Keppel's Head Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Gunwharf Quays

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Front of property
Reception
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Bar (on property)
Lounge
In the heart of a shopping district, Keppel's Head Hotel offers an inviting atmosphere with a daily manager's reception and in-room WiFi. Enjoy the convenience of laundry facilities, conference space, and luggage storage while savoring delicious meals at the on-site restaurant.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lift
  • Free self-parking
  • Free toiletries

Room options

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Comfort Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 Double Bed

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Partial Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Quad Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Basic Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
24-26 The Hard, Portsmouth, England, PO1 3DT

What's nearby

  • Gunwharf Quays - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of Portsmouth - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • HMS Victory - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Portsmouth International Port - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Southampton (SOU) - 30 min drive
  • Portsmouth Harbour Station - 3 min walk
  • Portsmouth & Southsea Station - 17 min walk
  • Portsmouth (PME-Portsmouth and Southsea Train Station) - 17 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys Portsmouth - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hollywood Bowl - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Frankie & Benny's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Keppel's Head Hotel

Keppel's Head Hotel puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Gunwharf Quays. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, this hotel is a short five-minute drive from Portsmouth International Port. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay, Polish, Russian

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 30 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free off-site parking nearby
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (377 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Smart television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Keppel's Head Hotel Hotel
Keppel's Head Hotel Portsmouth
Keppel's Head Hotel Hotel Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

Does Keppel's Head Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Keppel's Head Hotel 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 Keppel's Head Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Keppel's Head Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Keppel's Head Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Are there restaurants at or near Keppel's Head Hotel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around Keppel's Head Hotel like?

Keppel's Head Hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Portsmouth Harbour Station and 5 minutes' walk from Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.

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Keppel's Head Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Location
Breakfast
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Restaurant
Bed
Food
Bathroom
Lobby

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, lovely, and amazing with a variety of options. (32 reviews)
  • On-site parking was a convenient bonus for guests. (6 reviews)
  • The property's in-house dining was excellent, with a good menu and reasonable prices, and the breakfast was also thoroughly enjoyed. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Good

Hotel staff was wonderful and the location is perfect for walking around the city.
Karen, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Enjoyed my stay. Very friendly staff.
Sheila, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Overall friendly and helpful staff. Great location. Wonderful breakfast and dinner option (sushi menu). Only complaint was the stained carpets in the rooms.
Peter, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place with easy access to the Historic Dockyard and the shops/restaurants on the waterfront. Also next to the Hard Terminal for a quick bus ride to the city centre for shopping.
Philip, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Everything was really nice. The air conditioner was a little noisy.
debra, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location, safe, friendly staff.
Marija, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Really enjoyed my stay and large shower in my single room and lovely breakfast in the morning. Staff were friendly and hotel had relaxed Atmosphere.
Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good

Good food, decent accomodation, friendy, attentive and helpful staff.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Can be a little bit noisy by the railway and bus station but a very good location.
Keiron, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Ideally located historic hotel

Interesting old hotel steeped in naval history with HMS Victory nearby. It was a meeting point for MI 6 and the KGB. The decor is beautiful and the staff friendly. Serves British and sushi food. Useful free car park.
Old Naval officer’s uniform
The Nut bar
R. G, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We enjoyed our stay with you. Hotel staff very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend to friends and family. Thank you
Una, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel beside the Navy museum

Friendly relaxed staff. The hotel is in a great location for visiting the navy museum and docks. On site parking is a plus too. The Japanese restaurant is great as is the full english breakfast.
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Outstanding location and nice service at the Breakfast.
carla, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Very good

A very good stay. Efficient and friendly check in plus a room upgrade. Room and bathroom very clean, very comfortable bed. On site parking was a bonus as it was first come, first serve. Great location for historic dockyards and Gun Wharf key. All the staff I saw were friendly and very helpful.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean, nice staff, food was excellent, within walking distance of attractions, beautiful views
Rachel, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location, opposite train station, comfy rooms and nice breakfast
graham, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

The breakfast was not good.
Sandra, 7-night trip

8/10 Good

Pleasant hotel with clean rooms and comfortable bed. Good shower. Staff were friendly and helpful and the bar is comfortable. Breakfast was nothing special but plenty available and all tasty and filling.
Alex, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Great breakfast.
peter, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

lovely hotel, lovely staff.
2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A lovely hotel opposite the IOW ferry terminal, everything was excellent and the staff were very welcoming.
stuart, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The location of this hotel is perfect if you are interested in visiting the various museums at the historic dockyards. It is comfortable and the staff were helpful.
Jonathan, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

Lovely venue rooms could do with a bit of a revsmp. Breakfast unfortunately lukewarm.
Andrew, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Great location
Lisa, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was a great place for our layover before traveling on. Quite a good menu for dinner
Jeanne, 1-night trip