The Best Hotels Closest to Charles Dickens Birthplace in Portsmouth for 2026

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A restaurant with outdoor seating, large windows, and a rustic interior.

A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a counter with various bottles, and a sign that reads "VAULT".

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area with shelves, and a view of the street through large windows.

1. Becketts Southsea

Southsea, 2.1 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Brendan

￥14,478

￥17,373 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A cozy wooden interior with a seating area, wicker baskets, and various flowers.

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, a cash register, and a wine cooler.

A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a chair.

A sunlit room with a large skylight, a mirror, a vase with flowers, and a table with chairs.

2. Florence House Hotel & Restaurant

Southsea, 2.9 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Brooke

￥13,681

￥16,417 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A hot tub with a wooden deck, a table with chairs, and a bed with pillows.

A luxurious bedroom with a four-poster bed, a green sofa, and a large window providing natural light.

A building with a sign reading 'ASHBYS' at the entrance, a gated driveway, and a street view with other buildings.

A bathroom with a teal marble wall, a gold-framed shower, and a white door.

3. Ashbys

Southsea, 2.6 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Charles

￥15,924

￥19,109 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A wooden door with a brass handle, a black mat at the entrance, and two potted plants on a white ledge.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a radiator.

A grey metal shelf unit with folded towels and a potted plant on top.

A staircase with a wooden handrail and a carpeted landing.

4. Esk Vale Guest House

Southsea, 3 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Chris

￥13,725

￥13,725 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A large ship docked at a harbor with smaller boats nearby.

A bedroom with a large bed, a dark headboard, and decorative pillows.

A modern hotel room with a black dresser, a flat-screen TV, a standing fan, and a coffee maker.

A restaurant with arched windows and hanging lanterns, featuring a sign for 'Green's' with a menu visible.

5. Ship Leopard Hotel – No Children

Portsea, 1.7 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Denise

￥16,051

￥19,261 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading 'Royal Maritime Hotel.'

A multi-level atrium with a central circular seating area, a patterned floor, and a ceiling with circular light fixtures.

A bar area with wooden paneling, a ship model, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a circular ceiling design, multiple seating areas, and a central staircase.

6. Royal Maritime Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Portsea, 1.5 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Richard

￥8,572

￥10,286 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A row of white terraced houses with a central entrance and a staircase leading to the front door.

A breakfast setting with a bowl of fruit, white cups, and cutlery on a table.

A three-tiered dessert stand with cupcakes on a glass table, surrounded by plates and cutlery.

7. Blue Star House

Southsea, 2.4 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Allan

￥13,943

￥16,731 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A wooden door with the number 202, a blue exterior wall, and dense green foliage in the foreground.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, a wardrobe, and a bathroom.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a mirror.

A wooden shelf with a coffee maker, two cups, and a small tray with food items.

8. Haslar Rooms

3 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Terri

￥18,367

￥22,040 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A view from a window overlooking a street with a bus, a pedestrian crossing, and a sign indicating a speed limit of 30.

A dark wooden door with a warning sign, a doorbell, and a mail slot.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a bed with a yellow throw, and a television.

A compact kitchen with a built-in sink, a coffee maker, and a cabinet with storage jars.

9. ANG Apartments

Southsea, 3.1 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Claire

￥13,038

￥13,038 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A corner bathtub with a built-in heater, surrounded by teal tiles.

A four-poster bed with a blue bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

A dining area with a geometric patterned wall, a black table, and white chairs with purple sashes.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a purple sofa, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

10. G Boutique Hotel

Southsea, 2.9 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Natasha

￥9,376

￥13,368 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance area.

A sign indicating breakfast is included and ready when you are, with specific times for weekdays and weekends.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and a small table.

A Holiday Inn Express reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, seating area, and a television screen.

11. Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

1.7 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

michelle

￥12,708

￥15,249 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A restaurant with a glass roof, wooden tables, and chairs, and a view of the city.

A hallway with patterned wallpaper, a chandelier, a bench, and a staircase with a garland.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a chandelier, and a window with patterned curtains.

12. The Clarence Boutique Rooms

Southsea, 2.9 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

"Very nice, clean room with very helpful staff. Choice of pillows and a very comfortable, clean bed. The room was very warm, no Aircon but a fan was provided. The reception and breakfast room are in a different building, on a different road which was fine as the weather was dry. Buffet breakfast was great with good choice. We also ate in the restaurant for dinner which was also excellent. Staff were all extremely good. Would stay here again."

