The Penta
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$76
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About this property
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a flat-screen TV, as well as a coffee/tea maker and heating. Other amenities include towels, an electric kettle, a desk, and a sitting area.
Location
Located in Douglas, Penta Hotel is on the beach. Gaiety Theatre and Manx Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Douglas Bay Horse Tramway and Isle of Man Arts Centre. Curraghs Wildlife Park and Milntown House are also worth visiting.
Free Wi-Fi
Golf Course (nearby)
Beach (Nearby)
Location
15 -16 Palace Terrace, Queens Promenade, Douglas Promenade, Isle of Man
Room options
1
Double Room with Sea View
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
242 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTV
3
Double Room
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
242 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTV
3
Twin Room
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
191 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTV
2
Suite with Sea View
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of The Penta
8.4
Very good
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The Penta earns praise for its promenade location with easy bus links, generally spacious and clean rooms, and friendly, helpful staff, while recurring notes mention a very simple continental breakfast, some accessibility challenges, and occasional room warmth or noise.
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The Penta earns praise for its promenade location with easy bus links, generally spacious and clean rooms, and friendly, helpful staff, while recurring notes mention a very simple continental breakfast, some accessibility challenges, and occasional room warmth or noise.
Reception is often unmanned and handled via a phone, and a few guests note there is no on-site bar. Some rooms have sea views, while others face the rear. Overall, expect a straightforward, good-value base with basic comforts.
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Facilities
Parking is generally easy nearby. Several guests report accessibility challenges such as stairs without handrails and showers over baths or high tubs, and some note there is no on-site bar (a sister hotel is used instead).
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Dawn
Sep 18, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
Lovely 3 star hotel, we had an attic room with sea views, very spacious and the en-suite was newly refurbished with great water pressure making the shower very efficient. The lift was small but efficient, not a suitable place for people with mobility issues as the step up to the front door were steep, we struggled sometimes after a days walking. Convenient for the city of Douglas and we bought 5day tickets (Go explore) for the buses trams, electric and steam trains and entrance to museums so we were able to explore the island. The transport was always on time. The area was very clean as was the hotel. The light breakfast was adequate for our needs and the staff were very attentive and helpful. We will be back.
Lovely 3 star hotel, we had an attic room with sea views, very spacious and the en-suite was newly refurbished with great water pressure making the shower very efficient. The lift was small but efficient, not a suitable place for people with mobility issues as the step up to the front door were steep, we struggled sometimes after a days walking. Convenient for the city of Douglas and we bought 5day tickets (Go explore) for the buses trams, electric and steam trains and entrance to museums so we were able to explore the island. The transport was always on time. The area was very clean as was the hotel. The light breakfast was adequate for our needs and the staff were very attentive and helpful. We will be back.
8
BRIAN
Sep 21, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location, friendly staff, easy parking.
Good location, friendly staff, easy parking.
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Christine
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Continental breakfast What the hotel Could do to improve, is disabled guest's need shower, showers over the bath, is a no go for me and my other friends. Needs handrails, grab rails. Apart from that no complaints really
Continental breakfast What the hotel Could do to improve, is disabled guest's need shower, showers over the bath, is a no go for me and my other friends. Needs handrails, grab rails. Apart from that no complaints really
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Paul
Jun 25, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Communication before we checked in was excellent including bus instructions. We checked in on a Friday evening and the check in was unmanned but done via a hotel phone. The room was large and clean and could have easily accommodated a couple of comfortable chairs (which sadly it did not). The shower was good but the bed doonas/duvees were two singles. The shower was good (but was 'in bath' so not good for those with mobility problems). The view from our room (which had lots of windows) was nothing great. The complimentary breakfasts were basic. The location is a couple of Kilometers north of the town centre but there were a few local restaurants and bars (The Terminus is a good one). Overall good.
