The Wellington Restaurant and Bar

Good location, clean room quiet at night though it’s above a small courtyard which was empty. Comfy bed parking nearby free 6pm- 8am.

The location was brilliant, close to local pubs and a nice walk into both Portsmouth and Southsea. The room was lovely and would definitely recommend staying here. We will stay again but definitely be checking if the pub is open next time rather than believing all the emails.

The Wellington is a historic, traditional pub/inn with a few rooms upstairs. Being an older construction, the owners did a great job in making the rooms comfortable and unique. My room had a small, modern and efficient shower with a small sink as well. My toilet was down the hall and private. Downstairs in the pub, the staff was incredibly friendly and it had the feeling of being welcomed into the family. I was thinking of exploring the surrounding neighborhood, but Tom at the bar was so cheerful and easy going, i stayed and had the Lamb Shank dinner. In all honesty, i have been in the UK for over a month now and i have sadly discovered to lower my expectations with the traditional British menus. But the Lamb Shank suprised me as a dish i can rave about when i get back home to the USA. Additionally, being an overnight guest, everything was 15% discount for food and drinks!! If you are looking for a relaxed, friendly atmosphere that has some of the Old World charm, then Tom and the rest of the crew will trwat you just right!!!! The location can’t be beat for sitting right in the middle of the historic district.

Great location: originally intended to be just a stop-over, but provided a good night out in Portsmouth with it being right next to the old town, Spice Island etc. Nice comfortable room which is above a traditional pub serving (what certainly looked like) great food. Staff were polite and helpful.

We arrived around 1-15pm on Saturday, as luck would have there was a parking space right outside The Wellington. Popped in on the off chance we could collect the parking permit which was offered with the booking. Not only did we get the permit, we were able to check early in and drop our bags as well. Result! Excellent, helpful friendly gentleman on reception who showed us to our room. Our room, room 4, was clean and bright, with a lovely comfortable bed, views of the historic Hot Walls down the road. Tidy compact bathroom, with fresh fluffy clean towels. We didn't eat breakfast at The Wellington. However, The Canteen along the Hot Walls was recommended for breakfast by The Wellington. All in all a very enjoyable overnight stay for a family birthday near by and a nice Sunday morning walk around Old Portsmouth and the beach to watch the Hovercraft arrive.