Beachfront hotels in Shanklin

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Shanklin. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Ocean View Shanklin, United Kingdom

  

  Hotel. Located in Shanklin, on the Isle of Wight, Ocean View is set on the south-east coast of the island. There is free Wi-Fi in public areas, including the bar and restaurant. Many of the rooms at Ocean View boast balconies with extensive sea views. Every room offers an en suite bathroom, a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Ocean View features a piano lounge and a large restaurant. There are a collection of shops housed in traditional thatched cottages just 10 minutes’ walk from the property, along with the start of a scenic coastal cliff walk. Shanklin Train Station is half a mile away, Amazon World Zoo Park is just over 3 miles away and Carisbrooke Castle less than a 25-minute drive away. Afton Park offers a range of outdoor adventure activities including kayaking and archery and can be reached in 40 minutes by car. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 6.2, rooms from around 90 GBP.

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• 2 Shoreside inn Shanklin, United Kingdom

  

  Hotel. Situated in Shanklin, 60 metres from Shanklin Beach, shoreside inn features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Built in 19th century, this 4-star hotel is within 32 km of Portsmouth Harbour and 37 km of Mary Rose Museum. The property is non-smoking and is set 2. 8 km from Sandown Beach. All rooms at the hotel are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. Each room comes with a kettle, while selected rooms also boast a terrace and others also feature sea views. At shoreside inn the rooms have bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, Full English/Irish or vegetarian options. Port Solent is 42 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 63 km from shoreside inn. Show full description Guest review score 9.9

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• 3 The Clifton Shanklin, United Kingdom

  

  Hotel. With a beautiful cliff top location, The Clifton boasts views over Sandown Bay from its conservatory lounge and garden. Leading onto Keats's Green, it has a bistro that uses local produce in its menu. Many bedrooms have views of the Isle of Wight’s coast, and some have a balcony. Each room features free Wi-Fi, a TV, radio, a private bathroom and free tea, coffee and hot chocolate facilities. The dining room provides home-cooked food using seasonal ingredients from the nearby farmland. Special dietary requirements can be catered for. The bar stocks beers brewed on the Isle. The garden opens onto the Coastal Walk between Shanklin and Sandown. The picturesque Shanklin Old Village is 5 minutes’ walk away, and Shanklin Chine and the beach are also just a few minutes’ walk. Guest review score 8.6

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• 4 Harrow Lodge Hotel Shanklin, United Kingdom

  

  Hotel. Nestled in the popular seaside resort of Shanklin, the Harrow Lodge Hotel overlooks Shanklin Beach, Sandown Bay and Culver Cliffs. It boasts a fully-licensed bar, a restaurant, a TV lounge, free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi. With colourful decoration, the rooms at Harrow Lodge each feature an en suite bathroom, complimentary toiletries, a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. The restaurant serves a full daytime menu, with evening meals also available. Guests with special dietary requirements can be catered for. From the hotel, the famous Crab Inn is less than a mile away. Shanklin Chine, a wooded coastal ravine with waterfalls and lush vegetation, is just 7 minutes’ walk away. Isle of Wight Zoo is 9 minutes’ drive from the hotel. Ryde Ferry Terminal is a 21-minute journey in the car from the property. Show full description Guest review score 8.4

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• 5 Villa Mentone Hotel Shanklin, United Kingdom

  

  Hotel. Located in Shanklin, 400 metres from Shanklin Beach, Villa Mentone Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. Providing a bar, the property is located within 3 km of Sandown Beach. The property is non-smoking and is set 30 km from Portsmouth Harbour. At the hotel, every room is fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms come with a kettle, while some rooms will provide you with a terrace and others also provide guests with sea views. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options. Mary Rose Museum is 35 km from Villa Mentone Hotel, while Port Solent is 40 km away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 61 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 7.9

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• 6 Haven Hall Hotel Shanklin, United Kingdom

  

  Hotel. Situated within 2 acres of land, Haven Hall Hotel offers accommodation in Shanklin Isle of Wight. The property is located on the cliff top, offering views of the sea, cliffs and the bay. Free private parking is available on site. Queen Victoria's summer palace, Osborne House is 18 km away from the accommodation. This boutique hotel has 14 en-suite bedrooms, 7 of which have living rooms and kitchen attached. All rooms are air-conditioned with free WiFi. The bedrooms have super king size bed, which can be made into 2 twin beds if requested. The 2 acre garden includes a lawn tennis court and a swimming pool. Guests can engage in various activities in the area, such as golf, horse riding, snorkelling and windsurfing. The hotel provides a helipad and Tesla/Electric vehicle charging stations which are complimentary for guests. The ferry terminal at Ryde is 13 km from Haven Hall Hotel, while Cowes is 23 km away. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.8

