The Clifton Hotel - Shanklin

Adult-only clifftop hotel with Gold Award-winning Heritage Garden of the Year

Accommodations & Views

The Clifton Shanklin offers individually designed rooms with binoculars for watching ships pass over Sandown Bay. Several rooms include a private balcony overlooking the hotel's award-winning garden and the coastline. Each room provides eco-friendly toiletries and a stocked minibar with local Isle of Wight produce.

Dining & Refreshments

The on-site bistro serves a breakfast menu built around locally sourced ingredients, including homemade marmalade. A café menu offers light meals and beverages throughout the day, with freshly baked cakes available in the afternoon. The bar stocks beers brewed on the Isle of Wight, plus a selection of gins including Mermaid's Pink Gin.

Gardens & Outdoor Spaces

The Clifton Hotel Shanklin's garden holds a Gold award in the Heritage Garden of the Year category and was Overall Winner in South and South East in Bloom 2017. The outdoor terrace and lawn overlook the sea, with sun loungers and tables for relaxation. A clifftop coastal walk runs directly past the front gate, connecting Shanklin to Sandown.

Location & Local Attractions

The hotel sits on a cliff top with uninterrupted views of Sandown Bay and the English Channel. Shanklin Chine, with its lush gorges and waterfall, is a 5-minute walk away. The traditional Shanklin Old Village and the sandy beach (accessible via the cliff lift) are also within a short stroll.

Guest Services & Policies

The Clifton Isle of Wight is an adult-only property - no children under 10 years old are permitted, ensuring a quiet atmosphere. Free private parking is available on site, and the public areas are wheelchair accessible. Guests receive a personalized check-in experience, along with luggage storage and express check-in/check-out options.

• Accommodations: Bay view rooms with binoculars and balcony options
• Dining: Locally sourced breakfast menu and Isle of Wight beer bar
• Gardens: Gold Award-winning Heritage Garden of the Year
• Location: Clifftop overlooking Sandown Bay, 5 min from Shanklin Chine
• Policies: Adult-only hotel (no children under 10)
• Services: Free private parking, personalized check-in, bicycle rental