Buckingham House 11 High Street, Portsmouth, PO1 2LP, United Kingdom
Based on 107 hotel reviews
9.4Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.6
Staff
9.8
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 27 April 2024
Glenda
Jerseynothing
host was so lovely
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 16 December 2023
Olivia
United KingdomThe only thing I’d say is the mattress was slightly uncomfortable, quite hard.
Fabulous little boutique bnb Really quirky and staff were amazing and extremely accommodating. Rooms were impressive. Breakfast was great too.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 13 November 2023
Susan
United KingdomCouldn't really fault the guest house or our stay.
The guest house had a really lovely continental breakfast which had varied local produce and they had real pots of tea and coffee which was most welcome.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 29 October 2023
Kerry
United KingdomAfter a late night, we would’ve loved a cooked breakfast. This is not a criticism of the Ye Spotted Dogge at all, just our tummies craving hot food!
A delightful boutique hotel in the heart of Old Portsmouth, beautifully decorated by the owner throughout. Our room Mason, was very comfortable, so comfortable in fact we could have stayed longer. The private small bar at the front of the property offers a very wide selection of drinks in comfortable surroundings. Breakfast is continental with a fabulous selection of fruits, pastries, meats and cheeses. The hosts Ian and Alex are so hospitable and very knowledgeable of the area. Thank you for looking after us. We look forward to returning in warmer/dryer weather so that we can enjoy the stunning garden.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 20 October 2023
Vincent
United StatesWe really liked this place and actually we were just there for the one day and wish we had more time to enjoy the surrounding area. Plus everyone made us feel so welcome.
It has such a special feel to it where you feel at home as soon as you meet the staff. If you had special needs, no problem. I loved the bar room which was so comfortable and again we felt like a part of the group. The garden area was special, a quiet place to have drinks and enjoy the scenery.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 3 October 2023
Amanda
United KingdomEverything was good
Breakfast really nice
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 30 September 2023
Bettina
GermanyNothing
Everyone there and the attention to detail
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 21 September 2023
Barbra
United KingdomNothing all great
The owner amazing friendly lovely guy room was great size lovely bed
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 18 September 2023
Alicia
United StatesBeautiful and charming Inn at a seaside location. Loved the authentic historic detail. Friendly staff and owners. The bar and snacks and lively garden patio were on added bonus on our warm fall stay.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 10 September 2023
Janine
United KingdomLocation was fabulous , the gents running it were extremely helpful. Breakfast was lovely,
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 28 August 2023
Alan
United KingdomExcellent
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 19 August 2023
Clive
United StatesNothing comes to mind
Great location in old Portsmouth. Terrific staff who shared the incredible history of the inn and were very helpful in all respects. Breakfast included was very nice.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 10 August 2023
Cole
United KingdomThe breakfast was excellent for me, as I rarely eat a cooked breakfast. The range of cereals, smoked salmon, cheeses, fresh fruit, toast and marmalade were just right. Also a great pot of tea! The location was excellent for me to attend the wedding as I could leave the car parked in the High Street and walk to HMS Warrior
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 5 August 2023
Lee
United KingdomThe weather! Everything else was wonderful. Would love to have a birthday here with friends on a sunny weekend. Bar snacks offered without prompt, the guys running the bar were first class and caring about all guests whilst still looking after customers. There was nothing I didn’t like about ye spotted dogge, it was exceptional and exceeded all expectations.
The garden was exceptional, the hotel itself was beautiful and full to the brim of quality authentic local historical treasures. The staff were attentive and knowledgeable, nothing was too much hassle. This is a gem we will be returning to.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 16 July 2023
Phil
United KingdomNothing it was lovely
Gorgeous little place with a lot of history and v well located for Portsmouth sights
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 3 July 2023
Margaret
AustraliaWe had a room where the shower was a hand held low down device over a bath. Not great when you are older. Maybe I should have checked or conversely maybe they should check with you first before allocating a room.
Beautiful historic building. The decor was fabulous and in keeping with its heritage. Loved our stay, adequate breakfast.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 25 June 2023
Renate
United KingdomNothing
Comfort, decor and history. Breakfast buffet was exceptionally good.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 22 May 2023
Michael
United Arab EmiratesNothing
Fantastic period house hotel. So much history. Staff were fantastic
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 21 May 2023
Sarah
United Kingdomnothing
historically interesting, great bar, nice atmosphere, friendly service
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 14 May 2023
Keith
United KingdomNothing
Well run, lovely decor, lots of character, peaceful.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 14 May 2023
Aisling
United KingdomHandy location for the historic dockyard and Gunwharf quay. A unique property with beautiful features that felt like a real treat. The owner was very helpful and the room itself lovely. We enjoyed having a drink in the private bar.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 14 May 2023
Andrew
United Kingdomgreat location, quirky, very clean.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 28 April 2023
Virginia
United StatesBeautiful. Historic. Great amenities. wonderful staff!
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 2 April 2023
Stewart
United KingdomNothing
Ian was a delightful host, made me and my partner very welcome, gave us loads of history about the Duke of Buckingham and Henry VIII, even held the dagger that was used to assassinate the Duke of Buckingham himself. The room we stayed in was fantastic the chaddington and having the vintage bath in the room was the whole reason I chose that room in the first place, even though it maybe haunted just added to the excitement of all the wonderful history of the place, we stayed in the dukes bed chambers. Ian gave us some wonderful advice about what to visit while we were their, (Mary rose museum) and that did not disappoint what an amazing place and story. The continental breakfast was a great add on to the stay on the morning and was very refined , Ian again was a great host. Tbh I cannot fault this place, I will definitely go back when we go there again. Highly recommended to anyone
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 12 November 2022
Leigh
United Kingdomtoilet seats in room and hall way a little vulnerable- very loose. not a big issue but did make you feel they could break if you sat on them. the party was a little noisy but again only one point lost for the stay as we just loved it.
The history and the sheer magnitude of the premises. It is quaint and you feel like you have somehow been touched by the regal world of days gone by. Ian is great and accommodating. We had a choice of rooms due too a ‘pickle’ event going on. The breakfast was fantastic - lots of choice and very fresh.
Stayed in November 2022
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