Florence House Boutique Hotel And Restaurant, Portsmouth ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

2 Malvern Road, Portsmouth, United Kingdom, PO5 2NA

Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant is Portsmouth's original boutique hotel, part of The Mercer Collection. The hotel is housed within a restored Edwardian house, retaining many original features. It features a gastro pub offering a unique menu alongside a varied selection of drinks. Located just minutes from Southsea beach, the hotel provides a convenient base for exploring local attractions.

Location

Florence House is located a short stroll from Southsea beach and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, which features attractions related to the D-Day landings. The nearest ferry service, Hovertravel, provides swift access to the Isle of Wight. The hotel is situated just 3 km from Portsmouth Harbour and is easily accessible from the city center.

Rooms

The hotel offers a range of boutique en-suite bedrooms, including options with super king-size beds. Some rooms feature luxury cinema rooms with Sky TV, high-speed internet, and large kitchens. Spacious bathrooms include features like rain showers and duo wash basins. Additionally, selected rooms have hot tubs and games rooms for added comfort.

Eat & Drink

Dining at Florence House includes an indoor restaurant and an outdoor garden area with woodfire grill and pizza oven. The on-site gastro pub serves a unique menu with vegetarian and vegan options, accompagnied by a selection of beers, wines, and cocktails. The Garden Southsea, a casual brasserie behind the hotel, offers an alternative dining experience year-round.

Leisure & Business

Amenities include a large lounge area, luxury cinema room, and access to a full kitchen for guest use. The hotel provides free Wi-Fi, designer toiletries from L'Occitane, and tea/coffee making facilities. It also offers reflexology treatments and full body massages for guests looking for relaxation.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior Superking Room Bath Shower

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2 persons

23 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Executive King Room Shower

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2 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Luxury Twin Room Shower

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2 persons

25 m²

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2 Single beds

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Portsmouth 2.1 km

Airports

Southampton (SOU) 35.2 km

Bournemouth (BOH) 81.5 km

Train

Portsmouth Harbour 2.5 km

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Lovely Spacious Room

Our room was beautifully clean and surprisingly spacious, providing a comfortable retreat after our daily activities.view full review

Delicious Breakfast Options

The breakfast spread was delightful, particularly the amazing vegan options that showcased the staff's attention to dietary needs.view full review

Comfortable Bed Experience

I've never had a more restful sleep in a hotel—the bed was incredibly comfortable, enhancing our overall stay.view full review

Inclusive Design

The hotel was well-designed with thoughtful facilities, ensuring all guests could enjoy their stay comfortably.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Cycling
Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Sun terrace
Garden area

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

2 Malvern Road, Portsmouth, United Kingdom, PO5 2NA

Map view

2 Malvern Road, Portsmouth, United Kingdom, PO5 2NA

City landmarks

Parking area

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

2.7 km

Tower

Spinnaker Tower

2.4 km

Museum

The Mary Rose Museum

3.0 km

Aquarium

Blue Reef Aquarium Portsmouth

990 m

Castle

Southsea Castle

730 m

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Visitors Centre Victory Gate,HM Naval Base,

HMS Victory

3.0 km

Harbour

Clarence Pier

1.6 km

Museum

The D-Day Story

620 m

Harbour

South Parade Pier

670 m

Clarence Esplanade

Canoe Lake

820 m

Museum

Portsmouth Natural History Museum

1.2 km

Garden

Southsea Model Village

1.1 km

Clarence Esplanade

Pyramids Centre

680 m

Park

Southsea Common

1.3 km

Museum

Cumberland House Natural History Museum

1.1 km

Football Stadium

Fratton Park

2.2 km

Clarence Esplanade

Royal Naval War Memorial

910 m

Museum

Royal Marines Museum

2.2 km

Event hall

The Wedgewood Rooms

970 m

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

HMS Warrior 1860

2.7 km

Church

Portsmouth Cathedral

1.9 km

Garden

Southsea Rock Gardens

860 m

Church

Church Of St Jude

750 m

Long Curtain Road Spur Redoubt

Millennium Promenade

1.4 km

Museum

Portsmouth Museum

2.0 km

Museum

The Royal Navy Submarine Museum

2.7 km

Nearby

Church

Church Of St Simon

340 m

D-Day Museum

480 m

City Map Mural

200 m

Gallery

Coastguard Studio

250 m

Restaurants

The Florence Arms Gastro Pub

90 m

18-20 Florence Road

The Jolly Sailor

390 m

54 Clarence Parade Southsea

Oriental Pearl

340 m

14 Granada Road

Agora

590 m

9 Clarendon Road Southsea

Bangerz 'n' Brewz

550 m

60B Victoria Road South

The Courtyard

730 m

Clarence Esplanade

Kashmir Restaurant

590 m

91 Palmerston Rd Southsea

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the hotel and would stay again

clean

friendly staff

cold rooms

restricted parking

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

8.0

Location

8.3

Service

9.0

Dining

8.3

4.5/5 based on 818 reviews

#5 of 41 hotels in Portsmouth based on Tripadvisor

Colin

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.8/10

From the moment I arrived, I was greeted warmly and shown to a lovely clean, comfortable, and quiet room that had so much personality, a refreshing change from the typical stark modern rooms. While it was a little cold in another building, the experience overall was enjoyable.

Rooms

8.0

The room I stayed in was clean, comfortable, and had a lot of character.

Service

9.0

The staff members were polite, helpful, and always ready to assist.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in a quiet area close to the center, making it convenient for exploring the city. Plus, it's near a gastro pub and not far from the beach and Southsea.

Dining

9.0

I had an excellent dining experience with a variety of tasty options. The staff were keen to assist and I particularly enjoyed the granola and yogurt with melon and grapes.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities, including room service, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and a welcome drink, added to the overall comfort of my stay.

clean

cold rooms

Andrew

United Kingdom, August 2023

7.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel with its wonderful seaside location and friendly staff. The room was cozy and clean, but the dining setup could be improved with more breakfast options. The overall value for money was good, although some areas needed attention.

Rooms

8.0

My room was at the top of the hotel, very comfortable with a good size.

Service

9.0

The staff were really helpful and attentive, making my stay delightful.

Location

8.0

The hotel is close to the seafront in the Portsmouth/Southsea area, making it easy to explore nearby attractions and enjoy the beautiful views.

Dining

7.0

I found the breakfast excellent, with plenty of choices and well presented, although the seating arrangement felt a bit awkward.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities were good, but the outside front door appeared a bit scruffy, which was a minor downside.

friendly staff

awkward dining setup

Robert

United Kingdom, July 2023

8.6/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel. The room was spacious with a very comfy bed and had everything I could want. The staff were brilliant and very helpful, making my experience enjoyable. However, the room was quite small for the price, so I didn't feel it was the best value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The room was spacious, had a very comfy bed, and was equipped with all the amenities I needed for a comfortable stay.

Service

9.0

The staff were extremely friendly, cheerful, and accommodating, always going out of their way to assist me during my stay.

Location

8.0

The location was ideal, close to Southsea Common and with good access to Portsmouth. It was perfect for exploring the area and enjoying the nearby attractions.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was very enjoyable with a great selection for all preferences, making dining a pleasant part of my stay.

Facilities