Royal Inn

Royal Inn

1600 Kendall Ave, Portsmouth, OH 45662, Portsmouth, United States

Guest rating: 2.8 / 5

Royal Inn is a budget lodging option in Portsmouth, Ohio, located at 1600 Kendall Ave with quick access to everyday conveniences and local transit. Amenities are not documented in available sources, so the stay experience is primarily defined by its straightforward, no-frills positioning. For sightseeing, it places guests within a short drive of the Southern Ohio Museum (about 2.5 km) and the Portsmouth Floodwall Mural (about 2.9 km), with Candyland Children’s Museum around 3.2 km away. Outdoor attractions are also reachable by car, including Raven Rock State Nature Preserve (about 7.9 km), Tremper Mound (about 7.5 km), and Earl Thomas Conley Riverside Park (about 7.3 km). Longer nature outings extend toward Shawnee State Forest Headquarters (about 11.3 km) and viewpoints like Copperhead Fire Tower (about 17.9 km), with Turkey Creek Lake roughly 19.4 km away. Nearby dining includes Sonora Mexican Grill Portsmouth (about 0.6 km) and Patties & Pints (about 3.1 km).

Best for

This property may suit travelers who prioritize a low-cost base in Portsmouth and want proximity to everyday services and transit, including the Portsmouth bus station (about 0.5 km away). It can also work as a simple stopover for visitors planning short drives to downtown points of interest such as the Floodwall Mural and the Southern Ohio Museum.

Travel tips

For public transportation connections, Portsmouth (bus station) is about 0.5 km away, and South Shore Amtrak Station is about 2.4 km away. Many key attractions—Southern Ohio Museum, Floodwall Mural, and Candyland Children’s Museum—are within roughly 2.5–3.2 km, making quick drives practical. For air travel, Huntington Tri-State Airport is about 54.7 km from the property.

What guests say

Reviews frequently mention convenience to nearby everyday services, including walkable options for food and shopping. Negative themes are prominent and focus on cleanliness concerns in rooms and bathrooms, including reports of pests and dirty surfaces. Guests also describe maintenance issues and worn room condition. Several comments raise concerns about nighttime noise and the surrounding area feeling uncomfortable or unsafe.

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