The Royal Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (422 reviews)
Belgrave Road , Ventnor , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly Staff
Great Location
Excellent Food
Cons:
Dated Rooms
Plumbing Issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.1
Some rooms need updating and the plumbing was criticized.
Service
9
Staff were kind, friendly, and professional.
Location
9
Great location close to the sea and sights.
Room Quality
8.2
Rooms generally clean but a bit dated and in need of refurbishment.
Amenities
8.5
Good amenities overall, but the TV was reported as tiny.
Value for Money
8.6
Good value for a hotel of this standard.
Food and Beverage
8.8
Excellent food quality and well-prepared meals.
Overall Experience
8.6
Overall positive experience despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 22:49

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views
Experience the epitome of luxury at The Royal, a 4-star hotel offering breathtaking views of Ventnor Bay on the Isle of Wight. Indulge in award-winning cuisine at the conservatory eating area and take a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool.

Comfort and Convenience
Relax in well-appointed rooms featuring flat-screen TVs and tea/coffee facilities. Stay connected with free WiFi throughout the hotel and enjoy the convenience of complimentary private parking.

Natural Beauty and Exploration
Unwind in the subtropical gardens or embark on cliff-top walks along the picturesque coastline. With sandy Heritage beaches just moments away, and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty at your doorstep, there's always something new to discover.

Book your stay at The Royal now for an unforgettable getaway!

Important information:

Pets are allowed on request in some rooms.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Children can be accommodated in Family Rooms only.Swimming pool: Closed from Wed, Oct 1, 2025 until Thu, Apr 30, 2026

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • 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.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 422 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.1
Service: 9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8.6
Food and Beverage: 8.8
Overall Experience: 8.6
M
Mrs couple gb
9
A very enjoyable pre New Year stay in one of our favourite hotels
Pros:

The meal was great as always. We had a fabulous sea view from our room.

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
S
Steve couple gb
10
Beautiful place to stay had a great view of the sea bed was comfortable room was nice and clean
Pros:

Excellent

2026-01-25 via Nuitee
N
Nigel couple gb
7
2026-01-20 via Nuitee
J
Jenny family_with_children gb
8
We loved the Isle of Wight and the hotel was well placed to see lots of things.
Pros:

Breakfast was good although I had advised in advance that I was gluten intolerant and they had no suitable cereal. Some was obtained but not in evidence until we asked each morning. The location and grounds were very impressive.

Cons:

See above. The hotel had an old fashioned air and some of the plumbing just functioned.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
M
Michael couple gb
9
Very nice stay in a characterful hotel with friendly staff.
Pros:

Breakfast and staff in the restaurant

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
G
Giles couple gb
10
Pros:

Very well established hotel with exceptionally friendly and professional staff.

2026-01-18 via Nuitee
M
Marion couple gb
4
Disappointing.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Drab. Needs substantial investment to improve. Bathroom door would not close. Plumbing is ancient. Hotel needs total refurbishment.

2025-12-30 via Nuitee
E
Ellie couple gb
10
Really beautiful stay!
Pros:

The staff were incredible couldn’t have been more helpful

Cons:

The heat! It was boiling and I asked for a fan because it was so roasting.

2025-12-16 via Nuitee
A
alessio solo_traveller gb
10
rilassante
Pros:

colazione sontuosa e personale gentilissimo, ti senti un principe

Cons:

è autunno fuori

2025-11-12 via Nuitee
S
Sally extended_group gb
10
Would definitely stay again
Pros:

Just lovely

2025-11-10 via Nuitee
P
Pauline couple gb
10
Wonderful
Pros:

The hotel was warm, clean, comfortable and friendly. Owing to my illness I suffer occasionally with walking (especially up hills and stairs, but not so much down!) and I was fortunate enough to have a parking bay close to reception, which was wonderful.

The staff were all very helpful, friendly and polite.

The food was excellent, we had cod bites with tartare in the bar and in the restaurant the celeriac amuse bouche was delivious. My seabass was perfect as was my husband's pork loin, we will definitely stay again.

Unfortunately we were running late so didn't have breakfast....next time .

Cons:

There wasn't anything not to like.

2025-11-04 via Nuitee
L
Lucky couple gb
10
2025-10-27 via Nuitee
L
Lucky family_with_children gb
10
2025-10-27 via Nuitee
J
Julia extended_group gb
9
Great stop by the sea while touring the IoW
Pros:

Great location, comfy beds and big rooms overlooking the garden and the sea in a lovely historical building.

Cons:

Breakfast was nice but service slow.

2025-10-26 via Nuitee
P
Philip solo_traveller gb
7
Enjoyed the stay . Lovely friendly staff.rooms need updating. TV was tiny
Pros:

Great location , friendly staff. Room 2 needs updating

Cons:

Old carpets , windows need cleaning

2025-10-18 via Nuitee
S
Solotravelina couple gb
10
Pros:

The first class customer service is second to none! The excellent lovely and caring treatment of all! The peace, solitude and serenity. Fantastic as always and we always will spoil us staying at this little paradise!!

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
R
Robert shell couple gb
9
2025-10-10 via Nuitee
L
Lorraine couple gb
8
2025-10-05 via Nuitee
A
Andreas couple ch
9
All-in-all ok
Pros:

Very nice hotel with a beautiful garden and friendly staff

Cons:

There was no diner table available. A hotel of that level should imperatively keep tables reserved for the hotel guests! Disapointing…

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
L
Leslie
4
Pros:

Room was very dated & poor value for money. The steps down to the ensuite were positively dangrerous! Safety restraint on window broken as was the toilet seat. As for the parking arrangements - shambolic.

2025-09-30 via Nuitee