This majestic Victorian manor sits on Ryde seafront overlooking the marina. It features bright, elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi and hearty, traditional cuisine in its restaurant.
Situated on Ryde Esplanade, on the Isle of Wight, Royal Esplanade Hotel boats views of the Solent. The Grade II Victorian building, features a terrace and restaurant.
FAYE
United Kingdom
Breakfast and dinner was very high standard but alitte small.
Located in Ryde and with Ryde Beach reachable within 700 metres, The Veteran Hotel & Bar provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.
Maria
United Kingdom
Cleanliness
Staff
2 bottles Water when we arrived l used for brews
The ethos of the place helping the soldiers who need help and free stay ect.
Has what you need
Bar is excellent and cannot fault the staff or the people who frequent this place welcoming and friendly
Would we go again Yes
Will we go again Yes
In a popular part of Ryde, on the Isle of Wight, Yelf's Hotel is a former coaching inn with a restaurant, close to the hovercraft and ferry services to Portsmouth and Southsea.
Giles
United Kingdom
Traditional old hotel that I really liked. Its a little bit tired and fraying at the edges but aren't we all. Good location right in the middle of town, no problem parking. Was warm, comfortable, decent value for money, I have no complaints
Overlooking a 20-acre lake, and in 17 acres of grounds, this 4-star hotel has an indulgent spa and free Wi-Fi throughout the building. Lakeside Park Hotel offers dining options with picturesque views....
Lovely walk along the seafront. If you have spare bread take for the ducks,geese and swans,do not be scared of them.At the canoe lake. There is a swimming pool next to the canoe lake.Union strret have a good selection of shops and the High Street and a few along Cross street.Union Street is quite steep.
sandra
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
I went to Ryde, partly because there's a bus direct from...
I went to Ryde, partly because there's a bus direct from East Cowes and the ferry - I don't take the car - and partly to see more of it. I'm not a beach lover but Ryde beach is good for those that are, and in season there's the pleasure pool etc for kids at the east end of the town. Buses go regularly to Newport, Sandown, Shanklin, Ventnor and Bembridge, and the Island Line Railway also goes to Shanklin, And up and down the pier. There are the hovercraft to / from Southsea, the bus / tram museum and shops to potter in. Eating places - Castle Hotel is good - and wonderful ice cream
Dougal
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
We were on the island to visit various places so the...
We were on the island to visit various places so the location did not really matter as we had the car, however having now travelled all around next time we would choose a location with more of a little town environment. There was very little in Ryde.
Karen
United Kingdom
6.0
Scored 6.0
Ryde buildings and look is tired and needs some refreshing,...
Ryde buildings and look is tired and needs some refreshing, the train service is, at best, erratic with many cancellations which is annoying if you need to get to Smallbrook Junction. They say you can use the train ticket for the bus but the bus does not go there! However the bus service is good and reliable. The Alamo steak house is very good, excellent steaks cooked as requested.
Kevin
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Great cafes and restaurants.
Great cafes and restaurants. I was really impressed by the homemade cakes on offer. It makes such a change from the massproduced rubbish.
Loved the walks potential. I really wished I had stayed longer.
Judith
4.0
Scored 4.0
Apart from the Esplande and having a nice view from hotel...
Apart from the Esplande and having a nice view from hotel room, very disappointed with Ryde.
Very tired looking town. High street shops not very good and lack of restaurants that you would like to eat in.
On the whole not a place we would revisit.
The apartment is in a quiet residential area, so we all slept well. Views from the apartment are amazing. We loved watching the ships on the Solent. Location was really good, close walk to beach and shops etc. The local beaches were lovely. Not overcrowded and safe for kids to play on. Ryde itself is ok, not to dissimilar to most UK towns but has the bonus of being by the sea. Some great places to eat i.e Ada Mediterranean Kitchen and Michaelangelo Italian Restaurant. Would avoid the Pavilion and The Ryde Castle Pub.
This was a beautiful and well-decorated property. It's located in a quiet residential street but is just a few minutes walk away from shops, pubs, restaurants and beaches of the centre of Ryde. The photos on the website didn't really do it justice. The rooms are spacious and comfortable and the kitchen well-equipped. There is a conservatory and a small garden with seating area, which was well-used during the fine weather during our stay. We had a lovely time and would be very happy to return.
A traditional and well run hotel, right on Ryde Esplanade. We had a lovely large double room, very comfortable bed too. Which made a change, as we had stayed in several other hotels round the island with incredibly uncomfortable mattresses. Nice bar downstairs. Really great staff, very attentive and so helpful, we had a great stay.
The hotel was easy to find with the nearby parish church as an easy landmark visible across Ryde. The room and all facilities were comfortable and clean, everything you need for a short stay.
The staff were excellent, allowed us to keep some bags etc. in reception for us to collect later in the day after checking out that morning.
Breakfast was a superb bowl of fruit, extensive choice of cereal, fruit juice, tea/coffee and toast. No option of cooked breakfast - but I preferred what was offered.
I wanted somewhere that was not a hotel chain, and had character and a quiet garden and this was perfect.
Nice walk along quiet roads/cyclepath to Ryde
Yelfs is located in the best area of Ryde, with shops, restaurants and bars just stumbling distance away. The bar in Yelfs great too. The thing that Wally makes this hotel is THE STAFF. From the moment I walked in, they were super helpful. Breakfast was excellent and I will definitely be returning.
A great little apartment in the center of Ryde. Great for exploring the Island and a nice peaceful location. Good facilities and the apartment had everything you could need. Kerrie was a great host and it was nice to know she was only on the phone if there were any issues - but we had none!
Central location in town; well served by buses and close to ferry terminal and rail station. A long established and old-style hotel that offers good food in bar or restaurant. The staff were particularly good natured, friendly and helpful which makes such a difference to staying guests
Staff so helpful, I arrived early and they were able to check me in. This hotel is a little oasis of calm - beautiful grounds and one of the best spas I have ever used in a hotel. The lavender sauna cannot be missed! I only stayed one night but it felt like a real break.
location was awesome. amazing kitchen facilities! rooms and common areas very clean. can’t say I would stay again because we like quiet locations but if you are in for the pubs and evening life this could be a great place.
Dorset Hotel was beautiful, clean and very hospitable. The breakfasts were plentiful and the management and staff couldn't do enough for me. The location and views from the Hotel were exceptional.
The dining room and food were good and the service was very good. The room was clean and tidy and the bed was clean and comfortable. Hotel location excellent.
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