The Royal Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (479 reviews)
Belgrave Road , Ventnor , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 479 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
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Alison extended_group gb
8
lovely hotel with beautiful garden and heated pool which we really enjoyed.
Pros:

Pool and garden. Room was also nice especially as got upgraded to sea view room

Cons:

Could do with more sunbeds by the pool

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
C
Carol couple gb
8
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
J
Julia couple gb
10
Relaxing, quiet and peaceful vibe
Pros:

Very relaxing, quiet and peaceful atmosphere. I wish I could stay longer. Delicious dinner and great breakfast. Staff is very welcoming and helpful. Easily parked in the around the corner parking. Lovely walk to the sea side, again very quiet place to be.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
S
Suzannah extended_group gb
10
Wonderful and relaxing
Pros:

Very comfortable. Friendly staff. Not at all pretentious. Beautiful gardens.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
H
Helen solo_traveller gb
10
Hot stay in beautiful surroundings
Pros:

Amazing place & great staff

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
S
Sheila solo_traveller gb
8
Historic elegant hotel with beautiful gardens.
Pros:

The hotel has a very old fashioned elegance and is set in wonderful gardens. The location is very peaceful and welcoming.

Cons:

The hotel is an old building and certain areas are in need of improvement. Our bedroom had quite drab decor and old fashioned fittings but in some respects this matched the historic nature of the hotel.

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
D
DEBRA'S solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
J
Joseph couple gb
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
L
Lucette solo_traveller fr
6
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
S
Sian couple gb
10
Beautiful hotel with exceptional staff.
Pros:

Staying at the Royal hotel felt like a real treat as I usually book self contained accommodation. I had a single room but it had a 4ft bed which was great. Every single member of staff I met was welcoming and friendly, nothing was too much trouble. The gardens and pool area were stunning, a real bonus. I’m sure I read the pool was heated but it wasn’t, however this suited me as I was there during a heatwave.

Cons:

Having to leave to come home!

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
A
Antony solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Good sized room. Friendly and polite staff. Very clean and stylish accommodation. Wonderful to have access to the pool during the recent hot weather

Cons:

Could not switch off the heated towel rail in the bathroom. No air conditioning in the rooms.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
A
Andy Harmon solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-23 via Nuitee
A
Anthony couple gb
6
Loved the Isle of Wight
Pros:

Location was nice, outdoor areas and garden was lovely

Cons:

Restaurant was very disappointing supposed to be award winning however the food was not great

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
C
Cynthia solo_traveller gb
10
A fabulous place to stay and very good value for money
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
S
Stefan couple gb
9
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
P
Phillip couple gb
9
Our stay was excellent it was a kast minute decision to book a room
Pros:

Breakfast was very good service was excellent.

Cons:

More parking would be nice but not a real issue.

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
A
ANN solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Excellent food.
Quiet genteel atmosphere.

Cons:

Tiny issues with room. 'Wonky' tap.
Cigarette smoke rising from open window

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
S
Sarah couple gb
8
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
P
Peter D solo_traveller gb
7
Noisey Dogs at night
Pros:

Hotel and staff were perfect

Cons:

Dogs barking from 9pm to 11 30pm.....if l wanted to stay overnight in a kennels l would have. Would never stay in hotel again while poxy dogs are allowed

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
Z
Zoe couple gb
9
A thoroughly enjoyable stay
Pros:

The welcome we received and the general, positive attitude of the staff made our stay a pleasure. The room was comfortable and clean. The ambiance was of old fashioned style with all the mod cons you would expect today. The food was excellent and well presented.

2026-06-05 via Nuitee