Name: The Clifton
Address: 1 Queens Road, Shanklin, PO37 6AN, United Kingdom, 1 Queens Road, Isle of Wight, PO37 6AN, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $75 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.9

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The Clifton

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

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United Kingdom · March 27, 2016

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Everything from arriving early to leave our bags we were invited to go to our room, our bycles were locked away in a dedicated cycle shed. The receptionist was corteous and pleasant which was a fortaste of the rest of our stay. This hotel could easily be a 5 star.

Christopher, United Kingdom

cosy bar, good breakfast, fantastic location opposite sea.

Theresa, United Kingdom

Absolutely lovely stay, gorgeous view over the sea, great to eat our breakfast whilst enjoying this gorgeous outlook. The management and staff were really outstanding - so helpful and did their utmost to help us with all the planning, ferry bookings etc. The afternoon tea and cakes was quite something. Breakfasts were delicious with a really great menu to choose from. The room was light and airy and bed was lovely and comfy. We will definitely be back!

Denise, United Kingdom

We have stayed at the Clifton before and returned as we knew the welcome would be good as well as comfort and good food.

Ros, United Kingdom

The staff were all, without exception, very helpful and kind. The property was very clean and well cared for. Delightful garden and view over the sea. We had a very enjoyable short stay.

Jan, United Kingdom

Large bed, but only very heavy duvets- double - available Asked for 2 single, light weight duvets- no help Very uncomfortable in the hot weather at night

Theo, United Kingdom

Very comfortable bed, marvellous, breakfasts, friendly efficient staff, great position, ie close to old & new town an railway station, with lovely sea view.

Philip, United Kingdom

The garden, the seaview, the wonderful suite with big balcony. The historical town of Shanklin and the Chine with wonderful subtropical plants and small waterfalls. Excellent dinner facilities in the garden of a Tea House next to the Tourist Exchange.

Wijda, Netherlands

We had a wonderful time at the Clifton. It's in a beautiful location, the hotel is spotless and the staff cannot do enough to help you. We didn't want to leave. It's not huge, but the detail there is perfect for a Victorian building. Sit back with a cold drink and watch the ships sail by in the distance. So relaxing. It's perfect for couples.

Sara, United Kingdom

location of hotel. Comfortable bed. Outdoor gardens and eating space. Well appointed in all respects.

Ian, United Kingdom

This property is 2 minutes walk from the beach. With a beautiful cliff top location, The Clifton boasts views of Sandown Bay from its lounge and garden. Leading onto Keats's Green, it has a bistro that uses local produce in its menu.

Many bedrooms have views of the Isle of Wight’s coast, and some have a balcony. Each room features free Wi-Fi, a TV, radio, a private bathroom and free tea, coffee and hot chocolate facilities.

The dining room provides home-cooked food using seasonal ingredients from the nearby farmland. Special dietary requirements can be catered for. The bar stocks beers brewed on the Isle.

The garden opens onto the Coastal Walk between Shanklin and Sandown. The picturesque Shanklin Old Village is a 5 minute walk away, and Shanklin Chine and the beach are also just a short walk from the hotel.

