Verified traveler
June 10, 2021
The room was clean and a decent 3* standard, although the Victorian plumbing is showing its age a bit. COVID-19 measures meant that room cleaning is only between stays, with replenishments for coffee etc on request. The staff were very helpful and friendly. My one real criticism was the bar - prices are similar to those in an upscale bar in the town centre, but the drinks quality and atmosphere don't match. A vodka and orange was very small and used orange juice out of a carton. This is fine when you're charging a low price, but with a beer the round for two came to almost £10 - comparable to smart independent bars in the area with far nicer decor / atmosphere / music etc. This sort of hotel bar should either be cheap or high quality - but this one is neither and it feels like poor value - we drank elsewhere on other nights.
The location is excellent and within short walking distance of the sea. A good bus service takes you into Southsea, which has some great restaurants. Portsmouth centre and the Isle of Wight are also easily accessible.