Communication before we checked in was excellent including bus instructions. We checked in on a Friday evening and the check in was unmanned but done via a hotel phone. The room was large and clean and could have easily accommodated a couple of comfortable chairs (which sadly it did not). The shower was good but the bed doonas/duvees were two singles. The shower was good (but was 'in bath' so not good for those with mobility problems). The view from our room (which had lots of windows) was nothing great. The complimentary breakfasts were basic. The location is a couple of Kilometers north of the town centre but there were a few local restaurants and bars (The Terminus is a good one). Overall good.
8
Theresa
Nov 20, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The Penta was spotlessly clean. Large room & en suite. Was unmanned most of the time but was easy to communicate with manager & sister hotel, when required. Limited, free continental breakfast, was unexpected (other than what we read in previous reviews) Would've loved a bar on site but were able to use the sister hotel. Comfortable stay. Fair walk to centre of Douglas but not a problem.
The Penta was spotlessly clean. Large room & en suite. Was unmanned most of the time but was easy to communicate with manager & sister hotel, when required. Limited, free continental breakfast, was unexpected (other than what we read in previous reviews) Would've loved a bar on site but were able to use the sister hotel. Comfortable stay. Fair walk to centre of Douglas but not a problem.
10
Amelia
Jun 27, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We loved the Art Deco decor in the entrance hall. The room was big. Great location. Managed to get a parking space close by each day. Really good shower. Good price
We loved the Art Deco decor in the entrance hall. The room was big. Great location. Managed to get a parking space close by each day. Really good shower. Good price
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Jason
Aug 6, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
No greet and welcome no bar no restrant false advertising left a day early had to pay taxies to get to town centre there and back told ud we had sea view and we a brick wall had to eat out waste of money asked for a refund no answer again Got ingnored terrable exsperiance never again
No greet and welcome no bar no restrant false advertising left a day early had to pay taxies to get to town centre there and back told ud we had sea view and we a brick wall had to eat out waste of money asked for a refund no answer again Got ingnored terrable exsperiance never again
10
Ken
Jun 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I enjoyed my stay here very quiet lovely bathroom plenty of hot water. Parking good. Close to promanard.
I enjoyed my stay here very quiet lovely bathroom plenty of hot water. Parking good. Close to promanard.
10
Robert
Sep 16, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
The Penta is a nice, reasonably priced hotel across from the beach. We stayed in room 19, which is considered a ‘large twin’. We didn’t have a view, but the room was spacious,quiet, clean and well maintained. I would warn those with mobility issues that the tub is high and may be difficult to climb out. The free Breakfast was simple but it was all we needed: cereal, toast , juice, coffee and tea. Although there were only a few restaurants close by, we liked the Chinese restaurant next to the casino. The bus stop is across the street, allowing us to get all over the island without difficulty. We highly recommend the Penta.
The Penta is a nice, reasonably priced hotel across from the beach. We stayed in room 19, which is considered a ‘large twin’. We didn’t have a view, but the room was spacious,quiet, clean and well maintained. I would warn those with mobility issues that the tub is high and may be difficult to climb out. The free Breakfast was simple but it was all we needed: cereal, toast , juice, coffee and tea. Although there were only a few restaurants close by, we liked the Chinese restaurant next to the casino. The bus stop is across the street, allowing us to get all over the island without difficulty. We highly recommend the Penta.
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Janette
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Room at back of hotel - noisy air con outside, lights on all night outside shines in room through inadequate curtains. Scary stairs to ground floor - no hand rail on bottom flight. Poor breakfast even if complimentary- shower good! View to sheer cliff or adjacent hotel rooms.
Room at back of hotel - noisy air con outside, lights on all night outside shines in room through inadequate curtains. Scary stairs to ground floor - no hand rail on bottom flight. Poor breakfast even if complimentary- shower good! View to sheer cliff or adjacent hotel rooms.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness across rooms and bathrooms is praised consistently, with multiple mentions of well-maintained spaces. A few note the building is older, but housekeeping standards remain strong.
