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The Clifton

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach inn with restaurant

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Premier Suite | Balcony
Premier Suite | Balcony
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Front of property
View from property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
1 Queen's Road, Shanklin, England, PO37 6AN
  • Shanklin Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Shanklin Old Village
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Shanklin Chine
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Southampton (SOU)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Room options

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Double or Twin Room, Balcony | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Double or Twin Room, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Bay View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Double Room, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Sea View (Small) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Double Room, Sea View (Small)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premier Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premier Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Shanklin

In Shanklin .Your stay at this Shanklin inn places you within a 10-minute walk of Shanklin Chine and Shanklin Beach. Shanklin Theatre and Rylstone Gardens are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Shanklin Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Shanklin Old Village - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shanklin Chine - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shanklin Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sandown Beach - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Shanklin Station - 11 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shanklin Chine - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Laburnum Cottage Tea Rooms - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fishermans Cottage - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Copper Kettle - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Crab - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Clifton

3.5-star beach inn with restaurant
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at The Clifton. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Shanklin inn is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Clifton offers 15 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers. This Shanklin inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 1 and March 3.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 9 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 9 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Clifton Inn Shanklin
Clifton Shanklin
The Clifton Inn
The Clifton Shanklin
The Clifton Inn Shanklin

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Clifton to the airport?

The Clifton is 39 mi (113-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Clifton?

As of Jun 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Clifton on Jul 2, 2025 start from $214.43, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Clifton have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Clifton.

How close is The Clifton to the beach?

This inn is a short 5-minute walk from Shanklin Beach and 11-minute walk from Small Hope Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Clifton offer free breakfast?

The Clifton does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Clifton?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Clifton?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at The Clifton?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Clifton have a pool?

The Clifton does not have a pool.

Does The Clifton have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Clifton have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Clifton to downtown Shanklin?

The Clifton is 0.2 mi away from Shanklin.

The Clifton Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Beautiful home with plenty of room to relax and enjoy the scenery. Very convenient for walking down to the beach as well as walking into town
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this hotel. Superb location and staff are very friendly
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Visitor

Great location, good service and nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff, good twin room and an excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

PATRICK

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Stay at the Clifton.

I have stayed in a few hotels in the IOW but this was the best to date. The staff were really friendly and helped to make it a really relaxed environment. Rooms comfortable and clean with good on suite facilities. Really enjoyed the Clifton. Great location on the sea front.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

GRAHAM

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Anand

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Ragnhild

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and helpful staff, good location, great breakfast and good-size rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Gareth

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel and staff

Friendly staff good breakfast no issues
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Manalapan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spacious room (#2). Very helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

HyukJin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very nice hotel with great view at room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

A wonderful and peaceful place.

We booked the hotel for six nights but as it was so good we extended our stay to eight nights. Our room had a wonderful view over the sea but was also very quiet. It has a lovely peaceful atmosphere.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Very Good

Décor might be a bit dated for some but see through that and its a good location, the staff were very friendly and efficient and liked the little touches such as the packed lunch ready for me in the morning as was leaving before breakfast started. Over all a good hotel and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attractive, comfortable, peaceful small hotel with lively sea views. Lots of choice ag breajfast and in the congenial bar. Nothing too muvh trouble for the staff. Lovely garden and good access to local shpps and attractions and easy trave to other parts if the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The gardens were beautifully maintained, service at bar and restaurant were superb.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

C

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rail Worker

Check-in was prompt and went that little bit extra to actually take me up to my room, rather than just point which way to go. As I had to be on site early, I was going to miss breakfast, not a problem though as there was a well packed breakfast bag ready for me first thing. Lovely hotel, nice staff, will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda, Christchurch

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location friendly staff. Superb breakfast choices. Well maintained comfortable hotel with character, lovely gardens overlooking the sea.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Leisa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely clean hotel , hot water constantly , friendly staff and a good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pete

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

What a view

From the moment we checked in, we we’re looked after by the Clifton, in fact before! We where allowed to park there to get rid of the car so we could start our break an hour or so early. The staff are lovely, the Manager Den has a lovely quirky sense of humor that made me chuckle. The Room was up a lot of stairs, but the payback, an awesome view. Lovely clean room, could have stayed days. Thank you Clifton. We will return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Markus

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

Long weekend on the Isle of Wight

Beautiful Hotel with stunning views on the garden and the sea. Friendly and welcoming staff. Spacious and comfortable room. Good breakfast with broad choice of cooked breakfast as well as buffet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021