Indulge in delicious eats at one of many dining spots or grab a cuppa at the cozy lobby cafe. Discover an inviting atmosphere that’s sure to make your stay memorable.
At The Jolly Sailor, enjoy a warm welcome with in-room WiFi and a variety of dining options including the coffee shop, bar, and restaurant. With helpful staff on hand to ensure your stay is enjoyable from start to finish, you'll appreciate the extra touches like coffee/tea in the lobby.
Reviews
6.86.8 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Bar
Parking available
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Main amenities (4)
Near the beach
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Coffee shop/cafe
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room options
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Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 5)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Flat-screen TV
2 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
View all photos for Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 9)
Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 9)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Flat-screen TV
2 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed
View all photos for Family Room, Ensuite (Room 3)
Family Room, Ensuite (Room 3)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Flat-screen TV
2 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
View all photos for Double Room, Shared Bathroom, Sea View (Room 11)
Double Room, Shared Bathroom, Sea View (Room 11)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Flat-screen TV
2 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Park View
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Park View
Highlights
Individually furnished
Flat-screen TV
2 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
View all photos for Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 4)
Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 4)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Flat-screen TV
2 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Sleeps 2
2 Single Beds
View all photos for Triple Room, Shared Bathroom, Sea View (Room 10)
Triple Room, Shared Bathroom, Sea View (Room 10)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Flat-screen TV
2 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Sea view
Sleeps 3
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
View all photos for Triple Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Room 8)
Triple Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Room 8)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Flat-screen TV
2 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Room 7)
Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Room 7)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Flat-screen TV
2 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
View all photos for Triple Room, Shared Bathroom, Sea View (Room 6)
Triple Room, Shared Bathroom, Sea View (Room 6)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Flat-screen TV
2 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Sea view
Sleeps 3
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
View all photos for Triple Room, Shared Bathroom, Sea View (Room 12)
Portsmouth (PME-Portsmouth and Southsea Train Station) - 30 min walk
Restaurants
The Lord Palmerston - 5 min walk
Scarlet Tap - 5 min walk
The Florence Arms - 6 min walk
Meat & Barrel - 4 min walk
The Chippy - 8 min walk
About this property
The Jolly Sailor
At The Jolly Sailor, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth International Port. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Also, this guest house is within a short drive of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and overall value.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
11 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Please note on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights until midnight, guests should expect some noise from the bar located downstairs.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Free off-site parking nearby
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Beach nearby
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
2 bathrooms
Shower only
Hairdryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Fees & policies
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Jolly Sailor Guesthouse Portsmouth
Jolly Sailor Portsmouth
Jolly Sailor Guesthouse Southsea
Jolly Sailor Southsea
Guesthouse The Jolly Sailor Southsea
Southsea The Jolly Sailor Guesthouse
The Jolly Sailor Southsea
Jolly Sailor Guesthouse
Guesthouse The Jolly Sailor
Jolly Sailor
Jolly Sailor Southsea
The Jolly Sailor Guesthouse
The Jolly Sailor Portsmouth
The Jolly Sailor Guesthouse Portsmouth
Frequently asked questions
Does The Jolly Sailor offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Jolly Sailor does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Jolly Sailor?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Jolly Sailor?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Jolly Sailor?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Are there restaurants at or near The Jolly Sailor?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around The Jolly Sailor like?
The Jolly Sailor is a short 6-minute walk from Southsea Beach and 8 minutes' walk from Southsea Castle.
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The Jolly Sailor Reviews
Reviews
6.8
Good
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7.0/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Staff & service
6.2/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
27 Jan 2024
Very good pub hotel
Andrew
10/10 Exceptional
14 Jul 2023
Great stay
Excellent stay for the price it was
Graham
Graham, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 Sept 2023
The right room for a stay.
Markus
Markus, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 Aug 2023
Its in a convenient location near the beach, and the park.
Caroline
Caroline, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 Aug 2023
Good location in Portsmouth
Very good location for what we wanted!
Christina
Christina, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 Sept 2023
Nathalie the zBar Manager was very helpful and room was good value for money. Great location to explore the historic sights and good choice of restaurants and bars nearby.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Jul 2023
Was good for the night stop over
David
David, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
7 Oct 2023
Place and atmosphere were excellent. Close to the sea and stopping.
Beata
Beata, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jun 2023
Nice place
Ion
Ion, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Oct 2023
Every easy to find ams staff every friendly and happy to help with anything.
Latisha
Latisha, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 Aug 2022
loved it was just a stay to see family did the job
Chris
Chris, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Oct 2023
Stayed here before and would happily stay again. Reason for staying is, because it’s cheap to stay , in a convenient location, has what you need a bed which is clean and comfortable. Room has a nice view to wake up to .
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Aug 2023
Jolly Sailor - A+
Excellent pub, clean cozy room, great view from window seat of Portsmouth. Our meals were excelllent. Will visit again.
William
William, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Aug 2023
If you dont mind stairs and sharing a bathroom, its a great place
Good value. Best location.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
6 Feb 2023
Staff very friendly and helpful room was basic but for that price good value clean and tidy room nice sea view whic was a bonus 😄
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 Mar 2023
From the moment we arrived the staff were so friendly and helpful…we came for a private party and the accommodation was ideal clean and comfortable..,only slight challenge was parking but the permit was very helpful…
Lucy
Lucy, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
5 Oct 2023
Nice and reasonably priced , good size room and ensuite . Staff are friendly . Property a little tired , but if you reflect this into the price , you can't go wrong
michael
michael, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Jul 2023
Great place for a couple of nights stop. Room tired but clean. For the price it was perfect. Great food downstairs.
Sharan
Sharan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jul 2022
Excellent!
Really nice and friendly hotel, i would love to come back soon
Eduarda
Eduarda, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
28 Aug 2023
Welcoming staff. In a good location for the Victorious Festival.
Tom
Tom, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Sept 2023
The property is out dated but perfect for what I needed, the price can’t be beaten
David
David, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 Aug 2022
Hotel review
The hotel room was basic but very clean and that was reflected in the price. I would stay there again in the future
Marvin
Marvin, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Apr 2023
It was really good and sfae ti be in and i nice comfy bed
Ashton
Ashton, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Nov 2023
Jolly Sailor review
I stay in the Jolly Sailor every week for business. The owner and his staff are very hospitable. Rooms are basic but comfortable, staff very friendly and there is free parking after 6.00pm. Situated close to Southsea front where you can take a walk with the fresh sea breeze. It's my home from home.