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Royal Esplanade Hotel

3.5 star property
British cuisine with a view awaits at the Royal Esplanade Hotel, where guests can savor meals while discovering charming local attractions nearby

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Travelers start their day with a continental breakfast at the Royal Esplanade Hotel before taking in views from the terrace. The on-site restaurant serves British cuisine, and the staff provides guidance for exploring nearby attractions.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Classic Double Room

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

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Classic Single Room

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

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Premier Double Room, Sea View

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

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Premier Twin Room

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

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Premier Twin Room, Sea View

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

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Superior Double Room, Sea View

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

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Superior Twin Room, Sea View

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

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Premier Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Premier Double Room

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

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Family Room

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

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Classic Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

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

About the neighborhood

Located in Ryde, Royal Esplanade Hotel is near the beach. Portsmouth International Port and Ryde Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Isle of Wight Steam Railway and Isle of Wight Steam Railway. Isle of Wight Zoo and Amazon World Zoo Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Ryde travel guide
Map
16 The Esplanade, Isle of Wight, Ryde, England, PO33 2ED

What's nearby

  • 0_506004
    Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Appley Beach
    Appley Beach
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ryde Terminal
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ryde Harbour
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ryde Beach
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles

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

Property highlights
Consider a stay at Royal Esplanade Hotel and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the on-site British cuisine restaurant. In addition to 2 bars, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Self parking (surcharge), luggage storage, and a reception hall
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, 1 meeting room, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Reception hall
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and 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

  • Self parking fee: GBP 5 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Royal Esplanade Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 5 per day.

What time is check-in at Royal Esplanade Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Royal Esplanade Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Royal Esplanade Hotel located?

Situated in Ryde, this beach hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Ryde Terminal, Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath, and Ryde Harbour. Ryde Beach and Ryde Pier Head Terminal are also within 15 minutes. Ryde Esplanade Station and Ryde Hoverport are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Royal Esplanade Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely staff very helpful a receptionist called Kelly was very helpful. Lovely bar very relaxing all staff were very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very conveniently located for local amenities and our room had a fantastic view towards Portsmouth
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Andy

Nice breakfast and very good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

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
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, convenient with large room, great view and very good breakfast. Staff are excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

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
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8/10 Good

Steph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for one night, the staff were all extremely friendly and very helpful. The hotel itself was lovely and charming. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For a day trip via Hovercraft to the IoW it was simply perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Amenities
Very friendly staff and great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

THOMAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and cosy room, friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, very clean and good breakfast. Room service every day and staff very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

pat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very friendly and helpful and the hotel is lovely and the rooms are clean and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in a perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location near the beach
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

J

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

I would definitely stay here again!

The room was perfect! It was very spacious, clean and comfortable. The staff were all great. Polite, attentive and accommodating. Breakfast was good, with a good amount of choice and was fresh and well presented. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Katerina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very hot in the room, but with the price and location very good choice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Marios

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kelly provided outstanding service; she was polite, helpful, and a true pleasure to interact with
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great comfortable room 😊 Great location too .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable

Excellent service by staff. Accommodated us with bikes and were very helpful. Plenty of restaurants and shops nearby. Good selection for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was easy for transport and the staff were very polite I have stayed there several times and never disappointed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely character hotel. Warm, welcoming, staff very pleasant and friendly also convenient location, good parking facilities very close by. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025