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Julia
Aug 21, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Older property, but well maintained and the staff members were wonderful!
Older property, but well maintained and the staff members were wonderful!
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Francesca
May 1, 2023
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The hotel was easy to get to from the airport with the bus stop just ouside. Check in was easy and quick. Room was big and clean. Good size bathroom with powerful shower.
The hotel was easy to get to from the airport with the bus stop just ouside. Check in was easy and quick. Room was big and clean. Good size bathroom with powerful shower.
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Theresa
Nov 20, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The Penta was spotlessly clean. Large room & en suite. Was unmanned most of the time but was easy to communicate with manager & sister hotel, when required. Limited, free continental breakfast, was unexpected (other than what we read in previous reviews) Would've loved a bar on site but were able to use the sister hotel. Comfortable stay. Fair walk to centre of Douglas but not a problem.
The Penta was spotlessly clean. Large room & en suite. Was unmanned most of the time but was easy to communicate with manager & sister hotel, when required. Limited, free continental breakfast, was unexpected (other than what we read in previous reviews) Would've loved a bar on site but were able to use the sister hotel. Comfortable stay. Fair walk to centre of Douglas but not a problem.
10
Michael
May 22, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
No view from room but clean and pleasant with all the amenities you would expect
No view from room but clean and pleasant with all the amenities you would expect
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Andrew
May 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really nice hotel. Spacious clean rooms. Staff great. Complimentary continental breakfast. Reception not manned through day, but not a problem as telephone linked. Had a great stay.
Really nice hotel. Spacious clean rooms. Staff great. Complimentary continental breakfast. Reception not manned through day, but not a problem as telephone linked. Had a great stay.
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Mike
May 4, 2023
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Nice spacious room on the top floor. Big bathroom and lots of storage. Very clean. Bed is a bit small, especially for the size of the room, but definitely comfortable. It's a little dated and old fashioned, but in a good way. It doesn't feel like one of a hundred identical hotels. No pretentions, just a very good, comfortable place to stay.
Nice spacious room on the top floor. Big bathroom and lots of storage. Very clean. Bed is a bit small, especially for the size of the room, but definitely comfortable. It's a little dated and old fashioned, but in a good way. It doesn't feel like one of a hundred identical hotels. No pretentions, just a very good, comfortable place to stay.
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Robert
Sep 16, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
The Penta is a nice, reasonably priced hotel across from the beach. We stayed in room 19, which is considered a ‘large twin’. We didn’t have a view, but the room was spacious,quiet, clean and well maintained. I would warn those with mobility issues that the tub is high and may be difficult to climb out. The free Breakfast was simple but it was all we needed: cereal, toast , juice, coffee and tea. Although there were only a few restaurants close by, we liked the Chinese restaurant next to the casino. The bus stop is across the street, allowing us to get all over the island without difficulty. We highly recommend the Penta.
The Penta is a nice, reasonably priced hotel across from the beach. We stayed in room 19, which is considered a ‘large twin’. We didn’t have a view, but the room was spacious,quiet, clean and well maintained. I would warn those with mobility issues that the tub is high and may be difficult to climb out. The free Breakfast was simple but it was all we needed: cereal, toast , juice, coffee and tea. Although there were only a few restaurants close by, we liked the Chinese restaurant next to the casino. The bus stop is across the street, allowing us to get all over the island without difficulty. We highly recommend the Penta.
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Kerry
Jul 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is beautiful, clean and the rooms a good size. Bathroom was spotless and again a good size that included a full size bath and shower. The only thing I can say and this is obviously a personal preference is the bed is far too hard, if you like a very firm mattress you'd love it, if you prefer anything with a bit of softness then theyre not for you. But overall i would recommend this hotel. I never had breakfast (my choice) so i can't say about that. Value for money it is well worth it, and youre across from the promenade
The hotel is beautiful, clean and the rooms a good size. Bathroom was spotless and again a good size that included a full size bath and shower. The only thing I can say and this is obviously a personal preference is the bed is far too hard, if you like a very firm mattress you'd love it, if you prefer anything with a bit of softness then theyre not for you. But overall i would recommend this hotel. I never had breakfast (my choice) so i can't say about that. Value for money it is well worth it, and youre across from the promenade
10
Ian
May 22, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Good value for money. Clean and spacious with friendly helpful staff.
