Florence Suite Boutique Hotel And Restaurant, Portsmouth ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

6 Malvern Road, Portsmouth, United Kingdom, PO5 2NA

The Florence Suite Boutique Hotel & Restaurant, part of The Mercer Collection, is located just over a mile from Portsmouth Harbour and the historic Gunwharf Quays. This hotel features uniquely styled boutique en-suite bedrooms with high-speed internet and luxury amenities. Guests can enjoy outdoor dining with options for woodfire-grilled dishes and artisanal pizzas. The hotel is an ideal base for exploring both the city and Southsea beach, which is only a five-minute stroll away.

Location

The hotel is situated 3 km from Portsmouth Harbour and 40 km from Southampton, providing easy access to various local attractions. It is within walking distance to Southsea beach and other points of interest like the Historic Dockyard and Spinnaker Tower. Parking facilities include a mix of on-street and off-road options, with free parking available to guests.

Rooms

Each bright and airy room is designed with a distinct style, featuring a king-size bed and a comfortable seating area. Modern en suite bathrooms are equipped with L'Occitane en Provence toiletries to enhance the guest experience. The hotel offers various room configurations, including family rooms with extra beds and spacious suites for larger groups. Guests may utilize amenities such as a work desk, flat-screen TV, and tea and coffee making facilities.

Eat & Drink

The hotel's à la carte restaurant, The Garden Southsea, serves a diverse menu with an emphasis on vegetarian and vegan choices. An adjacent boutique pub offers a bar menu that includes local beers, fine wines, and a selection of cocktails. Outdoor dining is available in a garden space featuring a woodfire grill and pizza oven, perfect for al fresco meals. Dinner, bed, and breakfast packages include a three-course meal at the restaurant.

Leisure & Business

The Florence Suite provides access to luxury amenities including a cinema room with Sky TV and high-speed internet, a large shared kitchen, and a lounge area. Wellness treatments such as reflexology and full-body massages with aromatherapy oils enhance relaxation opportunities for guests. The hotel also caters to business needs with a conducive environment for meetings and gatherings.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Executive King Room Shower

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2 persons

18 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Executive King Bath Shower

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2 persons

22 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Standard Double Room Shower

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2 persons

14 m²

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1 Double bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Portsmouth 2.0 km

Airports

Southampton (SOU) 35.1 km

Bournemouth (BOH) 81.4 km

Train

Portsmouth Harbour 2.4 km

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Comfy Night's Sleep

The bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night during my stay.view full review

Beautifully Decorated

The room was not only clean but also beautifully decorated, reflecting a real flair for design.view full review

Delicious Breakfast

Breakfast offered an excellent variety and was delightful, setting a perfect tone for the day.view full review

Effortless Parking

The hotel made arranging parking simple with permits, which was a major plus for my stay.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

6 Malvern Road, Portsmouth, United Kingdom, PO5 2NA

Map view

6 Malvern Road, Portsmouth, United Kingdom, PO5 2NA

City landmarks

Parking area

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

2.6 km

Tower

Spinnaker Tower

2.3 km

Museum

The Mary Rose Museum

2.9 km

Aquarium

Blue Reef Aquarium Portsmouth

1.1 km

Castle

Southsea Castle

830 m

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Visitors Centre Victory Gate,HM Naval Base,

HMS Victory

2.9 km

Harbour

Clarence Pier

1.5 km

Harbour

South Parade Pier

780 m

Museum

The D-Day Story

730 m

Museum

Portsmouth Natural History Museum

1.2 km

Clarence Esplanade

Canoe Lake

930 m

Garden

Southsea Model Village

1.3 km

Clarence Esplanade

Pyramids Centre

790 m

Park

Southsea Common

1.5 km

Football Stadium

Fratton Park

2.1 km

Museum

Cumberland House Natural History Museum

1.2 km

Clarence Esplanade

Royal Naval War Memorial

860 m

Museum

Royal Marines Museum

2.2 km

Museum

Portsmouth Museum

1.8 km

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

HMS Warrior 1860

2.6 km

Event hall

The Wedgewood Rooms

980 m

Church

Portsmouth Cathedral

1.8 km

Garden

Southsea Rock Gardens

970 m

Church

Church Of St Jude

650 m

Long Curtain Road Spur Redoubt

Millennium Promenade

1.3 km

Museum

The Royal Navy Submarine Museum

2.6 km

D-Day Museum

730 m

Theatre

Kings Theatre

750 m

Church

Royal Garrison Church

1.8 km

Nearby

Church

Church Of St Simon

490 m

Restaurants

Happy Meeting

420 m

13 Waverley Road

Oriental Pearl

450 m

14 Granada Road

Sant Yago

470 m

12 Clarendon Rd

The Briny

570 m

Clarence Esplanade Southsea

Agora

480 m

9 Clarendon Road Southsea

Bangerz 'n' Brewz

450 m

60B Victoria Road South

Meat & Barrel

490 m

110/114 Palmerston Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great location

Friendly staff

Tight room layout

Limited dining room amenities

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.0

Location

7.7

Service

9.0

Dining

8.0

Geoffrey

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.8/10

The hotel offers a lovely and cosy stay in a great location, perfect for exploring. However, the room layout may be a bit tight for moving around comfortably.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were lovely and cosy, ideal for one person to walk around the bed at a time.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, with helpful and friendly staff everywhere.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent, with easy access to the beach, town center, and a variety of restaurants and bars.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was of a very high standard, with fresh cooked and delicious meals.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were well-maintained and offered great service.

Great location

Tight room layout

Rupert

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.2/10

The hotel is situated in a quiet area a stone's throw from Southsea Common and within easy reach of many attractions in Portsmouth. The rooms are spacious, nicely decorated, well-furnished, and very welcoming after a long day, although a bit hot at times. The service was efficient, friendly, and endlessly helpful. The dining experience was one of the very best, although a bit expensive. The facilities were top-notch, making the stay enjoyable overall.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious, nicely decorated, well-furnished, and very welcoming after a long day, although a bit hot at times.

Service

9.0

The service was efficient, friendly, and endlessly helpful.

Location

7.0

The location is pleasant and quiet, near most main facilities and sites, although it needs better advertising on the street for easier access.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was one of the very best, although a bit expensive.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers various facilities that enhance the overall stay experience.

Bernard

United Kingdom, August 2023

7.6/10

The hotel provided spacious rooms with lots of mirrors and plug sockets, offering a comfortable and cozy stay despite needing a refurbishment. The lovely staff and excellent breakfast service enhanced the overall experience.

Rooms

8.0

The room was big and comfortable, with ample mirrors and plug sockets. Though it could benefit from a refurbishment, it was still a comfortable space, especially for a cozy stay.

Service

9.0

The staff were very friendly and helpful, providing excellent service during my stay. The breakfast service was top-notch, adding to the pleasant experience.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was superb for enjoying walks by the sea and visiting the exquisite restaurant 'The Briny'. Despite some challenges like limited shower space and advertising issues, the proximity to historic Portsmouth and the coast made it ideal for exploration.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were good, with a decent selection for breakfast. However, there was room for improvement in terms of variety. The breakfast offered was standard but satisfying.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had good facilities, with pleasant amenities and services available. However, some areas like the shower space could be improved for a more comfortable experience.