This is our guests' favorite part of Shanklin, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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	Single Room 1 twin bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 107 ft² Situated on the first and second floors, these rooms do not offer any sea views but all are comfortably appointed and have a TV, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Room Facilities: Tea/Coffee maker, Shower, Hairdryer, Radio, Ironing facilities, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Alarm clock Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Standard Twin Room 2 twin beds	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 161 ft² Situated on the first and second floors, these rooms do not offer any sea views but all are comfortably appointed and have a TV, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Room Facilities: Tea/Coffee maker, Hairdryer, Radio, Ironing facilities, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Bathtub or shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Alarm clock Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Small Double Room 1 full bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 118 ft² These smaller rooms have an en suite bathroom and eco-friendly toiletries. Room Facilities: Shower, Hairdryer, Radio, Ironing facilities, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Bathtub or shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Alarm clock Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Double Room with Bay View 1 queen bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 172 ft² Set on the second floor, these rooms have bay windows with binoculars to enjoy the coastal views of Sandown Bay. There is a king-size bed, comfortable chairs and a large bathroom with eco-friendly toiletries. Room Facilities: Shower, Hairdryer, Bathrobe, Radio, Ironing facilities, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Alarm clock, Sea view Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 2 (up to 0 years of age)	Family Suite Bedroom 1: 1 full bed Bedroom 2: 1 bunk bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 269 ft² The bunk beds are suitable for children aged between 10 and 17 years. Children under 10 years are not permitted at the hotel. Made up of an adjoining king-size bedroom and a bedroom with bunk beds, this room has 2 en-suite bathrooms and 2 flat-screen TVs. Room Facilities: Shower, Hairdryer, Radio, Ironing facilities, Free toiletries, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Bathtub or shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Alarm clock Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
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댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 301 ft² Set on the first floor, this suite has a lounge, a king-size oak sleigh bed and a balcony with sea and coastal views. The bathroom has eco-friendly toiletries. There is a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee, a mini-fridge and a telescope. Room Facilities: Hairdryer, Balcony, Bathrobe, Radio, Refrigerator, Ironing facilities, Sitting area, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Bathtub or shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Sofa, Alarm clock, Sea view Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Double or Twin Room with Balcony 1 king bed or 2 twin beds	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 205 ft² Set on the first floor, this room has a furnished balcony with binoculars to enjoy the sea and coastal views. Room Facilities: Shower, Hairdryer, Balcony, Bathrobe, Radio, Ironing facilities, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Alarm clock, Wardrobe/Closet, Sea view Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Small Double Room with Sea View 1 full bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 118 ft² Set on the second floor, these rooms have panoramic sea views, a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee, and an en suite bathroom with eco-friendly toiletries. Room Facilities: Shower, Hairdryer, Radio, Ironing facilities, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Alarm clock, Sea view Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Standard Double Room 1 full bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 161 ft² Situated on the first and second floors, these rooms do not offer any sea views but all have a TV and an en suite bathroom with eco-friendly toiletries. Room Facilities: Tea/Coffee maker, Shower, Hairdryer, Radio, Ironing facilities, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Alarm clock Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children

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We are rated four star by VisitEngland and have recently received their coveted Silver Award for the high quality of our accommodation. Our beautiful garden overlooking the sea has been shortlisted for the Wight in Bloom award for 2016. Please note we only accommodate children over 10yrs.

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Closest Landmarks

The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary 2.5 miles
Dinosaur Isle 2.6 miles
Amazon World Zoo Park 2.6 miles
Isle of Wight Zoo 3.1 miles
Robin Hill 5.1 miles
Blackgang Chine 6.7 miles
Carisbrooke Castle 8.2 miles
Osborne House 9.5 miles
Spitbank Fort 10.4 miles
Haslar Marina 11.6 miles

Closest Airports

Southampton Airport 23.7 miles
Bournemouth Airport 31.1 miles
London Gatwick Airport 57.4 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Very pleasant if the room has sea view .The smaller room facing the sea had a very small bathroom with no shelf space”

enrico

United Kingdom

“Gluten free cereal and toast at breakfast and an excellent gluten free meal in the Bistro....delicious swordfish! The views are amazing and the gardens so well kept and peaceful to sit in.”

Karen

United Kingdom

“The views were fantastic. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We ate in The Bistro, it was enjoyable. Not too fancy, pub type food.”

Tanya

United Kingdom

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Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, High tea

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Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel.

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Pets are not allowed.

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Children under 10 years of age cannot be accepted.

Children can only be accommodated in family rooms.

The hotel and grounds are completely non-smoking.

Please note that the hotel does not accept American Express cards.

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9.1
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8.8
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9.4
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8.5
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9.2
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8.5
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August 8, 2017

Christopher
United Kingdom
Age group: 65+

1 helpful vote
10

“A quiet gem”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Our stay was too short
눇Everything from arriving early to leave our bags we were invited to go to our room, our bycles were locked away in a dedicated cycle shed. The receptionist was corteous and pleasant which was a fortaste of the rest of our stay. This hotel could easily be a 5 star.
August 7, 2017

Theresa
United Kingdom
8.3

“Perfect location with lovely helpful staff”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Bay View
- • Stayed 2 nights
눉room needed bit of decoration.
눇cosy bar, good breakfast, fantastic location opposite sea.
August 7, 2017

