Somerton Lodge Hotel
Shanklin, Isle of Wight

This beautiful Victorian hotel is set amid the idyllic backdrop of a leafy tree-lined avenue, within walking distance of Shanklin Old Village, the Chine and the town centre. Centrally heated en suite accommodation is complemented by tastefully decorated communal rooms, sympathetic to the hotel’s Victorian heritage. The spacious non-smoking dining room is ideal for a hearty Somerton Lodge breakfast. Sample a drink from the well-stocked bar, or just enjoy the tranquility of the non-smoking dry lounge. The south facing gardens offer the morning sun over a cup of tea, whilst you can also relax with a newspaper on the sun terrace. For those looking for a more active break, the facilities at the hotel next door are available at special rates and include a swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi and gym.

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Shanklin is a popular seaside resort on the Isle of Wight, England, just south of Sandown on the south-east coast. The old village and the chine are its main attractions along with the sandy beach. The esplanade along the beach is occupied by hotels and restaurants for the most part, and is one of the most tourist-oriented parts of the town. The other is the Old Village, at the top of Shanklin Chine. The main shopping centre consists of two roads, Regent Street and High Street, which comprises the largest retail area in the south of the Isle of Wight, significant for tourists but also as an amenity for residents.