My husband and i had a 4 night stay here, Ihave to say it is one of the nicest guest houses we have stayed in, (and we've stayed in a few!) We had the room with the jacuzzi, very clean and spacious room. Very nice people, the breakfast was excellent. Location wise it couldn't have been better, literally a one... more

It all started on the way down, getting to the ferry was a straight forward journey. When we got to the Isle of Wight, finding the hotel that we stayed in was easy. We arrived a little early and enjoyed a nice lunch in the Village Inn. When we went to the hotel to check in we were greeted by... more

very good friendly hotel, lorraine & roger made us feel most welcome .excellent breakfast hotel in very good position for shanklin old village. will certainly return more

Our time at the Birkdale hotel was very enjoyable and far too short! We were met with great hospitality which continued throughout our trip. The room was gorgeous (we had the one with the jet bath!), the breakfast was tasty and Shanklin kept us entertained day and night, it was all much more than we had hoped for. There is... more

We stayed here on a package for Valentines Day, the ferry was included in the cost, and we enjoyed every minute of our stay. The fresh home made bread in the morning was a delight, and the breakfst was excellent. The owners are polite and courteous and made us feel more than wwwelcome on our stay. Quick tip, if you... more

We only stayed here for a night as we came to the IoW for a wedding but we wished we were able to stay for longer. The owners are very friendly, the rooms very comfortable and the breakfast very hearty! Would recommend this B&B to anyone wanting to stay in Shanklin. more

We spent 3 nights at this very centrally located guest house in Shanklin Old Village. Room was very spacious, clean and comfortable. We were well looked after by the hosts. Good breakfast. It was 2 minutes walk to lots of village pubs with a great atmosphere and food. We will certainly stay again when visiting the Isle of Wight. more

My stay in this marvellous guest house was thoroughly enjoyable. Situated in Shanklin Old Village, a glorious and historical place, it is absolutely perfect for anyone who wants an extremely restfull holiday with no stress and delicious food! The only thing I can criticise about The Birkdale was that I wish I could have stayed longer; it is one of... more

We booked the Birkdale Hotel in Shanklin in a bit of a rush a sort of impulse holiday, the website advert looked fine but as we had never visited this small Hotel before we were a little bit wary..... but we need'nt have worried, after a pleasant trip on the Ferry and on arrival Roger greated us warmly and we... more