Founded in 1832, The Royal is one of the most historic hotels on the Isle of Wight, and one of its finest to this day. Originally built as a coaching inn called Fishers Hotel, it became known as The Royal Hotel after enjoying Queen Victoria's patronage. The Royal was the first Isle of Wight hotel to achieve Four AA Stars and has held 2 AA Rosettes for excellent food for over 29 years.
"The Royal is a handsome, four-storey building fronted by a pretty wrought iron veranda that overlooks Ventnor’s Esplanade and the English Channel." The Telegraph Travel
Surrounded by cliffs and windswept headlands forming an especially beautiful part of the Coastal footpath and English Channel, Ventnor possesses an unrivalled and enduring beauty.
The Royal Hotel - named "Ultimate Hotel Experience" by Red Funnel - is nestled into exotic south facing gardens overlooking Ventnor's stunning coastline. For the best al fresco views, head for the clifftop Riviera Terrace. The nearby beach, heated outdoor pool and daily high tea make this a great choice for families.
Our 51 bedrooms are each decorated with flair in fine fabrics and furnishings to guarantee our guests have the most comfortable experience possible.
Classic Rooms
Classic Bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, flat-screen televisions, direct-dial telephones and tea and coffee-making facilities. Garden View Rooms are also available which overlook the hotel gardens.
There are a limited number of Saver Rooms which are smaller than our Classic rooms and located nearer the road yet still feature all the same convenient facilities.
We understand that dogs are part of the family and many owners like to take their dog with them on holiday. Our hotel allow dogs for a small supplement and a selection of classic rooms are available to pet owners.
- Comfortable and cosy bed
- Dog friendly
- Unrivalled first class service
- Cosy, tasteful interior
Deluxe Rooms
Each of our Deluxe bedrooms has been impeccably styled, with influences ranging from the traditional English country home to Art Deco. Tasteful fabrics and soft furnishings have been carefully chosen to ensure our guests can relax in a stylish and comfortable sanctuary.
Deluxe rooms boast garden views and glimpses of the sea beyond the hotel grounds. Rooms are all fitted with en-suite bathrooms, flat-screen televisions, direct-dial telephones, and tea and coffee-making facilities.
- Stunning views of the Royal gardens
- Comfortable and cosy bed
- Unrivalled first class service
- Tasteful, classic interior
Premier Rooms
Overlooking the hotel gardens, with views out to Ventnor’s stunning seascape, Premier rooms are The Royal Hotel’s most spacious and luxurious bedrooms, with additional seating areas available if required.
Each bedroom is decorated with flair and opulence to guarantee our guests have the most comfortable experience possible. Rooms are fitted with en-suite bathrooms, flat-screen televisions, direct-dial telephones, and have tea and coffee-making facilities.
- A luxury experience
- Comfortable, king-size or queen-size bed
- Unrivalled first class service
- Stunning garden views
Family Rooms
Our Classic Family Rooms can accommodate two adults and two children. Larger Classic Family Rooms with Annexe can accommodate two adults and three children. Garden View Family Rooms with Annexe are also available. All feature the same excellent facilities as our Classic Rooms.
We serve Children's High Tea in the early evening. The hotel’s heated outdoor pool is open from May to September, weather permitting.
- Plenty of space for the family
- Cosy annexe available for additional privacy
- Unrivalled first class service
- Tasteful interior
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Dining at The Royal
The Royal Hotel's renown Geranium Restaurant has achieved 2 AA Rosettes for excellent food for over 25 consecutive years. It was named The Beautiful South's Restaurant of the Year (Silver) in 2024, judged to be the second best restaurant in the South of England. Whether enjoying a light lunch in our beautiful conservatory or an intimate dinner for two in our elegant, lofty restaurant, you will feast on exquisite local food, carefully matched wines and enjoy some well-deserved pampering. Open 7 days a week.
Weddings
Once frequented by Queen Victoria herself, The Royal Hotel exudes a timeless elegance that forms a stunning backdrop to your wedding celebrations. With our vast experience of entertaining, faultless dining service and culinary creativity we can help you plan your perfect Isle of Wight wedding, whether you would prefer an intimate soirée or a grand celebration.
