Royal Clifton Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, a quick walk to Southport Pier

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Exterior
Banquet hall
Deluxe Double Room | Terrace/patio
2 restaurants, lunch served
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
The Promenade, Southport, England, PR8 1RB
  • Splash World
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Southport Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Royal Birkdale Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Southport

Royal Clifton Hotel places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Splash World and Southport Pier. This 120-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Splash World - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Southport Pier - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Southport Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Royal Birkdale Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Blackpool Beach - 58 min drive - 34.8 miles

Getting around

  • Southport Station - 11 min walk
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sir Henry Segrave - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kings Gardens - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Maloneys - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Phoenix - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Papa Johns Pizza - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Royal Clifton Hotel

Hotel with 2 restaurants, a quick walk to Southport Pier
Royal Clifton Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. Self parking is available for GBP 5.00 per night. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage and securing valuables.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 19-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Electric kettles, phones, and desks are other standard amenities.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 5 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • Chatsworth Lobby
  • Conservatory
  • Pavilion Restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 150 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 19-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 12.5 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 5.00 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Royal Clifton Hotel?

Royal Clifton Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Clifton Hotel?

As of Jun 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Clifton Hotel on Jun 29, 2025 start from $55.79, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do within easy reach of Royal Clifton Hotel?

This hotel in Southport is within a 10-minute walk of Southport Pier, Splash World, and Southport Theatre. You'll also find Southport Air Show and Southport Marine Lake less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Royal Clifton Hotel?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 5.00 per night.

Does Royal Clifton Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Royal Clifton Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Royal Clifton Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Royal Clifton Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like 2 bars and 2 restaurants plus some guestrooms include sea views.

Are there hot tubs at Royal Clifton Hotel?

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

Does Royal Clifton Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Royal Clifton Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Royal Clifton Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Royal Clifton Hotel.

Does Royal Clifton Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Royal Clifton Hotel?

The closest major airport to Royal Clifton Hotel is John Lennon Airport (LPL), which is about 22.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Royal Clifton Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Royal Clifton Hotel.

Royal Clifton Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 298 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 348 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 76 out of 1001 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gwen

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

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Terrible

Shower was at optimum temp for legionella, reported to reception and head office twice still waiting for a response , we couldn't use the shower , serious issue which will now be escalated to environmental health, avoid at all costs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed stay. Rooms a little to hot though
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Right in the centre and staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

kayte

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel great service and nice view of the lake. Close to shops and pubs so plenty to do or stay in the friendly hotel bar. Been to this hotel many times now and still go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Anthony

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was like Incredibly dated. I’m really rundown. Nothing like it’s pictures. I thought I was going into Beirut. Very shocked. Should’ve booked for a Premier Inn instead.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Josie

Liked: Cleanliness
The old dark furnishings
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

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

10/10 Excellent

Tanzir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

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

Cheap little break away

Big hotel, staff are all great. There looks to be a much needed refurb being done slowly. We had a large room, very clean and everything we needed. Had breakfast all well cooked and plenty of it. Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Amazing stay staff were helpful only thing was bed could have been a bit bigger other than that thoroughly enjoyed will go again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

MISS LYNDA

Business traveler
Ok when it suited them
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was the worst stay I have had in a hotel drity norisey
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great weekend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

mick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No hot water or heating in room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

gavin

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

Great little place

Great hotel brilliant staff to very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Excellent !!

Visited for work and booked last minute. Service excellent and we were given a beautiful room which was excellent value. We could hear the music from downstairs but this stopped at 11 and had a great night sleep. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

mr s c

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cold and gkass on floor, which dtuck in my foot.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024