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Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant

Portsmouth , 2 Malvern Road (Show on Map)

8.6

Very Good

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Summary of reviewsFlorence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant is highly recommended by guests who praise its ideal central location for exploring Southsea's attractions. The standout feature is the excellent breakfast with a good range of cooked items, including vegan options and the courteous and professional service from the staff. Guests also rave about the clean, spacious, well-decorated and comfortable rooms with comfortable beds and the overall high standard of cleanliness. The staff go out of their way to be friendly, professional and accommodating, while the restaurant also receives praise for offering great food despite slightly high prices. Guests with pets are pleased that the hotel welcomes dogs with open arms, although some have reported being disturbed by barking dogs in nearby rooms. While some guests report minor issues such as small rooms, uncomfortable pull-out beds and lacking blinds in the bathroom, these do not detract from the overwhelmingly positive opinions of the hotel, which is described as a charming, comfortable and great little boutique hotel well worth a visit.
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No disposable (single use) cups/glasses, plates and cutlery

Most of the ingredients used to prepare meals are locally produced

A vegetarian alternative menu is proposed in the restaurant

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Room Types

Standard Double Room with Shower Small double room with a private shower (no bath), vegan friendly toiletries, tea and coffee making facilities. Free Wi-Fi is also available. No children, extra beds or cots can be accommodated in this room

Executive King Room with Shower A king-size bed, tea/coffee making facilities, a seating area and an en-suite shower room are featured in this room. Free Wi-Fi and vegan friendly toiletries are also provided. Please note there is no bath. No extra beds or cots can be accommodated in this room.

Superior Superking Room with Bath and Shower This room features a superking-size bed, tea/coffee making facilities, and a private bathroom with a bath and overhead shower. Free Wi-Fi and vegan friendly toiletries are also provided. No extra beds or cots can be accommodated in this room.

Superior Superking Suite with Bath & Shower This room has a super king-size bed and en-suite bathroom with twin wash basins and a bath with an overhead shower. There is a seating area and wardrobe. Free WiFi, toiletries and tea/coffee making facilities are also provided. No extra beds or cots can be accommodated in this room This room has a super king-size bed and en-suite bathroom with twin wash basins and a bath with an overhead shower. There is a seating area and wardrobe. Free WiFi and tea/coffee making facilities are also provided. No extra beds or cots can be accommodated in this room

Superior Superking with Shower A king-size bed, seating area and en suite shower room (no bath) are featured in this room. Free Wi-Fi, vegan friendly toiletries and tea and coffee making facilities are also provided. No extra beds or cots can be accommodated in this room

Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children) This room features a king-size bed, a sofa bed (suitable for a child) and an en suite bath or shower room. This room is not suitable for more than 2 adults. Free Wi-Fi and tea and coffee making facilities are also provided.

Family Room (2 Adults + 1 Child) This room features a king-size bed and a single bed suitable for a child, and an en-suite bath or shower room. Free Wi-Fi and tea and coffee making facilities are also provided. This room is not suitable for 3 adults.

Junior Suite This suite features a king-size bed, tea/coffee making facilities and a private bathroom with a walk in shower. The room has a separate sitting area and outside decked space. Free Wi-Fi and vegan friendly toiletries are also provided. No extra beds or cots can be accommodated in this room.

Twin Room with Shower Two Single Beds, tea/coffee making facilities, a seating area and an en-suite shower room are featured in this room. Free Wi-Fi and vegan friendly toiletries are also provided. Please note there is no bath. No extra beds or cots can be accommodated in this room.

Luxury Twin Room with Shower Featuring free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The twin room has parquet floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe as well as a quiet street view. The unit has 2 beds.

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Guest Reviews

8.6

Very Good

Location

Centrally located in Southsea, Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant is the perfect base for exploring all the main attractions of the area. Whether you're looking to spend your days lounging on the beach, trying out the local restaurants or taking in the festival scene, this hotel is ideally situated. Guests love the quiet yet convenient location, just a short walk from the seafront and a variety of independent restaurants. Lovely gardens provide a relaxing atmosphere for breakfast, while the clean and comfortable rooms make for a great stay. The proximity to the ferry port and city centre make this hotel a convenient choice for those looking to explore beyond Southsea. Overall, Florence House has a fantastic location with friendly staff and is highly recommended by guests.

Breakfast

One of the standout features of Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant seems to be its breakfast. Guests continuously praise the breakfast, describing it as "excellent," "fantastic," "stunning," and "wonderful." The staff receives high praise for their courteous and professional service during breakfast. The breakfast menu offers a good range of cooked items with delicious options for vegans. Guests appreciate the quality of the produce used and the fact that breakfast is cooked to order. Some guests note that the breakfast portion sizes are small for the price, but overall, the variety and taste of the breakfast seem to exceed expectations.

