Experience the lively atmosphere at Duke of Buckingham, near Gunwharf Quays. Connect to in-room WiFi, enjoy luggage storage and unwind knowing you're in a smoke-free haven. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
Portsmouth International Port - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
Southampton (SOU) - 30 min drive
Portsmouth Harbour Station - 13 min walk
Portsmouth & Southsea Station - 16 min walk
Portsmouth (PME-Portsmouth and Southsea Train Station) - 16 min walk
Restaurants
Caffè Nero - 11 min walk
Las Iguanas - Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays - 8 min walk
The Old Customs House, Gunwharf Quays - 10 min walk
Mary Rose & Dragon - 4 min walk
Brasserie Blanc Portsmouth - 9 min walk
About this property
Duke of Buckingham
Duke of Buckingham puts you just a 5-minute drive from Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth International Port. Also, this inn is just a 5-minute drive from Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Fellow travelers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff.
Languages
English, German, Italian, Polish, Russian
At a glance
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Hotel size
18 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (GBP 5 per day)
Offsite parking within 33 ft (GBP 5 per day)
Street parking available
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 5.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 5.00 (subject to availability)
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from November 2 2025 to March 28 2026 (dates subject to change).
Parking
Self parking costs GBP 5 per day
Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 5 per day (33 ft away)
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Duke Buckingham Inn Portsmouth
Duke Buckingham Inn
Duke Buckingham Portsmouth
Duke Buckingham
The Duke Of Buckingham Hotel Portsmouth
Duke of Buckingham Inn
Duke of Buckingham Portsmouth
Duke of Buckingham Inn Portsmouth
Frequently asked questions
Is Duke of Buckingham currently open?
This property is closed from November 2 2025 to March 28 2026 (dates subject to change).
Does Duke of Buckingham offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Duke of Buckingham does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Duke of Buckingham?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Duke of Buckingham?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 5 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Duke of Buckingham?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. There's a charge of GBP 5.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 5.00 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Duke of Buckingham and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Gunwharf Quays (8-min walk) and Clarence Pier (10-min walk), along with Spinnaker Tower (13-min walk) and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard (0.8 mi).
What's the area around Duke of Buckingham like?
Duke of Buckingham is a short 8-minute walk from Gunwharf Quays and 16 minutes' walk from Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
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Duke of Buckingham Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 14, 2025
Very near to Gunwharf Quay, 10 mins walk to a great setup for dining & shopping. Area was clean and bright and the hotel was spotless!
Jim
Jim, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 11, 2025
Great location. Room was clean and sfatt wwre friendly and helpful. Easy parking close to hotel.
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
May 30, 2025
Great location.
Alma
Alma, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 13, 2025
Comfortable bed . Plenty of tea and coffee. Clean room. Enjoyed my stay
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 2, 2025
Ideal location for me - working in the area
Frederick
Frederick, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jul 13, 2025
Shower was very small, as was the single room. Proximity to town was good.
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 2-night trip
4/10 Poor
Jul 22, 2025
Bathroom and shower were in a very tiny space. Had to kneel to take shower.
Parker
Parker, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 3, 2025
Cleanliness, friendly staff and safety resulted in a pleasant stay; great for single travelers.
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Mar 25, 2025
Very nice place to rest for couple of days
Zamfir
Zamfir, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 19, 2025
Great value, everything we asked for a small room safe would have been nice but not critical.
Brent
Brent, 3-night trip
4/10 Poor
Jul 26, 2025
Small stuffy rooms with no A/C and the owner can't spring for even a moderate fan. The bathroom and shower are shared. The owner can't spring to even fix the shower head which becomes a factor when one is trying to be as quick as possible in a bathroom shared with guests from 5 other rooms. Spend 20 pounds and fix the shower at least.
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 22, 2024
Great place for me to stay as i was visiting family close by
Joe
Joe, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jun 2, 2025
Very clean, no soundproofing though so all noise from above was heard, noisy fan all night
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 25, 2025
Lovely place walking distance to the town centre. Clean and confortable. GBP5 for street parking nearby. Parking ont eh road was easy to find. If you are staying only for the night, there is free parking between 6pm and 8am
Francesca
Francesca, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Feb 10, 2025
One night stay over good location rooms a little dated, but for the price, it was ok cheap and chill full
mark
mark, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Apr 18, 2025
The reviews
Ray
Ray, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 5, 2025
The receptionist that checked us in was lovely and very helpful we needed phone chargers and she helped us no problem! Highly recommend!
Louise
Louise, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 29, 2024
Very good place to stay for the money
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 7, 2024
Very friendly and clean
Joanne
Joanne, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Sep 9, 2024
I was in for an overnight stay recently and it was perfect for what I needed.
Andy
Andy, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Dec 14, 2024
Bedroom was clean-
Bathroom very small
Bed was comfortable.
john
john, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Oct 12, 2024
I got to stay in the separate block which had direct access to the street, which was great.
geoffrey
geoffrey, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 29, 2024
Great little property in Portsmouth great price! Fantastic value for money.
Harry
Harry, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 29, 2024
We have had a wonderful stay at the Duke of Buckingham,stayed in the Buckingham cottage,it was clean and quiet,highly recommend abd we will definitely be staying again
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 28, 2024
Nice location next to the Cathedral
A fairly basic hotel in a nice location next to the Cathedral. Easy walk to the sea front, town centre and Gun Wharf Keys
It was perfect for what I was after. Good value too