Royal Esplanade Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach hotel with 2 bars/lounges

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Front of property - evening/night
Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Premier Twin Room, Sea View | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Free daily continental breakfast
2 bars/lounges

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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16 The Esplanade, Isle of Wight, Ryde, England, PO33 2ED
  • Place, Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ryde Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Ryde Pier Head Terminal
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Premier Double Room, Sea View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premier Twin Room, Sea View

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room, Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Twin Room, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premier Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Classic Twin Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Ryde

Close to the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath and Ryde Harbour. Ryde Beach and Ryde Pier Head Terminal are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Ryde Terminal - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ryde Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ryde Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ryde Pier Head Terminal - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Ryde Esplanade Station - 2 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪S. Fowler & Co. (Wetherspoon) - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Michelangelo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The King Lud Ryde Isle of Wight - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chocolate Apothecary - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rt Café Grill - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Royal Esplanade Hotel

3.5-star beach hotel with 2 bars/lounges
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Royal Esplanade Hotel also features a terrace, coffee/tea in a common area, and an elevator. For a fee, parking is available.

  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Royal Esplanade Hotel offers 70 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 5 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 5 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Royal Esplanade Hotel Ryde
Royal Esplanade Ryde
Royal Esplanade
Royal Esplanade Hotel Ryde Isle Of Wight
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Royal Esplanade Hotel to the airport?

Royal Esplanade Hotel is 46.2 mi (99-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Royal Esplanade Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Royal Esplanade Hotel.

How close is Royal Esplanade Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Ryde Beach and 0.9 mi (5-min drive) from Appley Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Royal Esplanade Hotel offer free breakfast?

Royal Esplanade Hotel offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Royal Esplanade Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Royal Esplanade Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Royal Esplanade Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 5 per day.

Does Royal Esplanade Hotel have a pool?

Royal Esplanade Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Royal Esplanade Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Royal Esplanade Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Royal Esplanade Hotel to downtown Ryde?

Royal Esplanade Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Ryde.

Royal Esplanade Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 356 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 395 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and cosy room, friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Traveled with family

Don’t get taken for a Ryde

Staff friendly enough but hotel and rooms are very tired and in need of complete refurbishment. There is no double glazing so spent most of the night awake listening to the yobbos screeching up and down the main road on motorbikes.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Nice breakfast and very good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and very helpful. Room was really good, quiet and good size bathroom. Great cooked breakfast. Great location, close to the railway station and bus station.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location.Clean. Breakfast good.Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jim

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very pleasent stay

Clean room, staff were lovely
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon, Eastbourne

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is warm & welcoming. This is my go to for it is close to the buses, the hovercraft & the fastest offer many portions to see all the locals sighs
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good. Booked for next year already
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Dinig options were excellent and flexible. All the staff were friendly, approachable and very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accommodating. Safe storage for our bikes. Staff attentive and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ryde Isle of Wight

A great hotel with nice rooms and friendly staff. Check-in was easy and quick. A great location being close to the town centre, bus station, Hovercraft terminal and Pier for Catermaran boat services to Portsmouth. It would have been nice if the check in time could have been a little earlier, as 4pm is quite a late time to start check in otherwise everything else was excellent. The breakfast was nice as it was included in the price of the room and you had the choice of a full English breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, convenient with large room, great view and very good breakfast. Staff are excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marios

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kelly provided outstanding service; she was polite, helpful, and a true pleasure to interact with
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Staff & service
Nice hotel, a 3 or 3.5*. A bit dated, especially for the price. Nice room though imagine it’s cold in winter with the old windows. Bathroom seemed updated. Kettle and instant coffee and tea in the room. Breakfast included was ok, but still no decent coffee! Good location opposite the sea front and easy to walk to local areas. Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Saqib

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The breakfast room had flies flying around in it and the cooked breakfast was very basic. Hotel rooms were clean but outdated. The towel rail didnt work.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Traveled with family
The room was lovely, clean and bright, the staff very friendly and attentive, breakfast was very nice and dinning room smart and clean. The only downside I found was having to hand the key in every time you went out, it was a bit of a pain having to queue to get the key when staff checking people in Saying that I would still stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mustaq

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For a day trip via Hovercraft to the IoW it was simply perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Steph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for one night, the staff were all extremely friendly and very helpful. The hotel itself was lovely and charming. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Biswajit

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

John, TAMPA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
We liked the breakfast and the lobby. We disliked the fact that our toilet did not flush properly and that we had to report it for three days before action was taken. The WiFi was spotty.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was exactly what I wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025