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Keppel's Head Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

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Front of property
Bar (on property)
Reception
City Room
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Explore the area

Map
24-26 The Hard, Portsmouth, England, PO1 3DT
  • Mary Rose Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • HMS Victory
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Southampton (SOU)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Double Room

Highlights

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Room

Highlights

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

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

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

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Superior Room | View from room

Superior Room

Highlights

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

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Double or Twin Room

Highlights

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

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Quad Family Room

Quad Family Room

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

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

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City Room

City Room

Highlights

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

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About the area

Portsmouth

At Keppel's Head Hotel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Gunwharf Quays. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and free newspapers in the lobby. Other amenities include a free manager's reception, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Portsmouth hotel include Portsmouth International Port and South Downs National Park.

What's nearby

  • HMS Victory - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gunwharf Quays - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Portsmouth - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Portsmouth International Port - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Portsmouth Harbour Station - 3 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 30 min drive

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

Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 377 square feet (35 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Keppel's Head Hotel also features coffee/tea in common area, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Portsmouth hotel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 377 sq ft of conference space
  • 35 sq. m of conference space
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Keppel's Head Hotel offers 30 accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries, hairdryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 377 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Keppel's Head Hotel?

Keppel's Head Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Keppel's Head Hotel?

As of 4 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Keppel's Head Hotel on 9 Mar 2025 start from AU$193.17, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Keppel's Head Hotel?

Yep, Keppel's Head Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Keppel's Head Hotel?

The closest beach to Keppel's Head Hotel is Southsea Beach (3.3 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Keppel's Head Hotel?

No, Keppel's Head Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Keppel's Head Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Keppel's Head Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Keppel's Head Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Keppel's Head Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 363 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 363 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 363 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 363 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 363 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Dave

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
An ok hotel in heart of Pompey dock and and next to gunwharf Parking is complicated to say the least but at least included ! Breakfast good and included Generally a little tired and needs some loving plus more staff available to do check in Good strong 3 stars out of 5 Convenient but knackered
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Yuan-Hsin, Beaumont

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location - walked out the train station and within 2 mins walk you’re at the front door, 5 mins dockyard! BUT - it’s an older building, even though it had an elevator you still need to walk down / up 2 flights, which made it hard for my luggage. My single room was like a pantry, clean enough for overnight but the bed was too soft ( I weigh 115 lbs) and make it hard to sleep. The ventilation system was noisy all night, At 6 am I can smell the bacons fried up from downstairs ( kitchen). The restaurant was pretty good with a full Japanese menu. The hotel served my overnight purpose but not an ideal choice for vacation.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

DENNIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little gem of a hotel 👍
I was pleasantly surprised at this little gem of a hotel situated very close to Gunwharf Quay and local transport services, the room was exceptionally clean, great shower, very comfortable bed and perfect pillow. At breakfast I had perfectly poached eggs, great bacon and decent sausages, coffee from the pot was very nice. I will defistay here again and at almost half the price of the local chains it represents very good value. Great 👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Nora

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I booked a deluxe double room with view but got an average twin room with no view which is a shame because we’ve stayed before and had a lovely room. Great location for shops bars and casino
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giannina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A little gem of a property in the middle of everything!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly, good facilities, all of which worked well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great find!
Great find! Only a minute from the train and bus stations. Easy check-in. We had a triple room which was very spacious and not at all cramped. Comfortable bed. Nice soft large towels! Well stocked tea tray. Large bathroom with bath and shower. Breakfast included, freshly cooked with help yourself cold selection.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel in a perfect location, 5-10 mins from the dockyard, Spinnaker tower and Guildhall (we attended a concert there). Staff were friendly, room clean and comfortable (a bit too hot, but they have air con) and good shower. Parking next door in the hotel carpark is another plus. And a decent breakfast too, very happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a clean and convenient hotel with excellent front desk help. You can't beat it for us close proximity to the IOW ferry, train and busses. I will stay here again on my next trip to the Isle of Wight.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place for our layover before traveling on. Quite a good menu for dinner
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel
So glad I booked this hotel. Staff very friendly and efficient. Room was lovely and we had a sea view. The bed was very comfortable and the room/bathroom were warm even though the radiators weren't turned on. The hotel wasn't noisy but there were roadworks right outside our room but that was only an issue during the day. Good location with train station across the road plus a shopping centre with an amazing cinema. Breakfast was good and we had a fabulous meal in the restaurant on our last night. We would definitely stay there again. The only small gripe is that there were 3 plug sockets next to the single bed but none by the double.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

carla

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding location and nice service at the Breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely dining area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Antonios

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila, Delray Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone on staff was such a pleasure! From helping with bags and directions, to friendly conversation! The location, by shops and restaurants, couldnt have been better! I would definitely stay at Keppel's Head again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024