Christopher

￥16,238

￥19,485 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A Premier Inn hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A compact hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a small kitchenette, a mirror, and a foldable ironing board.

13. Premier Inn Portsmouth Dockyard

Portsea, 1.3 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Sigmund

￥9,178

￥11,013 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A bedroom with a large bed, two windows with blinds, a view of greenery and the sea, and a small table with a trash bin.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, beige armchairs, and a gold accent wall.

A hotel sign with the number 08 and the name 'Boutique Hotel' along with a phone number.

A building with a sign reading "Boutique Hotel Q8".

14. Q8 Boutique Hotel

Southsea, 2.7 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Robert

￥13,216

￥15,859 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A bakery display with sliced bread and jars of spreads.

A modern bar area with a counter, seating, and a large aquarium.

A modern interior with a red sofa, a round white table, and a large aquarium.

15. ibis Portsmouth Centre

Portsmouth City Centre, 1.4 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Cindy

￥9,158

￥10,989 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A hotel room with a bed, a mirror, a door, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a small rug.

A small outdoor patio area with a table and chairs, a brick wall, and a wooden gate.

A modern bathroom with a white sink, toilet, and glass shower enclosure.

16. Old Victory House Homestay

Portsea, 1.7 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

"Excellent location right in the city centre. I traveled solo for business and a bit of sight-seeing. Close to shopping/restaurants (Gunwharf Quay) and historical attractions. You get what you pay for - it's in an old building with poor ventilation. A few 'old building' smells and humidity lingers in the bathroom. Bed was comfortable, all linens and towels clean and fresh. All staff were extremely pleasant easy to interact with. Nice breakfast at Keppel's Head was included."

Nicole

￥9,023

￥10,827 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A bar with shelves stocked with various liquor bottles and glasses.

A formal dining room with multiple tables, elegant chandeliers, and a classic ceiling design.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a large painting on the wall.

A staircase leading to a hotel entrance with a chandelier above.

17. Keppel's Head Hotel

Portsea, 1.7 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Elizabeth

￥12,522

￥15,026 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with two beds, a bookshelf, a desk with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, white pillows, a headboard, and a wall decorated with historical images.

A hotel room with two single beds, a bedside table with a remote control, and a bookshelf filled with books.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wardrobe, and a wall with patterned wallpaper.

18. Portsmouth Budget Hotels

1.8 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Ruth

￥11,582

￥11,582 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A grand hall with a high ceiling, a central mirror, and a decorative ceiling mural.

A grand lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a checkered floor.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a bar with shelves of bottles, and large windows with curtains.

A dining area with a wooden herringbone floor, a round table, and blue upholstered chairs.

19. The Queens Hotel

Southsea, 2.5 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Lesley

￥19,402

￥23,282 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A bar area with wooden chairs and a counter displaying various bottles.

A Holiday Inn hotel with a modern glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a brick building in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a chair.

A buffet with various food items and condiments.

20. Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

2.2 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Ricky

￥8,648

￥10,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Charles Dickens Birthplace

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Becketts Southsea	9.4 Exceptional 211 reviews	View
Florence House Hotel & Restaurant	9.4 Exceptional 303 reviews	View
Ashbys	9.4 Exceptional 365 reviews	View
Esk Vale Guest House	9.4 Exceptional 55 reviews	View
Ship Leopard Hotel – No Children	9.2 Wonderful 877 reviews	View

Top Charles Dickens Birthplace Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

8/10 Good

"Fantastic location for visiting family, staff very helpful, room was very clean and had everything I needed Only slight problem was no heating the first night!"

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

8/10 Good

"Location is excellent for trains and buses, shopping, Spinnaker Tower, restaurants and busyness of Portsmouth Harbour. Good breakfast at the hotel too."

Keppel's Head Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location in Portsmouth - parking entry is just east of the hotel and easy to miss. Parking area is a little tight. Good breakfast."

Royal Maritime Hotel, BW Signature Collection

10/10 Excellent

"The location is great, walking distance to the Historic Dockyard, outlet shops, station and ferries. A lovely and very different hotel with a nautical theme. Spotlessly clean really helpful staff and an excellent breakfast. Perfect!!!"

ibis Portsmouth Centre

8/10 Good

"Our room was clean and comfortable. Lovely soft bed and a good shower. The only grumble was our door wouldn't shut properly, so you had to pull it extra hard and check it was locked properly. Apart from that that, it was great."