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• 7 Chine Side Shanklin, United Kingdom

  

  Bed and Breakfast. Situated in Shanklin, Chine Side features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. The bed and breakfast offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and shower. Guests at Chine Side can enjoy a continental breakfast. Shanklin Beach is 500 metres from the accommodation, while Portsmouth Harbour is 29 km from the property. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 60 km from Chine Side. Show full description Guest review score 9.6

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• 8 The Miclaran Shanklin, United Kingdom

  

  Guest house. Situated on the Isle of Wight, in a quiet location between the popular seaside towns Shanklin and Sandown, The Miclaran Guest House boasts a cliff top location by the sea. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and on-site parking. Shanklin Railway Station is a 13-minute walk from the adult-only property. The landscaped gardens lead onto the coastal path, with panoramic sea views over Sandown Bay to Culver Cliff. The beach can be accessed from steps nearby and the bay offers a variety of water sports such as canoeing, sailing, and paddle boarding. Each room at The Miclaran features an en-suite bathroom with shower and free toiletries, tea/coffee making facilities, a hairdryer and a flat-screen TV. Many rooms also offer scenic views of the English Channel. Guests at the Miclaran can enjoy a freshly cooked breakfast from a varied menu including vegetarian options. For other meals, the Shanklin Esplanade has an array of restaurants and bars and is located just a 15-minute walk away. Both Shanklin Sandown Golf Club and Browns Golf are within a 5-minute drive from the property. Ferries are available from Portsmouth to FIshbourne, Lymington to Yarmouth or Southampton to East Cowes. Guest review score 9.2

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• 9 Static Caravan Shanklin, United Kingdom

  

  Holiday park. Offering garden views, Static Caravan in Shanklin offers accommodation, a garden, a restaurant, a bar, a casino and a tennis court. Each unit comes with a sofa bed, a seating area, a TV with satellite channels, a well-fitted kitchen and a private bathroom with bidet and shower. A fridge, an oven and microwave are also featured, as well as a kettle. A children's playground and a barbecue are available for guests at the holiday park to use. Shanklin Beach is 1.4 km from Static Caravan, while Portsmouth Harbour is 29 km away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 60 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 7.0

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• 10 The Bay house Apartments , shanklin Shanklin, United Kingdom

  

  Apartment. The Bay house Apartments, shanklin has sea views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Shanklin, 200 metres from Shanklin Beach. The apartment provides guests with a terrace, city views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A stovetop and toaster are also offered, as well as a kettle. A bicycle rental service is available at The Bay house Apartments, shanklin. Portsmouth Harbour is 30 km from the accommodation, while Mary Rose Museum is 35 km from the property. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 61 km from The Bay house Apartments, shanklin. Show full description Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around 280 GBP.

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• 11 Tides Reach Shanklin, United Kingdom

  

  Apartment. Located in Shanklin, just a few steps from Shanklin Beach, Tides Reach provides beachfront accommodation with free WiFi. Featuring a balcony, the apartment is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, fishing and snorkelling. Providing a terrace and sea views, the apartment includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. A barbecue is available on site and both canoeing and cycling can be enjoyed within close proximity of the apartment. Portsmouth Harbour is 32 km from Tides Reach, while Mary Rose Museum is 37 km away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 63 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 9.3

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• 12 Bay Vue & Apartment 7, The Bay House Shanklin, United Kingdom

  

  Apartment. Set in Shanklin in the Isle of Wight region, with Shanklin Beach nearby, Bay Vue & Apartment 7, The Bay House offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The apartment provides guests with a balcony, sea views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. A dishwasher, a microwave and stovetop are also featured, as well as a kettle. A terrace is available on site and hiking can be enjoyed within close proximity of Bay Vue & Apartment 7, The Bay House. Portsmouth Harbour is 29 km from the accommodation, while Mary Rose Museum is 35 km away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 61 km from Bay Vue & Apartment 7, The Bay House. Show full description Guest review score 8.2

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• 13 Waterfront Inn Shanklin, United Kingdom

  

  Inn. Facing the beachfront, Waterfront Inn offers 3-star accommodation in Shanklin and has a shared lounge, terrace and restaurant. This 3-star inn features free WiFi and a bar. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. All guest rooms in the inn are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, some units at Waterfront Inn also have a sea view. At the accommodation all rooms include bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes à la carte, Full English/Irish and vegetarian options. Shanklin Beach is a few steps from Waterfront Inn, while Portsmouth Harbour is 32 km from the property. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 63 km from the inn. Show full description Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around 59 GBP.

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