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The Richmond Bed & Breakfast

3.5 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast with free parking, 6-minute walk to Shanklin Beach

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Superior Double Room
Front of property
Free English breakfast
Point of interest
Superior Double Room | Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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23 Palmerston Road, Shanklin, England, PO37 6AS
  • Place, Shanklin Old Village
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Shanklin Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Shanklin Chine
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪80 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room (Room 10)

Standard Double Room (Room 10)

Standard Double Room (Room 10)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room (Room 2)

Superior Double Room (Room 2)

Superior Double Room (Room 2)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (Small)

Double Room (Small)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room (Room 4)

Superior Double Room (Room 4)

Superior Double Room (Room 4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Shanklin

At The Richmond Bed & Breakfast you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Shanklin Beach and Shanklin Chine. Highlights at this Victorian B&B include free breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas and tour/ticket assistance. English breakfast is available for free. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Shanklin B&B, you'll be 4.6 km (2.8 mi) from Dinosaur Isle and 4.9 km (3 mi) from Isle of Wight Zoo.
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What's nearby

  • Shanklin Old Village - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Shanklin Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Shanklin Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Shanklin Chine - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Small Hope Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Shanklin Station - 7 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Barnhouse Bar & Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Falcon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bayside Fish & Chips - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Village Inn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Plough & Barley Corn - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Richmond Bed & Breakfast

Victorian bed & breakfast with free parking, 6-minute walk to Shanklin Beach
Free breakfast is available. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Shanklin bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1850
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
The Richmond Bed & Breakfast offers 5 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 10 metres
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways (76 centimetre high)
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1850
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests who wish to book ferry tickets are encouraged to contact the property before arrival to pre-book it and receive a discounted price.
This property offers a vegetarian breakfast option, but most other dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated. Guests with food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 17 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 17 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Richmond B&B Shanklin
Richmond Shanklin
Richmond Bed & Breakfast Shanklin
The Richmond & Shanklin
The Richmond Bed & Breakfast Shanklin
The Richmond Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast
The Richmond Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast Shanklin

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Richmond Bed & Breakfast?

Yep, The Richmond Bed & Breakfast has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Richmond Bed & Breakfast?

Yep, The Richmond Bed & Breakfast is a short 6-minute walk from Shanklin Beach.

Does The Richmond Bed & Breakfast serve breakfast?

Yeah, free English brekkie is on offer at The Richmond Bed & Breakfast.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Richmond Bed & Breakfast?

No, The Richmond Bed & Breakfast does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Richmond Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Richmond Bed & Breakfast?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Richmond Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room spacious and clean, breakfast cooked excellent and fresh with good options. Lovely experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed from 24th to 27th Aug 3 nights and didn’t realise when we booked we had stayed 10 yrs ago.Which Mark mentioned when we checked in as his Wife Kaz recognised the name. Had a lovely stay the weather was amazing, good breakfast and parking. The Seagulls were a bit annoying as they woke us at 5am but apart from that.We won’t leave it as long next time.
Our room very cosy
The steamer Inn and Waterfront (seafront at Shanklin)
The Tommy Bradshaws (Bistro and pub) Shanklin centre
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place. Walking distance to town centre and the beach. Family run b/b. Very friendly owners. Very clean. Would recommend it to anyone. Will go back one day. Thank you Mark and Kaz
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mimi

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to Shanklin High street. Free and nice breakfast is absolute a plus. Rooms are clean. Staff are friendly. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. Breakfast was excellent and feels like home
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kaliyuga

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

10/10 Excellent

D

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

A lovely home from home on the island

We had a wonderful time here during our stay on the Isle of Wight - the BnB is ran by a lovely couple who catered a tasty fresh breakfast for us each morning. The beds are extrenely comfortable in peaceful rooms - would highly recommend for anyone looking to explore the island. Meeting their adorable rescue dog was a treat too!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts are engaging, responsive and friendly, ensuring all guests are welcomed and comfortable. Breakfasts are well cooked and plentiful. The rooms and ensuites are generously proportioned, clean and well decorated. The property is very well appointed for pubs, restaurants and only a short walk from the esplanade and beach. I highly commend this establishment.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cary

Brilliant had great time bringing brilliant people
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ABIGAIL

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

Lovely accommodation, would stay again

We stayed in room 6 the small double and it wasn't as small as i imagined it would be. Very good size and everything was lovely. Hosts were nice and breakfast was well organised
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

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

Fantastic accommodation

Great stay, great hosts, great location, lovely breakfast !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

JULIE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Richmond location is ideal for walking, buses and train station. The property is comfortable and has everything you require in the room. If i was being picky i would like to see less sugary items at breakfast and opt for plain greek yogurt, Weetabix, low sugar muesli as the options on offer are too sweet. Also less plastic flowers and plants which attract the dust but that is only my preference otherwise all good.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Richmond was quiet and restful, which was what we were looking for. The room was large and airy, comfortably furnished with plenty of storage space. Breakfast was perfectly cooked with plenty of choice. The owners were friendly and helpful, keen that we enjoy our stay. We would be very happy to stay there again. We were sad that this lovely couple, working hard and doing a great job, have had to take abuse from unreasonable people who expect the service of a 5* hotel from B & B proprieters. Read the information before you book folks and leave vacancies at this lovely place for people who appreciate it.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iona

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

Charming b&b in shanklin

The Richmond is a lovely place to stay- Mark and his wife are lovely people . The breakfast was delicious and the room was perfect- I was on a group tour and this was a very comfortable place to come back to
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the room which was quite large and comfortable. The breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Excellent place to stay in Shanklin.

The stay for one night was very pleasant. Mark was very welcoming and clear about the accommodation and local facilities. The room was really comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely bed and breakfast with very friendly hosts. Very clean and tidy with nice decor. The aduslts only policy is a bonus as it was very quiet. The location is within walking distance of the beach, the bus and railway stations as well as the restuarants in the old town.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Wonderful stay through and through.

The Richmond is a wonderful b&b with faultless service through and through. The only slight niggles were the car parking which can be a little tricky to negotiate (but we did park on-site for our entire stay) and the size of the room, as we had the smaller double room. It was still big enough to accommodate both of us, but there was no storage space but we knew this in advance. Otherwise it was superb - Mark and Caz are wonderful, friendly and helpful, the breakfasts were lovely and it is in a great location for the centre of Shanklin, and only a few minutes walk from the old village. It is also by far the cleanest b&b we have ever stayed in. Faultless.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for all parts of town for beach, walks, shops, theatre. Parts of town are a bit run down.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

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

Excellent

Owners very friendly and accommodating would use again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019