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About the Hotel

The Waterfront Inn, Norfolk House, 19 Esplanade, Isle Of Wight, Shanklin, United Kingdom, PO37 6BN
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Next to Shanklin Seafront
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Situated merely 8 minutes on foot from Hope Beach, the 3-star smoke-free Waterfront Inn Shanklin offers 7 rooms. Located 4.3 km from the Isle of Wight Zoo, this Shanklin inn features luggage storage.

Location

The hotel lies just a 12-minute stroll from Rylstone Gardens and just moments from the wooded coastal Shanklin Chine Ravine. The Ventnor Park and Putting Green is 4.9 km from the Waterfront Inn Shanklin, and Southampton airport is 65 km away.

Guests may also get to the Ventnor Beach, which is nearly a 10-minute ride away.

The nearest bus stop is Palestine Slipway, located only 350 metres away, and Shanklin train station is only 1.1 km away.

Rooms

The rooms have ironing facilities, as well as tea and coffee making facilities for your convenience. There are rooms with carpeted floor. Offering amenities such as hairdryers and bath sheets, the bathrooms also feature a separate toilet and a shower. Guests can enjoy views of the sea from Waterfront Inn.

Eat & Drink

Drinks are available at the lounge bar. You may walk 5 minutes to The Steamer Inn Restaurant or eat by Horizon, located a mere 6 minutes' walk away.

Leisure & Business

The Waterfront Inn has a sundeck and a shared lounge to help diversify your leisure time.

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll the beautiful Shanklin Chine for stunning coastal views.
  • Try the fresh seafood at The Crab in Shanklin for a local treat.
  • Visit the Shanklin Theatre for delightful shows and performances.
  • Explore the Old Village for charming thatched cottages and shops.
  • Catch a sunset at Shanklin Beach for a magical end to your day.
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Waterfront Inn offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Budget Double Room
2 persons
100 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Double Room
2 persons
110 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Double Room
2 persons
140 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Budget Twin Room
2 persons
130 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Waterfront Inn offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.8/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Waterfront Inn Location

The Waterfront Inn, Norfolk House, 19 Esplanade, Isle Of Wight, Shanklin, United Kingdom, PO37 6BN
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The Waterfront Inn, Norfolk House, 19 Esplanade, Isle Of Wight, Shanklin, United Kingdom, PO37 6BN
Nearby
Nature reserve
Shanklin Chine
1000 ft
Beach
Shanklin Beach
500 ft
Esplanade
Shanklin seafront
900 ft
Restaurants
The Lookout Cafe and Takeaway
400 ft
12A Esplanade
Sail 'n' Surf Cafe
900 ft
28 Esplanade
Chubby's
2000 ft
1 Regent Street
Domino's Pizza
2100 ft
5 Regent Street
Poppins
2100 ft
16A Regent Street
Graces Bakery
2200 ft
20A Regent Street
Cinderellas Tea Room and Dress Shop
2200 ft
7 High Street
Grub Plus Restaurant
2400 ft
17 Regent Street Shanklin
The Copper Kettle
2500 ft
29 High Street
Getting around
City Centre
Shanklin5 min  ·  1400 ft
Airports
Southampton (SOU)97 min  ·  40.0 mi
Bournemouth (BOH)167 min  ·  69.0 mi
Train
Shanklin Train Station10 min  ·  2700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:30-21:30
Check-out
from 08:00-10:00
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Waterfront Inn serves a full breakfast for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Portuguese, Chinese
Number of rooms:
7

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Waterfront Inn from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 125 verified reviews
8.1/10
Great
82%
Recommend
Cleanliness
7.9/10
Comfort
7.8/10
Facilities
7.8/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.0/10
Location
9.4/10
Staff
9.3/10
Value for money
8.2/10
Guest reviews
based on 240 reviews
8.1/10
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