Melville Street, Sandown, PO36 9DJ, United Kingdom
#14 of 19 hotels in Sandown
Guests' ChoiceBased on 2522 hotel reviews
6.8Cleanliness
7.2
Comfort
7.3
Location
8.2
Facilities
6.8
Staff
8.0
Value for money
7.4
Free WiFi
5.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 19 August 2023
Paul
CanadaThe breakfast was quite ordinary so we didn’t have any.
Didn’t have breakfast. Too expensive for what we thought kind of ordinary. Location was good but we felt sad at the rundown state of the seafront and high street.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 18 August 2023
Diane
United KingdomThe housekeeping of our room was non existant and when we complained the head housekeeper decided to argue with us in the corridor making feeble excuses, but then rectified the situation on our last day.
Breakfast was good, the bar steward Alex was very friendly and helpful, the waitresses were very efficient
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 18 August 2023
Gail
United KingdomThe guy on reception 17th Aug at checkout was not very interested in how our stay was. Just said thanks when we dropped the key off. His job is to make sure we felt like we wanted to come back. Very poor customer service. There is an unhappy atmosphere amongst the staff. Probably because they don't have enough and feel valued by the management fro. Conversations we had. Breakfast was a free for all. Badly organised set up. Not free flowing enough especially with the majority of guests being elderly.
Was OK for a 2 night stay. Clean and the gardens are well kept.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 15 August 2023
Julie
United Kingdomthe inside was very dated. Reception closed at 6, could never find a member of staff, not even in the bar as directed when reception was closed. a very strange fountain in the middle of a lounge area!
the room was really lovely. The building exterior was lovely, as were the gardens.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 15 August 2023
Anna
United KingdomOur room was in 70’ built wing and not in the old full-of-character part of the hotel. Restaurant is open only for an hour in the evening. Disappointing breakfast: poor choices with no fresh fruit or vegetables
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 15 August 2023
Shireen
United KingdomYou have to pay for parking at the beginning of your stay, just £1 per night but one night there wasn't room in the car park and we had to park two cars quite far away from the hotel on the road, which wasn't impressive. We had a few rooms and they all varied, one room felt very grubby and the wardrobe looked like it was hanging off the wall, the carpet was in a terrible state but they are a dog-friendly hotel, so guess this is to be expected. But other rooms, especially in the main building were much nicer. It feels like the hotel needs a cash injection to spruce it up.
The location was brilliant, with easy reach to Sandown Beach and cafes. The staff at the hotel were friendly, especially the lovely lady at the bar. Prices for drinks at the bar are very reasonable. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 14 August 2023
Karen
United KingdomRoom door was very hard to open and close, hinges a bit broken. Needs a freshen up and a lick of paint
Loved the old world charm and large wooden panels. Gardens were lovely
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 12 August 2023
Ashish
United KingdomHotel service was poor
Hotel was very good and at a nice location
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 10 August 2023
Clark
United KingdomNothing
Excellent value for money
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 8 August 2023
Gibin
United KingdomCould be better to provide blankets instead of duvets during summer times as my child felt very hot at night.Also ,could be better if provide a table fan as the room was bit warm.
Calm and greener area.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 8 August 2023
Diane
United KingdomOne of our party got locked in their room with young children. Doors etc quite dirty. Lifts not working on check out day.
The friendly staff. Excellent location close to beach, town and restaurants. Good value for money. Evening entertainment an unexpected bonus.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 7 August 2023
Elizabeth
United KingdomVery nice surroundings.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 7 August 2023
Mark
United KingdomLift broke
Garden was nice Staff friendly
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 7 August 2023
Andya1066
United Kingdomall was good for an overnight
lovely hotel in a nice setting room was comfortable and clean, but a bit dated
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 5 August 2023
Regina
United KingdomThe kettle in our room was broken and was on all the time and really very hot (and empty) when we arrived, the switch was broken). We unplugged it immediately and didn't turn it back on. It's a serious fire hazard.
Staff was very friendly and the room was nice and a good size. An aged Park Hotel with still some charm but could be maintained a bit better. For those who see the pictures online, the pool does not exists anymore.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 4 August 2023
Saffron
United KingdomA little tatty in places. There were a few not very well executed DIY repairs in our bathroom which was a shame as the bathroom itself looked renovated. Furniture in our daughters room could have done with replacing.
The property has an old world, slightly quirky charm, was clean / comfortable. Good value for money for the price paid. Staff were friendly and helpful. Beds were comfortable and we had a good nights sleep.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 3 August 2023
Florence
United KingdomBit of a shame that we could not get dinner as we did not pre book.
The room was lovely and comfortable ,friendly staff, location was great and they are dog friendly. Will definitely stay again if we are in the area! Thank you
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 3 August 2023
Kenneth
United KingdomThe lower annex we were in smelled of damp, and our bathroom lacked maintenance. Breakfast and dinner menu was very basic.
Location
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 31 July 2023
Martin
United Kingdombreakfast and stay all good
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 30 July 2023
Matt
United KingdomUnfortunately facilities closed early and there was no swimming pool as detailed in photos on website
Location very good and easy access to Sandown seafront
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 30 July 2023
Ewelina
United KingdomN/A
Good location , room very spacious ,very comfy bed,friendly Staff at the hotel
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 29 July 2023
Danielle
United Kingdomvery very dated. was on top floor at back of property which was dated probably in 80’s. no lift working so lots of stairs.
the grounds and location. perfect for dogs.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 29 July 2023
Mike
United KingdomOverall, it was just a bit like going back in time to Butlins from the 80s!
Free snooker table. Outdoor area.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 26 July 2023
Mike
United KingdomGood value for money.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 25 July 2023
Maxine
United KingdomDecor was a little bit tired.
Walking distance to the seafront
Stayed in July 2023
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