Denise
United Kingdom
9.2

Wonderful
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
눉Everything was really perfect, only suggestions to management would be that the shower was really tricky to get into, and the toilet seat was too small for the toilet. But nothing that affected our enjoyment and our stay.
눇Absolutely lovely stay, gorgeous view over the sea, great to eat our breakfast whilst enjoying this gorgeous outlook. The management and staff were really outstanding - so helpful and did their utmost to help us with all the planning, ferry bookings etc. The afternoon tea and cakes was quite something. Breakfasts were delicious with a really great menu to choose from. The room was light and airy and bed was lovely and comfy. We will definitely be back!
August 7, 2017

Anonymous
United Kingdom
5.8

Okay
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Staff not overly friendly. Bathroom a little run down
눇Nice breakfast
August 2, 2017

Ros
United Kingdom
10

“Excellent short stay and we will no doubt stay again”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
눉Nothing
눇We have stayed at the Clifton before and returned as we knew the welcome would be good as well as comfort and good food.
July 20, 2017

Jan
United Kingdom
9.2

“A splendid location with excellent staff.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 3 nights
눉Nothing that we can think of.
눇The staff were all, without exception, very helpful and kind. The property was very clean and well cared for. Delightful garden and view over the sea. We had a very enjoyable short stay.
July 19, 2017

Theo
United Kingdom
5.4

“Excellent location, but overall standard only low average”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Premier Suite
- • Stayed 7 nights
눉limited facilities
눇Large bed, but only very heavy duvets- double - available Asked for 2 single, light weight duvets- no help Very uncomfortable in the hot weather at night
July 8, 2017

Philip
United Kingdom
10

“The Clifton helped to make our good holiday, GREAT.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Nothing worth mentioning.
눇Very comfortable bed, marvellous, breakfasts, friendly efficient staff, great position, ie close to old & new town an railway station, with lovely sea view.
July 8, 2017

Wijda
Netherlands

2 helpful votes
8.3

“Subtropics in historical Shanklin”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Premier Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
눉Restaurant for dinner was not very inspiring: the same cruel table and chairs as for breakfast. There were enough opportunities for lunch and drinks at the veranda and the wonderful green though. Apart from the early morning there is no sun on the balcony at all.
눇The garden, the seaview, the wonderful suite with big balcony. The historical town of Shanklin and the Chine with wonderful subtropical plants and small waterfalls. Excellent dinner facilities in the garden of a Tea House next to the Tourist Exchange.
July 7, 2017

Sara
United Kingdom
10

“A home from home.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
눉I would have booked a room at the front of the hotel, if I had a chance.
눇We had a wonderful time at the Clifton. It's in a beautiful location, the hotel is spotless and the staff cannot do enough to help you. We didn't want to leave. It's not huge, but the detail there is perfect for a Victorian building. Sit back with a cold drink and watch the ships sail by in the distance. So relaxing. It's perfect for couples.
July 7, 2017

Ian
United Kingdom
8.3

“Very enjoyable. Would choose this hotel again without a doubt.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
눉Lighting in room rather outdated but did not matter too much in July. In my opinion, TV had poor sound quality.
눇location of hotel. Comfortable bed. Outdoor gardens and eating space. Well appointed in all respects.
July 3, 2017

Helen
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

“A Warm Welcome at the Clifton”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇The location, the fact that the Clifton had a conservatory and garden with sea views. The breakfast menu had plenty of choice
July 2, 2017

Robert
United Kingdom
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
눉The hill to the beach would not suit anyone with mobility issues
눇Very Friendly
June 26, 2017

Michael
United Kingdom
9.6

“Lovely private hotel with beautiful views and excellent breakfast”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
눉The only slight drawback is that there is no lift and as the bedrooms are on three floors it can be a bit of a challenge to get to the top floor with cases. However, this is mentioned in the hotel information and there is usually a member of staff available to help.
눇Friendly welcome, spotlessly clean, superb breakfast with choice of almost anything cooked to order. The hotel is situated overlooking the sea and is a three minute walk to the beach ( a lot longer to get back!!!). Also only a five or so minute walk to the old town.
June 22, 2017

Colin
United Kingdom
7.5

“Most welcome”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉Bedroom was last one available and maybe as a result was right at the top of the building, causing difficulty to my wife who has a knee problem.
눇Room was rather too small for us. Staff were AI in all areas.

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