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The Waterfront Inn

Property class: 3.5

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The Waterfront Inn sits right by the sea, offering a genuine escape from everyday life. Guests enjoy ocean views from the picturesque terrace, savor fresh seafood in the charming restaurant, and unwind with drinks in the cozy bar. Each room provides WiFi for staying connected.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Sea View (Room 10) | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Sea View (Room 10)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Double Room (Cosy Double) | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room (Cosy Double)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Partial Sea View (Room 15)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room (Room 17)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room (Room 18)

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

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Double Room (Room 8) | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Room 8)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Classic Double Room, Sea View (Room 9) | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, Sea View (Room 9)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Shanklin, The Waterfront Inn is on the waterfront. Shanklin Theatre and Dinosaur Isle are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary and Isle of Wight Zoo. Isle of Wight Owl and Falconry Centre and Amazon World Zoo Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Shanklin travel guide
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19 Esplanade, Shanklin, England, PO37 6BN

What's nearby

  • Shanklin Beach
    Shanklin Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Small Hope Beach
    Small Hope Beach
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shanklin Old Village
    Shanklin Old Village
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Shanklin Chine
    Shanklin Chine
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Welcome Beach
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Shanklin Station
    12 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU)
    115 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Falcon
    9 min walk
  • Dragon Pearl
    9 min walk
  • The Village Inn
    11 min walk
  • Bayside Fish & Chips
    3 min walk
  • The Steamer Inn
    1 min walk

About this property

The Waterfront Inn

Guesthouse by the sea
At The Waterfront Inn, you can look forward to a terrace, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby
  • Multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Waterfront Inn offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Free infant beds, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 7 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 12.50 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 7.00 per day (33 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 12.50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Waterfront Inn Shanklin
Waterfront Shanklin
The Waterfront Inn Shanklin
The Waterfront Inn Guesthouse
The Waterfront Inn Guesthouse Shanklin

Frequently asked questions

Is The Waterfront Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 12.50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterfront Inn?

As of Apr 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterfront Inn on May 21, 2026 start from $158, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Waterfront Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Waterfront Inn?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Waterfront Inn located?

Situated in Shanklin, this beach guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Shanklin Beach, Small Hope Beach, and Shanklin Chine. Shanklin Old Village and Shanklin Theatre are also within 10 minutes. Shanklin Station is 12 minutes by foot and Lake Station is 28 minutes.

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Reviews

The Waterfront Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 70 reviews

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Bert O

Liked: Staff & service
Really nice staff - friendly and helpful. Location is good - right across from the beach so you can hear the sound of the sea from the bedroom. Room itself is tired and could do with an update. No locker on one side of the bed. The use a macerator in the bathrooms so it makes a loud noice when you flush the loo or empty a basis. We had no hot water when we were there. We were not told this but found out when we heard a staff member telling another guest. Breakfast is OK if you like the Full English or a variation of it but no fruit, cereal or yoghurt. Parking is on the street and requires payment
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lee

Liked: Amenities
Our room was cold when we arrived. It also could have done with bedside tables and lamps. The shower was set too high unable to turn down. The breakfasts were fine and the staff delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S p

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service was amazing views were amazing the broccoli and Stilton soup was the best we have ever had would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location on the seafront with a manageable walk into the town. Good sized room with comfy bed. The staff are lovely and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were lovely and couldn't do enough for you. Our bed was comfortable andbwe slept well. We ate every night in the restaurant as the food was lovely and very reasonable. We will definitely be coming back. 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Disliked: Amenities
The walls are paper thin. You hear everything The grouting in the shower was filthy Room way too small for 2people ans 2 dogs Sink to small fo kettle Nice staff Lovely beach
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Grenville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and although not big good enough for our needs. The toilet wouldn’t flush and shower temperature couldn’t be adjusted and was red hot. Hand basin was blocked too. We told this to the manager and he apologised and did address and fix all these things so I don’t have any complaints. For the price I’m not sure I’d stay again here though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely friends hotel .. great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean, made my stay easy with my dog.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Excellent hotel, everything perfect and staff couldn’t have been more helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic one night stay. Staff were great & the bonus of a sea view from the room. Breakfast was superb.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice off season break

Great location, friendly staff, comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing, the avocado con eggs with brown toast kept us going all day long! 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect seaside hotel for a weekend away

The Waterfront Inn was the perfect place to stay for a great weekend away! It is right on the water (as the name suggests) and has all the amenities one would need. Room was cozy and served its purpose and there is free wifi. The only downside is if you wanted a quiet nights sleep, there is a band / singer that performs right below the rooms on Friday nights. But other than that, the hotel staff were very accommodating and great breakfast is included!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sydney

Liked: Staff & service
Plumbing in the property needs upgrading, very noisy, even when neighbours use their bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room and friendly, helpful staff. Food was great and it was nice to sit on the veranda very early in the morning and listen to the sea. Will definitely go again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great location

Great location. Room was outdated and bed was uncomfortable. It was quite noisy and there was no TV signal either. We arrived at 2pm as our confirmation said we could check in then but when we arrived, we were met by an abrupt guy who said check in was at 2.30pm. After few words we were able to check in. Breakfast was average and had to ask for our table to be cleaned. The young girl who served us was great but the rest just looked as if we had spoken in a different language. Overall, great location but wouldn't rush back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rosemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel right on sea front, lovely astmosphe
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really impressed by how good your staff were. Very attentive and professional, despite how busy it was. Great location, enjoyed our stay and will definitely book to stay here again. Thanks to all
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Philip

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

Good Value for your Money

Comfortable, affordable and excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Despite Coronavirus, I was looked after very well. Food was excellent, the room was great. The bed was comfortable and I had a really good night's sleep. All you could want from a hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is at the beach, nice breakfast, closer to bars and restaurants s good clean family friendly hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The location was good, the service from the staff was terrible we had to wait a long time to place our order, with no apology for our wait very disappointed would not stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek

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

Reat stay

Exellent location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

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

Perfect location

Fabulous staff and location and decent clean rooms. Would definitely go back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020