The Best Hotels Closest to Charles Dickens Birthplace in Portsmouth - 2026 Updated Prices

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

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

A dining area with striped chairs, a central table, and a window with blinds.

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

1. Ship Leopard Hotel – No Children

Portsea, 1.7 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Ann

₹10,398

₹12,478 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

A staircase with a wooden handrail and a carpeted landing.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and a view through a bay window.

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

2. Esk Vale Guest House

Southsea, 3 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

mike

₹9,990

₹9,990 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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

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

A modern interior with a glass ceiling, a reception desk, and a kitchen area.

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

3. Florence House Hotel & Restaurant

Southsea, 2.9 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Emma

₹10,186

₹12,223 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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 bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

4. Becketts Southsea

Southsea, 2.1 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Dean

₹10,504

₹12,605 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

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

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

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

5. Ashbys

Southsea, 2.6 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Julieanne

₹12,341

₹14,809 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

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

A hotel lobby with a central circular seating area, a staircase, and a ceiling with circular light fixtures.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a Victory Bar, a patterned carpet, and a chandelier.

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

6. Royal Maritime Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Portsea, 1.5 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Dave

₹9,990

₹11,988 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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 about surveillance, a mail slot, and a doormat.

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

A room with two grey armchairs, a small wooden table with a vase of flowers, and a window with a view of a red brick building and a clear sky.

7. ANG Apartments

Southsea, 3.1 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Mike

₹10,250

₹10,250 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

The entrance to Spring Garden Guest House with a white sign above the door and a red gate.

A staircase with ornate wooden balusters and patterned carpeted steps.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a dresser, a window with curtains, and two wall-mounted pictures.

A hotel lobby with patterned wallpaper, a chandelier, a reception desk with brochures, a fire extinguisher, and a wooden chair.

8. Spring Garden B&B

3.1 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Kathryn

₹7,871

₹9,445 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

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

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

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

9. Blue Star House

Southsea, 2.4 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Allan

₹13,059

₹15,671 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

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

Darren

₹7,211

₹10,612 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a prominent staircase.

A glass observation deck with a clear view of the city below.

A bar area with stools, a wooden counter, and shelves with bottles.

A modern interior with a glass staircase, white tiled floors, and a view of high-rise buildings.

11. Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

1.7 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Santosh

₹10,556

₹12,667 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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 building with a sign reading "Boutique Hotel Q8".

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

12. Q8 Boutique Hotel

Southsea, 2.7 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Serge

₹13,712

₹16,454 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

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

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

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

13. 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

₹13,930

₹16,716 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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.

14. Premier Inn Portsmouth Dockyard

Portsea, 1.3 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Sigmund

₹7,727

₹9,272 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

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

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

15. Portsmouth Budget Hotels

1.8 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Byron

₹10,038

₹10,038 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A bakery display with sliced bread and jars of spreads.

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

A reception area with a long reception desk, two monitors, and a projection screen displaying room rates and services.

16. ibis Portsmouth Centre

Portsmouth City Centre, 1.4 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Alison

₹5,907

₹7,088 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

A courtyard with outdoor seating, including a sofa and chairs, surrounded by plants and flowers.

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

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

17. The Queens Hotel

Southsea, 2.5 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Jacqueline

₹12,088

₹14,506 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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 staircase leading to a hotel entrance with a chandelier above.

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

18. Keppel's Head Hotel

Portsea, 1.7 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

IAN

₹11,018

₹13,222 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

A two-story brick building with a black front door, a sign reading "Ordnance Row," and a plaque on the door that says "Old Victory House."

19. Old Victory House Homestay

Portsea, 1.7 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

Joshua S

₹7,118

₹8,542 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants.

A buffet setup with various food items and a 'ENJOY' sign on the wall.

A modern interior with wooden flooring, a variety of colorful chairs, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

A modern lounge area with seating, a bar, and a fireplace.

20. Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

2.2 km from Charles Dickens Birthplace

susan

₹9,141

₹10,970 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Charles Dickens Birthplace

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ship Leopard Hotel – No Children	9.2 Wonderful 846 reviews	View
Esk Vale Guest House	9.4 Exceptional 50 reviews	View
Florence House Hotel & Restaurant	9.4 Exceptional 297 reviews	View
Becketts Southsea	9.4 Exceptional 204 reviews	View
Ashbys	9.4 Exceptional 356 reviews	View

Top Charles Dickens Birthplace Hotel Reviews

Southsea Rocks Hotel

8/10 Good

"Clean Helpful reception Nothing grand but all in good order Noisy bin men"

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

8/10 Good

"Our stay was really nice , would definitely come back , the only downful was that the breakfast wasn’t very nice at all. We stayed for 2 nights only bothered to go for breakfast once as we really didn’t enjoy it at all ."

The Queens Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I've stayed in quite a few different hotels around Southsea.& Portsmouth, the Queens is my personal favourite."

ibis Portsmouth Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Best hotel I been to"

Village Hotel Portsmouth

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel. But a bit out of the way."

Ship Leopard Hotel – No Children

10/10 Excellent

"Only stayed one night wish it was longer staff were great room was fantastic will highly recommend and we will definitely stay there again."

Royal Maritime Hotel, BW Signature Collection

8/10 Good

"Room was clean ,had what you needed, the basics, good shower,beds ok , kettand coffee and tea and biscuits, breakfast plenty to eat and choice. My only grumble is that being on the third floor is quite stuffy and if you open windows they get covered in seagull poo."

Premier Inn Portsmouth Dockyard

10/10 Excellent

"We liked every thing. Location was great!"

The Lady Hamilton B&B

8/10 Good

"Cheap and cheerful lovely friendly helpful staff clean room. parking was a big issue for me as had to pay £5 and them find a street that would let me park on which was a bit away from the hotel itself"

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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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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An indoor museum exhibit with glass display cases containing historical artifacts and information panels.

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 theatre with a story to tell in Portsmouth. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.

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Dockyard Apprentice

You can find out about the history of Portsmouth with a trip to Dockyard Apprentice. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

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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, take a look at the 90 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

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

Royal Maritime Hotel, BW Signature Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Charles Dickens Birthplace. Other good choices close by include ibis Portsmouth Centre and Premier Inn Portsmouth Dockyard.

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

Expedia has 90 hotels and other accommodation options 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, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Charles Dickens Birthplace.

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 Square Tower 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. Ship Leopard Hotel – No Children

2. Esk Vale Guest House

3. Florence House Hotel & Restaurant

4. Becketts Southsea

5. Ashbys

6. Royal Maritime Hotel, BW Signature Collection

7. ANG Apartments

8. Spring Garden B&B

9. Blue Star House

10. G Boutique Hotel

11. Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

12. Q8 Boutique Hotel

13. The Clarence Boutique Rooms

14. Premier Inn Portsmouth Dockyard

15. Portsmouth Budget Hotels

16. ibis Portsmouth Centre

17. The Queens Hotel

18. Keppel's Head Hotel

19. Old Victory House Homestay

20. Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

Compare popular hotels close to Charles Dickens Birthplace

Top Charles Dickens Birthplace Hotel Reviews

Southsea Rocks Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

The Queens Hotel

ibis Portsmouth Centre

Village Hotel Portsmouth

Ship Leopard Hotel – No Children

Royal Maritime Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Premier Inn Portsmouth Dockyard

The Lady Hamilton B&B

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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