HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS PORTSMOUTH - NORTH BY IHG | Stay in Portsmouth from 60$/Night

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Hotel Overview and Details

Eastern Road, Farlington, Portsmouth, United Kingdom, PO6 1UN

“I loved the convenient location near Portsmouth's historic attractions!”view full review

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - North By IHG - Modern business hotel 10 minutes from Portsmouth Harbour

Located in Farlington, this hotel is a 10-minute ride from Portsmouth Harbour and 35 km from Southampton. The Express Cafe & Bar serves an all-day menu including burgers, salads, pasta dishes, and light snacks. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Three air-conditioned meeting rooms can host up to 65 guests with LCD projectors and screens for presentations. The hotel offers an inclusive buffet-style breakfast featuring hot and cold items. Pet-friendly accommodation is available by prior arrangement. On-site parking is provided for a daily fee of 6 GBP. The property is a short drive from the A27 and A3(M) motorways.

Additional perks of the hotel

Blue Reef Aquarium with baby sharks and stingrays is 20 minutes' drive away

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard featuring HMS Victory and Mary Rose Museum nearby

Gunwharf Quays Designer Outlet for shopping and dining options

Park, Stay & Cruise packages available for ferry travelers

Paultons Family Theme Park with 60 attractions is 30 minutes by car

Irving & Co craft brewery offering ale sampling in the vicinity

Room Options

The hotel features 150 air-conditioned rooms renovated in 2016. Standard rooms include double, twin, and family configurations. Family rooms offer a double bed and pull-out sofa bed suitable for two adults and two children under 12. Accessible rooms provide wider doorways and adapted bathroom facilities with roll-in showers and emergency cords. All rooms include bedside USB ports, flat-screen TVs with Freeview, and private bathrooms with power showers.

Other conveniences

Movable desk with desk-level electrical outlets

Tea and coffee making facilities

Pillow menu for personalized comfort

Windows that can be opened by guests

Blackout shades for better sleep

Air conditioning with in-room controls

Separate hanging closet for storage

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The hotel offers a range of accommodations including doubles, family rooms, and suites—plus breakfast, free cancellation, and special rates.

Standard Twin Room Hot

2 persons

26 m²

2 Single beds

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Standard Double Room Hot

2 persons

26 m²

1 Double bed

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Standard Room Hot

2 persons

26 m²

2 Single beds

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Double Room Hot Accessible

2 persons

26 m²

1 Double bed

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City Centre

Portsmouth 5.5 km

Airports

Southampton (SOU) 31.5 km

Bournemouth (BOH) 77.8 km

Train

Portsmouth Harbour 6.4 km

Bus

Bus stop 1.5 km

Facilities

This hotel provides premium amenities for a memorable and relaxed stay

Great Dinner Experience

“I had a lovely Indian meal at the hotel for dinner which was easy and convenient. The dinner menu was limited but everything we ordered was delicious, making it a stress-free dining option during our stay.” view full review

Comfortable and Spacious

“The double room I stayed in was spacious and very comfortable, equipped with a big bathroom and useful features like bedside reading lights and USB charging ports. It truly felt like a home away from home.” view full review

Excellent Shower

“The bathroom featured a walk-in shower that was modern and clean. It was refreshing to start my day in such a nice shower, although I would have liked a bit more water pressure for an even better experience.” view full review

Convenient Parking

“I appreciated the ample parking available right in front of the hotel. The daily charge was reasonable, and it made accessing the hotel very convenient, especially since we had multiple bags with us.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Location

Eastern Road, Farlington, Portsmouth, United Kingdom, PO6 1UN

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Eastern Road, Farlington, Portsmouth, United Kingdom, PO6 1UN