Good value for money. Clean and spacious with friendly helpful staff.
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Ruth
Jun 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean,
Clean,
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Rooms
Many rooms are large, some with sea views, and several guests found them comfortable and quiet. Downsides include occasional excessive warmth or stuffiness, some noise or light bleed in rear rooms, mixed mattress comfort, and minor issues like intermittent TV sound.
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neil
Aug 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Spot hotel with brilliant views from the rooms , very spacious rooms
Spot hotel with brilliant views from the rooms , very spacious rooms
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Stephen
Sep 27, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Spacious room, friendly staff, breakfast as advertised
Spacious room, friendly staff, breakfast as advertised
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David
Aug 5, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Well located budget hotel with friendly and efficient staff. The room was very stuffy and airless and the “continental” breakfast was really just some cereals and toast. But a good location.
Well located budget hotel with friendly and efficient staff. The room was very stuffy and airless and the “continental” breakfast was really just some cereals and toast. But a good location.
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Mike
May 4, 2023
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Nice spacious room on the top floor. Big bathroom and lots of storage. Very clean. Bed is a bit small, especially for the size of the room, but definitely comfortable. It's a little dated and old fashioned, but in a good way. It doesn't feel like one of a hundred identical hotels. No pretentions, just a very good, comfortable place to stay.
Nice spacious room on the top floor. Big bathroom and lots of storage. Very clean. Bed is a bit small, especially for the size of the room, but definitely comfortable. It's a little dated and old fashioned, but in a good way. It doesn't feel like one of a hundred identical hotels. No pretentions, just a very good, comfortable place to stay.
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Robert
Sep 16, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
The Penta is a nice, reasonably priced hotel across from the beach. We stayed in room 19, which is considered a ‘large twin’. We didn’t have a view, but the room was spacious,quiet, clean and well maintained. I would warn those with mobility issues that the tub is high and may be difficult to climb out. The free Breakfast was simple but it was all we needed: cereal, toast , juice, coffee and tea. Although there were only a few restaurants close by, we liked the Chinese restaurant next to the casino. The bus stop is across the street, allowing us to get all over the island without difficulty. We highly recommend the Penta.
The Penta is a nice, reasonably priced hotel across from the beach. We stayed in room 19, which is considered a ‘large twin’. We didn’t have a view, but the room was spacious,quiet, clean and well maintained. I would warn those with mobility issues that the tub is high and may be difficult to climb out. The free Breakfast was simple but it was all we needed: cereal, toast , juice, coffee and tea. Although there were only a few restaurants close by, we liked the Chinese restaurant next to the casino. The bus stop is across the street, allowing us to get all over the island without difficulty. We highly recommend the Penta.
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Kerry
Jul 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is beautiful, clean and the rooms a good size. Bathroom was spotless and again a good size that included a full size bath and shower. The only thing I can say and this is obviously a personal preference is the bed is far too hard, if you like a very firm mattress you'd love it, if you prefer anything with a bit of softness then theyre not for you. But overall i would recommend this hotel. I never had breakfast (my choice) so i can't say about that. Value for money it is well worth it, and youre across from the promenade
The hotel is beautiful, clean and the rooms a good size. Bathroom was spotless and again a good size that included a full size bath and shower. The only thing I can say and this is obviously a personal preference is the bed is far too hard, if you like a very firm mattress you'd love it, if you prefer anything with a bit of softness then theyre not for you. But overall i would recommend this hotel. I never had breakfast (my choice) so i can't say about that. Value for money it is well worth it, and youre across from the promenade
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Janette
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Room at back of hotel - noisy air con outside, lights on all night outside shines in room through inadequate curtains. Scary stairs to ground floor - no hand rail on bottom flight. Poor breakfast even if complimentary- shower good! View to sheer cliff or adjacent hotel rooms.
