Duke of Buckingham

3.0 star property
Inn in Portsmouth, 9-minute walk to Gunwharf Quays

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Marina
Exterior
Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Beach nearby
Double Room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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119 The High Street, Portsmouth, England, PO1 2HW
  • Place, Gunwharf Quays
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Clarence Pier
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Portsmouth

At Duke of Buckingham you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Gunwharf Quays and Clarence Pier. Highlights at this inn include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free inn offers free WiFi in public areas and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Portsmouth inn include Spinnaker Tower and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.

What's nearby

  • Gunwharf Quays - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Clarence Pier - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • HMS Victory - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Portsmouth International Port - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Portsmouth Harbour Station - 12 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brasserie Blanc Portsmouth - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Parade Tea Room - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Liquorist Portsmouth - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tap & Tandoor - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Duke of Buckingham

Inn in Portsmouth, 9-minute walk to Gunwharf Quays
Public spaces have free WiFi. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Portsmouth inn is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
Duke of Buckingham offers 18 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Digital televisions are provided. This Portsmouth inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding, an iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 5 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site (GBP 5 per day)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 5.00
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 5.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 2 November 2025 to 28 March 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: GBP 5 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 5 per day (33 ft away)
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 5.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 5.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

Duke Buckingham Inn Portsmouth
Duke Buckingham Inn
Duke Buckingham Portsmouth
Duke Buckingham
The Duke Of Buckingham Hotel Portsmouth
Duke of Buckingham Inn
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Duke of Buckingham Inn Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Duke of Buckingham?

Duke of Buckingham offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Duke of Buckingham?

Yep, Duke of Buckingham has a self car park for GBP 5 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Duke of Buckingham?

The closest beach to Duke of Buckingham is Southsea Beach (2.6 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Duke of Buckingham?

No, Duke of Buckingham does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Duke of Buckingham?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Duke of Buckingham?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Duke of Buckingham Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 938 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 397 out of 938 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 938 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 938 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 938 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Neelika

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed two nights at Duke of Buckingham. We found the top floor rooms very small and very challenging to transport our luggage up the many steep steps and stairways. We are two couples travelling for 5-6 weeks so have a case each. We knew there were no meals onsite. Several restaurants within easy walking distance, and a large multi food option shopping centre a good walk away. Beds were very ordinary. Pillows need to be replaced as truly unacceptable. Linen appeared fresh along with towels. Rooms did look like there had been some refurbishment, but it was still in need of some new furnishings. Parking was for a fee to have use of a permit to park on the street. We found the lack of access to parking to unload close to hotel very challenging but did appreciate the ability to have a park within a couple of streets of the venue.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Neelika

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were a 2 couples with 2 rooms given rooms on the third floor(top), and the rooms did not meet the description on the website. It indicated 5m2 for each room. Neither would have been that size! One room had window that would not close. Both rooms were very disappointing from comfort, including the pillows and the bed. We have large suitcases as travelling for 5-6weeks in UK, and the access and stairwell was very unsafe for transporting our luggage to and from the rooms. The location was good, within walking distance to eateries and shopping, and areas of historic interest. Rooms were reasonably cleans, and we expected some dust and dirt as an old building. The parking availability, even with the paid permit. was not within easy walking distance for transporting luggage. We were grateful to have accommodation in Portsmouth wharf vicinity.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cracking place

Staff amazing including cleaning team. Very helpful and friendly. Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Ian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Tiny.

£95 for a tiny room ok it was a Saturday night but I would have been disappointed to pay £30. So small I could touch both walls with my arms outstretched. Shower and toilet room was tint as well. Not really a hotel more a place with rooms. Good location and staff were nice but could not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small stuffy rooms with no A/C and the owner can't spring for even a moderate fan. The bathroom and shower are shared. The owner can't spring to even fix the shower head which becomes a factor when one is trying to be as quick as possible in a bathroom shared with guests from 5 other rooms. Spend 20 pounds and fix the shower at least.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Frances

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Bed was comfy Room was small Bathroom very small Room was too expensive for what it was. Ive stayed in a lot better hotels cheaper than this one.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Parker, Clinton

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bathroom and shower were in a very tiny space. Had to kneel to take shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Hamish

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for purpose.

Perfect for purpose, friendly receptionist. Clean and comfortable. Could do with black out blinds on sky window and staircase window. Fan was a saviour in the heat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Disturbed sleep

The location is great. The insulation is very poor, i could hear the neighbours room the noise from the TV. The mattress is terrible, needs replacing as it was a little lumpy and bump so I couldn't get a good night's sleep for 3 days. The room was ok, the bathroom was very small just enough room for a shower and a toilet. It is walkable distance to the main historical area, the defence walls, the beautifu houses and the pubs on Spice Island so that was a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very near to Gunwharf Quay, 10 mins walk to a great setup for dining & shopping. Area was clean and bright and the hotel was spotless!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed . Plenty of tea and coffee. Clean room. Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Disliked: Amenities
Shower was very small, as was the single room. Proximity to town was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a very basic budget hotel, only thing that was a challenge was the small staircase getting to the room on the 3rd floor, apart from that nice staff, clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mike

Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Room was clean and sfatt wwre friendly and helpful. Easy parking close to hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Neil

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Frederick

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Ideal location for me - working in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice

It wes in the right place to get out and about
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

Basic room

A very average stay. Room is in an annexe behind the main hotel. Ground floor. Very noisy floorboards above. Room was small and a bit grubby. Ants in the kettle so didn’t bother with a cup of tea. Shower overflowed if used for more than a few minutes. Staff were charming. Pretty cheap for the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lily

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The lady on the desk was lovely as i wasnt from around his pla e and she showed me where the nearest shop was and the check in was very easy. The only thig i didnt like was the parking but my stay was great thankyou
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very helpful!

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025