Hotel Testimonials

"5/5 Truly 5****

We had 2 rooms at the Yacht over August bank holiday weekend for my brothers wedding.

We had a 'Platinum suite' on the 4th floor, and a 'silver double' in the old part of the hotel. The high standards of the hotel are well documented and I agree with them all but what makes this place different are the special touches examples below;

Eating fresh oysters alfresco (under a heat lamp!) with a chilled bottle of Champagne, whilst your 4 year old sits with you tucking into a fresh and healthy 'kids meal' with a freshly juiced smoothy, whilst your teenagers sit up at the 'trendy' high bar eating Sushi, what an environment?!!! Oh and when you are too full to order the cheeseboard.... but really want it, the waitress carried it up to the suite for me, put it on the balcony and poured the wine :)

When we went to don our complimentary robes and slippers (to eat the cheese and drink the wine;) Our robes were still a little damp from our afternoon trip to the spa. I called housekeeping and within 5 minutes a member of staff knocked and delivered WARM robes.

My brother works in the hospitality industry and his expectations for his wedding were especially high. Judith Peebles the wedding co-ordinator didn't just meet his demands but exceeded them? The whole event was truly stunning. How that woman manages to remain so calm when dealing with an event like this is beyond me, I would recommend her, and her staff in a heartbeat. The cheese and cigars on the balcony for the boys and the tea and cake (or champers) for the girls was just one highlight.

We have stayed in 5 star hotels around the world both for pleasure and business, and we have vowed to make The Yacht a 'must do' every year for a short break.

Oh, and if you are checking out TA for wedding venues......stop now, you've found it."

Stayed August 2011 - Tripadvisor Review

“Great room and location, excellent room-serviced breakfast, excellent spa”
"Unusually enjoyable hotel for a business trip. Efficient staff. Excellent location and complimentary upgrade to 'platinum room'. Good food and excellent breakfast in room - particularly impressive was room service's ringing when breakfast was 2 minutes away. This was a nice touch and everything was hot and fresh - even even the poached eggs and toast. Unusally for a hotel, managed to get a good night's sleep. Lively but civilised terrace bars/restaurants."

Tripadvisor review 12 May 2011

“ABSOLUTELY SUPERB FROM START TO FINISH”
"Had a room on the 4th floor overlooking Liberation Sq and the Weighbridge and were fortunate enough to be there for the Liberation Day celebrations which were absolutely brilliant. Had a superb view of everything from our balcony. The choirs, bands, parades, liberation vehicles and vintage cars were all first class.

Our room was superb, large bedroom, bath and separate shower, two TVs (lounge and bathroom), large balcony with table and chairs, minibar, tea and coffee facilities (replenished twice per day), turn down service - everything you needed was there! We did not see/use the spa and pool as we were too busy exploring the island but other guest remarked on how good these were.

The hotel was exceptionally clean and the food in all three restaurants (Cabin, Sirocco and Zephyr) was first class. Lazy Jack was another bar with superb lounge area. Breakfast was served in the Sirocco and you could choose to eat in the restaurant or on the terrace - excellent, and with a wide range of food available. Chef always on hand to cook omlettes and fresh eggs.

The staff were extremely courteous and nothing was too much trouble.. The receptionist even smiled when we told her that we had spilt a full glass of red wine over the carpet! "Accidents happen" was her response.

We cannot think of anything negative to say about this hotel. My husband has travelled the world, staying in many different hotels and he said this is certainly the best he has stayed in with respect to cleanliness and service.

Like many other city hotels, the Royal Yacht does not have a car park, however, it is only a few minutes walk away (uphill).

ENJOY!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

Tripadvisor review 12 May 2011

“I just wanted to convey my sincere thanks for my recent stay at the Royal Yacht Hotel. All the staff at the Royal Yacht were very friendly, helpful and professional at all times. It really was an absolute pleasure to stay there. We dined in both restaurants during our stay and the food was outstanding. It really is a credit to all your staff (as at the end of the day you are the people who make the hotel what it is, not just the fancy décor!). I have stayed in many 4/5 star hotels throughout Europe and I can safely say that the Royal Yacht and its staff are certainly streets ahead of any of their competitors – keep up the good work.

"I look forward to staying at your hotel in the foreseeable future and would certainly have no hesitation in recommending your hotel for any business/leisure events.”

"Hotel was great - what lovely people - and ideally placed for seeing the town and escaping to the country"

"Superb hotel in an excellent lively town centre. I thought the new development married really well onto the older part of the hotel. The room was well designed, comfortable and spacious. The spa had excellent facilities and the mud treatment was thoroughly enjoyable. I am usually not too keen on treatments most spas offer (from a male point of view!), but that was both fun and unique and I would definitely recommend that to honeymooners. The food at Sirocco restaurant was simply one of the best meals I have eaten anywhere in the world. Superb menu, gorgeous local food, reasonably priced, great views of the harbour and fantastic service - what more could anyone ask for?"

"My wife and I have just spent a fabulous weekend at your hotel and felt we had to let you all know. Your staff are an absolute credit to your hotel, nothing was too much trouble, happy friendly faces and ready to help. The hotel is beautiful, the food was fabulous and so was the spa facilities. Everywhere we went within the hotel, the staff were fantastic. We hope we can spend another weekend there soon, our wedding anniversary is in July, so maybe we will see you then"

"My wife and I stayed at the Hotel over the Bank Holiday weekend attending a Silver Wedding at the Sirocco. The Staff throughout the Hotel were superb which made our stay the more enjoyable. The Spa facilities were second to none. Recommended to friends already."
 

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