Room at back of hotel - noisy air con outside, lights on all night outside shines in room through inadequate curtains. Scary stairs to ground floor - no hand rail on bottom flight. Poor breakfast even if complimentary- shower good! View to sheer cliff or adjacent hotel rooms.
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Muriel
Jul 2, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was far too large. The bed was cheap and I was unable to sleep in it as it made my back ache. The duvet was too small for the bed and the pillow cases were old and worn. They say they provide a complimentary continental breakfast but it was only toast, packet jams, low fat yoghurt, juices and tea or coffee in flasks. Wouldn't recommend this 'hotel'.
The room was far too large. The bed was cheap and I was unable to sleep in it as it made my back ache. The duvet was too small for the bed and the pillow cases were old and worn. They say they provide a complimentary continental breakfast but it was only toast, packet jams, low fat yoghurt, juices and tea or coffee in flasks. Wouldn't recommend this 'hotel'.
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Neil
Sep 9, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is really nice and I found the staff to be really nice too. It's in an ideal location right on the promenade so easy to find and I had no problem finding somewhere to park our hire car. The only thing I would say negative is that my top floor room had two issues: it was really warm and I couldn't find a fan. The other problem was that on the first night of the stay I had four wasps flying around in the early hours so I had to close the window - which made the room unbearably warm and disturbed my sleep. The complimentary continental breakfast, although basic, was nice and was all I needed. You can pay for a larger breakfast at their other hotel according to the sign, but I didn't need that.
The hotel is really nice and I found the staff to be really nice too. It's in an ideal location right on the promenade so easy to find and I had no problem finding somewhere to park our hire car. The only thing I would say negative is that my top floor room had two issues: it was really warm and I couldn't find a fan. The other problem was that on the first night of the stay I had four wasps flying around in the early hours so I had to close the window - which made the room unbearably warm and disturbed my sleep. The complimentary continental breakfast, although basic, was nice and was all I needed. You can pay for a larger breakfast at their other hotel according to the sign, but I didn't need that.
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Anthony
Jun 24, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was nice and big with a sea view. Bed was comfortable tea and coffee facilities. My only complaint is the TV signal sometimes went off. Picture but no sound.
Room was nice and big with a sea view. Bed was comfortable tea and coffee facilities. My only complaint is the TV signal sometimes went off. Picture but no sound.
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Service
Staff are widely described as friendly and helpful, with smooth check-ins, good communication, and assistance with transport or special requests. A few mention reception is often unmanned (handled via a phone) and rare issues with poor responsiveness.
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Desiree
Jun 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Angel was very helpful in finding transportation from the hotel to the port. Hotel is located close to the town center, bus stations, electric tram. Clean, modern, with continental bfast included.
Angel was very helpful in finding transportation from the hotel to the port. Hotel is located close to the town center, bus stations, electric tram. Clean, modern, with continental bfast included.
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Julia
Aug 21, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Older property, but well maintained and the staff members were wonderful!
Older property, but well maintained and the staff members were wonderful!
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BRIAN
Sep 21, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location, friendly staff, easy parking.
Good location, friendly staff, easy parking.
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James
Sep 25, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Lovely hotel, nice clean comfortable room. Continental style breakfast, plenty to eat and drink. Ship was cancelled, we had no reservations booking an extra night (other guests did the same)
Lovely hotel, nice clean comfortable room. Continental style breakfast, plenty to eat and drink. Ship was cancelled, we had no reservations booking an extra night (other guests did the same)
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Paul
Jun 25, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Communication before we checked in was excellent including bus instructions. We checked in on a Friday evening and the check in was unmanned but done via a hotel phone. The room was large and clean and could have easily accommodated a couple of comfortable chairs (which sadly it did not). The shower was good but the bed doonas/duvees were two singles. The shower was good (but was 'in bath' so not good for those with mobility problems). The view from our room (which had lots of windows) was nothing great. The complimentary breakfasts were basic. The location is a couple of Kilometers north of the town centre but there were a few local restaurants and bars (The Terminus is a good one). Overall good.
