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Enjoy a Car-Free Stay in Portsmouth AT the Royal Maritime Hotel

Staying at the Royal Maritime Hotel makes it easy to enjoy Portsmouth without a car. The city is compact, walkable, and well-connected by public transport.

Bikes, E-bikes and E-scooters

E-bikes and e-scooters are available to hire on a jump-on, jump-off basis throughout the city. There are around 360 rental bikes stationed at 90+ bays dotted across the city. In the nine months after their launch, rental bikes in Portsmouth had covered over 44,000km, with 4,108 active users. Find out more about the scheme on the Voi website.

Train

Guests arriving by train can step off at Portsmouth Harbour station and walk to the hotel in just a few minutes, without needing taxis or car hire. There are also two other train stations in the city, one in Portsmouth City Centre and one close to Fratton Park Football Stadium.

Walking

Many major attractions, including Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, the seafront, and Gunwharf Quays, are easily reached on foot. Lovely long walks along the seafront promanade take you to a range of places to visit along the way.

Coach

Those coming by coach will stop at the hard interchange, a few minutes' walk away, or use Park & Ride, which connects quickly to the city centre, again just a 10-minute walk away.

Buses

There are clearly signed walking and cycling routes, and local buses are mainly electric and have electronic signage to help you plan your journey or see when the next bus is coming.

We actively promote local bus services, bike and scooter hire, and Park & Ride information on our website and at reception so that guests can plan low-carbon journeys around the city.

Sustainable travel pages on the Visit Portsmouth website offer additional guidance on travelling by train, bus, ferry, bike, and on foot, and our team are always happy to help guests choose the most sustainable option. By choosing car-free travel, visitors reduce congestion, cut emissions, and get to experience Portsmouth at street level—discovering independent shops, cafés, and hidden viewpoints along the way.

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Discover Portsmouth’s Best Local Sustainable Activities

by S JACK • 19 February 2026

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Portsmouth's Best Kept Secret

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Easter Holidays - Kids Eat Free

by S JACK • 6 January 2026

CHILDREN EAT FREE DURING THE EASTER HOLIDAYS One child under 12 can eat for free with every adult purchasing a main meal from the restaurant menu. Children may choose a main and a dessert from the Children’s menu with our compliments! A treat for the whole family! Call us on 023 9298 2182 or book online .

February Half Term - Kids Eat Free

6 January 2026

CHILDREN EAT FREE DURING FEBRUARY HALF TERM One child under 12 can eat for free with every adult purchasing a main meal from the restaurant menu. Children may choose a main and a dessert from the Children’s menu with our compliments! A treat for the whole family! Call us on 023 9298 2182 or book online .

Spring Break

by S JACK • 16 December 2025

SPRING BREAK 2026 DEAL Treat yourself to a relaxing mini-break with this fantastic offer from the Royal Maritime Hotel. CLAIM YOUR special rate of £99 bed and breakfast with a complimentary BOTTLE OF PROSECCO ON ARRIVAL. Escape the everyday and shop in style. The Royal Maritime Hotel invites you to enjoy: £99 per night Bed and Breakfast: Experience comfortable accommodation and a delicious breakfast to start your day right. A complimentary bottle of prosecco: Kick off your relaxing getaway in celebratory style. Shop until you drop at Gunwharf Quays Designer Outlets: Just a five-minute walk to the stunning Spinnaker Tower, designer Gunwharf Quays, and the artisan workshops of old Portsmouth's Hotwalls studios. Enjoy a complimentary card for 10% off select designer outlet shops, including Boss, Champion, Calvin Klein, French Connection, The White Company, Levi's , Tommy Hilfiger, Molton Brown , Reiss, and Mint Velvet, plus a complimentary VIP card at Gunwharf Quays . Offer Details: Valid: From 1 April 2026 to 30th April 2026. Stay Dates: Sunday to Thursday nights only Booking Code: Use code SPRING26 when booking. Don't Miss Out! Indulge in a relaxing and affordable autumn escape. Book your stay at the Royal Maritime Hotel now and raise a glass to Portsmouth! Book Today: Visit the Royal Maritime Hotel website or call them directly. Remember to quote offer code SPRING26 to secure your £99 per night Bed, Breakfast, and Cocktail getaway. Take some time out to relax and explore this wonderful waterfront city this Spring! Call us on 023 9298 2182 to book or book online using code SPRING26 T&Cs: Only available by booking direct, Classic Room (upgrades are available). Changes or amendments are available up to two weeks before your stay. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.