Royal Esplanade Hotel
16 Esplanade, Ryde PO33 2ED England
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#87 of 427 hotels in Isle of Wight
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Conveniently located on the esplanade this Victorian hotel has unique sea views and benefits from being on a level seafront position. The beach is close by and the shops and holiday attractions of the well-known resort of Ryde are only a short walk away. The hotel is also well-situated for buses, taxis, trains and the hovercraft, so offers the ideal base to travel all around the island as well as over to Portsmouth with its rich maritime history. The seafront position lends itself to some wonderful views from the restaurant and lounges - the perfect place to sit back and relax. A car is ideal for getting around the undulating roads of the Isle of Wight and there is a plethora of things to see and do for all ages. Whether touring historic houses or visiting natural adventure parks, watching the yachting action and festivities of Cowes week, or just relaxing on one of the islands many beaches, you are sure to enjoy the island’s unique charm.
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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Free wifi in the business centre
Bar / lounge
Board games / puzzles
Highchairs available
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Non-smoking hotel
Street parking
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Kids' meals
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus
Meeting rooms
Outdoor furniture
First aid kit
24-hour front desk
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Ocean view
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Grade: 96 out of 100
59Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles
21Attractionswithin 0.3 miles
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Ideal and comfortable hotel with friendly and helpful people - our third stay this year. A lovely room with a view, excellent food for breakfast and dinner and the hotel is so conveniently located with all transport links close by: buses, trains, ferries and hovercraft. The Royal Esplanade is our go-to place on the island - we shall be beck in 2024!
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Chris Williamson, Marketing at Royal Esplanade Hotel
Responded 5 days ago
Hello, Thank you for writing us a fantastic review. So pleased to read that our team and catered experience is so well enjoyed! We really appreciate your support and repeat visits throughout 2023 and look forward to welcoming you again in 2024.
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Stay here for a night for business work . Room was tired plaster was missing from the ceiling , paint flaking bathroom was like going back in time, shower was like my nans,wood around the bath rotten by screen. Always double check your belongings , as your not guaranteed to get them back. Went to the restaurant and was told if I wanted the standard menu I could have it , now or if I wanted the 2nd menu there was a wait due to having 2 coaches in. I had a starter which was supposed to be King Prawns for £9.95 Pan-fried in a chilli garlic and basil ,with a warm facaccia.very nice I thought ,well what a disappointment when arrived ,a few prawns and a burn bits of toast.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Responded 3 weeks ago
Hello, Thank you for feeding back to us and thank you for choosing to stay with us here at The Royal Esplanade Hotel. This is unusual to read of such a low satisfaction score, our maintenance team will be upset to hear that there is a room which does not meet our high standards and they shall be informed immediately, along with our General Manager. I shall pass your notes back to our Kitchen Team to keep an eye on the toasted items leaving the kitchen and to research why the plated dishes did not meet expectation this time. Thank you again for feeding back to us and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future.
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Wonderful staff. First class service from Gemma and Bobby and the team. Attentive, friendly. A relaxed atmosphere with nothing too much trouble. It’s a historical building, sitting on land which was once the sea. There lots of island charm and informality without it being lacklustre or tacky. A great stay.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Chris Williamson, Marketing at Royal Esplanade Hotel
Responded 4 weeks ago
Thank you for your fantastic review. I shall pass your kind words onto Gemma and Bobby! We do love our little corner of the Isle of Wight, especially with its transport links and historic identity. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future!
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The bed was so comfortable and very clean , i was very impressed with the room which had a lovely seaview , i would definetly stay here again . The room was opposite the hovercraft coming in and out .
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 4 weeks ago
Hello! Thank you for your kind review. We are so pleased to read that you had a wonderful stay with us! Watching the Hover Crafts dance across the water is certainly a highlight to the the beautiful Solent view. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
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We had our wedding here and we couldnt have chosen a more perfect location, we cannot recommend this venue highly enough! From the first meeting to the wedding and the reception day itself, Bobby and her team made the whole day run smoothly from beginning to end, always on hand when needed and always with smiles on their faces. The decorations were everything we asked for and looked stunning! (I've added a couple of photos, but they really don't do the decorations justice) The rooms were lovely and clean, the food perfect.....nothing was ever too much trouble. Family and friends who attended the wedding all complimented the hotel, the staff, the food and how beautiful it looked.....We would highly recommend this hotel for any occasion, be it wedding, birthday or any other event, what ever the occasion you will get 5 star service. …
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Chris Williamson, Marketing at Royal Esplanade Hotel
Responded 17 Oct 2023
Thank you so much for choosing The Royal Esplanade Hotel as the venue for your special day. We are thrilled to hear that your wedding was everything you had hoped for and that you had such a wonderful experience with us. Our team, led by Bobby, strives to provide exceptional service and create unforgettable moments for our guests. We are delighted to know that they were able to make your day run smoothly from start to finish, ensuring that you and your guests were well taken care of. Your kind words about the decorations and the cleanliness of our rooms mean a lot to us. We always aim to exceed expectations and create a beautiful ambiance for every occasion. It brings us great joy to hear that your family and friends were equally impressed with the hotel, the staff, the food, and the overall atmosphere. Your recommendation means the world to us, as it reassures us that we are delivering the 5-star service we strive for. Once again, thank you for choosing The Royal Esplanade Hotel for your wedding. We are honoured to have been a part of your special day and look forward to welcoming you back for any future celebrations or events.
