Discover The Carlton Hotel, a family-owned 4.6-star retreat in Shanklin, UK, offering breathtaking sea views, delightful breakfast, and top-notch service. Just steps from the cliff lift, explore local attractions like Shanklin Chine and Carisbrooke Castle
Recent guests highlight a welcoming family atmosphere, delicious meals served with attentive service, and beautiful sea views from both rooms and outdoor spaces. The hotel’s location near Shanklin Beach and accessible cliff lift enhances the overall experience.
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The Carlton Hotel is a remarkable gem nestled on the picturesque cliffs overlooking Shanklin Beach in the Isle of Wight. Rated at an impressive 4.6 stars, this family-owned establishment captures the essence of a warm and welcoming retreat. Guests consistently rave about the exceptional service provided by the owner, Salma, and her dedicated team, ensuring that every visitor feels valued and cared for.
The hotel’s location is one of its standout features. Just a two-minute stroll from the Cliffside elevator that connects to the Esplanade, The Carlton Hotel offers breathtaking sea views and easy access to some of the area’s most scenic attractions, including Shanklin Chine and Carisbrooke Castle. Ideal for both families and couples, this hotel strikes a perfect balance between tranquility and accessibility.
Many visitors highlight the cleanliness of the accommodations and the inviting atmosphere throughout the hotel. Rooms are described as spacious, well-appointed, and comfortable, with some offering stunning balconies that allow guests to soak in the breathtaking vistas. While a few reviews mention a desire for more drawer space in the rooms, this minor detail is easily overshadowed by the overall quality of the stay.
Breakfast at The Carlton Hotel is another highlight, with many patrons expressing their delight in the freshly cooked meals. The menu is designed to cater to various preferences, ensuring that everyone begins their day on a high note. Guests have praised the generous portion sizes, friendly staff, and the overall dining experience, making it a true culinary delight.
Throughout their stay, customers appreciate the hotel’s commitment to understanding and meeting their needs. The attentive staff often go above and beyond, offering helpful local insights and ferry deals that enhance the overall experience. One visitor even noted, "why I've never found this place before it's brilliant," showcasing how The Carlton Hotel earns its loyal clientele.
Considering all it has to offer, The Carlton Hotel stands out as a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to the Isle of Wight. With its stunning views, impeccable service, and a warm, inviting atmosphere, it truly embodies what a memorable getaway should feel like.
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Outstanding place lady who owns this place a credit can't do enough breakfast bang on come to the isle of wight on work every month why I've never found this place before it's brilliant Also owner provides a service and ferry deals always ask before you book she will be cheaper all the best on your new adventure Darren ICD
Spotted the sign for the Deck Tea Garden while following the cliff path to Shanklin Old Village and stopped here for lunch. A few steps lead up to a beautiful terrace and garden with palm trees and sea views. The owners were very friendly and welcoming. The varied lunch menu included a seafood platter, jacket potatoes, and sandwiches and baguettes with a tempting choice of fillings including locally caught crab. Opted for the prawns in seafood sauce on brown bread with salad garnish and crisps. The sandwiches were delicious and generously filled. Good choice of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Paid a reasonable price for good quality food in a wonderful location. Would definitely return here if I'm in Shanklin again.
The Carlton Hotel was a real gem of a hotel, lovely warm welcome, we were shown around all the facilities on arrival. Everything was very clean and really well appointed. The views from the bar, comfortable settes in the lounge or sun drenched deck and garden are breathtaking. Our room was spotlessly clean and very comfortable, plenty of space and good sizes ensuite. Breakfast was cooked to order and delivered hot and fresh. Lunches in the bar or garden again are all fresh and very tasty, all staff are very attentive and polite providing exceptional table service and cashless payment at your table if you wish. Already planning next year's visit.
I have been itching to return to this place for years after I worked a summer season as a waitress 24 years ago! Today we (family of 4) visited for lunch. We parked on the esplanade in the car park and travelled to the cliff top in the cliff lift. The Carlton is just a stones throw from the lift. As I use a power chair we accessed via the accessible entrance around the other side of the building on Park Road. We enjoyed a beautiful lunch and I was thrilled to find the same owners were there after all these years! You don't run a hotel for 25 years and not learn a few things and they seem to be smashing it. Their tea gardens are beautiful and the food was to die for! The lounge is tastefully decorated and modern. Wonderful views over the bay too! Highly recommend for lunch and looking to stay here in the future. Didn't snap any photos as we were too busy enjoying the food and the view!
Came to Shanklin today with my two nieces and parents and had an excellent lunch at the Carlton. The food was perfect and the owners were helpful and friendly, even directing us to a bigger table as the plates are big due to fantastic portion sizes for the price. I would recommend this location for lunch anytime.
Looked after very well by Salma and her staff. Trevor gave us some good information when checking in. Good location. Room 6 has a fantastic sea view and nice balcony. Lacked enough drawers for clothing, only hanging space, was the only negative. Shanklin is probably the best place to stay unless you want it busy. Had a lovely stay and breakfast is very good with plenty of choice. Car parking a bit tight but not too bad. I would definitely recommend this hotel to any friends or family thinking of going to the Isle of Wight. And don’t forget the hotel can book your ferry for a greatly reduced rate.
This family-owned hotel is on the cliff overlooking Shanklin Beach and the sea, and is a 2-minute walk from the Cliffside elevator connecting to the Esplanade, and 3 miles from Shanklin Chine scenic gorge.
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