The Havelock

Really pretty much ideal. A...

Liked: Staff were great, room impeccably clean and kept perfectly clean, the hotel location is superb - ideal really - just the right distance from the madding crowd but only about 3 minutes from the lift to the beach/restaurants (if you're unfamiliar, the cliffs are VERY high, so there is an excellent lift service, so being near it is nice), and about 3mins from the Chine.
Disliked: We were probably in the smallest room, which is fine as thats what we paid for, but it did mean the window was straight out towards the bar area so pretty loud in the evenings so we had to close it - not normally an issue except that thanks to global warming even the isle of wight is now a hot place to visit, so wthout any aircon it was pretty warm - though not intollerable by any stretch. As I said elsewhere the room was great. Oh, and that window when closed locked out 99.99% of the noise as its a very modern double/triple glazed window. Also the view out of it was lovely :)

Lovely hotel clean well presented....

Liked: Good chooses. Cater for all . After breakfast I did not need lunch so that's best.
Disliked: Could not fault

Superb

Exceptional

Liked: Really lovely hotel. Comfortable and spotlessly clean. Staff and owners couldn’t have been more welcoming.

Superb

Excellent hotel and location

Liked: Excellent price and location to Shanklin and the beach. Very friendly owners who were happy to give recommendations about local places to eat. The swimming pool was a great additional bonus. The hotel bar has comfy armchairs, lots of games and is a great place to relax after a day of exploring.
Disliked: There was some mixed messaging between the owners and the staff about the flexibility of checkout times and breakfast times, which meant we felt rushed to leave breakfast and the hotel earlier than we would have liked. The hotel room did not have air con which means it does get warm in the summer.

Fabulous place to stay!

Liked: Excellent communication. Short walk to beach. Room modern, clean and comfortable. Plenty of choice for breakfast. Hosts very friendly and helpful. Relaxing place to stay - good location.
Disliked: Nothing!

Exceptional - gem of a...

Liked: Great location close to the beach- we were swimming early every morning. Rooms super clean, fantastic shower. Breakfast freshly cooked with plenty of choice and great food. Paul & Vicky were the ultimate hosts, so friendly & really helpful. They go above and beyond to make sure you have a wonderful stay. All staff really lovely. Will definitely return.
Disliked: What’s not to like!

Exceptional

Liked: Was exceptionally clean and beautifully decorated . Owners were both friendly and welcoming