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The Steamer Inn

2.5 star property

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A view through a window with a view of the sea and beach.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A seaside hotel with multiple dining areas, a prominent staircase leading to the entrance, and a view of the surrounding cliffs.
A coastal town with a sandy beach, a promenade lined with parked cars, and buildings along the hillside.
A restaurant with wooden interiors, tables with various dishes, and a menu.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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18 Esplanade, Shanklin, England, PO37 6BS
  • Place, Shanklin Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shanklin Old Village
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Shanklin Chine
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪112 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Balcony 1)

A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Balcony 1)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A bedroom with a bed, a window, a television, and a small table with a kettle.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (5)

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a chair with a cushion, two bedside tables with lamps, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Twin Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Balcony 2)

A room with two beds, wooden headboards, a large wardrobe, and framed pictures on the wall.

Twin Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Balcony 2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Apartment, Private Bathroom (Flat )

Standard Apartment, Private Bathroom (Flat ) | Dining

Standard Apartment, Private Bathroom (Flat )

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Shanklin

The Steamer Inn places you next to Shanklin Beach and within a 10-minute walk of Small Hope Beach. This 6-room inn welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Shanklin Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shanklin Old Village - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shanklin Chine - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shanklin Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Small Hope Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Falcon - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪King Harry's Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪South East Beach Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bayside Fish & Chips - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chine Inn - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Steamer Inn

At The Steamer Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and a terrace.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 24-inch Smart TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Weekly housekeeping is available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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 transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

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 elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The inn can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to The Steamer Inn?

Located steps from Shanklin Beach, this inn is in Shanklin, and within a 10-minute walk of Shanklin Chine and Shanklin Old Village. You'll also find Shanklin Theatre and Small Hope Beach less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Steamer Inn?

No, this inn doesn't offer parking.

Does The Steamer Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, The Steamer Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Steamer Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Steamer Inn?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a smart TV as well as a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at The Steamer Inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Steamer Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Steamer Inn serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts from its restaurant.

Does The Steamer Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Steamer Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at The Steamer Inn?

Yes, this inn has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to The Steamer Inn?

The closest major airport to The Steamer Inn is Southampton (SOU), which is about 23.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Steamer Inn?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Steamer Inn offer a balcony and may feature sea views.

The Steamer Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast ane all day menu was lovely and our room has a nice balcony with sea view. Stuff is very friendly. Definitely will coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely comfortable room with en suite and stunning view of the beach across the road from our balcony. Impressed with the high standard of cleanliness and the friendly staff. The included Breakfast was good and we additionally ate at the bar for the 3 nights we stayed as there was an excellent and reasonably priced menu. Overall, very impressed and will come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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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
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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

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

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
Verified

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

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Xx
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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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

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

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

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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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

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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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
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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
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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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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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10/10 Excellent

Dawn

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

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Staff & service
A beautiful location, friendly helpful staff, adequate breakfast but could offer cereals as an alternative to cooked. More comfortable chairs needed in the guest rooms.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zara

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

Lovely Stay

We had a lovely stay at The Steamer Inn. We were off season so it was quiet and very chilled. The staff were so lovely and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. It was just a very nice experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

John

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

A welcoming Shanklin hotel in a great location.

When we arrived we were made to feel very welcome and all information was well explained. We found all the staff very friendly and helpful throughout our stay. The food was excellent and very plentiful. There were a nice selection of real ales at the bar. Nice sea views from the room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

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

Quality accommodation and great experience.

Lovely place to stay. Room was spotless and comfy. Bed very comfortable. Had a balcony which overlooked the Esplanade which was nice. Breakfast and meals were excellent quality and had breakfast overlooking the beach. Staff were very friendly and helpful. A lovely break away, would recommend and visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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