Royal Esplanade Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach hotel with 2 bars/lounges

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Front of property - evening/night
Free daily continental breakfast
Family Room
2 bars/lounges
Premier Twin Room, Sea View

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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16 The Esplanade, Isle of Wight, Ryde, England, PO33 2ED
  • Place, Ryde Terminal
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ryde Harbour
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Single Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Premier Double Room, Sea View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premier Twin Room, Sea View

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room, Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Twin Room, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premier Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Classic Twin Room

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Ryde

Close to the beach.Your stay at this hotel will put you steps from Ryde Terminal and a 5-minute walk from Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath. Ryde Harbour and Ryde Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Ryde Terminal - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ryde Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ryde Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Appley Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Ryde Esplanade Station - 2 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪China Garden Takeaway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Codfather - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Michelangelo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The King Lud Ryde Isle of Wight - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rt Café Grill - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Royal Esplanade Hotel

3.5-star beach hotel with 2 bars/lounges
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Royal Esplanade Hotel also features a terrace, coffee/tea in a common area, and an elevator. For a fee, parking is available.

  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Royal Esplanade Hotel offers 70 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 5 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 5 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Royal Esplanade Hotel Ryde

Royal Esplanade Ryde

Royal Esplanade

Royal Esplanade Hotel Ryde Isle Of Wight

Royal Esplanade Hotel Ryde

Royal Esplanade Hotel Hotel

Royal Esplanade Hotel Hotel Ryde

Frequently asked questions

How close is Royal Esplanade Hotel to the airport?

Royal Esplanade Hotel is 46.2 mi (99-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Esplanade Hotel?

As of May 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Esplanade Hotel on May 17, 2026 start from CA $163, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Royal Esplanade Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Royal Esplanade Hotel.

How close is Royal Esplanade Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Ryde Beach and 0.9 mi (5-min drive) from Appley Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Royal Esplanade Hotel offer free breakfast?

Royal Esplanade Hotel offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Royal Esplanade Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Royal Esplanade Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Royal Esplanade Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 5 per day.

Does Royal Esplanade Hotel have a pool?

Royal Esplanade Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Royal Esplanade Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Royal Esplanade Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Royal Esplanade Hotel to downtown Ryde?

Royal Esplanade Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Ryde.

Royal Esplanade Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 360 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 395 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Saman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious room, Victorian high ceiling, clean room and bathroom, lots of fresh towels, shower gel n shampoo.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness
Every thingwas good andvery convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was extremely clean the staff were very friendly and welcoming. And didn’t mind me asking lots off questions about local bus service etc
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Adam

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

William

Good
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Norman

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very festively decorated for Xmas. The room was snug but had a good view, although since we were at the top there were a lot of intruding angles. For example standing up straight in the shower was a challenge. Breakfast was included and the staff in the restaurant were pleasant. Old fashioned seaside hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good and nice to have a 'individualistic style hotel'...ie still with Victorian features.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Was okay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Gillian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We booked a sea view room, but the single glazed windows meant it was noisy. There is major engineering work happening across the road all through the night which we felt we should have been made aware of when booking as it affected our sleep. The walls between rooms are thin, meaning you hear your neighbours television (at 5am), and the curtains do nothing to cut out the street lights. There was a sliding door to the bathroom, which was easily dislodged from the track- just not user friendly. Tea and coffee was served in vacuum jugs, the coffee wasn’t very warm. There was a limited buffet selection, but the cooked menu had several options. However, my scrambled eggs were overcooked and the toast was rubbery. The lift only went 1 floor towards our room, leaving 2 flights of stairs to negotiate with my walking stick and our bags.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and cosy room, friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Travelled with family

Don’t get taken for a Ryde

Staff friendly enough but hotel and rooms are very tired and in need of complete refurbishment. There is no double glazing so spent most of the night awake listening to the yobbos screeching up and down the main road on motorbikes.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Nice breakfast and very good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and very helpful. Room was really good, quiet and good size bathroom. Great cooked breakfast. Great location, close to the railway station and bus station.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location.Clean. Breakfast good.Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jim

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very pleasent stay

Clean room, staff were lovely
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon, Eastbourne

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is warm & welcoming. This is my go to for it is close to the buses, the hovercraft & the fastest offer many portions to see all the locals sighs
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good. Booked for next year already
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Dinig options were excellent and flexible. All the staff were friendly, approachable and very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accommodating. Safe storage for our bikes. Staff attentive and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025