Medehamstede Hotel

Hotels
7.6 (717 reviews)
9 Queens Road , Shanklin , gb

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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 717 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
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Duignan • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Duignan • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Jackson • solo_traveller • gb
7
Cons:

Put in the room next to the hallway so was a bit to noisy

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Duignan • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Lynne • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Rooms were clean and pleasant dining room and bar .

Cons:

Lumpy bed, poor sound proofing so noise from neighbours room ( loud plumbing and doors banging).

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Denis • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Perfect location for Shanklin services and town centre.

Cons:

The bed was a little too soft and shower a little compact for my portly size.

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Olena • couple • ua
7
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Supipi • couple • gb
9
2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
8
Little hiking retreat
Pros:

Another decent couple of nights if all you want is a clean comfy bed good shower and a quiet night this is the place for you better than a tent and good value

Cons:

Nowt

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Arun • extended_group • gb
8
Pros:

Old style hotel, but good staff and customer service.
Location is excellent. Breakfast is well organised.
Overall happy experience.

Cons:

It's very old traditional building and carpets in few communal areas stinks.

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Ravi • couple • gb
5
Decent stay, good location, helpful staff
Pros:

An excellent place in terms of location. Got the room at the last moment due to sudden changes of plans, the hotel staff was helpful and pleasing.

Cons:

Bathroom's door and beds (seem like makeshift), TV remote not working. But the room we stayed was a last moment resort, so, was okaish in terms of quick affordability.

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Rezvan • family_with_children • gb
2
Not recommended. Really bad hotel.
Pros:

Tv had Netflix and YouTube.

Cons:

The rooms were dirty, the furnitures were out of date, the rooms had a horrible smell, the drawers came apart, curtains were ripped, wallpaper was peeling off walls, beds were really uncomfortable. We had to pay extra for being in a room with 6 beds as a family of 4. And my sister a family of 5 were put in to 2 separate rooms in order to get more money.

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Ertac • family_with_children • gb
3
Breakfast and staff are amazing hotel lets them down.
Pros:

Both Diane and Maxine were amazing at breakfast. They made us feel very welcome and the customer service was phenomenal. The location of the hotel was good. If it wasn’t for these two ladies I think we would have not stayed. The breakfast was spot on and great value for money.

Cons:

When we arrived we were 9 people, 3 rooms. We did not appreciate that one of the bedrooms was filthy and hadn’t been cleaned, we were given a replacement but we should not have to open our door to our room to see the things I saw. The entire hotel is really dated, needs a complete makeover. The bedrooms have kettles with no water or are you expected to use bathroom tap water? May I suggest removing the kettles completely, removing all chip wall paper that is barely hanging on the walls. Replaster and paint the entire hotel, deep clean the carpets as the stains can be seen and general maintenance. This hotel is in a prime location and as we visit several times a year no less than 7 people each time it’s a shame as “premier inn or travel lodge” both outshine for premises.

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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catherine • solo_traveller • gb
7
Nice. I shall stay again.
Pros:

Friendly warm environment.

Cons:

It was fine.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Bhabindra • couple • gb
7
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Ateeq • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Diana Ionela • family_with_children • gb
5
Pros:

Nice staff

Cons:

Find dirti flor in the room

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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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
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Gajendran • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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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