The Royal Hotel

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

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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
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Perry • couple • gb
8
A lovely break on a beautiful island in a top class hotel
Pros:

Location of the hotel was excellent, the staff were lovely especially the young people on reception. The breakfast was very good we also had Sunday lunch which was excellent.

Cons:

No complaints

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Manraj • couple • gb
8
Nice hotel in very nice location
Pros:

Staff were very friendly and helpful. Free EV charging.

Cons:

Rooms were pretty basic

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • gb
5
disappointing - no different from previous years
Pros:

Restaurant was OK but slow. Promised upgrade seems to have been delayed/abandoned. Generally very tired.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • couple • gb
7
Comfortable quiet stay. Breakfasts very average. Did not eat in hotel in evening
Pros:

Location, staff

Cons:

Food

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • gb
9
Enjoyed the three nights and would stay again. Thankyou to all staff
Pros:

Lovely rooms, beautiful Garden, quiet location .

Cons:

In summer the rooms not airconditioned make the stay uncomfortable.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Angus • couple • gb
9
An excellent hotel with the most helpful and friendly staff
Pros:

Location, cleanliness, staff, food, bedroom

Cons:

The main areas were a little tired

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Alice • extended_group • gb
10
Relaxing with excellent and friendly service.
Pros:

Comfortable and clean. A wallow in a past era with the comfort of the modern.

Cons:

Not so much a complaint, but if you have mobility issues request a room with a Walkin shower otherwise you have to step into a bathtub.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Chloe • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • couple • gb
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Boris • family_with_children • ch
9
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Timothy • couple • gb
7
Disappointing - could do better
Pros:

Food was excellent. Staff friendly and helpful. Location is very good.

Cons:

The carpets in public areas were worn and stained. There was a constant noise in the room from the kitchen fans. The bathroom mirror was too low and the shower quite average. The room was small and dated. This is not really a 4 star hotel. I guess it gets its rating based on location and the outside pool.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
10
Very comfortable stay at this old hotel.
Pros:

Staff were without exception friendly and helpful. Excellent choice of breakfast all cooked to order.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • gb
10
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
9
Very comfortable and superb food
Pros:

Well presented and very clean

Cons:

Lovely character and a great spot

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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mark • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

wonderful location, lovely staff very professional and polite. the food was very nice
really good parking for motorcycles .

Cons:

honestly not that much if I'm being picky
the bathroom was abit dated and low water pressure on the shower .

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Laurence • solo_traveller • gb
9
It was a great suprise, staff were all excellent. A great example of how it can and should be done. Thank you.
Pros:

True Character.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Rowena • solo_traveller • gb
8
A lovely stay
Pros:

The staff were lovely very accommodating and friendly

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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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