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The Waterfront Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach guest house with restaurant

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Exterior
Classic Double Room, Sea View (Room 9) | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Double Room (Room 8) | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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19 Esplanade, Shanklin, England, PO37 6BN
  • Place, Shanklin Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shanklin Old Village
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Shanklin Chine
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪112 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Sea View (Room 10)

Standard Double Room, Sea View (Room 10) | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Sea View (Room 10)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Double Room (Cosy Double) | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room (Cosy Double)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Partial Sea View (Room 15)

Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Partial Sea View (Room 15)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room (Room 17)

Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room (Room 17)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room (Room 18)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room (Room 8) | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Room 8)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Sea View (Room 9)

Classic Double Room, Sea View (Room 9) | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, Sea View (Room 9)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Shanklin

Seaside stay .You'll be steps from Shanklin Beach and within a 10-minute walk of Pirates Cove Adventure Golf. Small Hope Beach and Shanklin Chine are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Shanklin Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Small Hope Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Pirates Cove Adventure Golf - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shanklin Old Village - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Shanklin Chine - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Shanklin Station - 12 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Falcon - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪King Harry's Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bayside Fish & Chips - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fishermans Cottage - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Steamer Inn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Waterfront Inn

3.5-star beach guest house with restaurant
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a television in a common area are also featured at The Waterfront Inn.

This 3.5-star Shanklin guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Waterfront Inn offers 8 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 7 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

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 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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

  • Pets: GBP 12.50 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 7.00 per day (33 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 12.50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Waterfront Inn Shanklin

Waterfront Shanklin

The Waterfront Inn Shanklin

The Waterfront Inn Guesthouse

The Waterfront Inn Guesthouse Shanklin

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Waterfront Inn to the airport?

The Waterfront Inn is 40.4 mi (115-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterfront Inn?

As of May 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterfront Inn on May 27, 2026 start from $151, including 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 Waterfront Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Waterfront Inn.

How close is The Waterfront Inn to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 1-minute walk from Shanklin Beach and 7-minute walk from Small Hope Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Waterfront Inn offer free breakfast?

The Waterfront Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Waterfront Inn?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Waterfront Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Waterfront Inn?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does The Waterfront Inn have a pool?

The Waterfront Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Waterfront Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Waterfront Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Waterfront Inn to downtown Shanklin?

The Waterfront Inn is 0.3 mi away from Shanklin.

The Waterfront Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 71 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Lee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Our room was cold when we arrived. It also could have done with bedside tables and lamps. The shower was set too high unable to turn down. The breakfasts were fine and the staff delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Dilys

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

6/10 Okay

Grenville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and although not big good enough for our needs. The toilet wouldn’t flush and shower temperature couldn’t be adjusted and was red hot. Hand basin was blocked too. We told this to the manager and he apologised and did address and fix all these things so I don’t have any complaints. For the price I’m not sure I’d stay again here though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Amenities
The walls are paper thin. You hear everything The grouting in the shower was filthy Room way too small for 2people ans 2 dogs Sink to small fo kettle Nice staff Lovely beach
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were lovely and couldn't do enough for you. Our bed was comfortable andbwe slept well. We ate every night in the restaurant as the food was lovely and very reasonable. We will definitely be coming back. 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Azmi

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Gemma

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location on the seafront with a manageable walk into the town. Good sized room with comfy bed. The staff are lovely and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Izumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Sydney

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Plumbing in the property needs upgrading, very noisy, even when neighbours use their bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Tarina

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing, the avocado con eggs with brown toast kept us going all day long! 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

S p

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service was amazing views were amazing the broccoli and Stilton soup was the best we have ever had would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Excellent hotel, everything perfect and staff couldn’t have been more helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic one night stay. Staff were great & the bonus of a sea view from the room. Breakfast was superb.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice off season break

Great location, friendly staff, comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022