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Reviews of The Ferryman Art Deco studios in central Southsea

16 Victoria Road South, Portsmouth, PO5 2BZ, United Kingdom

#6 of 25 B&Bs and Inns in Portsmouth

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Review score

Based on 329 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 9 June 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The walls are like paper & was woken up early by people who obviously live in the building going to work etc The main front door to the building lock was also defective & locked open

    Location location - nice comfortable room

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    7.0
    Ok, pricy for what it is. Kitchenette unnecessary.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The security was lax. The front door was permanently open, seemed no way to close it. Couldn’t find a communal light switch for the back of the first floor besides the one next to the room (3). The remote check in process was laborious, lots of emails. £80 deposit (still not got back yet) was a surprise. Payment didn’t work and lots of rules telling grandma how to suck eggs, though I’m guessing not everyone knows how to behave in rented accommodation. Besides this, I’d probs come back. Oh, it’s a tad over priced too. Forgot about that.

    The room, or studio was a good size with a kitchenette. A huge family size fridge freezer, tiny kettle, a microwave and a sink. There was a balcony too. Bed was soft. Furniture was upscalled charity shop utilitarian items from the 40s.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The toilet had a bit of mould and smell, but all in all a minor defect.

    Nicely sized apartment, good position and well cleaned. Beautiful kitchenette and view. The staff answered quickly and were very helpful. Easy check-in. The Parking permit option was really easy and helpful, all in all a very solid option for a stay in Portsmouth!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2024

    8.0
    Lovely presented apartment with a real balcony
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    As so often happens the TV was a pain. I really could not get any channels. It was on but just could not get the usual channels such as BBC1, ITV, etc. Got some obscure ones but....

    It is based in a great location with lots of restaurant choices and sights within a short walking distance. The outside balcony was what I really liked. Cute shower come toilet room. Perfect for an overnight stay and having your own limited cooking facilities was a bonus.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2023

    8.0
    Nice stay in quiet area
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Doesn’t have elevator

    Location was good

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 November 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Amount of emails and messages

    Clean studio and nicely decorated

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Internet kept dipping in and out room 3, manged to check in but not out, as no staff had to phone to check out, also once home went on Internet to check out, very cold no heater in cupboard as instructed in manual, radiator in bathroom but couldn't turn on, radiator in room just inside door worked but badly placed as heat straight out the door, no mop in bathroom things in cupboards in kitchen above cooker too high, no safety step to reach them making them unusable, kettle too small and lead not long enough, no usb port for charging, wobbly toilet seat on arrival, I feel personal touch of checking a room before guests arrive has gone out the window, personal service disappeared in the old days a handyman would visit and fix any issues whilst you were at your accommodation or when you were out and you would return to issue having been sorted

    Close to KingsTheatre, nice curry house close by

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 October 2023

    7.0
    Great stay in attractive studio apartment in a great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom had an unpleasant odour.

    It was a nice large studio in a great location

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2023

    9.0
    Very good. Stay here!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean. Easy to access. Local to the night life

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was warm but that was not a reflection of the accommodation. However, there was no key for the patio door which was a slight concern due to there being a fire escape off of the patio. It is not an accommodation for anyone elderly or with a disability as there are only, quite narrow, stairs to climb.

    The layout of the studio is good with plenty of room. The facilities were adequate for the stay. The patio was an added bonus as the room was so warm during the heatwave, it was nice to sit outside during the evening.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perhaps time for a new bed.

    Good location,nice decor,nice and clean.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If I had to nit pick we found the bed a bit small but we are used to super king-size.

    Perfect for visiting relatives in Southsea. Modern, clean and comfortable accommodation.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking is a small problem.

    Location was perfect, very clean everything we needed in the room.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom was wet

    Prompt response from the personnel

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2023

    9.0
    Great situation for seeing the area
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Up two flights, some noise. Cumbersome online system for parking and booking that seemed to go on a bit! Nice people though - who gave the personal touch to the system when contacted.

    Great decor, very neat and light, pleasant. Quite compact but everything there you need.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2023

    7.0
    Generally a good stay in a very good facility, central and accesible to the delights of Southsea
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Communication could have been better. The emails asked to reply above "#", whereas it should have been through the link provided. I had no response to two messages that I sent regarding the light in the bedroom - the night light was so bright that I could read by it and there was no obvious way to turn it off. If this could not be resolved it would prevent me from booking here again as it prevented me from getting a decent sleep.

    The facilities within the appartment were in good order and a little different to what I expected. The balcony space was better than I hoped for, and knowing the area I was very pleased as to how quiet and peaceful it was. The detail provided was extensive and covered all issues that were relevant to me. The parking availability was better than I anticipated, and I would suggest that it be made known that the zone restriction covered a wide area and thus there were no problems in parking near the apartment, nor elsewhere in zone MD

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    7.0
    It was okay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio
    • Stayed 17 nights

    Poor frequency of changing bedsheets

    Self-catering facilities

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Toilet flush.

    Not applicable

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2023

    9.0
    Pleasant room in convenient location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was a security light above the bed that glowed green all night making sleep awkward

    Good location good parking facilities the room was clean and spacious with everything we needed for a weekend stay the kitchen unit was ideal

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed bugs

    Location

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    No air con.

    Good locations, smooth check in. nice feel and good facilities.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2023

    8.0
    Very happy
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking was tricky and had to pay extra for that.

    Location was great, Room was spotlessly clean and fresh.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2023

    8.0
    Beautiful, well appointed room and veranda
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the bed was a bit too bouncy. The wet room shower was super but then you had a wet floor when using the loo. kettle too small though.

    well appointed and lovely veranda. nice shower. full sized fridge & freezer and kitchen facilities was great

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stairs are steep and narrow so a struggle with bags. Parking information is not clear for international tourists.

    Location. Basic cooking facilities available. Reasonable sizes room.

    Stayed in May 2023

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