The Clifton

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The Clifton Hotel in Shanklin
Facade/entrance, Summer, Garden, On site
Bedroom
Lounge or bar
Lounge or bar, Sea view
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8.9Excellent
(189 Ratings)
"Excellent staff and amazing breakfasts!"
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8.9 / 10
Excellent(189 Ratings)

Hotel in Shanklin

4-Star Hotel

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About this hotel

With a beautiful cliff top location, The Clifton boasts views of Sandown Bay from its lounge and garden. Leading onto Keats's Green, it has a bistro that uses local produce in its menu.

Amenities at The Clifton

Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Non-smoking
Heating
Wheelchair accessible
Bar
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Beach access
Shared living spaces
Garden
Beach front
Key access
Housekeeping available
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher

Map of Shanklin


Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

8.9 / 10
Excellent(189 Ratings)
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7 / 10Good·Jul 2026
The staff were fantastic, the balcony views were excellent and location was great. The food was very good with good quality produce and plenty of it. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Help with our case was greatly appreciated given the steep first floor stairs from the ground level. Disabled parking was excellent. Only the one space but it was reserved for me for the whole of our stay. If you can look past the tired room and the cost you are guaranteed a calm and relaxing stay at the Clifton. That is what we needed and exactly what we got, so pleased we booked. Given the struggle the hospitality trade is going through and the undoubtedly high running costs incurred in running a hotel a lot of what we didn't like is understandable. Would we stay again, yes. Would we pay the same, yes.
The room whilst spacial was tired. The carpets were coming away from door strips. The room had a musty smell to it. The room needs a refresh.The hairdryer was sticky. No toilet brush in the bathroom. Stepped accessibility to the show was a bit nerve racking, but the shower had good flow and was nice and roomy. It had no lift, so accessibility to the rooms for disabled persons is not the best. But saying that I managed the stairs ok whilst using a walking stick. The closing of reception and bar at 5pm with all the staff leaving was unusual.
9 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
Excellent accommodation with a very fine breakfast. Lots of areas downstairs where you could sit and great veranda and gardens. Very restful experience. Great sea view from front bedrooms
Air conditioning in the room would have been good especially as temperature hit 36°C. The hotel wasn’t manned after 5pm so couldn’t make use of the bar in the evening
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
Excellent staff and amazing breakfasts!
6 / 10Average·Sep 2025
Location stunning although it’s very steep hills / cliff. . Breakfast Most of the staff were very friendly
Single Bed uncomfortable for tall person. Too firm

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FAQs

Is parking included with this hotel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Clifton. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Clifton pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Clifton?

We found 16 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, non-smoking, heating, and wheelchair accessible.