Dinner

Guests of Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant raved about the dinner options during their stay. Many praised the food as great and excellent with one guest specifically highlighting the 'Briny' restaurant along the esplanade as a good choice. Although some wished for a wider selection of meals for evening meals in the restaurant, the dining options in the garden room were deemed good, even if a bit pricey. However, there were mixed reviews regarding the burger, which some felt was too expensive for the quality. Overall, guests enjoyed their dinner experience and wished the restaurant had been open for more meals.

Rooms

Welcome to Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant, where guests are raving about the modern, clean and stylishly decorated rooms. Many guests have described the rooms as lovely, spacious and comfortable with some even complimenting the newly decorated interiors. From beautiful brick properties to large, airy rooms with high ceilings, this hotel offers a variety of spread-out buildings and wonderful sizes. Guests especially appreciate the clean and well-presented rooms and bathrooms, many noting the comfortable and beautiful decor. Families have praised the good-sized family rooms with pleasant clean bathrooms. Some guests have mentioned small rooms and bathrooms, but overall, the rooms have been described as warm, cozy and well equipped with tea and coffee making facilities. Most importantly, the rooms always look nice and are very clean, making the experience at Florence House Boutique Hotel feel like staying in a beautiful home with all the comforts of a hotel.

Beds

The Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant has received rave reviews for the comfort of its beds. Guests have described them as "awesomely comfortable," "very comfortable," and "the most comfortable we've had in a hotel." Comfy queensized beds and great mattresses lend to the overall comfort of the rooms, which are also complimented for their pretty decor. However, some guests noted that the beds were slightly uncomfortable and one pull-out bed was particularly unpleasant to sleep on. The hotel could benefit from improving their pillows, which some described as flat and hard. Despite these minor issues, the majority of guests found the beds comfortable and the rooms to be an extremely good value.

Cleanliness

If you're looking for a clean and comfortable place to stay in Florence, you might want to consider the Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant. After reading through a number of guest reviews, it's clear that the hotel is spotless and well-maintained. Many guests have commented on how lovely and clean their rooms were with modern decorations and comfortable beds. While a few guests did mention minor cleanliness issues, such as a dirty bathroom floor or hair on a toilet, overall the hotel seems to maintain a high standard of cleanliness. And with friendly and helpful staff, delicious food and a good location, it's no wonder guests are raving about this hotel.

Staff

If you're looking for a hotel with exceptional staff, then the Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant should be high on your list. The reviews are overwhelmingly positive with guests praising the friendly, professional and accommodating nature of the staff. Reception staff are efficient, polite and helpful, while waiting staff are lovingly described as "excellent" and "superb." Even the manager comes in for special praise. Guests appreciate the staff going out of their way to ensure their stay is comfortable, going beyond the call of duty to help with luggage or parking. Breakfast is another standout with staff happy and courteous and the food being described as "stunning" and "excellent." While some guests report small rooms, the cleanliness of the hotel is never in doubt and the staff make up for any minor issues. The conclusion is overwhelmingly positive - if you're looking for fantastic food, clean and comfortable rooms and the best staff, then the Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant comes highly recommended.

4 Star

Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant has received an overwhelmingly positive response from its guests with many describing their stays as 'superb'. The hotel is noted for its clean, comfortable and quiet rooms. Although some guests report issues such as noisy wardrobe doors and the lack of blinds in the bathroom, these are minor inconveniences that do not detract from an overall enjoyable experience. The hotel's restaurant is particularly noteworthy with guests praising the quality of the food despite its slightly high cost. One area for improvement is parking, which some guests found to be lacking. Overall, Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant is a great choice for those looking for a four-star experience.

Boutique-Style

The Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant is a charming and comfortable boutique hotel that leaves a lasting impression. The decor of the hotel is fresh, different and suits the property perfectly. The staff are excellent and go out of their way to make guests feel welcome. The hotel boasts lovely spacious rooms that are befitting of the boutique label. The property is also great looking and beautiful. Guests rave about the fantastic and great little boutique hotel that is well worth a visit. While the price may be steep, the hotel’s name sums up the quality perfectly. It is an absolutely great hotel that is loved by many.

Dog Friendly

For those who love to travel with their furry friends, Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant is definitely a place worth visiting. Not many places of this quality are dog-friendly, but this hotel welcomes pets with open arms. A little dachshund loved his stay here and the best part was being able to enjoy the beautiful garden at breakfast time with the furry friend. One guest is planning to return with their pooch next year. Although some guests were woken up by barking dogs in other rooms, the majority of reviewers loved the pet-friendly atmosphere. The hotel even accommodates guests with two dogs, which is very convenient. It's comforting to know that even elderly dogs are welcomed as one guest had to carry their pup to the top of the stairs. If you're looking for comfort and an ideal location without leaving your pet behind, Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant is the perfect choice.

No, Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant.

Yes, Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant welcomes dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant.

No, Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant doesn't have a gym.

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