THE PIER, Portsmouth
About the Hotel
The Pier - A family-run bed and breakfast on Bellevue Terrace with pod-style bathrooms, exceptional breakfast, free parking, and walking distance to Clarence Pier and Southsea Castle
A 3-star family-run bed and breakfast on Bellevue Terrace in Southsea, The Pier occupies a historically listed building from the 1800s. Rooms feature simple elegant dΓ©cor, a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and a pod-style en-suite bathroom with a compact shower. Each room includes complimentary toiletries and a vanity mirror; some have a washbasin in the room. Breakfast is optional at a reasonable cost (7.50 GBP) and includes Full English or continental options made with local produce, served by the host's mother. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The Pier is less than a 10-minute walk from Clarence Pier and an 8-minute walk from Southsea Castle. Gunwharf Quays and HMS Warrior are a 10-minute walk away, and the University of Portsmouth is 5 minutes on foot. The building has narrow steep staircases and no air conditioning, and the pod showers may not suit taller guests. A continental breakfast is available each morning at The Pier.
Pros
Free parking permit provided for on-street parking nearby.
Host Rahul is welcoming, responsive, and offers personalized local advice.
Exceptional breakfast value with locally sourced ingredients.
Quiet location despite being on a main road.
Spotlessly clean rooms with comfortable beds.
Cons
Narrow steep staircases may pose difficulty for guests with heavy luggage or mobility issues.
No air conditioning; warm evenings may be uncomfortable.
Must-do experiences
- Stroll along the historic waterfront at Gunwharf Quays for shopping.
- Enjoy fresh seafood at the bustling Fish Market on Saturday mornings.
- Visit the Mary Rose Museum to see Henry VIII's sunken warship.
- Take a guided tour of the iconic HMS Victory docked nearby.
- Try a traditional cream tea at The Tanglewood, a local favorite.
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Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Allergy-free rooms
- Smoke detectors
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Public parking is possible at a location nearby for free.
Dining
- Special diet menus
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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Guest reviews