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Reviews of Duke of Buckingham

119 The High Street, Portsmouth, PO1 2HW, United Kingdom

#14 of 24 B&Bs and inns in Portsmouth

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Review Score

Based on 1870 hotel reviews

7.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    7.5

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free Wifi

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: June 8, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location excellent, close to everything, very clean hotel, I had top floor which suited me fine, (several steps but no problem for me), good view, just the right size room, tea/coffee was essential, tv a bonus.. Loved the out of hours access.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 8, 2024

    7.0
    Ideal for a 1 night stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Shared bathroom very small and some noise from the street.

    Great location. Parking on the street outside very good for £5. Comfortable bed and nice to have tea and coffee making facilities.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 6, 2024

    7.0
    As expected.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The shower was only usable while kneeling down in the bath! There was a regular noise from the water system throughout the night.

    The room had the facilities that we expected and the bed was comfortable. The location was excellent!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 3, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Car parking is tight in street, hotel did all they could, with parking permits etc

    Good location Clean & tidy rooms Staff very wecloming

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 30, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The check out was too earley so I needed to leave with all my luggage the rest of the day.

    It was very close to the port

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 29, 2024

    8.0
    Great location and friendly staff. Enjoyed our stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bathroom was small but it wasn't a problem.

    We were given the coach house at the rear of the hotel, in a separate building, it was comfortable and quiet.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2024

    7.0
    Good photos
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very basic

    Was clean & suitable for a bed for the night. No frills

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2024

    8.0
    Not a bad place for regular stays for work
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Small shower cubicle and toilet/WC

    Budget hotel, I travel to Portsmouth for work, so stay in the Duke - easily accessible, clean rooms, great location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2024

    8.0
    Good place to stay
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Excellent location, budget hotel, clean and comfortable, good value

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2024

    8.0
    Excellent location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No breakfast

    Very clean polite staff , good location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 26, 2024

    8.0
    Very comfortable bed, nice staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We were told the room had a dvd player, but upon arrival, there was no dvd player.

    The bed was really really comfortable

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 26, 2024

    8.0
    Good value and service with minor drawbacks
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    The small room is indeed quite small. I didn't mind mostly, but the space around the bathroom sink was particularly tight. Sound isolation was not very good from other rooms and the streets, but I was prepared with earplugs. The Wi-Fi was slow at times.

    Very nice location, within a short walk to the University of Portsmouth and many local attractions. I highly appreciated an early check-in, arriving after a sleepless overnight flight from the US. Good price. Clean and neat place.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 22, 2024

    8.0
    Good economy stop.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No lift. Lack of space to hang towels. Some noise from adjoining rooms.

    Great location. Lots of information on the area and local facilities. Simple arrangements for parking in a busy area.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 21, 2024

    8.0
    It was delightful to stay in this historic hotel and to visit the town. Good fish and chips at Papas
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    No lift (elevator), but that was understandable due to the age of the building. The public toilet on the third floor had no soap, towels, or toilet paper.

    We really enjoyed meeting and talking with the owner Mike and his assistant. We were delighted to know that Mike's daughter and her family live relatively close to us in North Carolina.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 20, 2024

    9.0
    I was well-rested after a good sleep, hot bath + 10 mins walk to Coach, Ferry, Train & Buses!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    My request for a private bath tub was fulfilled both stays & I occupied the same room, so personally, I have no criticism or cause for complaint.

    My second stay in my new go-to accommodation when visiting the area. I was again situated in the Coach-house behind D of B on a small side road, which is quiet, close to convenience stores & within easy walking distance of St Thomas Cathedral, Southsea Common & bus, rail & coach transports.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 18, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Comfortable beds, good location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 16, 2024

    9.0
    A perfect place to crash for a night or two.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very clean and comfortable, central location, friendly and helpful receptionist

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 14, 2024

    7.0
    Good location, quick access to sightseeing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Rooms are small and access is difficult with narrow corridors and staircase. No elevator.

    Excellent location if you want to visit the historic dockyard and the harbor. The reception staff was kind and helped us a lot. Parking outside the building is free from 16:00 until 08:00 the next morning. Ask for a parking permit at the reception if you want to leave the car there in the morning.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 13, 2024

    7.0
    Great location; tired facilities
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It definitely needs a bit of a spruce up. The rooms are tired and need of decorating and the shower cubicles are on the small side.

    It's in a great area for all amenities. Located in old Portsmouth and within walking distance of everywhere. Staff are really friendly.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 12, 2024

    8.0
    Very nice and would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not much really- paintwork could do with a touch up and door lock a big dodgy to work out

    Location and cleanliness

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 9, 2024

    9.0
    My newest go-to 'fav accommodation!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing could have been better for me, it was 100% fine!

    I stayed in the house situated in a mews behind the former pub itself; very quiet & peaceful & an excellent bath tub en suite. I would certainly use this property again!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 9, 2024

    9.0
    Great weekend stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Na

    Loved the location nice friendly local pubs loved the little room we had on its own with the parking bay front in front the doors. Will stay again

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 8, 2024

    7.0
    Good value for money and very helpful staff
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room was good but had really bad odour both in the room and on the landing

    Location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 7, 2024

    8.0
    Great location and excellent value. Will be back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bathroom a bit small and no WiFi. But I didn’t expect anything else given the price.

    Basic but good. Great location and excellent value for money.

    Stayed in May 2024

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