Title: Compact, bright and well-equipped. Ideal for solo guests or couples looking for an easy coastal stay close to cafés and the beach. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=50902986&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Compact, bright and well-equipped. Ideal for solo guests or couples looking for an easy coastal stay close to cafés and the beach. Apartment with kitchen, near Gunwharf Quays ## Photo gallery for Compact, bright and well-equipped. Ideal for solo guests or couples looking for an easy coastal stay close to cafés and the beach. ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, high chair - Compact, bright and well-equipped. Ideal for solo guests or couples looking for an easy coastal stay close to cafés and the beach. (Portsmouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50910000/50903000/50902986/b47fe209.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot - Compact, bright and well-equipped. Ideal for solo guests or couples looking for an easy coastal stay close to cafés and the beach. (Portsmouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50910000/50903000/50902986/a6a6043c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, high chair - Compact, bright and well-equipped. Ideal for solo guests or couples looking for an easy coastal stay close to cafés and the beach. (Portsmouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50910000/50903000/50902986/54c9bba6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Compact, bright and well-equipped. Ideal for solo guests or couples looking for an easy coastal stay close to cafés and the beach. (Portsmouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50910000/50903000/50902986/30ecc309.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail - Compact, bright and well-equipped. Ideal for solo guests or couples looking for an easy coastal stay close to cafés and the beach. (Portsmouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50910000/50903000/50902986/55e12149.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of vibrant Southsea, this elegant Art Deco studio is a haven with its Juliet balcony and kitchenette. Enjoy being just 5 minutes' walk to the seafront, surrounded by shops, bars and restaurants. With WiFi and Smart TV for entertainment, you can unwind in comfort. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2226 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Compact, bright and well-equipped. Ideal for solo guests or couples looking for an easy coastal stay close to cafés and the beach. Elegant and bright self contained Art Deco studio in central Southsea. Shops, bars and restaurants right on your door step and just 5 mins walk to seafront. \*Juliet balcony \*Kitchenette with microwave, electric hob, sink, kettle & cooking utensils \*Table & chairs for dining or working \*WiFi \*Smart TV \*En-suite bathroom with shower \*Parking permits available \*Fantastic central location \*Shops, restaurants & bars on your doorstep We are available by phone or message to answer any of your queries and assist with recommendations. Our office hours are; Mon-Sun: 10:00-19:00pm. IMPORTANT If you have an emergency outside of these office hours please leave a message on the answerphone with your name, property you are staying and details of the issue. Answerphone messages are checked and we will respond to emergency situations. If it's a non-emergency issue or question, please send a message via Airbnb. This is a fantastic location for your stay as you are in the middle vibrant Southsea with so much on your doorstep! There is an amazing coffee and cake shop - The Garage Lounge just opposite. There are bars, restaurants, shops, hairdressers, what ever you need all within a stones throw! You are also extremely close to the Kings Theatre and a short distance to the seafront, Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth's historic dockyard or Portsmouth city centre. Access to studio Beautiful 1920s-inspired studio in converted guesthouse. Finished with authentic art deco furnishings and features a Juliet balcony. The studio is a great base for venturing into Southsea and is a lovely space to relax and unwind when you come back. The room includes a comfortable double bed, a kitchenette with stove, microwave and fridge and an adjoining en-suite bathroom. We can provide a travel cot and/or highchair but please advise in advance if these are required, so we can be sure they are available for your stay. Most locations are walkable or taxis are plentiful and cheap. We also have Uber. There are frequent buses running nearby. The nearest train station is Fratton which is a 20 min walk. If you are driving - you will require visitor's permits, which can be purchased for £3 per vehicle, per day via our Digital Guidebook which is sent prior to your stay. Parking is hit and miss as Portsmouth is a little overcrowded with vehicles but you will find a space on the main road or in one of the nearby side roads. Parking permits are required if you’re travelling by car and can be purchased via the Marketplace in the digital guidebook we send to you before your arrival. This is so you can park on-street during your stay. It is not for a personal parking space. A travel cot and/or highchair can also be purchased in advance via the Marketplace in the guidebook and we will ensure they are there for your arrival. Please be mindful of quiet hours between 11pm – 8am. All of our properties are non-smoking as the comfort of our guests is very important to us. If a property has been smoked in we will need to carry out a deep clean to remove the smell which will incur a minimum charge of £100. There is no washing machine in the property, however, a laundrette is less than 5 min walk way. PLEASE NOTE - IF BOOKING FOR 28 DAYS OR MORE A REFUNDABLE DAMAGE DEPOSIT OF £200 WILL BE REQUIRED TO PAY TO THE HOST SEPARATELY & THE CLEANING FEE WILL BE INCREASED TO £56. For your convenience, we provide a starter supply of essential consumables, including toiletries, toilet rolls, and kitchen basics, to help you settle in comfortably. If you require additional supplies during your stay, we kindly ask that you purchase these as needed. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Work spaces - Desk - Office ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near the sea ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 226 square feet ## Similar properties ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117390000/117383500/117383494/2517771c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seaside Escape 2-Bed maisonette Flat - Ev22kwh Southsea - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer £200 includes taxes & fees 19 Dec - 20 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-20&selected=117383494&PinnedHotelID=117383494&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61610000/61609400/61609380/32a396c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bright & Airy Studio with Private Terrace Southsea - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available - Microwave 7.4 Good 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=61609380&PinnedHotelID=61609380&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33593100/33593095/80bfeaae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Roof Terrace Beach at end of road, Private Parking Southsea - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=33593095&PinnedHotelID=33593095&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103500000/103498300/103498230/685d1f69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Open Mind Property - Ensuite Studio in Southsea Southsea - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=103498230&PinnedHotelID=103498230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53850000/53850000/53849925/06bfe1a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New Modern 1 Bedroom Apartment Gosport - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=53849925&PinnedHotelID=53849925&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50910000/50903100/50903010/df8817f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Art Deco studio with private terrace. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Discounts TO Medical Staff Central Studio Bright Art Deco studio in central location Southsea Bright Art Deco studio in central location Apartment Bright Art Deco studio in central location Apartment Southsea 55b94738-0b9f-45c5-bfcf-d751a47a3856 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.78768%2C-1.08295&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=urYHxlfzHEsulZTlWL4VWbRS__0=) Portsmouth, England #### What's nearby - Kings Theatre \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Wedgewood Rooms \- 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - The D-Day Story \- 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - University of Portsmouth \- 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Southsea Castle \- 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles #### Getting around - Portsmouth Fratton Station - 17 min walk - Southampton (SOU) - 30 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪OFFBEET - ‬4 min walk - ‪Teds - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Vaults, Southsea - ‬2 min walk - ‪Desi - Old India Cafe - ‬3 min walk - ‪Arepa 2Go - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Compact, bright and well-equipped. 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Ideal for solo guests or couples looking for an easy coastal stay close to cafés and the beach. Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicola H. 17 Dec 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### So peaceful! A great 2 day stay with faultless communication Despite the last minute booking. Would 100% stay again. Thanks so much dan. ##### Nicola H. 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