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The Brunswick

Shanklin , 5 Queens Road (Show on Map)

7.9

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Summary of reviewsThe The Brunswick is a great choice for those looking for a quintessentially English experience in Shanklin. The hotel boasts an excellent location right on the beach with easy parking and lovely views. Guests can expect great service and a perfect location with fantastic proximity to both the town and beach. The hotel also offers an added bonus of a heated swimming pool. While the quality of the rooms appears to vary widely depending on the specific room assigned, guests praised the hotel's cleanliness, particularly the modern and clean public rooms, comfortable and clean guest rooms and recently modernised facilities. The staff are all very friendly, helpful and accommodating, providing top-notch service that goes above and beyond. The swimming pools were a highlight of many guests' stays and a great bonus to the hotel's already ideal location. The hotel is well equipped to cater to furry friends, making it a great place to holiday for the entire family.
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Room Types

Standard Double Room This room features an en suite bathroom, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and tea/coffee making facilities. Free Wi-Fi, free toiletries and a hairdryer are included.

Double Room with Sea View This room features an en suite bathroom, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and tea/coffee making facilities. Free Wi-Fi, free toiletries and a hairdryer are included. Featuring stunning sea views over Sandown Bay.

Classic Double or Twin Room This room features an en suite bathroom, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and tea/coffee making facilities. Free Wi-Fi, free toiletries and a hairdryer are included.

Triple Room Featuring free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. Boasting outdoor furniture, this triple room also features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 3 beds.

Twin Room Featuring free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The twin room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor as well as sea views. The unit has 2 beds.

Family Room Featuring free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. Boasting outdoor furniture, this family room also features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.

Family Room Offering free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. Boasting outdoor furniture, this family room also offers a tea and coffee maker, a seating area and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 3 beds.

Family Room Providing free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. Featuring outdoor furniture, this family room also provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 4 beds.

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. The double room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.

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Guest Reviews

7.9

Good

Location

The The Brunswick boasts an excellent location, perfect for those looking to experience the quintessentially English charm of Shanklin. Situated right on the beach, in a stunning Victoria-style building, the hotel offers easy parking and lovely views. With fantastic proximity to both the town and beach, guests can expect great service and a perfect location. The hotel also offers an added bonus of a heated swimming pool. The cliff path is instantly accessible, the old village is just a short walk away and the town centre is just 10 minutes on foot. In addition, the hotel is close to Shanklin beach, the Chine and a range of transport links. With lovely walks and fabulous sea views, guests can enjoy a peaceful stay in a superb location.

Breakfast

Guests at the The Brunswick had a lot to say about their breakfast experiences. Overall, the breakfasts were great with options that were tasty, plentiful and delicious. Many guests thought the quality of the food was excellent and they appreciated the range of choices available to them. Some found that the tea and coffee in their rooms were generous, making for a relaxing morning experience. However, others felt that the options were limited or the portions were quite small. Some guests also commented that while the breakfasts were good, the restaurant food was a bit too fancy for their tastes, or that they weren't happy with paying extra for certain items. Nevertheless with excellent staff, a fantastic location and dog-friendly facilities, the The Brunswick offers a great breakfast experience that shouldn't be missed.

Rooms

The Brunswick's rooms receive mixed reviews with some guests describing them as clean and tidy while others criticize outdated furniture and decor. Some rooms have been recently refurbished, but many guests mention the need for updates and repairs. Some rooms have uncomfortable beds or lack necessary amenities like power outlets or refrigerators. While some guests appreciate the room size and lovely views, others mention issues with noise or cleanliness. Overall, the quality of the rooms appears to vary widely depending on the specific room assigned.

Beds

Some guests at The Brunswick reported uncomfortable and outdated beds during their stay. A few rooms had mattresses as hard as concrete or with no support, causing restless nights for some guests. Some guests would have preferred a softer or firmer mattress to improve their sleep experience. Others had issues with squeaky beds that made it difficult to rest. Despite some negative experiences, a few guests did find the beds to be comfortable and restful.

Cleanliness

Guests of the The Brunswick praised the hotel's cleanliness, particularly the modern and clean public rooms, comfortable and clean guest rooms and recently modernised facilities. However, some guests noted issues with cleanliness such as dirty teacups, musty smells, stained sheets and mouldy grouting. Some areas, such as the lounge and outside, require cleaning and tidying up. Overall, guests found the premises to be very clean with communal areas decorated in a modern style, although some maintenance issues, such as creaky floorboards and faulty toilet flushing, were noted.

