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Reviews of The Birkdale Guest House

4 out of 5
The Birkdale Guest House
5 Grange Road, Shanklin, England

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

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Amazing!
It was amazing. Will definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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Lovely peaceful very clean and friendly place
We stayed at the Birkdale for two nights. Everything from checking in, the room, facilities, the comprehensive information pack were perfect. Everything has been thought of, and it has to be one of the cleanest hotels I have ever used everything was spotless. The breakfast choice was varied, and once again everything had been thought of, and was on the table ready upon arriving in the dining room. The food was fresh and delicious, and the service was great. Would highly recommend to anyone. Lesley and Colin were most helpful and made sure we had everything we needed for a lovely weekend. Nothing was too much trouble.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

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10/10
The stay was top quality but top end furnishings throughout. Lovely breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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Excellent Guesthouse
Everything was amazing! Perfect location, immaculately clean and the breakfast was the best we have ever had!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Birkdale is a Superb Guest House.
We had a fantastic three night stay thanks to Lesley, Colin and Sarah. From the welcoming chat, over a cup of coffee, Lesley and Colin were excellent and friendly hosts who provided everything that we could wish for to make our stay as comfortable as possible. We particularly enjoyed the nice touches such as Lesley’s homemade yoghurt at breakfast and her homemade biscuits, provided in the room, which were very tasty. The Guest House is spotlessly clean and well maintained and we had no COVID concerns. Rooms can be serviced daily on request but cleaning materials are also provided in the wardrobe. The breakfasts, which are pre-ordered the night before from an extensive menu, are very generous, delicious, cooked to perfection and served with a welcoming smile by Sarah. The breakfasts set us up for the whole day! We stayed in the first floor four poster bedroom which is very comfortable and spacious with a compact shower room. Additional comforts are a fan, hair dryer and small fridge for the storage of fresh milk and cold water. Two bottles of Spring Water are provided in the fridge which can be refilled from the complimentary water cooler in the hallway. There is one parking space available for each room and the Birkdale’s location is only a few minutes’ walk from Shanklin Old Village with its numerous attractions, shops, restaurants and pubs. We would thoroughly recommend the Birkdale and would have no hesitation in booking again the next time we visit the Isle of Wight.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from The Birkdale Guest House on 1 Jul 2022
It was an absolute pleasure to have had such lovely guests, and thank you so much for your lovely review

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Travelled with family
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Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paheerathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly owners, great breakfast, a clean, newly decorated and comfortable room with USB charging ports and good wi-fi. The location is good, close to restaurants and the village. We enjoyed our stay and I recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

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The owners were lovely and very welcoming, also the attention to detail was outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

David

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Superb
The Birkdale Guest House is superb, by far the best we have stayed. Nothing was too much trouble, the room was clean and airy, breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mr C D

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Fabulous great value guest house
We stayed for 4 nights in the Superior King with four-poster bed and we were not disappointed. Lesley and Colin were warm, friendly hosts and the room was large, airy and very clean. The shower room was compact but perfectly suitable and the breakfast choices were generous and beautifully cooked. All in all we were so pleased we stayed at the Birkdale and if (when) we return to Shanklin we will have no hesitation in booking at the Birkdale again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

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Lovely couple, lovely place, central location and beautiful breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
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Very clean Jackie and Bill were the perfect hosts the breakfast was one of the best and nothing was too nuch bother for either Jackie or Bill. This was our third visit and we will be back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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Fantastic stay.
The Birkdale is an excellent Hotel. Spotlessly clean, delicious breakfast, with a very nice selection of cereals, fruit and cooked. Our room was a good size, with very comfy bed and lovely en-suite. Great location, with some fab eateries just around the corner. Thanks for having us Jackie and Bill.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
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Well located property, with convenient off-road parking tight in front. Within a minute's walk from shops, pubs, and restaurants. The room we were in was large, airy, tastefully decorated and comfortable, with an en suite and a four-poster bed. Tea/coffee making facilities were provided, along with a hair dryer. I cannot think of anything amiss! The hosts were superb - very welcoming and friendly. The breakfasts on offer were of very high standard, with choices including superb cooked breakfast. Overall, an excellent stay for 3 nights was had by my wife and myself.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Steve

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Book the twin room and staff very help full but I think the twin room on ground floor was a little small for my mum and dad but saying this mum and dad had a lovely’ stay thank you for taking care of them 👍 would book a big room next. I Recommend you look around the village 👍👍
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

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Lovely Find
Great guest house, Jackie and Bill were so welcoming. Room was lovely and clean and a good size. Great variety at breakfast which set us up for the day. Would go there again without a doubt.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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Isle of Wight Festival visit .
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in The Birkdale Hotel , I would recommend it to everyone and we will certainly stay there on any future visits to the Isle of Wight .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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A Real Gem in Shanklin
We spent a long weekend at The Birkdale Guest House and had wonderful service and were made very welcome. Nothing was too much trouble and Jackie gave us lots of tips and advice on where to eat and visit. The breakfasts were freshly cooked to order and lots of fresh fruit and home made jams were a great touch. We were situated right in the main town so close to some lovely pubs and restaurants and not very far from the beach area. Also plenty of car spaces on the forecourt so never a problem to park. We had a standard room on the first floor which was lovely but next time we would book a superior room as larger.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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Yet to experience at better Guest House!!!
The Birkdale is a well located establishment within easy walking distance for the local town Shanklin. The owners (Bill & Jackie) are very friendly and helpful. Facilities at the Birkdale are excellent, well furnished, clean and the hospitality is great and was much appreciated by us. Breakfasts would satisfy even the fussiest of eaters as the sheer variety of choices covered all tastes. Would highly recommend the Birkdale to all visitors to Isle of Wight.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Keith, Hampshire

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Host were very helpful and polite breakfast was great with lots of options parking was excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ip, London

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Friendly owners. Close to high street and beach. Lots of choice for restaurants. The rooms are clean and well equipped. Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Graham

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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

lee

Spotless
This place is immaculate throughout,Jackie and Bill are joy to stay with,nothing to much trouble and Shanklin is an ideal base to stay for your trip.would go back again without hesitation
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

John

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warm welcome
warm welcome, tuned in to dietary needs, immaculate decor, comfortable room, ideal location for Old Village and restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen, York

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Superb accommodation
This is the best B&B ever-superb rooms-delicious breakfast-lovely hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Very clean,great owners.
Nothing was to much trouble for owners Jackie and Bill. They are the perfect hosts and if we visit the Isle of Wight again this would be the first place we would look to book.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Berkdale Hotel
Firstly the attention to detail was very good, from the makeup flannel to the lovely little jam pots, we were greeted with a cup of tea in a lovely lounge which was spotless, the bedroom was also very clean and tidy the decor was also very tasteful, my only downside was the bed for me it was to hard But that me, the location was very good with some nice places to eat within walking distance, all in all a lovely place to stay well done to Jackie and Bill,for a great stay and a great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

David, Derby

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Immaculately clean, superior fixtures and fittings, you can tell the owners care and take a pride in their guest house. You don't need to ask for anything, they have thought of everything to the finest detail. Everything works as it should. We had a superior room upstairs, the shower was spacious and the water pressure was powerful. Another bonus is they have the same number of parking spaces as they have rooms. Superb breakfast. Very highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Perfect location and would stay again everything was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Traxy

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Lovely hotel in a great location
Bill and Jackie made us feel really welcome. Our room, with spa bath, was beautiful and spacious and the location of the hotel was perfect. A quiet location but only a few step away from everything - 10 minutes walk to the beach and plenty of pubs and restaurants within a couple of minutes walk. We were there over the Easter weekend and all guests were greeted with a chocolate bunny at their breakfast table on Easter Sunday. A really nice touch and an example of how well guests are treated and looked after. Would definitely stay here again if on the Island and would absolute recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

NJ, Melbourne, Australia

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Modern, comfortable & friendly
Great stay, from the big rooms, comfortable bed and quiet to the plentiful breakfast options. Easy parking out the front. And the Rock Shop (lollies and sweets) is just down the street on the corner.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Ferndown, Dorset

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely guest house close to Shanklin old village
Friendly, welcoming and attentive hosts. Location was excellent, being very close to the old village but in a quiet side street. The Birkdale was one of the cleanest B&Bs/Hotels we have stayed in. Our room was clean, well presented, larger than average and stocked with everything that we could need. Breakfasts were beautifully cooked and there was plenty of choice with accompaniments. We wouldn’t hesitate to return to this guest house and would also recommend it to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

tony, kent

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quiet hotel close to town centre
Very nice quiet guest house lovely breakfasts charming owners close to all amenities small, 7 rooms, but very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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great Breckfast
Superb breakfast, and a great location close to Shanklin old village, and high street.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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fantastic
Amazing, the owners bill and Jackie were outstanding in their service, made our stay wonderful. Thankyou.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

kerry, Farnham England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel close to amenities
This is the 2nd time we stayed here and love it. It's run by a couple who go out of their way to make ur stay pleasurable. We are already planning to come back next year. Even if ur visiting the other half of island u can stay here as it's a short drive. Lovely rooms, fantastic breakfasts. I suggest u diet before u go as u will eat so much !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

T, Essex UK

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Welcoming hotel
Immaculate hotel. Excellent breakfast. Lovely stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Lovely guest house. Located in the old town of Shanklin near all of the old thatched cottages. Very friendly, helpful hosts. Super clean and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sara, H

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Excellent accommodation, very friendly owners.
Just come back from the Birkdale and had a fantastic stay. Very accommodating owners and allowed us to leave our bags there to go on our last day before our train. We stayed in the superior room with bath. Room was very clean and a great space, the bathroom was immaculate with toiletries provided. Room was serviced everyday that we were there. Breakfast was excellent, such a wide range of cereals, fruit, yoghurts and that's before the cooked breakfast. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to stay in the Old Shanklin Village as it is just a short walk to the village and there are lots of places to eat locally.

10/10 Excellent

J

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10/10 Excellent

Marie

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Quality is found throughout this guest house
Cup of coffee on arrival was very welcoming. Bill and Jackie treat you as friends rather than guests and ensure your stay is as pleasant as possible. On Valentine's Day they even gave us a box of chocolates! Their guest house is spotless, modern and comes with extras like a small sewing kit. The free toiletries are of a high quality as are the flannels and bath towels. Breakfast was plentiful and we particularly liked the home made jams and fresh fruit salad. We throughly recommend this guest house and will book again next time we visit the Isle of Wight.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Great B&B
A great B&B, great luxury, great hosts, nothing too much trouble, helpful with places to eat and visit.

10/10 Excellent

Alan, bristol

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excellent place to stay for a short break
very clean, well furnished, good location and superb breakfast