The Clifton
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The Clifton

1 Queen's Rd, Shanklin, Isle of Wight PO37 6AN, United Kingdom
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Highlights
Delicious breakfast
Free parking
Lots to do
Amenities
Private parkingFree
Luggage Storage
Bar
Multi-Function Room
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
Express Check-In and Check-Out
English
Snack Bar
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Property Description
With a stay at The Clifton in Shanklin, you'll be a 4-minute walk from Shanklin Chine and 5 minutes by foot from Shanklin Beach. This beach inn is 18.3 mi (29.4 km) from Gunwharf Quays and 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from Ryde Pier Head Terminal.
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9.1/10
Great
Cleanliness9.1
Amenities9.1
Location9.1
Service9.1
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Surroundings
Airport: Southampton Airport
(63.4 km)
Train: Shanklin
(970m)
Train: Lake
(3.4 km)
Landmarks: Seaside Amusements
(<100m)
Landmarks: The Parish Church of Saint Saviour on the Cliff
(120m)
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Rooms

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Services & Amenities

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Single Room
4

Single Room

1 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Towels
Private toilet
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Premier Suite
11

Premier Suite

1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Ocean view
Electric fan
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Standard Twin Room
4

Standard Twin Room

2 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Towels
Private toilet
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Standard Double Room
3

Standard Double Room

1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Towels
Private toilet
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Double or Twin Room with Balcony
4

Double or Twin Room with Balcony

2 Single bed or 1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
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Small Double Room With Sea View
5

Small Double Room With Sea View

1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
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Deluxe Double Room
4

Deluxe Double Room

1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Electric fan
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Double Room with Bay View
4

Double Room with Bay View

1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
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9.1/10
Great
50 reviews
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  • Cleanliness9.1
  • Amenities9.1
  • Location9.1
  • Service9.1
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AI Summary
Guests enjoy varied, fresh breakfast and spacious, modern rooms with great views. They appreciate the friendly, helpful staff and prime location near attractions. The hotel maintains high cleanliness standards.
P‍a‍p‍a‍t‍o‍n‍3
April 1, 2024
This hotel is located just by the Shanklin beach and it’s handy for the Shanklin railway station. The staff is really friendly and breakfast is pretty good. More importantly, the room is cozy and comfy with beautiful seaside views. Highly recommend.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
October 22, 2023
cool, but the room is a little bit small
m‍w‍o‍ ‍m
August 20, 2025
We were a group of 10 Muslim ladies and we all felt as if we had come home the staff were friendly and very helpful and the rooms were clean bed very comfortable and breakfast and location was amazing I will definitely stay here if I came back
G‍o‍7‍7‍9‍5‍7‍0
August 19, 2025
I found the Clifton Hotel to have positives and negatives. It's position on top of the cliff in Shanklin is very good. As was the excellent breakfast. The lounge,bar and outside arras were also good Negatives. It appears that our luxury room was adjacent to a doss house in a somewhat delapidated state. There is no lift. So if you fancy hauling your cases upstairs? The view to the rear of the hotel is none existant. You couldn't eat in your room. For me the bar menu was limited to basket meals. Also if you didn't want to drink the wine in the fridge they removed the wine glasses??? Would l stay at the Clifton again. Yes l would. But l would go for a room with a view to the front of the hotel. Take a room on a lower floor and ignore the no eating rule in the room imposed by the staff. I'd also take my own wine glasses
P‍o‍o‍l‍e‍l‍i‍v‍e‍r
August 16, 2025
The hotel’s charm is in its friendliness and its situation looking out to sea. The breakfasts are a treat with a wide choice of fruit and cereal prior to a good cooked dish. A relaxing, quiet place to stay with a lovely conservatory and garden as well as easy access to a clifftop stroll and a nearby path down to the beach. Shanklin Old Village is a short amble away.
s‍h‍o‍u‍w‍a‍n‍g‍t‍i‍a‍n‍k‍o
September 5, 2025
The B&B has an excellent location with stunning views and an easy walk into Shanklin town centre/old village and the beach. We received a very warm welcome on arrival and were given lots of information. The house is full of character and has been carved up over the years to create the en-suite bedrooms so we did experience some noise issues from adjoining rooms. However, our room was very comfortable, we had plenty of storage and hanging space and fantastic sea views. The bathroom was a little on the small size and could have done with an extra shelf for storing toiletries etc. The breakfast menu has lots of options and everything is cooked fresh to order. We would like to thank the Team for making our stay at the Clifton very enjoyable and memorable.
L‍o‍u‍i‍s‍e‍T‍1‍2‍3‍0
August 17, 2025
We stayed at The Clifton for 5 nights in a wonderful room overlooking the sea. The room had everything we needed with plenty of space and storage and amazing views. The breakfast was delicious with lots of choice ( and the most delicious marmalade ever). We ate in the hotel every evening as we had been out exploring all day. There is a good range of light meals which was more than enough for us. Everything was very accessible and in easy walking distance but there is also a shuttle bus that takes you around Shanklin ( in the Summer only I think). We managed to see most of the island using the buses which were very reliable. We will definitely return to The Clifton. We were made to feel very welcome and nothing was too much trouble.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 13, 2025
Lovely old victorian hotel with incredible views of the sea from the front rooms. Wonderful breakfast and the staff couldn't be nicer. You can get a newspaper in the morning.....who does that anymore? You can also have dinner or lunch there. Very convienient for people who like to walk. There is a walkway along the cliff right outside the door and you can walk down to the beach and Esplanade below. But too tired to hike back up the hill......there is a "LIFT" which will take you back up. Our room was lovely, although in July the sun comes streaming in quite early. We will stay there again.

Services & Amenities

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Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available Off-site parking. Reservation not needed.
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Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–22:00
Check-out: 07:30–11:00
Child policies
Children 10 year old and over are permitted to stay in some room types at this hotel
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.

Breakfast
TypeContinental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Vegetarian
StyleBuffet, Boxed/packaged food
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old

Paying at the hotel

  • Cash

Property Description

  • Number of Rooms: 15
Phone:+44-1983863015
With a stay at The Clifton in Shanklin, you'll be a 4-minute walk from Shanklin Chine and 5 minutes by foot from Shanklin Beach. This beach inn is 18.3 mi (29.4 km) from Gunwharf Quays and 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from Ryde Pier Head Terminal.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This inn also features complimentary wireless internet access and a reception hall.

You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of The Clifton, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Featured amenities include luggage storage and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.

Stay in one of 15 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Clifton?

The check-in time at The Clifton is 15:00-22:00 and the check-out time is 11:00.

Are pets allowed at The Clifton?

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at The Clifton.

Does The Clifton provide breakfast?

Yes, guests at The Clifton can enjoy breakfast during their stay. Breakfast option(s): Continental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Vegetarian.

How much does it cost to stay at The Clifton?

Prices at The Clifton are subject to change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. To view prices, please search for the dates you wish to stay at the hotel.

Which airport is closest to The Clifton?

Southampton Airport is the closest airport to The Clifton, and it is about 1 hour 59 mins from hotel by car (63.4 km).

What is the cancellation policy for The Clifton?

The cancellation policy for The Clifton varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

About This Property

Nearest AirportSouthampton Airport
Distance to Airport63.42KM
Nearest Train StationShanklin
Distance to Train Station0.97KM
Average Price FromNZD441
Hotel Star Rating4