Staff

The The Brunswick is renowned for its excellent customer service, as reiterated time and time again by happy guests. The staff are all very friendly, helpful and accommodating, providing top-notch service that goes above and beyond. Many reviewers praise the team for their warm and welcoming personalities with some even noting that the staff were among the highlights of their stay. However, a few mentioned that there seemed to be a general lack of staff in public areas which put pressure on the ones that were there. Regardless, a majority of guests say the staff were simply amazing with some going so far as to say that they would like to commend management for their fantastic team. On a negative note, a small number of guests stated that some staff members were unfriendly and could do with brushing up on their customer service skills. All in all, the staff at the The Brunswick are highly regarded and are one of the main reasons to visit.

Pool

The The Brunswick offers a fantastic pool experience for its guests. With both an indoor and outdoor pool, there's something for everyone. The indoor pool is especially great with many guests mentioning its warmth and coziness. The only downside is that the changing rooms could use some improvement. The outdoor pool is also lovely with a refreshing coolness perfect for hot days. Some guests even mentioned enjoying the outdoor seating area and gardens while taking a dip. Overall, the swimming pools were a highlight of many guests' stays and a great bonus to the hotel's already ideal location.

Parking

The The Brunswick is a great choice for those looking for easy and convenient parking. The hotel boasts a small but good-sized car park, offering free onsite parking with the added benefit of electric charging for your car. Although availability can be limited during happy hour, the parking is generally secure and easily accessible from the high street. While there are some reports of parking spaces being a little tight, guests have been able to find parking and even leave their car before checking in. Some have also enjoyed the convenience of having their family rooms located next to the car park. Despite one or two rogue drivers taking up multiple handicap spaces, the overall experience of parking at the hotel has been excellent!

Family

The The Brunswick is a perfect retreat for families and friends looking to relax and unwind. Travellers with pets will be pleased to know that the hotel is well equipped to cater to their furry friends. Although some guests requested adjacent rooms, they were not accommodated. Kids had a blast during their stay and the hotel is highly recommended for those travelling with toddlers. The hotel welcomed dogs, making it a great place to holiday for the entire family. However, for families with prams, the hotel's lack of lift and several stairs may not be suitable. Guests are advised to keep in mind the hotel's accessibility if travelling with elderly or disabled family members.

Outdoor Pool

The The Brunswick boasts both indoor and outdoor pools for its guests. While the indoor pool is described as small, the outdoor pool is said to be lovely and refreshing with the added bonus of being heated and cold. However, some guests have noted that the outdoor pool was not in use during their visit due to the early season, while others have described it as dirty and awful-looking with thick green water. Despite this, the hotel's lovely outdoor seating area offers a relaxing space to enjoy live music and fireworks in the garden area at the back of the hotel.

Indoor Pool

The indoor pool at The Brunswick comes highly recommended by guests. It is beautifully presented and kept at a very warm temperature, making it a great option for swimming any time of day. Guests particularly appreciate that the hotel is pet-friendly and that towels are provided at the pool. Though some guests noted that the shower and jacuzzi in the indoor pool area were not in working order, overall, the indoor pool is considered a great asset to the hotel. Additionally, the Brunswick also boasts an outdoor pool for guests to enjoy.

Dog Friendly

If you're a dog lover, the The Brunswick in Shanklin is a great place to stay. This hotel generously caters to dogs, making sure they feel welcome and comfortable. Your furry friend can greet you upon arrival and enjoy their stay with all the amenities provided. Unlike some other hotels, the The Brunswick allows pets to stay in the room while you dine in the main restaurant. However, do note that the hotel doesn't offer the same freedom to dogs as other hotels in Shanklin. If you're travelling with your furry friend, the hotel will provide you with one of the few rooms reserved for guests with pets. A beautiful outside seating area makes for a lovely hangout spot for you and your pooch. All in all, the The Brunswick is very dog-friendly and perfect for dog-loving travellers seeking a cozy holiday spot.

Yes, The Brunswick has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at The Brunswick.

Yes, The Brunswick welcomes dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at The Brunswick.

No, The Brunswick doesn't have a gym.

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