Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Non-smoking throughout
Board games/puzzles
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Beautiful views
Exceptional location
Cons:
WiFi issues
High prices for meals
Cold room on arrival

Categories

Cleanliness
8.43
The room was cold upon arrival with an open window, indicating a lack of attention to cleanliness and preparation.
Service
9.9
Staff were praised as friendly, helpful, and quick to resolve issues, indicating excellent service.
Location
10
Exceptional location mentioned multiple times, enhancing overall experience.
Room Quality
9.44
Rooms are described as beautifully designed and spacious with great views.
Amenities
8.89
Basic amenities were present; however, some breakfast and restaurant service aspects could be improved.
Value for Money
8.42
Some reviews pointed out high restaurant prices and limited food variety, impacting perceived value for money.
Food and Beverage
8.88
Breakfast was great, but evening meal selection and prices could use improvement.
Overall Experience
9.63
Overall experience rated positively with multiple aspects highlighted, despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 13:30

Property Description

Prime Location:
Located just 18 km from Blackgang Chine, The Albion offers a convenient stay near top attractions. Explore the nearby Needles Old Battery and Hurst Castle for a memorable experience.

Modern Amenities:
Experience comfort and convenience with air conditioning, TV, and a private bathroom in every room. Enjoy the added luxury of a balcony in select rooms, along with free toiletries and a fridge for your comfort.

Exceptional Services:
Indulge in room service, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi during your stay at this 4-star hotel. With free private parking and a non-smoking environment, The Albion ensures a hassle-free and enjoyable visit.

To book your stay at The Albion and enjoy these amenities, visit our website now.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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.
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: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 316 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.43
Service: 9.9
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.44
Amenities: 8.89
Value for Money: 8.42
Food and Beverage: 8.88
Overall Experience: 9.63
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Laura • solo_traveller • gb
8
Exceeded expectations
Pros:

The rooms was spacious, the bathroom was amazing with two shower heads and I really enjoyed the bathroom lighting, as the side lights made the evening wind down more enjoyable. The view from our room up the beach was spectacular.

The restaurant had a great view and lovely menu.

Cons:

It would have neen better if the bar area was larger/better link to the relaxation room, so that a drink in the evening had more of a vibe than reading room. This made it feel lile it was aimed to an older cliente, but nothing else felt like that.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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alun • couple • gb
9
Lovely stay right by the sea!
Pros:

Location and room was brilliant

Cons:

Breakfast - food and staff could have been better.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Kate • family_with_children • gb
7
Pros:

Amazing location, nice helpful staff, nice aesthetic.

Cons:

Moved rooms to one without a view and charged the same amount, terrible smell in the room (faulty aircon I think) that I reported twice and wasn't handled. Family room was set up for two people (e.g. only two lots of beach towels etc). Family room also backed onto a noisy bar. Breakfast was Ok, but not amazing. All in would be acceptable at a lower price, but too many small things missed/not done well for £400 per night. Really wanted this to be my go to mini-break place, but don't think I will be back.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • couple • gb
10
Great experience
Pros:

The hotel was beautifully decorated, modern, and very clean. The rooms were all amazing, spacious, and comfortable. Overall, I had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend

Cons:

It was all good

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Rosalind • couple • gb
9
Beautiful location, room was excellent with a great view, friendly attentive staff
Pros:

The service The Albion provided was friendly and efficient, the taxi service they provide is excellent.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Tugce • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Amie • extended_group • gb
8
Loved The Albion would come back in a heartbeat.
Pros:

The location, design, quality of rooms and spaces within the hotel were fantastic. So was the restaurant. Fabulous food.

Cons:

The only let-down was breakfast, it must have been a different catering team to lunch and dinner. Poor quality of food and awful coffee.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • couple • gb
6
Lovely hotel and room. Breakfast disappointing.
Pros:

The location was amazing. The room was large.

Cons:

The breakfast was not run efficiently. Everyday there was something not there - no clean cups, run out of hot water to make a cup of tea. No teapots, no bananas, no fruit juice.

The choice for gluten free was also quite limited.

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Williams • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The whole hotel has been refurbished and is fantastically clean with modern styles, the service was great, the views from the balcony are breathtaking

Cons:

Nothing what so ever, will definitely recommend and I will be returning

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Mehmet • couple • gb
8
I had a lovely stay at this hotel for the half term getaway with my wife and 4 year old son.
Pros:

The location was the best. It had a nice view. It was clean and the staff were very friendly

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Kangjie • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

outside view

Cons:

5 rooms with the same view, 2 with bathtub and 3 without. I booked this hotel for the bathtub, but it was not assigned upon check-in, and I was not informed in advance. Hard to find a clear description during booking.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Giles • solo_traveller • gb
6
Very average. Poor value for money.
Pros:

Right on the beach

Cons:

Service like the uk 50 years ago, a bit sloppy. Breakfast very poor (everything overcooked, poor selection, and when we turned up there were no cups, spoons, juice, etc). One toilet role, which ran out. Room was good however. The Rock restaurant good in the evening.

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Heidi • couple • gb
9
we returned as its such a lovely place
Pros:

Breakfast was ample

Cons:

everything was absoultley fine so nothing to complain about

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • gb
10
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Natalie • family_with_children • gb
10
Island luxury with unrivalled views and amazing staff!
Pros:

We had an amazing time at the Albion during our round the island coastal walk. They were happy to let us leave bags in reception when we walked up to the Needles and nothing was too much trouble. Heather was extremely helpful and made sure we had a room with a beautiful view. She also gave us a list of taxis when we set off early on our walk to avoid the heat. The staff at the Rock restaurant were equally lovely and kindly rescheduled our meal time when requested. Can’t recommend the hotel enough for a bit of island luxury with amazing views!

Cons:

We loved it all!

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Angela • solo_traveller • gb
10
Wonderful stay
Pros:

Views stunning
Meal in resturant excellent
Staff lovely ...Shelly the waitress was an absolute credit to the establishment .

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent hotel, beautiful room!
Pros:

Bar and restaurant, location, helpful staff and amazing comfy bed!!

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • couple • gb
9
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Lynne • couple • gb
9
Very pleased with our stay, excellent breakfast, very friendly staff
Pros:

Modern & liked being near the sea

Cons:

Would have preferred some more wardrobe space
Hooks for coats would have been good

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Ness • couple • gb
9
Relaxing and enjoyable stay.
Pros:

All staff were attentive and friendly. Food was delicious!

Cons:

We stayed in an accessible room which was great, however the bed was very high and the toilet extremely low, so it made life difficult as someone with mobility issues.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee