Royal Clifton Hotel

Hotels
Britannia Hotels
7.4 (5887 reviews)
The Promenade,Southport , Southport , gb

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Uncomfortable room temperatures

Categories

Cleanliness
6.75
Some reviews noted cleanliness issues, mentioning neglected maintenance and unpleasant odors.
Service
8.25
Consistently praised as friendly and attentive, with a seamless check-in experience.
Location
8.25
Conveniently located near attractions, parks, and eateries, providing easy access to amenities.
Room Quality
6.75
Some guests found rooms to be cold and outdated, with a few complaints about maintenance.
Amenities
7.15
Basic amenities offered; some guests desired more variety in bar options.
Value for Money
7.15
Perceived as reasonable for the given location, but not exceptional considering some drawbacks.
Food and Beverage
7.15
Limited feedback on food options; some guests did not try the dining facilities.
Overall Experience
7.75
While there were significant issues for some, many had positive experiences with staff and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 08:42

Property Description

Victorian Elegance and Panoramic Views
Step into a world of Victorian grandeur at the Royal Clifton Hotel, a 3-star gem boasting stunning original architecture and breathtaking coastal views.

Convenient Location and High-Standard Accommodation
Perfectly situated on the promenade, our hotel offers easy access to Liverpool, Chester, North Wales, and the Lake District. Enjoy comfortable and tastefully furnished en suite rooms, ideal for both leisure and business travelers.

Immaculate Gardens and Seafront Views
Relax in style in rooms overlooking the meticulously maintained Kings Gardens and the seafront. The serene ambiance and picturesque surroundings make your stay truly unforgettable.

Book your stay now at the Royal Clifton Hotel and experience luxury, convenience, and tranquility all in one place.

Important information:

Please note, we do not accept any cash payments at this property.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: LPL

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 5887 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.75
Service: 8.25
Location: 8.25
Room Quality: 6.75
Amenities: 7.15
Value for Money: 7.15
Food and Beverage: 7.15
Overall Experience: 7.75
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Karen solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

This is my 3rd time of staying, 1st with my husband, 2nd time great niece, 3rd time mum, me, granddaughter and great niece so variety of ages, we all loved the location, the room and hotel

Cons:

The only thing for us was the breakfast, at £12.50 this is reasonable, but I only eat toast, so £12.50 for toast was high, maybe offer a smaller portion smaller price, or price menu for different options.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller gb
7
Cons:

A lot of water comes out of the sink taps. You should consider to install flow filters on the taps to reduce the flow and save water

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Sara couple gb
8
Enjoyable stay in a great location
Pros:

It's traditional and in a great location at a great price. The breakfast was lovely and friendly staff.

Cons:

Gap in the curtains. Uncomfortable hard mattress and pillows. I didn't sleep well

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Catherine couple gb
8
This is the 2nd time we’ve stayed here and we will return. The hotel is very good value for money for a couple of nights
Pros:

Very good location to walk into town and tourist attractions including Southport little Theatre. Off road parking is great. The large bed was very comfy and the bathroom ( especially the shower)was spacious. We chose to have the hot buffet meal and it was delicious and very good value for money.

Cons:

It needs tidying up externally in front eg planks of wood and large weeds at the front of the property.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Denise solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The whole hotel.had been refurbished and was beautiful.
The rooms were excellent and vey clean.
Exceeded our expectations for a double room that only cost 55 pounds
Will definately be returning

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Pavaldo couple gb
6
Pros:

Excellent location and everything we expected it to be

Cons:

The evening meal was very poor and bland and tasteless

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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MOORE couple gb
10
Enjoyable stay
Pros:

Went out for breakfast

Cons:

It was fine for us

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Jordon couple gb
3
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Stephen solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Kevin couple gb
8
Pros:

Everything was of a good standard , large room with sea view .
Had a great sleep , good value for 2 persons .

Cons:

Problem with water pressure in the morning, unable to get a shower

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Isabella solo_traveller gb
6
Pros:

The location, views and bedroom were lovely.
The majority of the staff were very friendly. We enjoyed the entertainment each evening.
We did enjoy our stay but it wasn't without a few problems.

Cons:

The non existent house keeping. We hadn't realised we were expected to make our own bed, empty bins and clean the bathroom and the room and leave dirty towels and bins outside the door. While the food was ok, it was self service with no facility to order a drink with the meal. One morning we were told at 9.20am that the dining room was closing. I pointed out that it said 9.30 was the cut off point and my husband pointed out that we'd already paid for breakfast. The woman in charge relented and we had a very hurried meal.
There was obviously an insufficient number of staff but with only one exception the rest were very pleasant.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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McEwan couple gb
6
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

Very friendly and fantastic rooms and staff

Cons:

Very clean and everything you need

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Ashley solo_traveller gb
8
Ideal for the flower show and Lord street.
Pros:

Location, staff, and breakfast were the best points. They also accommodated my motability scooter.

Cons:

The bed was probably the smallest double bed you can get.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Dodi09 solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Lovely hotel, clean, easy to find. Good location

Cons:

Single room was really small

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Christine solo_traveller gb
8
A great re vamp going on. Room was great.
Pros:

One thing missing in the lovely new bathroom, is a shelf to keep your toiletries on. Apart from that, bathroom is lovely.

Cons:

All the drawer space you need. Again, great improvement. Only thing was it was very warm and no AC. There was a fan, but in a very nice big room, didn't help too much. Loved our stay and will definitely be back.

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Helen couple gb
7
Great
Pros:

Great room , sea view
Will be back

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Krissie solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Glyn couple gb
10
TV wasn’t working in our room reported it to the reseption it could not be fixed so was moved to another room excellent
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Margaret couple gb
8
Pros:

Good location and very pleasant room overlooking the esplanade

Cons:

No fridge in room and no internal phone

2026-08-25 via Nuitee