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The Steamer Inn

2.5 star property
Families gather at this coastal retreat where ocean views set the backdrop for quality time over kids' meals and relaxing drinks on the terrace

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The Steamer Inn, located on the coast, offers ocean views, an on-site restaurant with breakfast and kids' meals, and a terrace for scenic enjoyment. Parents love the bar for evening relaxation, and free WiFi is available in public areas.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Balcony 1)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Balcony (3+4))

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Balcony 2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Dining

Standard Apartment, Private Bathroom (Flat )

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Shanklin is home to The Steamer Inn. 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. Amazon World Zoo Park and Isle of Wight Owl and Falconry Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Shanklin travel guide
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Map
18 Esplanade, Shanklin, England, PO37 6BS

What's nearby

  • June is a good time to visit - before the school holidays and a good chance of a few warm days.
    Shanklin Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • One of the chocolate box thatched cottages on the isle of wight
    Shanklin Old Village
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • #lksawaydays on the #isleofwight spent some time at the very pleasant Shanklin
    Shanklin Chine
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stunning little sheltered beach with colourful huts ☀️
    Small Hope Beach
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shanklin Theatre
    6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Shanklin Station
    13 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU)
    110 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Falcon
    10 min walk
  • The Village Inn
    10 min walk
  • Bayside Fish & Chips
    4 min walk
  • The Plough & Barley Corn
    8 min walk
  • Fishermans Cottage
    3 min walk

About this property

The Steamer Inn

Property highlights
Consider a stay at The Steamer Inn and take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge) and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at The Steamer Inn include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 24-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Highchairs and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • High chair

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch smart TV with premium digital channels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

Property is also known as

The Steamer Inn Inn
The Steamer Inn Shanklin
The Steamer Inn Inn Shanklin

Frequently asked questions

Is The Steamer Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Steamer Inn?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at The Steamer Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Steamer Inn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Steamer Inn located?

Situated in Shanklin, this inn is within a 10-minute walk of Shanklin Beach, Shanklin Chine and Shanklin Old Village. Shanklin Theatre and Welcome Beach are also within 15 minutes. Shanklin Station is 13 minutes by foot and Lake Station is 29 minutes.

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Reviews

The Steamer Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
View was fantastic, staff were very friendly and very helpful. The room was clean and comfortable but a bit outdated. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely short break at The Steamer for the second time. The room was a good size with a great sea view. Breakfast was served in the bar area and was plentiful and very tasty. We ate in the bar every night as the food was delicious and we didn't see any reason to venture further for food.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Amazing place the steamer

Our stay was fantastic the room was lovely and clean and the staff were amazing so helpful being on the seafront was a bonus we ate every night there the food was fantastic and well worth the money we have just come back from a lovely long weekend and already planning to go back there next year
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic 4 day stay, staff were amazingly helpful, restaurant could not fault the food, would thoroughly recomend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Xmas stay

Right in sea front Beautiful scenery and helpful staff Decorating was great really got Xmas spirit
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely place to relax
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well run, all staff courteous and helpful. Good food and well located in the centre of Shanklin.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

minttu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A perfect little place by the sea! The room was clean and cute and the beds very comfortable. Loved to wake up in the morning and sit on the balcony, also slept the windows open to hear the sea. The restaurant downstairs closes at 10pm but there was no disturbance whatsoever even on the weekend, you could hardly even hear it to the room. The staff was very friendly and welcoming, they also got us a table in the restaurant even when there was a line outside. The restaurant also had very good vegan options, so we didn't even need to go find a place to eat in the evenings. Loved having breakfast before the restaurant opened, watching the sea in the homely atmosphere. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ahmad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very good location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had room 3 great location & spectacular view Breakfast was top quality and staff were good & friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
helpful and kind staff, great room, seaside view. free breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Andrew

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

Good friendly accommodation.

The Steamer was good accommodation, clean, tidy and good location. Parking is a bit of a chore but close.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

I loved it

Great little pub. Good food .. great service. The room i stayed in was quite small, but the bathroon was well equiped and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Joan

Liked: Amenities
Thank you for looking after me during my stay! Food was delicious! A Must visit for a wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accommodating.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am on my own having lost my husband a few months ago and travelling on my own is a challenge at the moment, everyone made me welcome and feel safe ,staff very attentive and happy I felt very special
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

A real Gem.

Off season visit but the Steamer was really cosy. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The room was immaculately clean and the view over the bay fabulous. A real gem and will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location looking across the Esplanade to the sea front. Excellent food served all day in a relaxed atmosphere by attentive staff. This great venue attracted a lot on non-resident customers and there was a real buzz as guests enjoyed their relaxed meal eating great food and enjoying a wide variety from the bar.. As residents we were recognised and welcomed and felt very looked after. This was a great base to explore the Island from,
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fantastic view from our room and the terraces, easy to walk to Shanklin or Sandown or use the buses. Its about time the woodchip was removed and the carpet replaced in the bedroom, but it was otherwise great as was the bathroom. Balcony had great sea view. Food in restaurant was consistently good.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

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

Chilled out, comfortable stay in a great location

I was made to feel very comfortable as a lady solo traveller, everyone was very friendly especially the lady that served the breakfast. The food was amazing and being seated in a nice little table in the corner was perfect for me and I didn't feel isolated.... thank you so much. The view was amazing from the balcony and so nice to hear the waves whilst in bed. Will definitely be back, great stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time in Isle of Wight. 3 day stay in The Steamer Inn with my twin sister. The sea view twin room with balcony was very good for what we needed and was clean and presentable. Breakfast was good with waitress service. Staff very friendly and accommodating to our needs. Restaurant very popular throughout the day and night and the meals we had were very good with fresh ingredients and a variety of choices. Ideal location for direct access to the beach. Lift or shuttle bus to Shanklin town and local attractions if you don’t fancy the steep walk. With regular buses to other parts of island too. Overall a very enjoyable stay at The Steamer Inn.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

B

Nice beachside location in Shanklin. We had a sea view room with a small balcony Room was small but quite a lot of storage. The bathroom could do with additional shelving or storage for toiletries The rooms are not serviced. We were advised to speak to staff for anything we required daily. The breakfast options don’t include much in the way of a non fried meal. There was toast and tea cakes but no cereal, yougurt fruit or pastries available
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very friendly,make you feel so welcome,service and food very good room clean and bed comfy,balcony with sea view,,stones throw from beach,would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

Seaside stay

Lovely few days stay by the sea
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Excellent Highly recommended!!

Excellent Room lovely and warm! Excellent breakfast and the staff were really helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023