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Marlborough Hotel

Property class: 3

Photo gallery for Marlborough Hotel

A beach with a sign reading "HANKLIN CRESCENCI".
A sunlit room with large windows, a white potted plant, a bench, and wicker chairs.
A hallway with a staircase, a kitchen area, and a table with a lamp and flowers.
A buffet with various food items and condiments.
A spacious living room with a grand piano, comfortable seating, a large window, and a fireplace.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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16 Queens Road, Shanklin, England, PO37 6AN
  • Place, Shanklin Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Shanklin Old Village
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Shanklin Chine
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪99 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Single Room, Ensuite

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Single Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Ensuite

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a desk, and a picture on the wall.

Comfort Double Room, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Shanklin

Marlborough Hotel puts you in the heart of Shanklin, within just a 10-minute stroll of Shanklin Beach and Shanklin Chine. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include free buffet breakfast, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a library. Plus you'll find a garden, a picnic area and multilingual staff. Each morning free breakfast is served. .With a stay at this 3-property class Shanklin hotel, you'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Sandown Pier and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Dinosaur Isle.

What's nearby

  • Shanklin Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shanklin Old Village - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shanklin Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Small Hope Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shanklin Chine - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Shanklin Station - 9 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Falcon - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪King Harry's Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪South East Beach Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Inn - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Marlborough Hotel

You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Marlborough Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Shanklin hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1850
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Marlborough Hotel offers 15 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Library
  • Piano

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily) (for a fee)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1850
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 25 November and 28 February.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: GBP 10 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - GB198086263
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. The tax ID number is GB198086263. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Marlborough Hotel Shanklin

Marlborough Shanklin

Marlborough Hotel Hotel

Marlborough Hotel Shanklin

Marlborough Hotel Hotel Shanklin

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Marlborough Hotel?

Marlborough Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Marlborough Hotel?

Yep, Marlborough Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Marlborough Hotel?

Yep, Marlborough Hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Shanklin Beach. Fun beach activities include waterskiing, windsurfing and kayaking. You can also find boat tours.

Does Marlborough Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, free buffet breakfast is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Marlborough Hotel?

No, Marlborough Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Marlborough Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Marlborough Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Marlborough Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 161 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 161 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 161 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 161 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 161 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay - the staff were very helpful and friendly. Tge breakfast was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent with a wide range of offerings
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfully friendly and efficient staff. Fab breakfasts. Room was very nice. Plenty of good parking space and hotel central to Shanklin. Short walk to the seafront. Only criticism was tiny shower with no heater to warm room and to dry the towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bright and airy property in both communal areas and rooms. Breakfast was great. Staff on reception and the breakfast room were amazing and made the stay perfect. Fantastic value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location staff were so welcoming and friendly breakfast was very good great spacious room overall a perfect stay would definitely come back and would recommend this hotel
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean and peaceful..staff very helpful and friendly.. Excellent breakfast
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hilton or Marriott it is not but The Marlborough Hotel is a nice value for money boutique property very close to the beach and ideal for a short break. Our room was spotless which was a feature across the hotel. Breakfast was excellent with a large range of breakfast products. There was nothing that we wanted for. The position of the hotel provided limited sea views apart from one of the hotel premiere rooms which seemed to have a large balcony on the top floor. One aspect of the location to consider is the beach are cliffs are subject to erosion so there are a number of repair sites close by which didn’t bother us at all. All in all a very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ngo Bayiha

Location; Very close to the seafront, train station and bus station Friendly, helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Nice easy spot for the town and the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, room was bright and good view, breakfast was amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly and helpful staff. The place could do with an update but overall our stay was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was very clean. Staff very welcoming and friendly. Breakfast was superb. The hotel is in a great location. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place with a lovely host
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good food B&B small hotel with safe parking

Excellent friendly small hotel with B&B available (no evening meals at moment), with good safe parking
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable and well located hotel

Comfortable and well located hotel. Easy walk to town and beach. Good range of food and drink options in the town. Nice walk on promenade and esplanade.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great short stay

Spent 3 nights visiting the Isle of Wight for the first time. Hotel was clean comfortable and in a good location. The staff were friendly and helpful, and a great breakfast was served every morning. Would definitely use again if visiting the island in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful place.

Very nice hotel in a great positio. Set in a nice garden which was lovely to relax in with a drink from the bar. Friendly helpful staff and a lot of options for breakfast. All in all a superb hotel which I shall certainly be returning to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The photograph shows a sea front, the hotel is not near the sea front there is a lift down to the sea which is not far away. Comfortable hotel in a good location, excellent breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Great Hotel, just had a 3 night stop here and couldn't fault it. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. Breakfast choice was very good, I had the traditional cooked breakfast every morning and couldn't fault it. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay, this was our second stay at this hotel, the staff were friendly and welcoming. The room was very clean and had everything we needed with a lovely big, comfy bed. Breakfast was really good. We will definitely book again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant. Friendly and helpful staff. Excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Positives: Lovely, clean and quiet hotel, helpful and friendly staff, tasty breakfast, great location. Will stay there again. Things to consider: Shower cubicle very small, limited hanging space for clothes and wet towels.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Super Shanklin

Lovely people, couldn't do enough for you. Beds were Amazingly comfortable + breakfast was excellent. A few things need some attention in the decor but overall a lovely place to stay. 5 minutes to the beach or to the old town so great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay and value

We were greeted by the owner who was very friendly and accommodating. Check in was quick and easy and the owner gave us a map describing things to do in the local area. The room was a good size with ensuite and clean, only slight negative was there was no wardrobe, however, there were plenty of hangers. Breakfast was included in our stay and was cooked to order including a large selection of continental all of which was very good. The service at breakfast great and the overall service and value for money was excellent. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
just wrighting anything here so can move on
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024