Just back from another fantastic stay at this great hotel. Hosts Bob and Anne and all their staff are friendly and welcoming, nothing is too much trouble. Breakfasts are hot made to order and plentiful with a great choice of menu. I love sitting on the Deck in their tea gardens enjoying the view and their freshly made bagettes. We... More

Great place to stay, the owners Bob & Anne were there when we arrived and gave us a quick tour of the hotel. Nothing was too much to ask, Anne kindly gave us some bedding for our travel cot as we had forgotten the base sheet. It was good to know that they would go out of their way to... More

I returned to the Carlton Hotel 10 years after my first stay along with my Fiance. Everything was perfect from the minute we arrived to the second we left. We had one of the balcony rooms that give you a fantastic view of Shanklin Bay and although due to the weather we never got to sit out on the balcony... More

We have become life long friends with Ann, Bob and their lovely family due to their amazing charm, friendly persona and respect for their guests. Their hotel is located in a truly picturesque location over looking the English chanel, with butiful views to 3 aspects. A beach is a short stroll albeit down a lot of steps, however there is... More

We have stayed at this hotel 3 years on the trot and currently planning our 4th. We feel very at home as bob and anne treat us like we are family. We have 2 children and the family room is perfect for our needs. Breakfast is excellent with a varied choice and great service. Perfect location for old town and... More

We came across this lovely b@b hotel after walking out of the hotel we previousley booked.Bob and Anne were very helpful and made our stay complete.The Carlton is a very welcoming family run hotel,very cosy,food excellent,rooms very clean with every thing you need.Iwould advise anyone who is about to have a few days away to check it out.We will be... More

Having stayed at The Carlton for the fourth consequtive year back in August 2012 I can say that you will not find a better positioned and friendly hotel on the IOW. Bob and Anne are geat hosts and this family run hotel is a lovely place to relax and unwind. The rooms are very clean and tidy and the bar... More

A Lovely Hotel with beautiful gardens. Lovely Sea View Rooms. Hosts Ann & Bob make you very welcome, and are very friendly. Breakfasts very good, served by very friendly staff. Bar and terrace have beautiful views across the sea. Will definitely go back agin soon.

A lovely Hotel with great host's (Ann & Bob). Beautiful view from garden terrace ,superb Garden & a very Hearty Breakfast served by the warm & friendly staff. We found it easy to relax here very quickly & would definitely return again ,nothing was to much trouble for the host's making for a very enjoyable stay. All in all i... More