The Havelock

Hotels
9.6 (242 reviews)
2 Queens Road , Shanklin , gb
+44 1983 862747

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful and clean environment
Friendly and attentive service
Cons:
Some coffee preferences were not met

Categories

Cleanliness
9.65
Multiple reviews highlight the hotel’s cleanliness and immaculate conditions.
Service
9.99
The owners and staff are repeatedly praised for their friendliness and attentiveness.
Location
9.86
Guests enjoy the great location near the beach and village center.
Room Quality
9.31
Rooms are described as clean, modern, and well-decorated.
Amenities
9.34
Facilities like the bar and pool area are appreciated, providing enjoyable experiences.
Value for Money
9.3
Overall satisfaction suggests good value regarding the hotel offerings.
Food and Beverage
9.45
Breakfast quality is frequently highlighted as varied and tasty.
Overall Experience
9.92
Overall sentiments reflect a positive experience, with many recommending the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 23:21

Property Description

Luxurious Mediterranean-Style Pool: Enjoy a relaxing swim in our beautiful Mediterranean-style pool surrounded by lush gardens, offering a tranquil escape for our guests.

Comfortable En Suite Rooms: Stay in our stylish en suite rooms, some with stunning sea views, equipped with modern amenities including digital TV, tea/coffee facilities, and free WiFi for your convenience.

Delicious Breakfast and Bar Services: Start your day with a scrumptious full English breakfast made from fresh local ingredients. Indulge in vegetarian or gluten-free options. Our bar offers a variety of hot beverages and snacks throughout the day in a cozy setting.

Ready to experience a blend of luxury and comfort at The Havelock? Book your stay now and unwind in our serene oasis.

Important information:

Please note standard rooms do not come with a sea view.

Breakfast is served from 08:30 until 09:30 daily. An earlier continental breakfast is available on request from 07:30.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 242 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.65
Service: 9.99
Location: 9.86
Room Quality: 9.31
Amenities: 9.34
Value for Money: 9.3
Food and Beverage: 9.45
Overall Experience: 9.92
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Maureen • couple • gb
10
Amazing
Pros:

The staff were very helpful and told us all about the local area.

Cons:

There was nothing.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Zain • couple • gb
10
Pros:

This is a wonderful hotel with fantastic view-would recomend and breakfast was delicious-everything was so clean and lovely

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Roger • couple • gb
10
A lovely stay in a friendly and comfortable hotel,
Pros:

Very friendly and attentive hosts who were always obliging and helpful '.Breakfasts were excellent. We would certainly stay there again.

Cons:

nothing

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Elaine • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The hotel is in a great location for both the beach and the very pretty old village. The hosts and staff are very friendly and accommodating, proving towels for the pool and fans and additional sheets to help during the hot weather. The breakfast menu is very good and swiftly served with excellent produce.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Claire • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

From the minute we arrived we were made to feel so welcome. Our room was spotlessly clean and so comfortable. There was plenty to choose from at breakfast (and at the bar in the evening 😀)

Cons:

Absolutely nothing!! This place is fantastic!

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Evgeny • couple • gb
8
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Paul • family_with_children • ae
7
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
9
Well worth a visit
Pros:

Good location to access the beach
Well kept hotel with friendly staff
Nice pool area

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Clare • couple • gb
9
Really enjoyed my stay. I would definitely recommend and would come back.
Pros:

Very welcoming and helpful. Very clean and comfortable. Lovely breakfast - that also came out promptly. Swimming pool lovely too. 5-10 minutes walk to the beach which was great. I would define recommend and would stay here again.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Phil • solo_traveller • gb
9
Excellent good location cleanliness good breakfast and nice pool
Pros:

Everything especially the pool

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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yaz • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Kirwan • couple • gb
9
Friendly. Super clean. Hard grafting owners.
Pros:

Freshly cooked good coffee. Excellent poached eggs.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • gb
10
Fantastic hotel, great location, definitely recommend.
Pros:

Fantastic hotel in a great location. 5 minutes walk one way to the beach or 5 minutes the other way to the old town, and still with a sea view. The hotel is really lovely, with great facilities and a nice clean pool area. Our room was spotless and really nicely decorated. Delicious freshly cooked breakfast included, with plenty of choice, and lots of it. Paul was a great host and always on hand to help with anything we needed.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
10
Friendly.
Pros:

Paul and Vicki were so friendly and nothing would be too much trouble if you needed anything.
Great hotel and very clean. Loved having use of the pool.
Location was excellent for pubs and beach.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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jane • family_with_children • gb
9
Wonderful stay
Pros:

This is a lovely hotel in a great location. The owners are so friendly and helpful . The staff also helpful and friendly

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
9
Excellent in every way.
Pros:

Myself and my wife have visited this hotel on many occasions, the last time being approximately four years ago, and the overall holiday experience was excellent. Both Paul and Vicki were superb hosts with nothing being too much trouble for them. The cleanliness and decor of the hotel were outstanding and the breakfast first rate using local produce.

Cons:

There was nothing to dislike.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Anniken • solo_traveller • no
8
Pros:

The location, the friendly staff.

Cons:

The breakfast was alright, but slim selection, no minifridge for cool drinks

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Simon • couple • gb
8
We would come back again. We loved the Isle of Wight. Everywhere is accessible from Shanklin.
Pros:

The hotel has a nice feel to it and the owners are extremely friendly and take good care of their customers

Cons:

Parking is a challenge when the hotel is full. The rooms are not air conditioned and therefore can get stuffy in hot weather. We planned ahead and brought a fan with us.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Pleasants • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Very clean. Modern bedroom and bathroom. Excellent shower

Cons:

We booked late and could only get a standard room which was small but had a patio which was very useful in the heatwave. The rooms with balconies did look very nice.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • gb
9
As described would return.
Pros:

Great staff. Good location. Very clean. Good room even with no sea view. Comfy bed & newly re furnished shower.

Cons:

The only very small issue was the TV lost its signal but didn’t impact our stay.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee