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Florence House Hotel & Restaurant

4.0 star property
Edwardian hotel with 2 restaurants and bars/lounges

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Reception hall
Executive Twin Room with Shower
2 bars/lounges
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Reception

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Explore the area

Map
2 Malvern Road, Portsmouth, England, PO5 2NA
  • University of Portsmouth
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Gunwharf Quays
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Southampton (SOU)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive King with Shower

Executive King with Shower

Executive King with Shower

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Superking Room with Shower

Superior Superking Room with Shower

Superior Superking Room with Shower

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Superking with Bath & Shower

Superior Superking with Bath & Shower

Superior Superking with Bath & Shower

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Superking Suite with Bath & Shower

Superior Superking Suite with Bath & Shower

Superior Superking Suite with Bath & Shower

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room with Shower

Standard Double Room with Shower

Standard Double Room with Shower

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room for 3

Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Room for 3

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Family Room for 4

Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Room for 4

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Suite (Garden Annex) - 2 adults, 3 children

Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Suite (Garden Annex) - 2 adults, 3 children

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Trundle Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Executive Twin Room with Shower

Executive Twin Room with Shower

Executive Twin Room with Shower

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Luxury Twin Room with Shower

Luxury Twin Room with Shower

Luxury Twin Room with Shower

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Southsea

At Florence House Hotel & Restaurant you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of The D-Day Story and Pyramids Centre Portsmouth. Highlights at this boutique hotel include 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. .The brasserie, The Garden Southsea, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Portsmouth hotel include Kings Theatre and University of Portsmouth is within 30 minutes.

What's nearby

  • University of Portsmouth - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Gunwharf Quays - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Portsmouth Guildhall - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • HMS Victory - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - 7 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Portsmouth Fratton Station - 8 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Florence Arms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Meat & Barrel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ice Cream Emporium - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Chippy - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Deep Blue - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Florence House Hotel & Restaurant

Edwardian hotel with 2 restaurants and bars/lounges
There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the boutique Florence House Hotel & Restaurant. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Portsmouth hotel is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Florence House Hotel & Restaurant offers 6 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Hypo-allergenic bedding, an iron/ironing board and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 10 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured parking on site (GBP 10 per day)

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Florence Arms Gastro
  • The Garden Southsea

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Main Reception, Florence Road, Southsea, PO5 2NA]
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Secured self-parking fee: GBP 10 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Florence House Boutique Hotel Southsea
Florence House Boutique Hotel
Florence House Boutique Southsea
Florence House Boutique
Florence House Boutique Hotel Portsmouth
Hotel Florence House Boutique Hotel Southsea
Southsea Florence House Boutique Hotel Hotel
Florence House Boutique Southsea
Florence House Boutique
Hotel Florence House Boutique Hotel
Florence House Boutique Hotel Southsea
Florence House Southsea

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Florence House Hotel & Restaurant?

Florence House Hotel & Restaurant offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Florence House Hotel & Restaurant?

As of 6 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Florence House Hotel & Restaurant on 9 Mar 2025 start from NZ$192.41, 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 Florence House Hotel & Restaurant?

Yep, Florence House Hotel & Restaurant has a secured self car park for GBP 10 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Florence House Hotel & Restaurant?

Yep, Florence House Hotel & Restaurant is a short 6-minute walk from Southsea Beach.

What makes Florence House Hotel & Restaurant a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and a bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Florence House Hotel & Restaurant.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Florence House Hotel & Restaurant?

No, Florence House Hotel & Restaurant does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Florence House Hotel & Restaurant?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Florence House Hotel & Restaurant's onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Florence House Hotel & Restaurant?

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

Florence House Hotel & Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 240 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great accommodation.
Exceeded my expectations, very good central location for Southsea and easy walk into Portsmouth. Off road Parking is worth the extra as nearby streets are narrow for on road parking. The Staff are all great, the spacious room with comfortable bed and excellent breakfast - what more one ask for. We will return in spring to meet up with friends again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

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

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in an old Edwardian home. Only issue is there is no lift & the stairs are steep. The staff was very accommodating & helped us with our luggage always. The dining room is very comfortable & the food is very good. The adjacent pub down the street is associated with the property & a short walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really great property. Quiet. Nice breakfast. The British towel warmer/bathroom heater in my room was so cool. So glad housekeeping turned it on because I had no clue. As others have said, there is no elevator so if you're an over packer like me, be prepared to potentially lug your suitcase up 3 flights of treacherous stairs. 10/10 tho, would lug up again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with amazing staff! Food was also delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service. Quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, very clean and comfortable with great food and staff. Parking is limited but the hotel provide a permit for local on street spaces and we found one easily enough. Would happily go back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

6/10 Okay

Des

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good overall
Very nice hotel. Beds are really comfortable & a quiet position. Didn't eat at the hotel as we met up with family & friends who live in Southsea, therefore we ate at various restaurants etc. The only thing that annoyed me a little was that I was under the impression we paid on checkout, only to be told payment had been taken 2 days before our arrival. I do think, out of courtesy I should have been advised of this.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful boutique hotel highly recommend.
Beautiful victorian buildings which was so tastefuly decorated and so luxurious. Our bedroom no.5 was stunning and loved the wall paper. Must find where to purchase. The staff were so friendly and very tentative. It was our anniversary and there was a card left in our room when we arrived, very nice touch. We had lunch, dinner and breakfast which was delicious. Loved the pizzas, lamb and beef burgers all homemade fab. Walked 35 minutes to Gunwalk keys along the sea front lovely strole. Highly recommend and will visit again for sure. Thankyou.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic boutique hotel
Fantastic boutique hotel. Great rooms, friendly service and a fabulous breakfast. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Business Travel
Always like to stay here on business, small clean, friendly like a home from home. I tire of the bigger hotels and this suits me fine
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time I have stayed here - nice big rooms, really comfy bed, very clean and staff are lovely. Breakfast was very nice too. Only negative is thay parking can be a challenge, but managed to get parked on the street a short walk away both times. The hotel provides permits for parking FOC.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Majella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Very expensive for what it is
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
lovely stay. friendly staff, quiet area clean room which was beautifully decorated
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023