mi
City Centre Cowes - 8.7 mi
Stansted Park - 9.8 mi
City Centre Sandown - 9.9 mi
Bosham Church - 11.0 mi
Isle of Wight Festival - 11.2 mi
City Centre Shanklin - 12.0 mi
Fishbourne Roman Palace - 13.2 mi
South Downs Planetarium and Science Centre - 14.4 mi
Uppark - 14.4 mi
Port of Southampton - 14.4 mi
Chichester Cathedral - 14.5 mi
City Centre Ventnor - 14.5 mi
Chichester Market Cross - 14.5 mi
City Centre Chichester - 14.6 mi
Pallant House Gallery - 14.6 mi
Chichester Guildhall Museum - 14.6 mi
City Centre Southampton - 15.1 mi
Southhampton Maritime Museum (Titanic) - 15.1 mi
Southampton Airport (SOU) - 15.4 mi
Goodwood House - 16.3 mi
West Dean Gardens - 16.4 mi
Weald and Downland Open Air Museum - 17.1 mi
Tangmere Military Aviation Museum - 17.4 mi
Goodwood Festival of Speed - 17.6 mi
Denmans Garden - 19.9 mi
City Centre Winchester - 20.6 mi
Barnham Windmill - 21.0 mi
Arundel Cathedral - 24.2 mi
City Centre Arundel - 24.4 mi
Arundel Castle - 24.5 mi
Arundel Wildfowl and Wetlands Centre - 24.6 mi

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Portsmouth? This hotel has 743 square feet (69 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a banquet hall, and a vending machine.

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 3:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Floors: 3

Rooms: 130

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 0

Handicap Rooms: 7

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Meeting Rooms: 2

Total Taxes: 0.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Check-In Instructions:

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
Assistive listening devices available
Banquet hall
Beach nearby
Braille or raised signage
Check In: 3:00 PM - anytime
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Conference space
Conference space size (feet) - 743
Conference space size (meters) - 69
Daily
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Food and water bowls
Free WiFi
Free breakfast
Free continental breakfast
Handrails in stairways
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
No rollaway/extra beds available
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of meeting rooms - 2
Off-street parking
Only dogs are allowed
Pets allowed
Pets cannot be left unattended
Professional property host/manager
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Self parking (surcharge)
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Shared microwave
Smoke-free property
Vending machine
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Airport & Shuttle Info

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info:

Pet Friendly?

Service animals are allowed

Pets cannot be left unattended

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Only dogs are allowed

Pets allowed

Self parking fee: GBP 2 per day Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Essential workers only - NO

Free Express Start Breakfast

Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee

Free high-speed internet service in every room

eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services

Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 hours & photocopy services

The Holiday Inn Express highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast The Cornish Bakery - Enjoy a variety of pastries and coffee just a 5-minute walk from your hotel

Lunch Loch Fyne Seafood & Grill - Savor fresh seafood dishes at this restaurant, situated about a 10-minute walk from your accommodation

Dinner The Old Customs House - Indulge in classic British pub fare in a historic setting, just an 8-minute stroll from the Holiday Inn Express

Activity Spinnaker Tower - Experience breathtaking views of Portsmouth from this iconic tower, located only a 3-minute walk away

Day 2

Breakfast Cafe Rouge - Start your day with a French-inspired breakfast, located just 6 minutes by foot from the hotel

Lunch The Canteen - Enjoy a light, locally-sourced lunch with views of the waterfront, about a 12-minute walk away

Dinner Brasserie Blanc - Experience a sophisticated French dinner by celebrity chef Raymond Blanc, a mere 7-minute walk from your hotel

Activity Historic Dockyard - Explore Britain's naval history with ships like the HMS Victory, only a 15-minute walk from your stay

Day 3

Breakfast Pret A Manger - Grab a quick, healthy breakfast option a 4-minute walk from the Holiday Inn Express

Lunch Wagamama - Relish in Asian-inspired cuisine at this popular chain, just a 5-minute walk from your room

Dinner Jamie's Italian - Enjoy celebrity chef Jamie Oliver's take on Italian classics, an easy 10-minute walk from the hotel

Activity Gunwharf Quays Shopping - Shop top brands at outlet prices right in the Gunwharf Quays complex, adjacent to your hotel

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - anytime based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG have?

There are 130 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG?

Yes, they have 2 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

Is Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed.

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG.

Feel free to use the Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Portsmouth event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

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