5 Grange Road, Shanklin, PO37 6NN, United Kingdom
#12 of 30 B&Bs and inns in Shanklin
Guests' ChoiceBased on 26 B&B reviews
9.9Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Location
10.0
Facilities
10.0
Staff
10.0
Value for money
10.0
Free Wifi
10.0
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Reviewed: August 26, 2025
Melvyn
United KingdomEverything from the wonderful hospitality,cleanliness,comfort,location,and the AMAZING Breakfast.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 26, 2025
Andrew
United KingdomN/A
The cleanliness, staff and location.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 5, 2025
Gina
United KingdomClean rooms and convenient to walk to local restaurants, pubs.
Fabulous choice. Cooked to perfection.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: July 20, 2025
John
United KingdomEverything was perfect
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 15, 2025
Michael
United Kingdomnothing
excellent choices for breakfast &close to facilities
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: April 13, 2025
Joy
United KingdomNothing
The owners made you feel very welcome. Nothing was too much trouble. When we asked for more tea etc we always received some more. Room was lovely and spacious and very clean. Breakfast was amazing and the tea came free flowing. Nothing to dislike.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: August 27, 2024
Alin-filip
United KingdomNothing
Everything
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: July 13, 2024
Rowena
United KingdomNothing.
Extremely helpful friendly owners. Good position, clean and comfortable . Dietary requirements well catered for. Good selection of breakfast items.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: June 25, 2024
Mohamed
United KingdomExceptionally clean. Very nice rooms. Lovely breakfasts and very friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 23, 2024
Clive
United KingdomNothing
Everything, was spotlessly clean, lovely appointed room, with lots of finishing touches, superb breakfast, excellent hosts
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 7, 2024
Kath
United KingdomWe would not change a thing.
We had a warm welcome from our lovely hosts who throughout our stay were really friendly and helpful. Our room was lovely, beautifully decorated and the en suite bathroom was very well appointed with good quality toiletries provided. Everything was spotlessly clean. There were plentiful supplies of beverages, biscuits, fresh milk and mineral water. The breakfast was all freshly prepared and there was a lot of choice. Overall we were very happy with the Birkdale guest house, we would definitely recommend them.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 24, 2024
Jacqueline
United KingdomI could not find a fault
Colin and Leslie are the most wonderful hosts, welcoming, considerate when dealing with breakfast requests and accommodating. The rooms are amazing especially rooms 4 and 5. Helpful in advising how to get to them and plenty of places to visit leaflets. Exceptional value for money.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: November 14, 2023
Sheila
United KingdomNothing - We were more than happy with everything.
The Breakfast was excellent, with a wide variety of options, well presented with a smile. Made our much needed break so much better. Keep doing what you're doing - you have everything just right.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: November 4, 2023
Michael
GermanyTastefully furnished and very well equipped house and room, very friendly and helpful hosts, good location to explore the island, great breakfast, safe and sufficient parking space. Definitely stay there again.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 21, 2023
Andrew
United KingdomEverything , you cannot fault this property. The room was amazing. Lovely little touches. The breakfast was amazing, so much choice.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: September 16, 2023
Heather
United KingdomThere's was not anything we didn't like
Lovely place to stay there. There was nothing Bad about this place
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 7, 2023
Jacqueline
United KingdomNothing!
Room quality was outstand, breakfast had large selection even for my wife who has a Gluten intolerance, friendly and helpful staff. Totally amazing. We can't wait to return
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: July 27, 2023
Lee
United KingdomNothing. It was perfect.
Perfect location in the heart of Shanklin Old Village.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 24, 2023
Wickham
United KingdomI cannot think of anything that was missed out!
Exceptional attention to detail in giving every comfort to our stay with lovely owners and friendly staff on hand. We felt looked after but privacy was also respected, under no pressure if we wanted to remain in our room during the day. Very clean, light and comfortable room with ensuite, complete with every bathroom luxury. On site parking in front with proximity to shops, restaurants and the sea front. I cannot recommend this place highly enough.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 2, 2023
Sameer
United KingdomGreat guest house, friendly hosts, and amazing breakfast. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable. Perfect!
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: June 19, 2023
Jamie
United Kingdomthe couple that run the guest house are amazing people I would highly recommend anyone to stay there we will definitely be going back
it was a lovely place to stay very very clean
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: May 11, 2023
Craig
Macaunothing to dislike
Everything was really neat and tidy, very tasteful decor and the hosts were really nice people.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: December 6, 2022
Elizabeth
United KingdomNothing really, just the stairs up to the room - though Lesley and Colin help with luggage - and possibly more flexibility in breakfast times, though I acknowledge this might be difficult in a small establishment without staff.
The Birkdale far exceeded my expectations. It was immaculate and looked as if it was freshly decorated. All the extras provided in the bedroom and bathroom were what one normally finds in a good class hotel. The breakfast was excellent and served in an attractive room with beautifully laid tables. The proprietors, Lesley and Colin were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: September 20, 2022
Linda
United KingdomThere was nothing we didn't like.
The location was perfect. Right in the heart of Shanklin village. Easily accessible to the High Street with restaurants, bars and the Theatre. The breakfast at the Birkdale Guest House was the best we have ever had.
Stayed in September 2022
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