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By a verified traveller on Sun 21 Nov 2021

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Park View

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Triple Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Room 8)

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Double Room, Shared Bathroom, Sea View (Room 11)

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom, Sea View (Room 10)

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 9)

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Room 7)

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Description

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Jolly Sailor. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Southsea Beach. Free WiFi in public areas, a restaurant and a bar are available.

  • Free WiFi
  • Options for a bite to eat or a relaxing drink include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Amenities include coffee/tea in a common area
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the value of their stay
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Gunwharf Quays and 6 minutes from Portsmouth International Port

The Jolly Sailor ratings based on 6 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.2 out of 5 3.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Jolly Sailor

Everyone (2) Couples (2) Family (1)
5 out of 5
Very clean and functional rooms at a great price.

Posted by on 21 Nov 2021

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1 out of 5
Was biten in the nite and went for a shower and water was stone cold and made a realy lound noise terible bed very dissapointred in hotel never again

Posted by on 26 Sep 2021

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3 out of 5
Properly was run down never saw the staff apart from checking in didn’t offer the kitchen services on the Tuesday it was closed and the bar wasn’t open when it said it would be

Posted by on 2 Sep 2021

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5 out of 5
Great service and good deals on food downstairs with fab live music.

Posted by , from London on 24 Oct 2020

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3 out of 5
Good location, I’ve stayed twice now, once on top room overlooking common which was lovely , this time in room 5 with side sea view, not so nice , ask for top floor sea facing if you can cope with 3 flights of stairs , needs a hairdryer in room

Posted by on 20 Jul 2019

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2 out of 5

Posted by on 17 Jun 2019

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Property Features

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This 3-star Portsmouth guest house is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free parking nearby

Transport

  • Train station: Portsmouth Fratton Station (2.2 km / 1.4 mi)

Room Amenities

The Jolly Sailor offers 11 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. This Portsmouth guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested.

  • Bathrooms are shared
  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer available
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Unique furnishings

Food & Drink

The Jolly Sailor has a restaurant on site.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 9:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

There is no front desk at this property. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The host will greet guests on arrival.

Please note on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights until midnight, guests should expect some noise from the bar located downstairs.

This property does not have a front desk. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The host will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Parties and events are allowed on site

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Parties and events are allowed on site. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on-site
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Security system
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • No front desk
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Food service has not been amended for enhanced safety
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Host will greet you
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Events/parties allowed
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property does not follow regional sanitisation guidelines
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • No lifts
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Online penalty collection
  • No gap period between guest stays

Hotel Names

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.