About this property
The Royal Maritime Hotel is just 5 minutes’ walk from the Gunwharf Quays waterfront development and Portsmouth’s Historic Dockyard. It offers free Wi-Fi, a games room with snooker, pool, darts, a skittle alley. All of the modern rooms feature a TV, tea/coffee making facilities and a private bathroom. Gunwharf Quays has designer shops, bars and restaurants. Portsmouth Harbor Rail Station and the city’s bus station are both less than 1640 feet away. Horatio’s Restaurant serves a varied a la carte menu and traditional full breakfasts, while a selection of hot and cold snacks are available in the Compass Cafe. Some limited free parking is available. National Museum of the Royal Navy is 1312 feet from Royal Maritime Hotel. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 16 mi from the property.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Private Parking
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Lisa
United States
“Breakfast was adequate for the cost. Staff were extremely kind and helpful.” - Cheryl
United Kingdom
“We stay here every year. The food is great . The staff are fantastic and they are all very friendly and helpful.” - Mike
United Kingdom
“Position of hotel ,food, cleanliness all top quality staff friendly and helpful,would definitely return and recommend” - Renee
United States
“Close to harbor attractions. Room was upgraded from double to family room, which gave us a bit more room.” - Vicki
Australia
“Nice size room. Included breakfast was great. Very Good extras facilities eg pool.bar,library.Very near Portsmouth harbour side.” - Steven
Australia
“Nice traditional naval club atmosphere very close to the Historic district. Wide hallways and interesting large mezzanine with memorabilia” - Stephen
United Kingdom
“Room was very comfortable, clean and well equipped, it was a bit warm due to being over 30 degrees outside! at least they provided a fan. My event was in the same hotel, brilliantly organised, breakfast was fine. I want to compliment the staff...” - Barbara
United States
“Location excellent for our needs. Room very comfortable. Loved the place. Staff extremely pleasant and helpful.” - Claire
United Kingdom
“Breakfast was suitable. The room was clean and comfortable.” - Richard
United States
“The Royal Maritime is the perfect compliment to a visit to Portsmouth Navy Yard. We thoroughly enjoyed our time in this hotel. Full English breakfast, large library of naval/military volumes, pool, guest laundry, game room, bar and competent and...”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Horatio's Restaurant
- CuisineBritish
- AmbienceTraditional
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




The fine print
Full payment is required at check-in.
Please note that on-site parking is limited, and is on a first-come-first-served basis. Parking cannot be reserved. On street parking is available around the hotel (JA or JD zones) using council scratchcards available at reception (GBP 6.00 for 24 hours). The historic dockyard car park is directly opposite the hotel. This is subject to availability, and hotel guests have a reduced rate (conditions apply).
Some leisure facilities are chargeable and time restrictions apply.
Guests are advised that occasionally functions take place in the club. On these occasions it is possible music can be heard until midnight.
The Swimming Pool is open Monday - Friday from 3.30 PM until 8 PM. On Saturdays and Sundays its open from 8 AM until 8 PM.
The Jacuzzi is currently closed for maintenance until further notice. For Cash payments I.D must be shown on arrival. Smoking is not permitted and will result in payment of a fine, any damages to the property will need to be paid at reception.