City landmarks

Parking area

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

6.2 km

Landmark

WW1 Remembrance Centre

920 m

Landmark

Portchester Castle

1.5 km

Golf Course

Southsea Golf Club

1.6 km

Landmark

Farlington Marshes

770 m

Landmark

Farlington Marshes Wildlife Reserve

1.8 km

Church

Church of St Philip

1.0 km

Landmark

Highbury College

1.5 km

Landmark

Bastion 5, Hilsea Lines

1.1 km

Church

Drayton United Church

1.1 km

Landmark

Hilsea Lines and Ramparts

1.2 km

Church

The Church of the Resurrection

1.5 km

Landmark

Hilsea Lines

1.6 km

Landmark

Broad Oak Sports & Social Club

1.3 km

Church

Church of St Andrew

1.7 km

Landmark

Bastion 4, Hilsea Lines

1.4 km

Museum

The Mary Rose Museum

6.1 km

Landmark

Brethrens Meeting Room

1.5 km

Landmark

Church of the Nazarene

1.7 km

Landmark

Bastion 3, Hilsea Lines

1.7 km

Landmark

Leisure Island

1.8 km

Landmark

St Colman's Church

1.9 km

Landmark

High Definition & Digital Cinema Ltd

1.9 km

Church

Christ Church

2.2 km

Church

Cosham Baptist Church

2.0 km

Landmark

Kingston Leisure

2.0 km

Landmark

Peter Arnett

2.0 km

Landmark

Gobs Barrow

2.0 km

Landmark

Fort Purbrook

3.2 km

Nearby

Farlington A2030 / A27 Junction

Farlington Marshes Wildlife Reserve

1.1 km

Restaurants

Sainsbury Cafe

650 m

Fitzherbert Road

Guest Reviews and Hotel Ratings

Honest Guest Feedback Based on Real Stays

86%

Guests loved the hotel and would gladly return

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

8.8

Location

8.8

Service

9.6

Dining

7.2

4.5/5 based on 735 reviews

#10 of 41 hotels in Portsmouth based on Tripadvisor

Jordan

United Kingdom, September 2024

9.0/10

Had a really good time! The hotel was very clean, and the staff were super friendly. Breakfast was fine, and the location was perfect for exploring Portsmouth. I will stay there again.

Rooms

9.0

Our family room was very spacious with two double beds and a sofa bed. The kids loved the extra space. Bathroom was clean and modern.

Service

10.0

The staff were friendly and helpful throughout our stay. The check-in process was smooth and efficient, and they were always available to answer any questions.

Location

9.0

The hotel was in an ideal location - really easy to get to Portsmouth Harbour and other local attractions.

Dining

8.0

Breakfast was good, lots of choice, although it was a bit busy on the Sunday morning.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had everything we needed: good wifi, convenient parking, and a comfortable room.

Ron

United Kingdom, August 2024

9.0/10

Enjoyed my stay. The room and bathroom were very spacious, breakfast was good, and the staff were amazing. The only downside was that it was a bit chilly in the evenings.

Rooms

9.0

The room was large and comfy with two double beds and ample space. The bathroom was also spacious and modern, really liked having a walk-in shower. The room was quite cold the first evening.

Service

10.0

The staff were all so lovely and friendly, they made my stay extra special.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a great location, easy to get to the harbour and other attractions.

Dining

8.0

Breakfast was included in the price and was a decent selection of hot and cold dishes. Plenty of space in the dining area. One morning there was a short wait as the buffet was quite busy, but this was quickly resolved.

Facilities

8.0

All facilities worked well, including the hair dryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Free Wi-Fi was also a plus.

Tom

United Kingdom, June 2024

7.0/10

A pleasant overnight stay. The room was nice, and the bed comfortable, but the breakfast could have been better, it was rather low quality.

Rooms

7.0

Room was clean and modern; the double bed was comfy, although a bit too soft for two people. The room was quite noisy due to its proximity to the service area.

Service

8.0

The staff were friendly and helpful. They helped resolve an issue with the breakfast.

Location

9.0

Great location for exploring Portsmouth. Easy access to the ferry port and motorway links.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was included but was really sub-par. Old, tough pastries, and tasteless eggs didn't make it a value-for-money experience.

Facilities

7.0

Good facilities in the room. Iron, hairdryer, and tea/coffee making facilities were available.

Riley

United Kingdom, May 2024

8.0/10

My recent trip was great! The room was spotless and the bed super comfy. Breakfast was a bit of a let down, but the staff were friendly and helpful, making up for it. Would definitely stay again!

Rooms

9.0

The room itself was fantastic - really clean, good size, and well-decorated. The bed was exceptionally comfortable, and I appreciated the desk. However, the bedside table wasn't quite clean, it still had sticky residue.

Service

10.0

The staff were excellent and chatty, especially the lady who checked us in. They were always ready to help.

Location

9.0

The location was perfect for exploring Portsmouth and the surrounding area. Easy to get to nearby beaches and into Portsmouth with the added benefit of free parking onsite.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast was included and was a self-service buffet, adequate but not excellent. It was quite chaotic at times and the hot food options could have been better. The evening meal, however, was great!

Facilities

8.0

The room had everything I needed - tea/coffee, TV, hairdryer. It also had good air-conditioning, although it was a bit temperamental.

Owen

United Kingdom, February 2024

10.0/10

A really nice hotel. I loved the modern design of the hotel. the staff were great. The breakfast buffet was great! I would stay again!

Rooms

10.0

The room was beautifully appointed, very clean and spacious with a great bathroom. USB charging points were a welcome addition.

Service

10.0

Staff were friendly and efficient, always willing to help.

Location

9.0

Location was convenient for our needs, near to the motorway and easy to get to.

Dining

10.0

Breakfast was included and was a delicious selection of hot and cold food. Lots of variety!

Facilities

9.0

The hotel had excellent facilities: good Wi-Fi, plenty of parking, and a well-equipped room.

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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS PORTSMOUTH - NORTH BY IHG, Portsmouth

Hotel Overview and Details

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - North By IHG - Modern business hotel 10 minutes from Portsmouth Harbour

Additional perks of the hotel

Room Options

Other conveniences

Choose Your Room Category

Room Availability and Pricing Calendar

Navigating city

Facilities

General

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Facilities for people with disabilities

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Hotel Location

Guest Reviews and Hotel Ratings

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