Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Comfort and decor concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
5.58
Reviews indicated issues with cleanliness, including stained sheets and a filthy bathmat.
Service
8.55
Staff were described as friendly, accommodating, and helpful.
Location
9.09
Great location mentioned multiple times, close to the beach and various amenities.
Room Quality
6.54
Rooms had great views but also noted some issues with comfort and tired furnishings.
Amenities
7.07
Indoor pool and breakfast included added value; however, issues were raised regarding additional charges for some amenities.
Value for Money
7.53
Good value for some aspects, but extra fees impacted overall value perception.
Food and Beverage
8.08
Breakfasts were reported as good, with a decent selection.
Overall Experience
7.55
Generally positive stays, although some guests had significant issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 05:51

Property Description

Seafront Location and Amenities
Located in Sandown on the Isle of Wight, the Royal Pier offers a prime seafront location. Guests can enjoy the indoor heated swimming pool, spa pool, 2 bars, and Wi-Fi access. With easy access to the town centre just a 2-minute walk away, convenience is at your fingertips.

Comfortable Rooms with Stunning Views
Each room at the Royal Pier is equipped with an en suite bathroom, TV, and tea/coffee making facilities. For a touch of luxury, some rooms offer panoramic sea views, providing a picturesque backdrop for your stay.

Delicious Breakfast and Dietary Options
Start your day with a hearty breakfast served in the spacious dining room, featuring a full English breakfast. Vegetarian options and special dietary requirements are also available upon request, ensuring a tailored dining experience for all guests.

Book your stay at the Royal Pier now for a memorable seaside getaway!

Important information:

Kindly note that children can only be accommodated in the bedroom Family Room. The hotel will not honor bookings made for children in any other room type.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 5 years old to 8 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 567 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.58
Service: 8.55
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 6.54
Amenities: 7.07
Value for Money: 7.53
Food and Beverage: 8.08
Overall Experience: 7.55
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Kalina • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Scott • solo_traveller • gb
8
Fantastic
Pros:

Friendly staff and great location

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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nathalie • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

L'emplacement
Le personnel très serviable
Le bal avec l'orchestre ambiance très sympa

Cons:

Pas de wifi dans les chambres

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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lalita • solo_traveller • gb
4
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Petra • couple • gb
3
The Royal Pier Hotel is tired and over priced.
Pros:

It is at the end of the pier only a few metres from the beach. The check-in and breakfast staff were charming. We did not use the pool so cannot comment on that.

Cons:

For the same price as the Premier Inn 30m away you get a small room on a noisy street. The TV is about A3 size. They had ‘run out’ of fans. There was no hairdryer. It was not clean. There is loud live music every night until 11pm. Breakfast is served only between 0830-0930, the menu is limited and they only serve instant coffee. The carpets and decor are decades old. The Travelodge in Ryde was less than half the price, cleaner, had the fan on prior to our arrival and was more comfortable.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Michie • solo_traveller • gb
3
Pros:

Not a lot

Cons:

No atmosphere at all seemed to much trouble to ask anything

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Chase • couple • gb
3
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Lemarquand • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Good vibes with live music. Good location right by the pier

Cons:

Very small bathroom, sink in the actual bedroom. Small television in the room. Loud noises in the morning. Very confusing layout.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great value
Pros:

Although a very old seaside hotel, Very clean, all paintwork crisp and fresh. Nice helpful staff. Breakfast super efficient with table service. Not the sort of place I'd normally stay as probably aimed at older people on holiday, but no complaints from me.

Cons:

I liked everything about my visit

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Nataliia • solo_traveller • gb
10
A Warm Welcome in an Amazing Seaside Location
Pros:

Very friendly staf, we felt welcome from the moment we arrived. The location is amazing, so close to the sea. We loved the bar area, where they showed the England football match. It was great to enjoy the game without having to go anywhere else. The beds were very comfortable and had good-quality mattresses, which was especially important for my mum. I hope I’ll be able to book another stay there sometime, perhaps with a sea-view room next time.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Michele Rogalin • extended_group • nz
8
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Kirsty • solo_traveller • gb
9
Solo traveller, weekend stay
Pros:

Staff were really really helpful
Also liked that you could have dinner (at a fixed time, and had to be preordered)
Outside area.
Entertainment in the evening.
Good for the price.

Cons:

Room could have been cleaner - dust in some areas
But housekeeping daily was a bonus

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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SIMON • couple • gb
9
lovely hotel good views
Pros:

location room views friendliness location

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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penniall • family_with_children • gb
1
Crap
Cons:

We only came for the pool and bar and both were not open

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Carolyn • solo_traveller • gb
9
Very good
Pros:

Very clean and comfortable room, quiet

Cons:

It was a very hot night and there weren’t enough fans

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Gabi BD • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Staff and location.

Cons:

The bathroom was tiny. But clean.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Darren • couple • gb
8
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Hilda • solo_traveller • gb
5
Boring
Pros:

Location was okay

Cons:

It was old and staff were just testing me like a stranger ,no fridge in the room and I couldn’t use the swimming pool as they said no solo swimming,it was not a very nice experience

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Stanislav • couple • gb
1
Cons:

Very bad communication nothing respectful

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Ann • solo_traveller • gb
4
Glad it was for only one night
Pros:

Checking out

Cons:

The single "room". Pokey and depressing Brick wall pattern wallpaper????
The even more depressing" view" from the window ~ back walls and flat roof
The noise from the bar, so loud I had to turn the tv volume up and up
The noise from the ~ very unreliable - lift right next to my room door

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee