The Royal Esplanade is located in the heart of all necessary transport links throughout the Isle of Wight, as well as beautiful beach paths and walks, making it the perfect location for exploring one of the most ideal locations in the UK to take a break to.
The Royal Esplanade Hotel, 16 Esplanade, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 2ED
Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde Pier Head is a lovely route, crossing the waters between the Isle of Wight and landing on the cusp of a Victorian Pier in just 22 minutes. Our iconic hotel is located to the end of this heritage pier!
The high-speed 'FastCat' catamarans serving this route come with spacious passenger lounges, bicycle racks and a sun deck, perfect for taking in the views during the day.
Catamaran WebsiteThe Hovercraft operates as the fastest ferry crossing between Southsea in Portsmouth and Ryde on the Isle Of Wight. A wonderfully speedy experience and a stones throw from the hotel!
Hover Travel WebsiteThe Island is served by Wightlink who offer a Car Ferry crossing from Portsmouth to Fishbourne (40 mins) and also from Lymington to Yarmouth (35 mins).
If travelling to Fishbourne it will take approximately 10-15 mins by car to get to The Royal Esplanade Hotel in Ryde. From Yarmouth it's approximately 35 mins.
Wightlink Car Ferry WebsiteThe hotel holds a car park for residents of the hotel to book in advance and make use of. There is a cost to park in the car park and this can be booked by calling us on 01983562549
To reach the multiple stunning locations and experiences across the island, we also have a doorstep bus station, a convenience we are super lucky to have to carry you through the veins and arteries of the Isle of Wight!
Bus Information WebsiteFancy taking an E-Scooter out for the day?
Directed just opposite the hotel, Beryl E-Scooters are available to hire from both it's roadside location and in the app, with Beryl Bays and the Isle of Wight operating zone also shown in the app.
E-Scooters are available to hire through two payment choices of Pay-As-You-Ride or Minute Bundles and can be booked in advance too.
E-Scooter WebsiteBookable 24/7 online, or call us directly on 01983 562549
