The Havelock

Hotels
9.6 (215 reviews)
2 Queens Road , Shanklin , gb

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

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 215 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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Jean couple gb
9
Homely and welcoming.
Pros:

We were made so welcome and our hosts went the extra mile to make sure we were happy with everything. There was a really nice atmosphere in the hotel. It was clean and the interiors of the bedrooms and bathrooms were modern. There was a relaxed bar downstairs with a TV and it was the sort of place you could feel completely comfortable in, even going in on your own. The pool was nice. The front garden was beautiful and the sea views breathtaking. The breakfasts were great and cooked to order. My friend and I would be delighted to stay at the hotel again in the future. Convenient for the promenade restaurants and also for the high street restaurants.

Cons:

Can’t think of anything!

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Alan couple gb
10
Brilliant place to stay when visiting the isle of wight. Where your genuinely made to feel welcome.
Pros:

Everything about our stay at the Havelock was better than we had hoped, you know how you read peoples reviews of a place only to be a bit disappointed when you get there, well the Havelock is not like that. Paul and Vicky are very welcoming and are happy to chat and and listen. We travelled by motorbike and the parking is safe right next to the front door. There is a bar and a swimming pool on site, the room was very clean and made up each day and the breakfast is fantastic with lots of choice of hot and cold food. We would not hesitate to recommend the Havelock.

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Dave extended_group gb
10
will stay there when next in the IOW.
Pros:

Food was freash and top quality. Owners friendly and efficient

Cons:

leaving!

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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GARY couple gb
10
Could not of been nicer
Pros:

Family run hotel, who look after you like one of there own

Cons:

nothing

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Petra solo_traveller gb
10
I had a lovely time there and would go back again.
Pros:

Loved the location, the view, the heated outdoor pool, the family who runs the hotel is lovely!

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Keith solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Camilla family_with_children gb
10
2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Eileen extended_group gb
10
Fantastic stay highly recommend.
Pros:

Owners were fantastic very helpful and friendly they went out of there way to help.As we were leaving early they made us a fantastic sausage sandwich to take with us which was much appreciated.

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Pauline couple gb
10
2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Allison solo_traveller gb
10
Perfect!
Pros:

Great location, beautiful room, amazing breakfast

2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Sarah solo_traveller gb
10
We didn't want to leave..... EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE AND HOTEL
Pros:

The Havelock is run by Paul and Vicky who were absolutely wonderful hosts and amazing souls, they were both so accomodating and helpful. Following a very expensive emergency vets visit the day before we were due to travel, I contacted The Havelock, they couldn't have been more generous or helpful, and responded very quickly to all our communication.

Fortunately, we were able to travel as planned, but we were so grateful for the kindness and flexibility Paul and Vicky showed us when we contacted them.

On arrival they were so welcoming, and even kindly upgraded our room.

The hotel is very clean, with tasteful decoration, a beautiful garden and swimming pool.

The bedrooms were a good size, with a wonderful waterfall shower 🚿as well as a detachable shower head, again, very clean with lovely quality shampoo/body wash provided.

The beds were comfortable, although we were very grateful to have the additional spare bed, as my partner is quite twitchy in his sleep - the linen was excellent quality, and the view from our room was just stunning.

There is a hairdryer and great choice of coffee/tea and lovely little biscuits.

Even though we were at the front if the hotel, the road outside was very quiet with very little traffic.

The drinks bar is well stocked, and seating area comfortable with some fun games, and the breakfast offerings were of very high quality and cooked to perfection!

This was our first stay on the Isle of Wight, we couldn't have chosen better, and will gladly recommend The Havelock to anyone that asks... And we have already!

We did not want to leave.

Thank you both for making our stay magical!

Cons:

There was absolutely nothing that we didn't enjoy about this hotel.

The only tiny issue for me personally, and this is by no means a criticism - was that I wear glasses and can't see to put my make up on without a magnifying mirror, which the room did not have - so take one with you if you have the same issue 🤓

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Christine solo_traveller gb
10
definitely go back
Pros:

very clean comfy hotel well decorated
bathrooms excellent

Cons:

nothing

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Nicola Pauline couple gb
10
Great place as a base to explore the Isle of Wight. Plenty of places to eat locally.
Pros:

Location was just right, could see the sea from the hotel and not too far to walk to the beach or the village centre. Plenty of lovely places to eat and the beach front was clean.

Cons:

There was nothing we didn't like.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Philip family_with_children gb
9
Lovely stay made all the better be wonderful owners!
Pros:

Beautiful and clean. Nice bar!

Cons:

Nothing.

2025-10-17 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple gb
10
Perfect short break at the Havelock
Pros:

Tasteful decor, excellent location, attentive Staff, breakfast varied and tasty.
Well done, Paul, Vicky and all - 110% recommended !!

Cons:

Nothing not to like !!!

2025-10-17 via Nuitee
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Lucy couple gb
10
Fabulous stay run by a lovely family
Pros:

Beautiful family run hotel with a lovely vibe, very helpful. All breakfast was fresh every morning and so nice. Nothing was too much trouble. Very clean. Would definitely recommend this hotel in a fab location.

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
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Nicola solo_traveller gb
10
2025-09-16 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
10
Pros:

After a bad experience with another hotel we finally booked the havelock , the room was immaculate, the owners were brilliant Paul met us when we arrived and explained everything in great detail, this turned our weekend away from a disaster into the perfect break, couldn't recommend it enough !

Cons:

Nothing everything was perfect

2025-09-15 via Nuitee
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Christopher couple gb
10
2025-09-14 via Nuitee
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claire couple gb
10
2025-09-14 via Nuitee