Experience the tranquility of The Clifton, with its beautiful garden and soothing library. Savor a meal at the on-site restaurant, connect to WiFi in your room or grab a drink at the bar. With bike rentals and luggage storage available, previous guests have praised this hotel for its helpful staff.
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 136 min drive
Sandown Brading Station - 10 min drive
Shanklin Station - 11 min walk
Lake Station - 28 min walk
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
When visiting Shanklin, The Clifton is a great choice to consider. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
15 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 11 AM
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (9 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Library
Reception hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This bistro serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between December 1 and March 3.
Policies
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 does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Clifton Inn Shanklin
Clifton Shanklin
The Clifton Inn
The Clifton Shanklin
The Clifton Inn Shanklin
Frequently asked questions
Is The Clifton currently open?
The property is closed between December 1 and March 3.
Are pets allowed at The Clifton?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Clifton?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Clifton?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at The Clifton and nearby?
The Clifton has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Clifton?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Clifton like?
The Clifton is a short 4-minute walk from Shanklin Chine and 5 minutes' walk from Shanklin Beach.
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The Clifton Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Breakfast
Room
View
Gardens
Sea
Bathroom
Location
Spacious room
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Apr 2, 2023
Very friendly and helpful staff, good location, great breakfast and good-size rooms.
Ragnhild
Ragnhild, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2024
Love this hotel. Superb location and staff are very friendly
David
David, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2023
Very friendly and helpful staff, good twin room and an excellent breakfast!
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 14, 2017
Perfect position , great views , just what we were looking for
Chris
8/10 Very good
Oct 20, 2022
Nice hotel and staff
Friendly staff good breakfast no issues
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2024
Visitor
Great location, good service and nice breakfast
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2024
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
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2023
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.
Ian
Ian, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 30, 2025
Verified traveler
6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
John
John, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 24, 2023
PATRICK
PATRICK, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 23, 2023
GRAHAM
GRAHAM, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 16, 2023
Anand
Anand, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 24, 2022
Gareth
Gareth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2022
Beautiful spacious room (#2). Very helpful staff
Peter
Peter, 4-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 4, 2022
HyukJin
HyukJin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 15, 2022
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2022
It’s a very nice hotel with great view at room
Teresa
Teresa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2021
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.
Simon
Simon, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2021
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.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2021
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.
Malcolm
Malcolm, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2021
The gardens were beautifully maintained, service at bar and restaurant were superb.
Ashley
Ashley, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2021
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.
C
C, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2021
Lovely location friendly staff. Superb breakfast choices. Well maintained comfortable hotel with character, lovely gardens overlooking the sea.
Linda
Linda, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 30, 2021
Lovely clean hotel , hot water constantly , friendly staff and a good breakfast