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The Royal Hotel

Property class: 4
4-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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A large, illuminated building with a well-maintained lawn and a prominent tree in the foreground.
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A dining table set with plates, cutlery, and glasses, surrounded by wicker chairs.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a large building in the background.
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a sofa, and a kitchen area.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Belgrave Road, Ventnor, England, PO38 1JJ
  • Place, Ventnor Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ventnor Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Steephill Cove Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room

A neatly made bed with a quilted bedspread, two bedside lamps, and a nightstand with a telephone.

Classic Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Saver Single Room

A neatly made bed with white bedding and two green pillows, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps and a telephone.

Saver Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Single Room, Garden View

A hotel room with a large bed, two red armchairs, a small round table, and a view of greenery through the window.

Single Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room (with Annexe)

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

Family Room (with Annexe)

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Trundle Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Trundle Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premier Double or Twin Room, Garden View

A bedroom with a large bed, a round wooden table, and a decorative headboard.

Premier Double or Twin Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

A well-appointed bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Garden View

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Double or Twin Room, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Garden View

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Double Room, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Saver Double Room

A neatly made bed with white linens and patterned pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small table with a kettle and cups.

Saver Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Saver Double or Twin Room

A neatly made bed with patterned pillows and a matching headboard.

Saver Double or Twin Room

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Family Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Ventnor

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Ventnor Beach and Oceanblue Sea Charters. Ventnor Park and Dinosaur Maze are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Ventnor Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ventnor Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Oceanblue Sea Charters - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ventnor Botanic Garden - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Steephill Cove Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Shanklin Station - 24 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 138 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪King Harry's Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪White Horse Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Spyglass Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ocean View Fish & Chips - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Samphire Coastal Kitchen - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel

4-star guestrooms with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at The Royal Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Ventnor hotel is smoke free.

  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Royal Hotel offers 52 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 19.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between January 05 and February 28.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 19.50 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Royal Hotel Ventnor
Royal Ventnor
The Royal Hotel Hotel
The Royal Hotel Ventnor
The Royal Hotel Hotel Ventnor

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Royal Hotel to the airport?

The Royal Hotel is 48.2 mi (138-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Aug 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on Aug 16, 2026 start from CA $331, 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 The Royal Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Royal Hotel.

How close is The Royal Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Ventnor Beach and 14-minute walk from Steephill Cove Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Royal Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Royal Hotel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 19.50 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children. It's available every day from 8 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Royal Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Royal Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Royal Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Royal Hotel have a pool?

The Royal Hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does The Royal Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Royal Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Royal Hotel to downtown Ventnor?

The Royal Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Ventnor.

The Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 168 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott(fball.co.ltd)

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel with great staff, great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, friendly staff and superb good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff, beautiful setting full of old charm. Nothing was too much trouble. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely clean space, stylishly decorated, helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable room, polite and helpful staff. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

Liked: Amenities
Great staff, great food and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent dinning, very pleasant staff and set in a beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Food great clean comfortable beautiful gardens lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rishabh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the stay, Ventnor is a beautiful place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Comfortable, clean accommodation. Friendly, helpful staff. Excellent dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel is a beautiful building. The surroundings as well. The staff is very professional. However, the rooms need more maintenance and the cleanliness is average.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with good price including breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent and the room and bed was well appointed. The view and location were perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Royal hotel

Great restaurant food was outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Merv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay

An extremely lovely hotel great staff and beautiful food.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, comfortable and classy. Charming and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A relaxing stay for couples

Peaceful, quiet, relaxing with very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Amenities
Lovely staff. Room nicely appointed. Hotel a bit dated in places but clean and service was next to none!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Bedrooms look tired. Lack of ventilation in bedroom coridors led to some very unpleasant odours. Breakfast was superb
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Harland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable high quality hotel with excellent staff and service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Calm and serene

Lovely place to stay, walkable, clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely building,very good staff, Excellent location,very atmospheric.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lyndell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the location and surroundings. Particularly impressed with the service provided by the staff and the high quality of the food.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023