The Royal Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (503 reviews)
Belgrave Road , Ventnor , gb

Free
Children 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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 503 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
J
John family_with_children gb
10
Very friendly hotel and great food in a great location.
Pros:

All the staff were helpful, polite and very friendly. We were made to feel welcome and special. It was nice to be served breakfast (from a good choice) rather than the ubiquitous self-serve buffet. Dinner, while on the expensive side, was excellent and well presented. The garden was lovely and had a number of outdoor seating areas, and a small pool which our granddaughter enjoyed.

Cons:

The decor was perhaps in need of some attention, but had a historic charm that meant this didn't really matter.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
H
Helen solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Staff were wonderful and friendly, very polite and professional. Helpful & welcoming. The pool area was lovely, the room was bigger than I expected for a single room. Breakfast was fantastic, greta choice and lovely room. Peaceful location, nice coastal walks nearby. Cocktails were delicious!

Cons:

The lounge area was a little grubby and well used. It's in a weird position in the lobby up some stairs.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
S
Simon extended_group gb
10
Quiet luxury
Pros:

Beautiful grounds, wonderful staff, superb food

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
C
Christopher couple gb
10
2026-08-24 via Nuitee
R
Richard couple gb
8
Charming Victorian old school hotel with lots of charm in a fabulous location.
Pros:

Fabulous location, sea view, great breakfast.

Cons:

Little bit faded in places. Room en-suite needs an update.

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
U
Ulker extended_group gb
7
2026-08-21 via Nuitee
J
Jennifer couple gb
10
2026-08-20 via Nuitee
P
Pamela family_with_children gb
8
Cons:

The bed

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
C
Christopher couple gb
10
2026-08-19 via Nuitee
K
Kate solo_traveller ie
10
Beautiful, relaxing, peaceful and safe.
Pros:

I loved my room, it was so calm and beautifully decorated. There was a lovely view of the garden out the window. It was very clean and had everything you would need for a stay. Breakfast was brilliant, there was loads of options and everything was tasty and well cooked /prepared. The staff were all so kind, friendly and obliging, nothing was ever too much trouble for them.

Cons:

There wasn't a.nything I didn't like

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
B
Bianca couple gb
10
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
E
Evaggelia extended_group gb
9
Pleasant stay would visit again.
Pros:

Location lovely, nice old building. Friendly staff. Good breakfast.

Cons:

Aircon is expensive to install but ceiling fans not so much which can make a huge difference in the many heatwaves we are experiencing. A fan was provided but it was small and not enough. Staff where helpful but a lot of miscommunication at breakfast as to if we had ordered or not etc and this caused delays.

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
L
Lesley solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Beautiful grounds and gardens. Walking distance to beach

Cons:

Overly formal dining room, especially for breakfast

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
A
Andrew solo_traveller gb
5
Very disappointed overall... Don't book room 45!
Pros:

Breakfast was great

Cons:

My room and bathroom was not cleaned properly. Bath was full of hair and more hair near the floor.
Staining bedroom carpet and room not dusted properly.
Took some of the hair I found to reception and said I was not happy and wanted House Keeping informed. Receptionist said they would inform House Keeping and Management... They never got back to me in person or email.

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
C
Chris solo_traveller nl
7
Charmant verblijf op mooie locatie.
Pros:

Charmant verblijf op een toplocatie

​We hebben een fijn verblijf gehad in The Royal Hotel Ventnor. De ligging van het hotel is echt heerlijk en het zwembad is een fijne plus. De service van het personeel was prima, al kan de ontvangst bij aankomst nog wel wat aandacht gebruiken.

​De kamers zijn met 19 m² aan de kleine kant en net als de rest van het hotel wat gedateerd, maar dat wisten we van tevoren en het geeft het gebouw juist ook wel zijn charme. Het restaurant in het hotel voldeed helaas niet helemaal aan onze verwachtingen. Gelukkig vonden we in de buurt een paar kleine, maar erg goede restaurantjes waar we prima hebben gegeten.

Cons:

Restaurant

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
K
Kavita family_with_children gb
10
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
G
Gillian couple gb
9
Pros:

The breakfast options were many and the full English tasty.
The staff were extremely helpful and nothing was too much trouble for them.

Cons:

The dinner menu could have varied more over the week. It was rather expensive.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
C
Chris couple gb
8
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
F
Fiona couple gb
10
Superb
Pros:

Superb in every way

Cons:

Larger pool and warmer water

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
O
Oliver solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-19 via Nuitee