The Melbourne Ardenlea Hotel is located on a quiet road only 5 minutes walk from the beach next to the old thatched Village, close to the ever increasing shopping centre.
The hotel offers a large indoor heated swimming pool.
Set back above the beach at Shanklin is the Melbourne Ardenlea Hotel, next to the beautiful wooded 'Chine' Valley and thatched old village. Inside the hotel you will find the warm friendly atmosphere of a well-run family hotel. The beach below consists of areas of soft sand and flint pebbles backed by scenic cliffs which are accessed by wooded walkways and a cliff lift.
A fun filled stay is guaranteed at the Melbourne Ardenlea. The hotel offers a large indoor swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi for guests to enjoy free of charge. The lounges and bar are comfortably furnished, and are the ideal place to relax after a busy day. Evening entertainment is provided most nights, offering a varied programme of different acts.
The restaurant serves quality food in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. The very reasonably priced menu changes every day and the homemade desserts are irresistible. Special dietary requirements can be catered for if requested in advance.
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
All children are welcome. All children under 2 years are charged GBP 7.50 per night and person when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years are charged GBP 7.50 per night and person for cots. All children from 3 to 14 years are charged 50 % of the room stay per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, a fixed amount of GBP 50.00 will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Free Private parking is possible on site.
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Wireless internet is available in public areas and is free of charge.
A fixed amount of GBP 50 per room will be charged on the day of booking and is non-refundable.
All children are welcome. All children under 2 years are charged GBP 7.50 per night and person when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years are charged GBP 7.50 per night and person for cots. All children from 3 to 14 years are charged 50 % of the room stay per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
A minimum 2-night stay is required during the summer holidays.
There is no extra bed available for children and adults from the age of 15 and onwards.
A lift accesses most floors as well as 3 ground floor rooms.
This light and spacious room offers all the modern comforts and facilities for a relaxed stay. A number of rooms offer partial sea views.
This light and spacious room is individually furnished to a high standard with all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. A number of rooms offer partial sea views.
This comfortably furnished room offers all the modern comforts needed to ensure a relaxed stay. A number of rooms offer partial sea views.
This room is larger than the double with the addition of a set of bunk-beds, yet it is furnished to the same high standard with all the modern comforts needed for a relaxed stay. Please note children under the age of 6 are not permitted on the top bunk.
This excellent 7 night minimum stay is based on a double/twin room inclusive of breakfast and FREE return ferry crossing. Available from 21st July-31st August for an exceptional rate! Please note to take advantage of the FREE return ferry crossing be advised that you will need to provide the following information. Preferred ferry crossing times, how many people are in the vehicle and registration number and choice of port either Portsmouth or Lymington. Return ferry crossings are only available Sunday-Friday excluding Saturdays
This amazing 4 night minimum stay is based on a double/twin room inclusive of breakfast and FREE return ferry crossing. Available from 21st July-31st August for an exceptional rate! Please note to take advantage of the FREE return ferry crossing be advised that you will need to provide the following information. Preferred ferry crossing times, how many people are in the vehicle and registration number and choice of port either Portsmouth or Lymington. Return ferry crossings are only available Sunday-Friday excluding Saturdays.
By Car:
- From Ryde, take the A3055 via Sandown to Shanklin.
- In Shanklin follow signs A3055 Ventnor (cliff lift and beach).
- The hotel is approximately 450 metres on the right.
By Rail (from Station Shanklin, Isle of Wight)
You can purchase a through ticket to include Wightlink passenger ferry which departs Portsmouth Harbour Station. The ferry connects with the Island line railway to take you to Shanklin Station. The hotel is 5 minutes by taxi from here.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation