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Reviews of The Clifton This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

1 Queens Road, Shanklin, PO37 6AN, United Kingdom

#6 of 29 hotels in Shanklin

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Review Score

Based on 320 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: April 21, 2024

    10
    Couldn't be happier with our stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing at all, can't fault them at all

    Location, room, breakfast was lovely, very accommodating, went above and beyond, I sent a parcel for them to decorate the room as it was mine and my partners anniversary and I planned of proposing and they were more than happy to help. Would definitely stay again!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2024

    8.0
    Excellent find.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All good

    Attention to detail. Excellent choice of breakfast. Speedy service and good quality food. Seaview with balcony room great

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 16, 2024

    9.0
    wonderfully relaxing,
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premier Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights

    nothing, everything was great, location was fantastic

    the room was directly in front of the sea, so we could watch all the big container ships go in and out of the Channel wonderful well kept gardens, room was fabulously clean, all staff were great.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything and the bar

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 13, 2024

    9.0
    Good hotel - good value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not a dislike, there were no heaters in the room so we couldn't put them on when required.

    Staff were nice and friendly. Rooms and hotel in general were clean. Location is perfectly close to the beach and town centre.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 9, 2024

    10
    A lovely short break
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    Everything was perfect. Lovely room, wonderful breakfast and a great location. The cafe menu was a bonus as the pubs and restaurants get very busy during school holidays and when there are performances at the theatre.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 8, 2024

    10
    A wonderful home from home by the sea
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Small Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing. Everything was perfect for me.

    This lovely hotel is in a great location overlooking the sea at the older end of shanklin village. It’s really well kept with everything I needed in the spotless room. It’s an easy walk into Shanklin, where there’s a nice Italian restaurant and a few good pubs. Breakfast was good and staff friendly and helpful. I’ve stayed here before and hope to stay here again before too long.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 4, 2024

    10
    Lovely clean, cosy and well stocked rooms and great staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only tiny thing that was a bit annoying was the WiFi. You had to sign in every time your phone locked

    Breakfast was amazing, the room was cosy but I wouldn’t call it small. It was very clean and comfortable and I loved the little touches of bottled water, hot chocolate and biscuits. The small bar was also really cute and well stocked. Great location too with easy walks to the beach.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2024

    10
    Amazing staff grest round
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Staff were amazing Room was large and spacious and we were given biscuits for our coffee each morning Breakfast was quality and very good choice Shower was amazing

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    8.0
    ok for the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing

    good breakfast.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2024

    8.0
    Lovely place to stay in a great location very close to Shanklin village
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lots of stairs to climb! and our room was very small but then we had chosen a ‘cosy’ room.

    Wonderful location and a fantastic view from our room. Lovely breakfast- especially the omelettes. Basket meals also very good.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 12, 2024

    10
    Would definitely recommend
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The genuinely kind staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: November 8, 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful Hotel, Fantastic Location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing

    Location, Staff, hotel very clean and beautiful gardens. Having the availability of early evening hot snacks was a really good idea and reasonably priced. Parking available onsite which was brilliant. Great breakfast on offer

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 17, 2023

    9.0
    Lovely hotel with lovely staff on a lovely island. Lovely!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing to dislike

    Very nice hotel, lovely breakfast and very accommodating staff

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 13, 2023

    8.0
    Excellent stay. Would definitely go again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Television reception was poor at times

    The choices for breakfast were excellent. We had one evening meal which was excellent and the service was good.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 12, 2023

    10
    enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Pillows on bed

    Had to leave before breakfast but the staff catered fro me by way of a breakfast bag which was a nice touch. Location is great

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 8, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We would have liked to be able to open the window more as it was warm. The TV had an issue but that didn’t bother us, as were used the wi-fi.

    The hotel was very clean, and was quiet at night. There was a bar available which was nice. The breakfast was good and the ingredients tasty.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 14, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The stairs, alot of stairs when your room is on the top floor

    Location was brilliant, staff great, choice of breakfast was excellent

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 12, 2023

    10
    A very enjoyable stay with everything we required provided. Of special mention, Dennis was great.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    As far as the hotel and staff were concerned, they were excellent, there was nothing we didn't like. We have already booked again for next year.

    The breakfast choice was excellent and the hot food was cooked perfectly, not overcooked or dried out as at some hotel establishments. The room was spacious and clean with good ventilation in what was the hottest week of the year. The range of restaurants were only a short five minute walk away for the evenings if you didn't want to eat in, but it is necessary to book in advance.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 11, 2023

    9.0
    IOW couple of days
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was a hot couple of days and we stayed on the top floor, very hot with only a ceiling fan in the bedroom

    Location was brilliant, staff wonderful, would stop again

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 10, 2023

    9.0
    The highlight of our trip
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Staying at the Clifton was the highlight of our whole trip to the Isle of Wight. I only wish we could have stayed more than one night! The garden was lovely, our room was spotlessly clean, breakfast was great, staff were wonderful, and everything was so charming.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 2, 2023

    10
    Enjoyable relaxing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    en-suite a little small but very clean no evening meals

    Fantastic location Breakfasts were superb

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2023

    9.0
    Small is beautiful here.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing we disliked.

    Location and surroundings are excellent - easy walk to village and beach (with options for test of knees and stamina if you wish!) Peace and quiet with very comfortable beds and lounge areas. Garden is excellently designed and maintained. We had a balcony room and the view on a sunny morning was spectacular. The staff are all friendly and helpful without being suffocating. The hotel is not cheap, but if you value having a peaceful and pleasant retreat with lovely views this is it!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 12, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Small Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Stairs

    Stayed in August 2023

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