Alver Road House: Hot Tub, Free Parking & Family Friendly

8/10 Good

"Jay was very accommodating and nothing was too much trouble. We had a little issue that he immediately resolved"

Premier Inn Portsmouth Dockyard

10/10 Excellent

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Modern 3-Bedroom House, 10min to Beach w/Garden!

10/10 Excellent

"Parking was fine. We didn't bring any pets. Very nice accommodation, easy to communicate with."

Other attractions near Charles Dickens Birthplace

Portsmouth International Port

8.4/10 (158 reviews)

Embark on a trip to Europe or enter the lovely town of Portsmouth, England, through the comfort and ease of this modern port.

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A statue of St. John the Evangelist in front of a large red brick church with two towers.

St. John's Cathedral

Step outside the lively center of town and into the tranquility of this beautiful cathedral to admire the stunning architecture and engage in peaceful reflection.

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A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by trees and a paved plaza.

Portsmouth Guildhall

8.2/10 (92 reviews)

Sing along to some of the world’s biggest names in music, laugh until you cry and join the celebrations in this central entertainment venue.

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A modern building with a grid of windows and a sign that reads "University of Bristol".

University of Portsmouth

8.2/10 (164 reviews)

The harbors of Portsmouth helped the city establish its importance in the world. Now this university continues innovating to deliver a global influence.

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A historic ship docked at a waterfront, with a large modern structure in the foreground.

HMS Victory

9.4/10 (453 reviews)

Lord Nelson's triumphant warship is one of the best-preserved vessels from the Napoleonic wars and one of Portsmouth's most impressive attractions.

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A large, intricate shipwreck with exposed wooden beams and metal structures, displayed in a museum setting.

Mary Rose Museum

9.4/10 (206 reviews)

Discover life onboard and the history of one of King Henry VIII’s favorite warships via displays of valuable artifacts and interactive activities.

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New Theatre Royal

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at New Theatre Royal, a theater with a story to tell in Portsmouth. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its lively bars.

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Dockyard Apprentice

You can find out about the history of Portsmouth with a stop at Dockyard Apprentice. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Charles Dickens Birthplace?

Charles Dickens Birthplace is located in a welcoming area of Portsmouth known for its bar scene and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 78 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Charles Dickens Birthplace?

Ibis Portsmouth Centre is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Charles Dickens Birthplace. Other good choices close by include Royal Maritime Hotel, BW Signature Collection and Premier Inn Portsmouth City Centre.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Charles Dickens Birthplace?

Expedia has 78 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Charles Dickens Birthplace.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Charles Dickens Birthplace, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Charles Dickens Birthplace.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Charles Dickens Birthplace?

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What can I see and do near Charles Dickens Birthplace?

HMS Victory, Mary Rose Museum, and The D-Day Story feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. While you're exploring, swing by Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Spitbank Fort, and New Theatre Royal to learn a bit about the area. You can check out the local talent at Portsmouth Guildhall, Kings Theatre, and Wedgewood Rooms.

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Our top choices for Charles Dickens Birthplace hotels

1. Becketts Southsea

2. Florence House Hotel & Restaurant

3. Ashbys

4. Esk Vale Guest House

5. Ship Leopard Hotel – No Children

6. Royal Maritime Hotel, BW Signature Collection

7. Blue Star House

8. Haslar Rooms

9. ANG Apartments

10. G Boutique Hotel

11. Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

12. The Clarence Boutique Rooms

13. Premier Inn Portsmouth Dockyard

14. Q8 Boutique Hotel

15. ibis Portsmouth Centre

16. Old Victory House Homestay

17. Keppel's Head Hotel

18. Portsmouth Budget Hotels

19. The Queens Hotel

20. Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

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Top Charles Dickens Birthplace Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

Keppel's Head Hotel

Royal Maritime Hotel, BW Signature Collection

ibis Portsmouth Centre

Alver Road House: Hot Tub, Free Parking & Family Friendly

Premier Inn Portsmouth Dockyard

Modern 3-Bedroom House, 10min to Beach w/Garden!

Other attractions near Charles Dickens Birthplace

Portsmouth International Port

St. John's Cathedral

Portsmouth Guildhall

University of Portsmouth

HMS Victory

Mary Rose Museum

New Theatre Royal

Dockyard Apprentice

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