The Best Hotels Closest to St. John's Cathedral in Portsmouth - 2026 Updated Prices

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A courtyard with brick buildings, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A dining room with wooden furniture, a chandelier, and wall-mounted shelves.

A room with a large bed, ornate headboard, and a chandelier.

A row of traditional terraced houses with a uniform architectural style, featuring symmetrical windows and a consistent facade.

1. Ye Spotted Dogge

1 km from St. John's Cathedral

Rose

฿8,480

฿10,176 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

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

2. Becketts Southsea

Southsea, 1.3 km from St. John's Cathedral

Thomas

฿3,386

฿4,063 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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 hot tub area with wooden benches and a bar.

3. Ashbys

Southsea, 1.9 km from St. John's Cathedral

Maureen

฿3,653

฿4,383 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

4. Esk Vale Guest House

Southsea, 2.5 km from St. John's Cathedral

Chris

฿2,720

฿2,720 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

5. Florence House Hotel & Restaurant

Southsea, 2.3 km from St. John's Cathedral

Brooke

฿2,900

฿3,479 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A staircase with ornate wooden balusters and patterned carpeted steps.

6. Spring Garden B&B

2.5 km from St. John's Cathedral

Adam

฿2,277

฿2,733 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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.

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

7. Blue Star House

Southsea, 1.6 km from St. John's Cathedral

Allan

฿3,518

฿4,222 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

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

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

8. Royal Maritime Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Portsea, 0.7 km from St. John's Cathedral

Debra

฿1,800

฿2,160 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A building with a sign that reads "BOUTIQUE HOTEL" above the entrance.

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

9. G Boutique Hotel

Southsea, 2.6 km from St. John's Cathedral

Natasha

฿1,968

฿2,806 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

A coffee maker and a mug on a wooden shelf.

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.

10. Haslar Rooms

2.2 km from St. John's Cathedral

Kevin

฿3,683

฿4,419 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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.

Two glasses of beer on a bar counter with a beer tap and shelves of bottles in the background.

11. Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

0.9 km from St. John's Cathedral

Max

฿2,814

฿3,377 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

12. Premier Inn Portsmouth Dockyard

Portsea, 0.5 km from St. John's Cathedral

Sigmund

฿1,926

฿2,311 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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."

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.

13. Old Victory House Homestay

Portsea, 0.8 km from St. John's Cathedral

"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

฿1,912

฿2,295 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

14. ibis Portsmouth Centre

Portsmouth City Centre, 0.6 km from St. John's Cathedral

Sarah

฿1,923

฿2,307 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamp, dresser, desk, chair, and a TV.

15. Florence Gardens Hotel & Restaurant

Southsea, 2.3 km from St. John's Cathedral

Julie

฿3,222

฿3,866 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a wall with a floral pattern.

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

16. Portsmouth Budget Hotels

1 km from St. John's Cathedral

Ruth

฿3,377

฿3,377 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

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

17. Keppel's Head Hotel

Portsea, 0.9 km from St. John's Cathedral

Steven

฿2,925

฿3,510 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

A gym with various exercise equipment including treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight machines.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a diving board, and lounge chairs.

18. Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

1.3 km from St. John's Cathedral

Ian

฿1,777

฿2,133 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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.

19. The Queens Hotel

Southsea, 1.7 km from St. John's Cathedral

Lesley

฿3,555

฿4,266 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A restaurant with multiple tables, bar stools, hanging pendant lights, and a view of the city through large windows.

20. Premier Inn Portsmouth City Centre

Portsmouth City Centre, 0.4 km from St. John's Cathedral

Charlotte

฿1,889

฿2,266 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to St. John's Cathedral

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ye Spotted Dogge	10.0 Exceptional 46 reviews	View
Becketts Southsea	9.4 Exceptional 207 reviews	View
Ashbys	9.4 Exceptional 361 reviews	View
Esk Vale Guest House	9.4 Exceptional 52 reviews	View
Florence House Hotel & Restaurant	9.4 Exceptional 302 reviews	View

Top St. John's Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Village Hotel Portsmouth

8/10 Good

"Great hotel for a quick night away with work. Great bar, food was fab, just what was needed. Gym and pool were fantastic."

Ship Leopard Hotel – No Children

10/10 Excellent

"We were so lucky this hotel had a free room on the evening when our overnight ferry was cancelled with only a few hours notice. I had travelled seven hours by train and there hadn’t been a buffet cart on it so by the time I arrived I was thirsty and hungry.The very kind gentleman at reception gave me the bedroom keys , fresh milk for my cuppa tea and some breakfast cereal! The room was great with a fan and very comfy bed. We didn’t have the breakfast as we had to leave at 6 am to catch the new ferry. The free car park was great and secured Portsmouth is a pretty expensive place to stay but we felt we had good value as we do appreciate kindness, clean rooms and a comfy bed! We will be back another time to see the Mary Rose Museum and HMS Victory…. Portsmouth is a great place to learn more about naval history, great shops and Brasserie Blanc for supper was formidable!( a great start to our French holiday)"

ibis budget Portsmouth

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent staff at reception and given a cycle friendly room on the ground floor."

Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"A Lovely Stay in the Heart of Town ❤️ From the moment we arrived, the reception staff were very friendly, welcoming and helpful. Every receptionist spoke really good English, which made everything so easy, and they always greeted us with a lovely smile. 😊 The hotel is in the heart of the town, which is very convenient for exploring and getting around. Our room was clean and comfortable, and the bed was very comfortable, so we had a good night’s sleep. The breakfast was okay and had enough choices to start the day. Overall, we had a lovely stay and really appreciated the warm and friendly service from all the reception staff. I would happily stay here again. 😊"

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed for one night prior to getting the ferry to the Isle of Wight . Great that we had free 24 hour parking and breakfast included."

Keppel's Head Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel. Very clean. Very attentive staff. Lovely fried breakfast cooked to order. Well situated on The Hard opposite the railway and bus station.."

The Lady Hamilton B&B

10/10 Excellent

"While born and bred in Pompey for 19 years, I returned to my hometown as a tourist to show a friend around. Therefore, I knew of the Lady Hamilton's excellent location and I was pleasantly surprised that the "partial sea view" from the window was an excellent full view of HMS Warrior-stunning at sunrise. No noise disturbance from the pub or street and stairway means not having to go through pub; didn't drink in pub, as they had run out of London Pride real ale, but a proper local pub if you want the authentic Portsea. The Lady Hamilton is a stones throw from the dockyard (maritime museum) and the range of restuarants at Gunwharf; recommend Giggly Squid and Tap and Tandoori - has lovely vegan options .Also, a delighful 15 minute walk to Old Portsmouth-Spinaker cafe good place for breakfast and opens early. I would definitely stay here again and recommend; very comfortable bed, clean, great shower, location and view! Only thing that would have been a good thing to have in the room is a peg in bathroom for towels, though did have radiator to hang on. Although HMS Victory covered over for renovation, still a fascinating visit and The Mary Rose musuem is out of this world and a must see."

Gunwharf Quays Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Loved everything about our stay , gorgeous view, only comment would be upgrade on furniture would be great as sofa not very comfy and looking a wee bit tired in places plus en-suite toilet was broken so did not use it but overall very happy and will definitely be back to stay with you in the future. 😁"

Portsmouth Budget Hotels

8/10 Good

"For the price we got good value for our money"

Other attractions near St. John's Cathedral

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 row of traditional British terraced houses with a black metal fence and red flowers in the front garden.

Charles Dickens Birthplace

8.0/10 (1 review)

Personal belongings, Regency design features and literary inspirations adorn the restored rooms of the house in which Dickens was born and raised.

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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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A modern urban waterfront with a tall glass building, a canal, and surrounding commercial buildings.

Gunwharf Quays

9.0/10 (947 reviews)

Stretching along the sea is one of Portsmouth's coolest areas, with plenty of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants as well as a contemporary art gallery.

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A large, circular building with a modern design, situated by a body of water.

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

9.4/10 (782 reviews)

Find heroic ships, triumphant naval vessels and World War I frigates at this dockyard, a tribute to the city’s maritime might.

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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 top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around St. John's Cathedral?

St. John's Cathedral 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 189 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to St. John's Cathedral?

Adjacent to St. John's Cathedral, Premier Inn Portsmouth City Centre is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Other good choices close by include Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG and Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to St. John's Cathedral?

Expedia has 189 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from St. John's Cathedral.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St. John's Cathedral, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to St. John's Cathedral.

What can I see and do near St. John's Cathedral?

Mary Rose Museum, HMS Victory and The D-Day Story feature captivating exhibits. Explore landmarks like Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Spitbank Fort and New Theatre Royal. You can check out the local talent at Portsmouth Guildhall, Kings Theatre and Wedgewood Rooms.

How can I get to St. John's Cathedral?

With so many ways to get around, seeing all of the area near St. John's Cathedral is simple. To see more of the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Portsmouth & Southsea Station or Portsmouth (PME-Portsmouth and Southsea Train Station). Cross the water on a ferry from the port.

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Our top choices for St. John's Cathedral hotels

1. Ye Spotted Dogge

2. Becketts Southsea

3. Ashbys

4. Esk Vale Guest House

5. Florence House Hotel & Restaurant

6. Spring Garden B&B

7. Blue Star House

8. Royal Maritime Hotel, BW Signature Collection

9. G Boutique Hotel

10. Haslar Rooms

11. Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

12. Premier Inn Portsmouth Dockyard

13. Old Victory House Homestay

14. ibis Portsmouth Centre

15. Florence Gardens Hotel & Restaurant

16. Portsmouth Budget Hotels

17. Keppel's Head Hotel

18. Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

19. The Queens Hotel

20. Premier Inn Portsmouth City Centre

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Top St. John's Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Village Hotel Portsmouth

Ship Leopard Hotel – No Children

ibis budget Portsmouth

Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG

Keppel's Head Hotel

The Lady Hamilton B&B

Gunwharf Quays Apartments

Portsmouth Budget Hotels

Other attractions near St. John's Cathedral

Portsmouth Guildhall

University of Portsmouth

Charles Dickens Birthplace

Mary Rose Museum

Gunwharf Quays

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

New Theatre Royal

Dockyard Apprentice

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