Located in Portsmouth, Ashbys is within a 5-minute drive of Southsea Castle and Gunwharf Quays. .This beach guesthouse is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Spinnaker Tower and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from HMS Victory.
University of Portsmouth - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Gunwharf Quays - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
HMS Victory - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles
Getting around
Portsmouth Fratton Station - 10 min drive
Southampton (SOU) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
The Lord Palmerston - 3 min walk
Scarlet Tap - 3 min walk
Southsea Coffee Co - 2 min walk
Meat & Barrel - 4 min walk
Circolo - 2 min walk
About this property
Ashbys
Elegant beach guesthouse and 2 spa tubs
Ashbys offers 9 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs.
2 spa tubs are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.
Stay in one of 9 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your Select Comfort bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
Dip into one of the 2 spa tubs or enjoy other recreational amenities including a sauna and bicycles to rent. This guesthouse also features complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a television in a common area.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Languages
English, Turkish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Electric car charging station on site
24-hour offsite parking (GBP 12 per day)
Street parking available
Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 6 per day)
Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces per unit)
Things to do
2 spa tubs
Arcade/game room
Bicycle rentals
Billiards/pool table
Sauna
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Children's games
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Guest services
No housekeeping service
Proposal/romance packages
Business services
Coworking space
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Spa
Spa services
Accessibility
No elevator
More
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Select Comfort mattress
Bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
Netflix
Pay movies
Food and drink
Electric kettle
More
Desk
Desk chair
Electrical adapters
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 25
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [The White House (Next door to Ashby’s) 5 Auckland Road West PO5]
The host will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 6 per day
Nearby parking fee: GBP 12 per day(20 ft away; open 24 hours)
Early check-in fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)
Laundry fee: GBP 10 per day
Spa fee: GBP 50 per day
Spa tub fee: GBP 25 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Ashbys Guesthouse Southsea
Ashbys Southsea
Ashbys Guesthouse
Ashbys Portsmouth
Ashbys Guesthouse Portsmouth
Ashbys Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Nice location near many restaurants but pretty quiet. Easy walk to beaches. Fairly big room with comfortable bed and sofa bed. Nice common area with billiards, air hockey, foosball, and video game console. The spa area seemed nice but was a tad too pricey for family use.
A very warm welcome from host. A great location for Bars and restaurants and the sea front. A really comfortabke bedroom, bathroom in need of update. A really great communal area and the option for self catering is a great feature. THANKS
Fantastic hotel!! Close to park, restaurants, cool coffee shops and bars.
Hotel itself has a BYOB bar area with loads of amenities that are all free to use including pool table tennis and table football. Sky sports on a massive screen and a kitchen to keep your beer and wine chilled. We had a family room which was very spacious with a spotless ensuite bathroom. Room had tea and coffee and the lovely owners really make you feel very welcome.
This boutique hotel is great for families and couples and for the money we could not fault it.
We didn't have time to use the Spa but if it's anything like the rest of the hotel then I'm sure it would be special.
This was our first time in Portsmouth and we wouldn't stay anywhere else if we return.
David
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
4/10 Poor
Janis
Jul 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Appallingly bad bathroom
Unfortunately this was not the right fit for us. Our room was in the next building and we had to go through main hotel and into another house. The room was in the attic and the stairs were incredibly steep. I made sure I took everything I needed when left as I did not want to do the stairs again. The main problem really was the room as it was small, uncomfortable with low roof and the shower was awful. Pressure was bad and it just complete stopped running when my husband was in the shower,it was like a wet room and flooded the floor and no extractor fan .. No tea / coffee
etc Maybe other rooms would be better , but we could not wait to leave.
I only stayed for business, but what a find! It was such a nice environment; there was so much to do and see. Beautiful decoration, latest modern conveniences, clean and fresh, and a comfy bed. What more could you ask for? I will be recommending this place to anyone I know visiting Portsmouth :)
We were pleasantly surprised with the standard and variety of facilities available to guests. There was a very warm welcome from the owners and the family accommodation was excellent and as described. The room was comfortable and the bathroom was very good. Little touches such as fresh coffee always available in the shared kitchen area, plus a range of activities such as table tennis, pool, air hockey, table football and card and board games, made it a great place for kids of all ages! We would definitely visit again should the need arise!
The room we had was very small - the bed took the most of it - it was not visible on the photos when we booked it. Also, it was not shown in the photos that the ceiling in the bathroom was sloping which proved to be difficult for my very tall boyfriend. Such details should be shown in the pictures to make a proper booking.
Really enjoyed our stay at Ashbys. Steve and Mubi were warm, welcoming and helpful and the room and public spaces (lounge / games room, kitchen, bar area) were comfortable and well equipped. It was clear that a lot of thought has been given to making Ashbys a unique place to stay: welcoming, relaxing and fun. A great location too for the bars, seafront and Southsea attractions!
Our bathroom window needed a blind - more for the neighbours than anything! - and the bedroom a second bedside table and lamp, but these were just minor gripes that didn't spoil our stay. We would definitely come back. Thank you.
Great check in experience - picked up the key from next door and given a detailed tour of the wide ranging facilities.
The superior doublw was a large spacious room with a super king size bed provided a very comfortable night's sleep.
Great shower although the shower room needs some TLC.
Excellent value for money.