THE Q HOTEL, Shanklin

The Q Hotel in Shanklin offers a heated outdoor swimming pool, a sauna, and a sun terrace alongside a bar and restaurant. This 3-star property holds a 7.9/10 rating on Booking.com and welcomes families and pets. Rooms come with private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, hairdryers, free toiletries, carpeted floors, TVs, electric kettles, and wardrobes; some rooms feature sea views. Breakfast is served each morning at The Q Hotel, with continental, buffet, à la carte, and full English/Irish options, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices with juice, fresh pastries, and fruit. The on-site restaurant offers dinner and a bar with an extensive cocktail menu, including Negronis and New York Sours. Leisure facilities include an outdoor heated pool (seasonal), hot tub/jacuzzi, sauna, sun loungers, and a garden. Free WiFi is available throughout, and the hotel provides a business centre, meeting/banquet facilities, and express check-in/check-out. Shanklin Beach is a 5-minute walk away, Rylstone Gardens is 700 metres from the hotel, and Southampton Airport is 61 km off. Nearby attractions include The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary and Blackgang Chine. The hotel also offers a concierge service, daily housekeeping, luggage storage, and parking (limited to 4 spots on-site, with street parking available).

Staff are consistently described as friendly and attentive, with several reviews highlighting exceptional service from specific team members like Ewan and Yasmin.

The cocktail menu is a standout, with guests praising the expertly made drinks, including Mermaid Spiced Rum and ginger beer, Negroni, and Long Island Ice Tea.

Pets are welcome, and the hotel provides a dog-friendly atmosphere with extras like sausages for dogs at breakfast.

On-site parking is limited to four spaces, and street parking in the area may have time restrictions.

Some guests have noted low water pressure in showers, particularly in rooms with older plumbing.