The Royson Guest House

Disappointing
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children
  : There are some kids toys and space to play. Its great. And the location is good too.
  : The arrival had not been great. We thought like other hotels there would be someone or someway to let guest to check in 24 by 7. We arrived around 2:40pm in the afternoon and was previously confirmed by the message that 3pm arrival is OK, even though the hosts had instruction in the booking that 4pm to start check-in. But when we arrived, the hosts refused to do anything insisting we had to wait until 4pm, we had lots of luggage and really could not move but had to kill the remaining one hour and 20 mins. Even one the hosts parked the car and passed by, he pretended not knowing anything and ignored us. Finally it was 4pm we rang the bell twice, and was told by the host only ringing once is enough. At night there was some noise of water flowing in The top floor. We were not given instruction but assumed room change would happen every day following. Actually no room cleaning unless we put towels outside the door. We spent three nights here, everything else was fine. This is a little airbnb style hotel. But even Airbnb would find way to let guests in for any time arrival? Instead of waiting outside hours when the hosts were inside

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : Excellent value for money. Delicious choices for breakfast. Very clean and tasteful decor. Hosts are extremely friendly and welcoming.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : Hosts Nigel and Sharon were friendly and very helpful, taking time to suggest things worth doing and seeing.
  : Bedroom is small, but their is plenty of room in the comfortable common lounge area.

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Solo Traveler
  : Tasty home cooked breakfast Excellent hosts, very knowledgeable about the island and happy to share their passion and hidden gems to make your stay as enjoyable as possible

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : The proprietors were very friendly and helpful with nothing too much trouble and the breakfasts were great. The bathroom was a good size and very clean. The bed was comfortable and we had a good nights sleep with very little to disturb us. The wifi worked very well.
  : The shower could have been better as it was difficult to get the temperature right when others were using water. The room was a little on the warm side but not much can be done about that. The location meant most evenings we had to drive or have a long walk to find an evening meal although the guest house did allow takeaway deliveries etc.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : The host was very friendly and the room was cozy for both of us.
  : The door is not totally sound proof.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children
  : The location was walking distance to both Shanklin and Sandown. Particularly enjoyed going to the beach and the fish and chips at Bayside in Shanklin. The guesthouse is located on a very quite and peaceful street with good views of the sea from our room. The breakfast was enjoyable with generous portions and very exact as per request. The kids loved the games room. I do feel that the host made a good effort to make us feel welcome. All the other sites that we visited were 15 to 20 minutes by car, so as some-one travelling from London city where every journey takes ages, that was so convenient and relaxing for us. There was always parking available. Thoroughly enjoyed the break ! Would definitely visit the Isle of Wight again.
  : I am usually very frank but on this occasion I cannot actually think of anything negative.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple

Very Good
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children
  : Location was good though we dint get to see much of Shanklin beach. Morning breakfast was good and filling. A lot of convenient beach things were provided for use.
  : Room was smaller than expected and very hot in the evening due to west facing sun but at least there was a fan provided.