Royal Esplanade Hotel
Hotel16 The Esplanade, PO33 2ED, Isle of Wight, Ryde, United KingdomShow on map
8.0 · Very good1,307 reviews
- Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.0 out of 10, at 16 The Esplanade, PO33 2ED, Isle of Wight.
Victorian Charm and Sea Views Located on Ryde Esplanade, the Royal Esplanade Hotel offers stunning views of the Solent from a Grade II Victorian building. Enjoy a relaxing stay with a terrace, 24-hour front desk, and a restaurant serving delicious meals made from locally sourced ingredients.
Comfortable Accommodation Each room is equipped with a kettle, and some rooms feature picturesque sea views. Relax in a room with a private bathroom and make use of the desk provided. Free WiFi is available in public areas, ensuring you stay connected during your visit.
Delicious Dining Options Start your day with a full English breakfast and savor evening meals at the on-site restaurant or bar. With a convenient location near Ryde Hoverport, the Royal Esplanade Hotel is the perfect choice for your Isle of Wight getaway.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Lift / Elevator
- Bar
Rooms
8.0
Very good
Rated 8.0 out of 10 by 1,307 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.5
- Service9.0
- Location9.0
- Rooms7.0
- Amenities8.0
- Value8.0
- Food & drink7.5
Guests mention
Friendly staffGreat locationClean rooms
ElizabethUnited KingdomRealky liked the location, lady at cgeckin was lovely. Not a modern hotel, but we reakky liked the vibe and enjoy olde worldy things.
Wifi very poor in main areas, none in the room (the horror...) Understand about water…
AudinUnited KingdomVery clean
All good
SandraUnited KingdomThe area, lovely hotel
Don't cater for disabled people, on time of booking I asked if they had raised toilet seats and they said don't use them,
JinmanUnited KingdomReally happy would definitely go back
Clean. Staff amazing. Location excellent. Nice little bar food was really nice breakfast well organised. Plenty of tea. Coffee. And free biscuits and water in the room. And hot chocolate nice touch.
Rooms need some work…
RichardUnited KingdomA pleasant short stay in a convenient location
Convenient location
Slightly pretentious
HamiltonUnited KingdomStaff were very friendly and helpful
Not keen on the room, right at the back of the hotel.
It was a little tired, could benefit from some redecoration.
Also, one of the beds was pushed up against the wall under the…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
16 The Esplanade, PO33 2ED, Isle of Wight, Ryde, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 9.0 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 4:00 PM until 08:30 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please note that due to the nature of the Victorian Hotel, rooms may vary in size, decor and bathroom facilities and therefore may differ to room photos. For specific room requests please add a note to your booking.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Royal Esplanade Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at Royal Esplanade Hotel?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Royal Esplanade Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Does Royal Esplanade Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Royal Esplanade Hotel?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Can I check in late at Royal Esplanade Hotel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 4:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Royal Esplanade Hotel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Royal Esplanade Hotel?
16 The Esplanade, PO33 2ED, Isle of Wight, Ryde.
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