Name: Rooms At Carterco
Address: 30 Great Southsea Street, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO5 3BY
Price range: US$121+
Rating: 7.6

Key details

About the Hotel

30 Great Southsea Street, Portsmouth, PO5 3BY

Close to Portsmouth Harbour

Great

8.5

/10

4.5

Loved by Rooms At Carterco guests

Spacious rooms

Comfortable beds

Good value

Pros

Soundproof rooms with city views and flat-screen TVs.

Kitchen options available in some rooms, including microwaves.

Close to Southsea Common Beach (1 km) and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard (2 km).

On-site restaurant with British and European-inspired dishes.

Cons

Southampton Airport is 36 km away.

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Facilities

Rooms At Carterco offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Services

Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Children

Children's menu

Room features

Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Rooms At Carterco Location

30 Great Southsea Street, Portsmouth, PO5 3BY

Map view

City landmarks

Parking area

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

5300 ft

Museum

The Mary Rose Museum

1.1 mi

Landmark

Gunwharf Quays

4300 ft

Tower

Spinnaker Tower

5100 ft

Theatre

New Theatre Royal

3200 ft

Landmark

HMS Victory

1.1 mi

Harbour

Clarence Pier

2900 ft

Castle

Southsea Castle

5100 ft

Event hall

The Wedgewood Rooms

4800 ft

Church

Portsmouth Cathedral

3500 ft

Landmark

HMS Warrior 1860

1.1 mi

Museum

Portsmouth Natural History Museum

1.0 mi

Aquarium

Blue Reef Aquarium Portsmouth

5200 ft

Gallery

Aspex Gallery

4400 ft

Church

Royal Garrison Church

2500 ft

Football Stadium

Fratton Park

1.4 mi

Nearby

Museum

Portsmouth Museum

1500 ft

Restaurants

Pie and Vinyl

500 ft

59-61 Castle Road

Delaneys The Sandwich Bar

700 ft

77B Castle Road Southsea

The Eldon Arms

1200 ft

11-17 Eldon Street Southsea

Shake & Gril

1600 ft

75 Elm Grove

Lin's Thai Cafe

1900 ft

78 Elm Grove Southsea

Andre's Food Bar

2800 ft

54 Osborne Road Southsea

Pizza Go Go

2800 ft

55 Osborne Road

Explore Portsmouth

Portsmouth Museum

6 minutes' walk

History exhibits and local art in a charming museum. Ideal for families and culture seekers, with occasional free admission days.

Spinnaker Tower

19 minutes' walk

Iconic 170-meter tower offers panoramic views of Portsmouth. Great for tourists and vision enthusiasts, with guided tours available.

Gunwharf Quays

16 minutes' walk

Outlet shopping destination featuring designer shops, restaurants, and entertainment facilities. A must for shopping enthusiasts.

HMS Victory

20 minutes' walk

Historic warship and flagship of Admiral Nelson. Rich in maritime history with various tours, ideal for history buffs and families.

Outdoor Adventures at Eastney Beach

10 minutes' drive

Adventure with water sports and beach activities. Rent equipment at nearby shops; perfect for thrill-seekers or family fun.

Relaxation at Southsea Rock Gardens

14 minutes' walk

Beautiful gardens offer a serene environment for leisure and peaceful strolls. Accessible year-round, perfect for relaxation moments.

Pie and Vinyl

2 minutes' walk

Quirky cafe serving gourmet pies and vinyl records. Unique atmosphere with vegan options; reservations recommended during busy hours.

Lin's Thai Cafe

7 minutes' walk

Authentic Thai cuisine in a cozy setting with vegetarian and gluten-free options available; perfect for casual dining.

The Guildhall

10 minutes' walk

Venue hosts concerts and events featuring local and international artists. Family-friendly events and diverse programming available.

Clarence Pier

11 minutes' walk

Seaside amusement park with rides and arcade games. Great fun for families and thrill-seekers; open during summer months.

