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The Champs

3.0 star property
Family-friendly guesthouse with free breakfast and free local area shuttle

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

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Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
Minibar (some free items)
LCD TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View, Poolside

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Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
Minibar (some free items)
LCD TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout curtains
  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View

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Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
Minibar (some free items)
LCD TV
Clothes dryer
Sofa bed - king
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
Blanca Heights, Portsmouth

What's nearby

  • Coconut Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Indian River - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Cabrits National Park - 12 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Batibou Beach - 26 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Mero Beach - 27 min drive - 26.3 km

Getting around

  • Marigot (DOM-Douglas - Charles) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • â€ȘShawarma King - ‬9 min walk
  • â€ȘPurple Turtle Beach Club - ‬5 min drive
  • â€ȘKeepin' It Real - ‬10 min drive
  • â€ȘLe Flambeau - ‬12 min walk
  • â€ȘRiverside Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Champs

Family-friendly guest house near Indian River
Located close to Fort Shirley, The Champs provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, 2 beach bars and a poolside bar. Adventurous travellers may like the horse riding and hiking/biking trails at this guest house. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 2 hot springs or hot tub, and indulge in a massage or a manicure/pedicure. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant The Champs, offers breakfast, dinner and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and shopping on-site.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A free local area shuttle, concierge services and multilingual staff
  • A TV in reception, a water dispenser and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and minibars (stocked with some free items).
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 20-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, fridges and coffee/tea makers

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10 AM
  • 2 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant The Champs

Things to do

  • 2 hot springs
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 16 ÂșC
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 20-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 55 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Hot springs access available from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Champs Hotel
Champs Hotel Portsmouth
Champs Portsmouth
Comfortel De Champ Hotel Portsmouth
The Champs, Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Dominica/Portsmouth
Champs House Portsmouth
Champs Guesthouse Portsmouth
The Champs Guesthouse
The Champs Portsmouth
The Champs Guesthouse Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

Does The Champs have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Champs pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Champs?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Champs?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Champs?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does The Champs provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 55 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Champs located?

This family-friendly Portsmouth guesthouse is located by the ocean, 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Indian River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Fort Shirley and Toucari Bay. Cold Soufriere and Batibou Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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The Champs Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Another brilliant stay, warm staff and very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

We really enjoyed the stay for many reasons. We felt safe and welcome there.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

The staff a excellent very friendly. Meals are cooked to order so on occasions you do have to be paitent!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10

Customer service was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

Small hotel about 1 hour drive from airport and 1 hour drive to the city, it was an overall pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10

Hotel was nice for the price. Staff was very helpful and accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10

Overall, the hotel was lovely. Incredible view. Friendly staff. The food was amazing. Rooms were clean. Pool area was very nice. However, this place had many children - families from Europe. Most used the pool during the day and were extremely loud. And then during the evening dining experience, since it wasn't a large place, the children were loud during dinner. The loudness became a theme of the stay. For a solo traveler, this was a bit annoying. If you aren't going to be around during the day and have your own transportation, this place is great. I did walk down to a local restaurant and to the beach - it was super quiet. The walk back up the hill is steep but not that bad.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

I love this place , very warm welcoming staff , and the food was awesome. I’m going back simply because of this amazing place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10

Water was not very warm to bathe but apart from that very nice and extremely friendly owners and staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Very friendly and helpful staff...
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10

This property is fantastic! Clean, quiet with fantastic views looking out to see. Great views of the sunset.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Perfect place to go to Portsmouth. The staff and owners are so incredibly accommodating and nice. They really made our stay the best! It also had a personal touch without feeling forced. I’m also delighted to see a place honour the VIP Access benefits for Gold Members. The upgrade was incredible, and the wine selection came with options. Thank you for having us, it was a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

I absolutely loved staying here. First time leaving US and I'm glad I picked this place. Girls are ao friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Everything was great ! And the view is Just wow ! Sunset there is mindblowing ! Rooms are perfect, and its good to have breakfast and dĂźner there
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Quiet and comfortable atmosphere. Great view of the sea and mountains. Tamara (staff) was incredibly warm, helpful and welcoming. She ensured I had everything that I needed. The room was huge, clean and cozy and well maintained. I appreciated the peaceful surroundings. Hotel Champs is an excellent choice for travelers seeking an affordable, quiet stay. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Little gem in Portsmouth, with ocean views and good food. By Caribbean standards, it would be 10/10 rating. Room is big, matresses OK, staff super friendly and helpful. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10

The champs had a spectacular view that you must eat or stay at to view Portsmouth. The chef and hotel staff were all nice and helpful. Able to get us taxi when needed and arrived to get us to and from our destination.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10

Beautiful views. Peaceful atmosphere. Excellent customer service.

8/10

Very authentic Dominican experience. Small boutique hotel with friendly staff. Would have loved to see fresh colorful paint to have the exterior and interior match the wonderful, clean and friendly environment we've experienced. Would definitely come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

Good and pleasant small hotel. Very friendly staff, good breakfast, nice swimming pool, reasonably good restaurant, great sunset view from the little terrace in front of my room. My WiFi worked perfectly, as did the AC and fridge. Did not try the tv. Shower and towels may need an upgrade in some years.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10

People.

10/10

We loved the location and views over the sea. The owners and their staff were all wonderful. So friendly and kind. It felt like chatting friends. We ate there every evening as every meal we had was excellent and very delicious. Breakfasts everyday were very good with a nice choice of eggs. The pool is small but perfectly adequate for a swim and cool down. The decking area and sunloungers around the pool were lovely. I had a nice day flopping there. The pool water was quite cold though. We would look to staying here again, should we return to Dominica as we enjoyed it so much
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

What a place! This small property only has 5 rooms, all with hammocks and balcony space overlooking the sea. Wifi and A/C worked great throughout my stay (though I didn't need to use the a/c very often). Delicious free breakfast and other meals available on request, with menus changed daily based on culinary inclinations of chefs. Special shout out to Tammy and Sabrina for the tender loving care infused in all their delicious meals! Picard beach and several eating options are about a 15 minute walk, though note, the property is high up a steep hill, so not recommended for walking if you're not particularly in shape nor if lugging heavy luggage. Overall, a fantastic stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

I enjoyed my stay at The Champs, particularly from Room 2 with amazing views of the sea, town and beautiful sunsets. The staff were incredible, always checking up on you. Hosts, particularly Lise, were very friendly and helpful in proposing island tours, reserving taxis etc. It felt very homely and comfortable. The cuisine was more western but local fish available and the hearty cooked breakfast was enough to keep me going all day, as was their delicious pizzas. As others have noted, hotel is situated at the top of a very steep hill - walk up and down once is sufficient. Local taxis are very cheap are as local mini buses (one kind driver brought me uphill to The Champs). This side of the island has more black sand volcanic beaches which I didn't like very much so would go to the other side next time for the beautiful white sands. Fort Shirley is worth exploring and stop at the Purple Turtle Beach Club for amazing views by the sea. There is also an indigenous region worth visiting and Dominica has 365 rivers and endless waterfalls to explore. I loved my short visit and hope to return, perhaps take the ferry to Guadeloupe.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022