The Royal Hotel
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Summary of reviewsThe Royal Hotel is a charming Victorian building with superb views of the sea and a great location for exploring Ventnor and the Isle of Wight. The hotel offers excellent breakfast and dining experiences, although some guests found the pricing a bit high. The rooms are comfortable with traditional touches, although some were dated and had noise and lighting issues. The hotel prides itself on maintaining excellent cleanliness standards and the staff are welcoming, professional and attentive to guest needs. The hotel has a beautiful outdoor pool, although it's not heated and families with children may take over the area during the afternoons. Overall, The Royal Hotel is an excellent choice for a memorable stay with its period charm, exceptional service and inviting pool area.
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Luxury Hotel
An AA four silver-star hotel with 2AA rosettes for its award-winning restaurant over three decades, The Royal is a premier historic hotel. It features elegant accommodation, exotic gardens, sea views, and a heated outdoor swimming pool, providing a classic luxury experience.
Hotel near The Beach
Located on Belgrave Road, this hotel is near the coast and offers sea views. It is nestled into south-facing gardens overlooking Ventnor’s coastline. It is also located 0.1 miles away from the beach.
Dog Friendly Hotel
The Royal Hotel welcomes dogs with a small supplement and offers comfortable Classic Rooms for guests with pets. Dog bowls and treats are provided, and dogs are allowed in the Brasserie/Conservatory and cocktail bar. The hotel is near coastal walks and open spaces.
Business Hotel
The Royal Hotel is equipped to fulfill professional requirements, featuring spacious, beautifully decorated function rooms, high-speed WiFi, and discreet staff. It offers various first-class catering options and meeting rooms capable of accommodating from 8 to 150 guests with diverse seating layouts. The hotel provides amenities such as a digital projector, screen, flip chart, and pens for hire, along with free parking.
Hotel with Parking
The Royal Hotel offers two on-site car parks with ample, flat parking available, including six spaces with EV charge points. Free parking is provided for guests.
Accessible Hotel
The hotel provides level access to many key areas including reception, restaurant, and lift, with portable ramps for steps. Accessible bedrooms are available in the West wing via a lift, and some staff have disability awareness training.
4-Star Hotel
This award-winning, Victorian-style hotel offers a luxurious experience by the sea. It boasts exotic, south-facing gardens, a clifftop Riviera Terrace, and a heated outdoor pool. The Geranium restaurant has achieved 2 AA Rosettes for excellent food for 28 consecutive years and was named The Beautiful South's Restaurant of the Year 2025 (silver).
Hotel with Outdoor Pool
This 4-star award-winning hotel features a heated outdoor pool set within subtropical gardens. It is a great choice for families and offers a secluded swimming experience.
Hotel with Heated Pool
The Royal Hotel offers a heated outdoor pool situated within its subtropical gardens. This is a feature of this luxury Victorian-style hotel.
Family Friendly Hotel
Hotel with Swimming Pool
Heated Pool Outdoor Pool
Guest Reviews
The Royal Hotel is a great choice for those looking for a stay in a beautiful Victorian building in a superb location. With views of the sea and only a short walk to the beach and town center, it's a convenient spot to explore Ventnor and the Isle of Wight. The hotel has ample parking and lovely grounds to enjoy. The staff are also very helpful and the food and facilities are good. While there may be road works nearby, the location is still fantastic and the IOW is a beautiful place to visit. Overall, The Royal Hotel offers a great location and period charm for a memorable stay.
The breakfast at The Royal Hotel was exceptional and offered an excellent range of options. Guests raved about the delicious and well-cooked food and the breakfast was deemed excellent value for money. There was a good selection of items with generous portions and the service was of "old school" quality. Despite one mention of poor quality eggs, the majority of guests had a fantastic experience and felt that the breakfast food was above average. Guests who had booked online without breakfast or dinner included felt like second-class guests, but overall, the breakfast received high praise.
The Royal Hotel is known for its exceptional dining experience according to guest reviews. The restaurant dinner menu is exciting and the food is of good quality and beautifully served. The impressive dining hall and menu provide a grand setting for a lovely meal in the geranium. However, some guests were disappointed with the high-end prices of dinner not always matching their expectations and the portions could be a little small. One guest even mentioned the Seven menu being advertised throughout the hotel but not available upon request. Despite this, the majority of guests had a fantastic dining experience with amazing food and professional service from the staff. Highlights from the dinner menu included cheese souffle and perfectly cooked lemon sole. Unfortunately, some guests encountered issues with booking an evening meal and felt like second-class guests for not booking breakfast/dinner included. Overall, The Royal Hotel provides guests with an unforgettable dining experience in a grand setting.
The Royal Hotel is a charming period property offering comfortable accommodation with traditional touches. While some rooms were a bit dated and could use some refurbishment, they were still clean and comfortable and many offered lovely views of the garden or sea. Guests appreciated the elegant dining room and very comfortable beds, although some mentioned issues with noise and poor lighting in their rooms. Additionally, the bathrooms were a mixed bag with some guests enjoying the Edwardian-style fittings while others found them outdated and in need of improvement. Overall, while there were a few criticisms, the Royal Hotel is a solid choice for travelers looking for a cozy, traditional experience.
The Royal Hotel has received high praise from their guests for their excellent standards in all aspects of the hotel, including cleanliness. Visitors can expect a comfortable and clean stay with the convenience of the location making it an ideal choice. While some guests have noted that the corridors were a bit gloomy and certain rooms were a little dated, this didn't detract from the overall positive experience. However, there were some isolated incidents where guests found a few stains on the carpet or towels within their rooms. Despite these minor occurrences, the general consensus is that the Royal Hotel prides itself on maintaining a very clean and tidy environment for their guests.
The Royal Hotel has a reputation for excellent service and that's thanks in large part to its charming and capable staff. Without exception, the staff here are friendly, helpful and attentive to guest needs, whether it's accommodating a friend with mobility issues, recharging electric bikes in secure facilities or simply making great recommendations for things to see and do in the area. Many guests have commented on how welcoming and professional the receptionists and bar staff are with some even singling out specific employees like the "fantastic" Mervin. And despite a few minor hiccups, most visitors say they couldn't be happier with the service they received. Overall, if you're looking for a relaxing getaway where you can truly unwind, The Royal Hotel is an excellent choice thanks in no small part to its super-friendly staff.
The Royal Hotel boasts a beautiful outdoor pool that is perfect for cooling off in the summer months. However, some guests have mentioned that the pool is not heated and therefore too cold to use in the winter. The hotel also does not have a gym, sauna or steam-room for guests to use during the colder season. Nonetheless, the pool area is stunning with lovely furnishings and towels provided. Some guests have enjoyed lounging on the patio and exploring the pretty gardens around the pool. However, families with children seem to be taking over the pool area during the afternoons making it difficult for couples looking for some relaxation. But despite this, guests still believe that the Royal Hotel is a wonderful choice for a stay, especially with its inviting pool and scenic outdoor facilities.
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Yes, The Royal Hotel has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Outdoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at The Royal Hotel.
Yes, The Royal Hotel welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at The Royal Hotel.
No, The Royal Hotel doesn't have a gym.
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