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Good location - rooms are a little variable I think. We booked via Expedia and despite getting confirmations of the reservation the hotel had no record of our booking, which was stressful. They did have a room for us - right at the top of the hotel which would not be ideal if you had any mobility issues as the lift does not run to all levels and is very small. The sloping ceiling also made the bathroom something of a challenge - I bumped my head and I am only short. Breakfast is fine and we had a meal at the hotel one evening which was good. Given the hotel is used by large groups they ask you to prebook a breakfast slot. Harry's Bar is a very pleasant spot for a drink.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 17 Oct 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at The Royal Esplanade Hotel. We appreciate your feedback and are glad that you found our location to be convenient for your travel needs. We apologise for the inconvenience you experienced with your booking through Expedia. We would like to assure you that we are investigating this issue with Expedia to ensure that it does not happen again in the future. We are sorry to hear that the room assigned to you was not to your liking and that you found some challenges with the bathroom. We appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration as we continue to make improvements to our facilities. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your meals at our hotel and found Harry's Bar to be a pleasant spot for a drink. We hope that you will consider staying with us again in the future. Thank you once again for your review and for choosing to stay at The Royal Esplanade Hotel.
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Room with a view of the Solent & the pier. I stayed here for a couple of days & the staff are very friendly & I thoroughly enjoyed the stay. I was near the top floor & had the best view of the hovercraft come & go. The hotel is near the bus station, & the train station.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Responded 17 Oct 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at The Royal Esplanade Hotel. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and that our friendly team made your visit even more enjoyable. It's great to know that you had a room with a stunning view of the Solent and the pier, allowing you to witness the hovercraft coming and going. We take pride in our convenient location near the bus station and train station, ensuring easy access for our guests. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another memorable stay in the future.
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Excellent location for transport both to the Island and within it. Very helpful staff both housekeeping and conference facilities. Cooking very good. There is some noise on weekend evenings at the front of the hotel from the pub next door but it did not go on late.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Responded 17 Oct 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience at The Royal Esplanade Hotel. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our friendly and efficient service, as well as our excellent location and delicious food. It brings us great joy to know that you had a nice room with a good view of the sea. Our team takes pride in creating a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere for our guests. We are also thrilled to hear that our staff members were professional, friendly and helpful throughout your stay. We believe that exceptional service is key to providing a memorable experience. Furthermore, we are glad that you found our restaurant's food to be excellent. Our chefs work hard to create delicious dishes using the finest ingredients. We are pleased to know that our hotel's convenient location made it easy for you to explore the town and enjoy the nearby walks along the esplanade and around Ryde. Thank you once again for your kind words. It was a pleasure having you as our guest, and we look forward to welcoming you back to The Royal Esplanade Hotel in the near future.
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Nice room with good view over the sea All the staff were very friendly and helpful Restaurant had excellent food Very convenient for buses and trains Really nice location in interesting town with lovely walks along the esplanade
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Welcome to the 1970’s !! First and foremost I have to say the staff at this hotel are first rate, can’t recall the lady with the green eyes but she was awesome. However, the higher you go up the floors the more dated this hotel is… was like stepping back in time. I paid extra for a premier room which was ok. Shower was so slow as as you got into the shower your bumped your head as it was in the eves of the roof. Food, nothing like you see in pictures.. again think 1970’s, bland, tasteless and the same for the breakfast. We had booked for 2 nights but checked out after one and moved to Shanklin. However, can’t praise the staff enough.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Chris Williamson, Marketing at Royal Esplanade Hotel
Responded 17 Oct 2023
Thank you for sharing your feedback about your recent stay at The Royal Esplanade Hotel. We appreciate your kind words regarding our team, and we will be sure to pass on your compliments to the lady with the green eyes. We are sorry to hear that the overall appearance of the hotel did not meet your expectations. We understand that certain aspects, such as the décor honoured throughout the hotels lifespan, may not appeal to everyone. Regarding the shower, we apologise for any inconvenience you experienced. We will investigate this matter further to ensure that all our rooms are in proper working order. As for the food, we regret that it did not meet your expectations. We take all guest feedback seriously, and we will share your comments with our culinary team to address any areas of improvement. We are disappointed to hear that you chose to check out early. We hope that you will give us another opportunity to provide you with a more enjoyable stay in the future. Once again, we appreciate your kind words about our staff, and we hope to welcome you back to The Royal Esplanade Hotel in the future.
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PRICE RANGE
US$93 - US$116 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Royal Esplanade Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Royal Esplanade Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Russell Ince's Christmas Imaginarium (0.2 miles), Ryde Harbour (0.04 miles), and The Royal Victoria Arcade (0.1 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Royal Esplanade Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and meeting rooms.
What food & drink options are available at Royal Esplanade Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Royal Esplanade Hotel?
Yes, paid private parking on-site, paid public parking nearby, and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Royal Esplanade Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include No64 Ryde, Ada Mediterranean Kitchen, and Alamo Bar & Grill.
Does Royal Esplanade Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Are there any historical sites close to Royal Esplanade Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Little Woodham Living History Village (4.6 miles), Bembridge Windmill (4.4 miles), and The Round Tower (4.6 miles).
Does Royal Esplanade Hotel have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.