The Veteran Hotel & Bar

Hotels
8.4 (544 reviews)
15 Esplanade , Ryde , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Nightclub
Non-smoking rooms
Ironing service
Darts
Karaoke
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Board games/puzzles
Shared kitchen
Evening entertainment
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly Staff
Great Location
Cons:
Noisy at times
Stairs

Categories

Cleanliness
7.91
Multiple mentions of cleanliness; some complaints about dirty windows.
Service
8.88
Consistently mentioned as friendly and helpful.
Location
8.92
Great location near ferry and bus stations, highly praised.
Room Quality
8.17
Rooms were clean and comfy but some had noise issues.
Amenities
8.4
Communal facilities and bar are well appreciated.
Value for Money
8.26
Good value as highlighted in multiple reviews.
Food and Beverage
8.41
Bar and drinks received positive mentions.
Overall Experience
8.28
Overall satisfaction with the stay; many would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 04:39

Property Description

Charming Accommodation near Ryde Beach

Convenient Amenities: Enjoy free WiFi, a shared lounge, and a lively bar at The Veteran Hotel & Bar.

Comfortable Rooms: Relax in non-smoking rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, kitchenettes, and cozy furnishings.

Exciting Activities: Have a blast with karaoke nights and dart games, or explore nearby attractions like Osborne House and Dinosaur Isle.

Ready to experience a delightful stay at The Veteran Hotel & Bar?

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 8.60 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for £5 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for £15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 544 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.91
Service: 8.88
Location: 8.92
Room Quality: 8.17
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 8.26
Food and Beverage: 8.41
Overall Experience: 8.28
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Charlie • solo_traveller • gb
5
Good hotel just hidden suprises
Pros:

Lovely staff and brilliant rooms. Shame about the loud music below

Cons:

Loud music till 12:30am and loud karaoke but was slightly expected. Was woken up by a random person followed by police banging on our door at 04:20 looking for the manager which wasnt great.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Michaela • couple • gb
8
Veterans hotel
Pros:

Ideal location to transportation around the island. Room was plenty big for the two of us ! Easy check in and out, water provided which was lovely as well as tea and coffee.
Really liked the seperate entry.

Cons:

Unfortunately due to being on the main road the street lamp shines straight into the bedroom. Also during our stay the pub below had entertainment night which could be heard upstairs.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Debora • couple • ch
10
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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M Yolanda • couple • es
7
Muy bien situado. Habitaciones limpias.
Pros:

Ubicación

Cons:

Ruido por las noches del bar, con música en directo.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Margaux • solo_traveller • gb
8
Très bien, mais il ne faut pas avoir le sommeil léger à cause du bruit
Pros:

La chambre était très confortable, l’emplacement idéal

Cons:

Les fenêtres étaient assez fine, donc pas mal de bruit venant de la rue pendant la nuit

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Jana • family_with_children • de
10
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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LELEMIE • solo_traveller • gb
8
amazing stay
Pros:

proximity to any mode of transportation

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Vigneshwar • couple • gb
9
2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Shoba • couple • gb
8
Definitely recommend this hotel for price , staff friendliness , good facilities and great scenic vies
Pros:

On the esplanade.. easy access to transport and shops

Cons:

Bit of noise from pub

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
8
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Helena • solo_traveller • gb
7
Comfortable stay on Esplanade
Pros:

Easy check in, comfortable clean room, great location on the front.

Cons:

Wifi connection keot cutting out on phone

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • gb
9
Comfortable, convenient, clean
Pros:

Convenient location.

Cons:

Steep stairs.

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Dave • couple • gb
3
disappointed/ups and downs !
Pros:

Staff were great

Cons:

Another resident defecated along corridor, outside our room and made a mess in the shared bathroom. A foul smell from his room filled the corridor. Staff were fantastic and cleaned up. Understand the nature of the place is to help/accommodate service veterans and they do an amazing job the ex. armed forces but not what is expected when paying a premium price for a long weekend. Unfortunately will not be staying at the place again.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
9
Very comfortable and very convenient location
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Aaron • couple • gb
9
Great hotel in a good spot as long as you dont have young kids or are a light sleeper
Pros:

Amazing facilities, shared kitchen and lounge/dining area was really good. Great location.

Cons:

The one drunk guy who was screaming outside half hour after the pub downstairs closed!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-01-01 • via Nuitee
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Mark • extended_group • us
9
Value stay for Isle of Wight
Pros:

Given the known quantity of a shared bathroom. Everything was great. Clean rooms, coffee and tea, and very nice staff. I highly recommend this location.

Cons:

Narrow hallway outside of room. Windows in the room could use better insulation. All minor issues.

2025-12-27 • via Nuitee
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Stamp • solo_traveller • gb
10
2025-12-20 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • gb
10
Pros:

The latest of several stays. A lovely place to stay - both internally AND locational too.
The kitchen & dining room included. Spotless. I will stay again, in the New Year.

Cons:

There was Nothing, I did NOT like

2025-12-15 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

All.

Cons:

None.

2025-12-05 • via Nuitee