At Royal Esplanade Hotel, unwind with a continental breakfast or take in the views from the terrace. Enjoy British cuisine at the on-site restaurant, and explore nearby attractions with helpful staff guidance.
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Parking available
Bar
Free WiFi
Main amenities (11)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
Self parking
Coffee shop/cafe
Terrace
Coffee/tea in a common area
Meeting room
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk
Reception hall
Feel at home (6)
Private bathroom
Television
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Elevator
Bathtub or shower
Room options
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Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
Daily housekeeping
151 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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16 The Esplanade, Isle of Wight, Ryde, England, PO33 2ED
What's nearby
Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Ryde Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Ryde Pier Head Terminal - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Appley Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Fishbourne Car And Passenger Terminal - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
Getting around
Southampton (SOU) - 90 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 135 min drive
Ryde Hoverport - 2 min walk
Ryde Esplanade Station - 2 min walk
Ryde Pier Head Station - 10 min walk
Restaurants
Ryde Pier Cafe - 2 min walk
S Fowler & Co - 5 min walk
Blacksheep Bar - 5 min walk
Chocolate Apothecary - 1 min walk
Michelangelo - 2 min walk
About this property
Royal Esplanade Hotel
Royal Esplanade Hotel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Ryde Pier Head Terminal. You can relax with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
Dutch, English
At a glance
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Hotel size
70 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (GBP 5 per day)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast 7:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Beach nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
Terrace
Reception hall
Victorian architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine.
Fees & policies
Parking
Self parking costs GBP 5 per day
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
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
Does Royal Esplanade Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Royal Esplanade Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Royal Esplanade Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Royal Esplanade Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 5 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Royal Esplanade Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Royal Esplanade Hotel and nearby?
Royal Esplanade Hotel has 2 bars.
Are there restaurants at or near Royal Esplanade Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers British cuisine.
What's the area around Royal Esplanade Hotel like?
Royal Esplanade Hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Ryde Hoverport and 11 minutes' walk from Ryde Pier Head Terminal. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Royal Esplanade Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Room
Breakfast
Location
Bed
Bathroom
Food
Shower
Islands
View
What guests liked
Breakfast options were perfectly adequate to good, with great choices and well-prepared food. (53 reviews)
The property's beachfront location offers stunning views and easy access to the beach. (7 reviews)
Food was excellent, with delicious and plentiful meals served with fantastic service. (7 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
Great location, very clean and good breakfast. Room service every day and staff very helpful
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 14, 2025
Great view
Fabulous view. Lovely lady at reception upgraded my room which was very nice indeed with another great view across the Solent to Portsmouth.
Graham
Graham, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2025
The helpfulness of the staff great breakfasts enhanced by views of hovercraft coming and going the old and pretty ramshackle lay-out of the building.
Paul
Paul, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 19, 2025
Great room
Room was large and comfortable with great sea views staf are frendly and helpfull eould definitely stay there again
ian
ian, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
Everyone so friendly and accommodating. Had a great quiet time which was well needed.
Steve
Steve, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2024
Great Hotel
Great place to relax and enjoy the isle of wight.
Paviter
Paviter, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2025
We arrived early and asked to leave our luggage whilst we went out for the day. Staff were very helpful, allowing us to check into our room much earlier. The beds were very comfortable and the breakfast was delicious. It’s in a great location.
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 8, 2024
Enjoyed our 5 day stay. The staff were very helpful. Great English Breakfast.
barry
barry, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
Vintage , room was huge and stay was comfortable
INAYAT U
INAYAT U, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2024
This is go to for my autumn retreat & the staff are very friendly & welcoming
Simon
Simon, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 14, 2025
The staffs were friendly and accommodating. The room was really clean and they replenish basic things everyday like tissue, shampoo and coffee. The only issue is the wifi that is not working or maybe cannot reach our room. Plus there is no good signal in the room where we were staying.
Catherine
Catherine, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 24, 2024
Staff were very pleasant, rooms clean, breakfast was lovely
Molly
Molly, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 23, 2025
Everything was to our expectation ,we were fully satisfied❤
Pushpa
Pushpa, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 14, 2025
We were a bit disappointed with the hotel and with the unexpected parking charge of £5 per day to park 60 yards away in an unsupervised stony yard. The hotel room was clean and well decorated but the cleaning service was not too good ie towels not folded in morning, tea bags not replenished, bed not made up very well. The Dining Room was nice but the service was disorganised and it was obvious that the coach party there at same time was their main priority. We were informed that a 6.30pm evening was available and that we were allocated a table for the stay, however after the first day they changed the time to 7.00pm without informing us and we were told just to sit anywhere there was an empty table. The service was hit and miss, I heard several guests commenting to the waitresses they had been waiting half an hour for their food. The furniture in the lounges was old and tired with split leather seats and worn carpets. We would only rate this hotel 3 star at most and will not be returning and will not recommend this to any of our friends.
Paul
Paul, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2024
Excellent
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2024
All round a lovely stay.
Gemma
Gemma, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2024
Overnighter
Stayed here overnight whilst out on works chrismas do. Service was fab, all staff were friendly and attentive. Room was lovely, very comfortable bed and lovely en suite with huge shower. Breakfast was excellent, great choices.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
The hotel was strategically located near the buses and ferry.
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2024
For what we paid, this hotel was very good value. Great location for all transport links and great breakfast options too. I happily stay here again.
Paul
Paul, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2024
Found staff very helpful and friendly like the biscuits on hospitality tray
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2024
We stayed at the hotel for my parents golden wedding anniversary. Had a lovely stay, friendly staff and comfortable rooms.
Graziella
Graziella, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 10, 2024
Good hotel , great location for ferries , buses , trains , shopping, dining , and bars .
Great base to explore the Island .
Dane
Dane, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2024
Lovely traditional hotel
Traditional hotel with a fabulous seafront location. The room and bathroom were a good size. Very comfortable bed. We opted for an upgraded sea view room which was lovely… but if you’re a light sleeper br prepared for both hovercrafts starting up at 6am!! Good selection for breakfast.
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2023
Really nice hotel.
Akihiro
Akihiro, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 24, 2024
Lovely traditional sea front hotel
Lovely traditional sea front hotel - a great way to end the IOW festival. Staff were charming and friendly.