Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 124 min drive
Restaurants
The Wyke Smugglers - 6 min drive
Royal Portland Arms - 16 min walk
Codfathers Fish & Chip Shop - 5 min drive
Subway - 6 min drive
The New Star Inn - 14 min walk
About this property
The Aqua
Hotel near Chesil Beach
You can look forward to free English breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and laundry facilities at The Aqua. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a conference center.
Other perks include:
Self parking (surcharge), wedding services, and luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and 1 meeting room
A front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and a banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms at The Aqua include comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booking after 4 PM for check-in on the same day must contact this property to confirm the reservation.
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between December 22 and January 3.
Access methods
Private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Aqua Hotel Portland
Aqua Portland
The Aqua Hotel
The Aqua Portland
The Aqua Hotel Portland
Frequently asked questions
Is The Aqua pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Aqua?
Self parking is available for a fee. Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at The Aqua?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at The Aqua?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Aqua located?
Situated in Portland, this beach hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Weymouth Bay and Portland Castle. Dorset and East Devon Coast and Portland Harbour are also within 15 minutes.
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The Aqua Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 189 reviews
10 - Excellent
54
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 189 reviews
8 - Good
84
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 189 reviews
6 - Okay
36
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 189 reviews
4 - Poor
9
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 189 reviews
2 - Terrible
6
8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10
Good location for Portland Harbour watersports and good value for money given a full breakfast was included in the price
John
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Were very wel oming
KAREN
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
8/10
Clean, comfortable and friendly. All good
Kevin
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
Excellent breakfast, room was spotless. Team friendly and helpful
Elaine
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
6/10
Overall a nice stay, there could be some improvements but good value for stay. Ideal for short stays
Ozlem
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
8/10
Budget hotel but very clean, helpful and friendly staff and a very good breakfast.
Ian
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
8/10
Staff shortages meant cafe and bar were not open. Staff that were there were lovely and helpful. Breakfast was good with a full buffet.
Susanne
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
6/10
No view at all from our room ,no food other than breakfast which was average at best ,short on staff ,area had limited facilities ,but manager was very helpfull & did all he could to make our stay as good as he could
Terry
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
4/10
Bar ok. Room was a bit spartan. Lino on the floors, no carpet. A noisy extractor fan that keeps you awake. Good location close to the sailing academy.
Andrew
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
8/10
Martin did everything what he could for everybody to feel comfortable..
Janos
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
6/10
Room was clean but basic. Not much to do in the immediate area but handy for the sea. Breakfast was available if a bit ramshackle as not adequately monitored to ensure there was sufficient food. Had to ask for them to replenish coffee and hot food.
Robert
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
Staff were very amiable and courteous. My case was Carried up to My room . Which was then and changed to the lower Floor as the Syairs were too much for Me . This was My second visit and would definately recommend. I will be back around the end of the year.
Mairi Thèrèse
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
8/10
Just ok
Wasim
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
6/10
Hotel is in a secluded location but is quiet and easy to get to free parking with limited spaces. Lots of activities nearby and places to visit. The hotel exterior looks old but the interior is all modern the room seem to be newly modernised although the beds are are soft and bouncy. Service was ok there is a really cute receptionist. Install a carbon monoxide alarm in there is a kettle in the room with tea and coffee but no biscuits. The shower is a beard too cumbersome to use the water didn't appear to get too hot. Breakfast was a full English but disappointing to see there was no pastries or cakes.
Ian
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
6/10
Clean, quiet, staff seem friendly enough and it’s very different to hotels I’ve been to in the past.
Tracey
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
4/10
Dyrt i forhold til hvad man får for pengene. Beskidt på værelset, ikke særlig god morgenmad og elendige parkeringsforhold. Alt - alt - for få pladser tilknyttet hotellet. P vagter tjekker alle ugens syv dage. Måske kan man få en plads, men så skal der betales.
Michael
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
Javiera
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
10/10
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
8/10
Sally
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
8/10
Basic hotel, Clean, welcoming, but sadly the restaurant was closed due to staff shortages. Breakfast good staff helpful. Very well located for access to the dockyard/port.
Parking easy.
Richard
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
8/10
David
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
8/10
Michael
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10
Friendly staff very clean great view very nice all round..