Medehamstede Hotel

Hotels
7.6 (704 reviews)
9 Queens Road , Shanklin , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Darts
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Kid meals
Evening entertainment
Outdoor furniture
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Value for money
Convenient for exploring
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Basic amenities
Dated property
Food quality concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
5.49
Several complaints about the room cleanliness, including hair found and a dirty shower area.
Service
8.96
Friendly staff and good service noted in multiple reviews.
Location
9
Good location near the beach and local shops, praised across multiple reviews.
Room Quality
6.95
Rooms described as dated and some issues reported, but overall adequate.
Amenities
6.98
Basic amenities provided but some were lacking, such as toiletries.
Value for Money
7.94
Expectations of a budget hotel met, but some guests felt it should be rated lower.
Food and Beverage
7.49
Mixed reviews on food quality, with some dissatisfaction noted.
Overall Experience
7.96
A balance of positive and negative experiences reported led to average satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 15:06

Property Description

Seaside Oasis with Garden Views

Enchanting Rooms: Each room at the Medehamstede Hotel offers an en suite bathroom, TV, and tea/coffee making facilities. Enjoy free WiFi and scenic views of the sea or gardens in select rooms.

Delightful Dining: Indulge in a diverse menu at the on-site restaurant, accommodating special dietary needs. Unwind at the bar with entertainment, bingo, and pub quizzes.

Nature Escapes: Explore America Wood, a Site of Special Scientific Interest, or stroll through the historic Shanklin Chine, both just minutes away.

Experience relaxation and adventure at Medehamstede Hotel – book now for a memorable seaside getaway!

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 704 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.49
Service: 8.96
Location: 9
Room Quality: 6.95
Amenities: 6.98
Value for Money: 7.94
Food and Beverage: 7.49
Overall Experience: 7.96
D
Diana Ionela family_with_children gb
5
Pros:

Nice staff

Cons:

Find dirti flor in the room

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
P
Poonam family_with_children gb
3
Not worth it :(
Pros:

I was so surprised that they don't have lift and they assigned me room on the third floor with two small kids. I asked reception to change my room at ground floor but she refused that rooms are already booked, I booked the hotel few months before but didn't get help.

Cons:

There was no lift so it was so difficult to carry all stuff to room with 2 kids. Nobody helped us to carry the stuff upstairs. According to Money this property is big no no.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
C
catherine solo_traveller gb
7
Nice. I shall stay again.
Pros:

Friendly warm environment.

Cons:

It was fine.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
C
Conceicao family_with_children gb
9
Pros:

It was very good

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
B
Bhabindra couple gb
7
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
F
Francesco solo_traveller gb
3
Not properly cleaned
Pros:

The room was not properly cleaned there were air and ice cream residues

Cons:

Not clean properly

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
A
Ateeq family_with_children gb
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
G
Gajendran family_with_children gb
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Zsuzsanna family_with_children gb
8
Convenient
Pros:

The staff was very kind
The room was well renovated

Cons:

I did not like that we had to wait at our table to be served for breakfast. I would have preferred to help myself.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Prince Adnan family_with_children gb
5
Bien bien
Pros:

La vue de la chambre était parfaite, je pense y’a que sa que on a aimer sinon la distance de l’hôtel a la plage aussi à 10min a pied just parfais. Pas besoin de voiture pour y aller

Cons:

Alors si on parle du prix bah sais parfais, mais si on parle du confort sais pas trop agréable les escaliers que on a du monter pour arriver à notre chambre pas agréable surtout quand vous avez une valise à apporter ainsi avec les enfants pas trop au top. Les couloirs sent d’une odeur comme l’humidité, la Bouilloire dans la chambre remplis de calcaire cela qui nous a pas donner du tous envie de boire du thé. Les coussin pas confortable. La wifi sais comme si elle sers a rien super dure a avoir une connexion stable. Les enfants on pas dormis du tous à cause du bruit de music dont aucune idée dehors ou dans l’hôtel pour un samedi soir. Parking attention pas de parking pour l’hôtel dans la rue pas de sécurité du tous ainsi heure entre 8h et 18h payant en débit de cette heure gratuit donc pas agréable si vous décider de garer la voiture a l’hôtel et aller à la plage à pied.

2026-01-15 via Nuitee
D
Deborah solo_traveller gb
8
2025-11-07 via Nuitee
C
Carl solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

presented and welcoming hotel would expect from a nice area of main isle of white close to attractions. Recommend staying for the food also put on.

Cons:

appliance mounted in room didn't match

2025-11-03 via Nuitee
J
Joshua family_with_children gb
7
Comfortable stay - shame about the fire alarm.
Pros:

Comfortable room - good location - nice breakfast.

Cons:

Electrical fault caused fire alarm in the early hours of the morning. Although it was dealt with well, it was quite worrying for my children.

2025-11-01 via Nuitee
R
Roshan couple gb
10
2025-10-30 via Nuitee
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Shane couple gb
2
Maybe look arround before commiting... unless desperite.
Pros:

Would keep us dry from the wheather if it rained.

Cons:

Beds smelt very odd.
Soap provided for cleaning your body was horrible.
Rooms need to be cleaned better due to large hair ball stuck to my friends sock while walking arround the room so we wore our trainers.
Shower area dirty.
Breakfast food quality wasnt nice at all.

We paid £70 pounds for 1 night including breakfast. Which we know is cheap and star rating was a 2 but did expect it to be alot better.

In my opinion this should be a 0.5 star hotel.

2025-10-29 via Nuitee
I
Ian couple gb
10
Pros:

Nice hotel , very friendly staff . This was my second stay at the Medehamstede, and both times have been very good. Conveniently placed to explore Shanklin and beyond. The evening entertainment was always a joy to come back to after a day exploring the island, and the breakfast set up was very well organised

2025-10-15 via Nuitee
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graeme solo_traveller gb
10
2025-10-12 via Nuitee
L
Luana partner
10
Pros:

Had a great stay here. Bonus was the entertainer in the bar area (Jules). Comfy sitting areas around hotel. Bed and pillows comfy with good hot water in shower. Staff were also excellent and very helpful.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
A
Andrew
10
Pros:

Ive stayed here quite a few times now if you want a clean quiet comfy room with a good hot shower friendly staff in a good location at a fair price this is the place for you cheers guys see you soon

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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Ashfaq family_with_children gb
5
Pros:

Value for money - you get what you pay for!
Location was good, not too far from the beach, 10-15min walk.

Cons:

Very basic hotel but expected. Rate it a 2 star.

2025-10-01 via Nuitee