Getting around

City Centre
Portsmouth 12 min · 3300 ft
Airports
Southampton (SOU) 52 min · 21.3 mi
Bournemouth (BOH) 121 min · 50.0 mi
Train
Portsmouth & Southsea Railway Station 12 min · 3300 ft
Portsmouth And Southsea Railway Station 12 min · 3300 ft
Bus
Bus stop 4 min · 1000 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

from 05:00-10:00

Number of rooms:

Former name

carterco rooms

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Rooms At Carterco from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

Rooms At Carterco is generally considered a good choice for those visiting Portsmouth, with many guests praising the spacious and clean rooms, some of which include a convenient kitchenette. Its location is ideal for exploring, including Pie & Vinyl just down the road. Some guests have noted that soundproofing could be improved. The availability of tea and coffee is a much-appreciated touch.

Review score

Based on 6 verified reviews

7.6 /10

Very good

100%

Recommend

Breakfast

7.5/10

Paid Wi-Fi

10.0/10

Pros

Excellent location

Comfortable bed

Helpful staff

Clean bathroom

Cons

No parking

Small room

Poor windows

Benjamin from Germany

Single

King Room

3 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: December 04, 2025

6/10

a relatively quiet stay

clean room variety drinks unheated bathroom defective lamp

the room was clean i suppose. the bar downstairs serves a variety of drinks, thats ok. it stayed open later on sunday, which we found useful. it was staffed by friendly people.

the bathroom wasnt heated.

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Ella from Spain

Family with children

Deluxe King Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 24, 2026

6/10

cold bathroom small radiator

the bathroom was quite cold the floor especially. the small towel rail could not warm the room enough even when turned on often. i felt cold air coming through the air extraction. the bedroom had one small radiator under the window that turned off at midnight i found this disappointing

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Oscar from Sweden

Family with children

Deluxe Family Room

3 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: January 18, 2026

8.5/10

lovely decorated room

distinct bedrooms comfortable beds high ceilings sea decor

the family accommodation offered two distinct bedrooms. the beds felt insanely comfortable to me. i noticed high ceilings and beautiful light. tasteful sea themed decor completed the look

the doors slammed rather loudly at night. i think arriving guests should be aware of the volume when they are settling in. this woke me up unfortunately

Location

9/10

this place boasts a fantastic location in a charming street. i saw shops, pubs, restaurants, and the harbor close by. it made exploring the area very convenient

Dining

8/10

i enjoyed dining at the ground floor restaurant. it seemed to offer tasty food and a cozy outdoor seating area. having it right there was a plus

Rooms

9/10

the room featured soft towels and a high specification bathroom. i liked that the family room had two separate bedrooms. the beds were notably comfortable to me

Facilities

8/10

a little kitchenette was a bonus even though it lacked a stove. it still provides helpful facilities and amenities to me. i saw that luggage storage was available before departure

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luke from united kingdom

Single

king room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 23, 2025

9/10

spacious room comfortable atmosphere pleasant pub

my room was spacious and had the basic facilities needed. the atmosphere was comfortable. the location was good, with a pleasant pub next door that had great beer.

The doors slam so loudly at night when people arrive in their rooms. It woke me up. the restaurant downstairs wasn't open for dinner or breakfast .

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Frederick from Germany

Single

king room

3 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: November 30, 2025

7/10

good location clean room coffee facilities steep staircase old window bathroom heating

the location was good it was a short walk to nearby attractions. the room was clean and the bed was comfortable. i appreciated the provided tea and coffee making facilities.

the staircase to the entrance was steep and slippery. the windows were old and in need of repair. the bathroom heating did not work properly it was quite cold.

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Alan from United Kingdom

Single

King Room

1 night in October 2025

Reviewed: October 31, 2025

9/10

clean room comfy bed tea selection

The room was clean. The bed was very comfy , and there was a good selection of teas. The location was perfect for my needs.

The doors slam loudly at night , and this woke me up.

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