Communication before we checked in was excellent including bus instructions. We checked in on a Friday evening and the check in was unmanned but done via a hotel phone. The room was large and clean and could have easily accommodated a couple of comfortable chairs (which sadly it did not). The shower was good but the bed doonas/duvees were two singles. The shower was good (but was 'in bath' so not good for those with mobility problems). The view from our room (which had lots of windows) was nothing great. The complimentary breakfasts were basic. The location is a couple of Kilometers north of the town centre but there were a few local restaurants and bars (The Terminus is a good one). Overall good.
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Astha
Apr 13, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
It’s an amazing hotel. Our stay was very comfortable and staff was nice. We checked in at 12am and staff was very helpful.
It’s an amazing hotel. Our stay was very comfortable and staff was nice. We checked in at 12am and staff was very helpful.
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KARL
Oct 1, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice stay waa able to check in early as I was attending a wedding.
Very nice stay waa able to check in early as I was attending a wedding.
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Andrew
May 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really nice hotel. Spacious clean rooms. Staff great. Complimentary continental breakfast. Reception not manned through day, but not a problem as telephone linked. Had a great stay.
Really nice hotel. Spacious clean rooms. Staff great. Complimentary continental breakfast. Reception not manned through day, but not a problem as telephone linked. Had a great stay.
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Jason
Aug 6, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
No greet and welcome no bar no restrant false advertising left a day early had to pay taxies to get to town centre there and back told ud we had sea view and we a brick wall had to eat out waste of money asked for a refund no answer again Got ingnored terrable exsperiance never again
No greet and welcome no bar no restrant false advertising left a day early had to pay taxies to get to town centre there and back told ud we had sea view and we a brick wall had to eat out waste of money asked for a refund no answer again Got ingnored terrable exsperiance never again
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Neil
Sep 9, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is really nice and I found the staff to be really nice too. It's in an ideal location right on the promenade so easy to find and I had no problem finding somewhere to park our hire car. The only thing I would say negative is that my top floor room had two issues: it was really warm and I couldn't find a fan. The other problem was that on the first night of the stay I had four wasps flying around in the early hours so I had to close the window - which made the room unbearably warm and disturbed my sleep. The complimentary continental breakfast, although basic, was nice and was all I needed. You can pay for a larger breakfast at their other hotel according to the sign, but I didn't need that.
The hotel is really nice and I found the staff to be really nice too. It's in an ideal location right on the promenade so easy to find and I had no problem finding somewhere to park our hire car. The only thing I would say negative is that my top floor room had two issues: it was really warm and I couldn't find a fan. The other problem was that on the first night of the stay I had four wasps flying around in the early hours so I had to close the window - which made the room unbearably warm and disturbed my sleep. The complimentary continental breakfast, although basic, was nice and was all I needed. You can pay for a larger breakfast at their other hotel according to the sign, but I didn't need that.
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Location
On the promenade across from the beach with bus stops nearby, giving easy access to the town center, airport buses, and the electric railway. Some find it a fair walk to central Douglas, though public transport is frequent.
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BRIAN
Sep 21, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location, friendly staff, easy parking.
Good location, friendly staff, easy parking.
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Sonja
Jul 11, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Easy access to the electric railway and the walk to the city centre was along the sea-front
Easy access to the electric railway and the walk to the city centre was along the sea-front
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Francesca
May 1, 2023
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The hotel was easy to get to from the airport with the bus stop just ouside. Check in was easy and quick. Room was big and clean. Good size bathroom with powerful shower.
The hotel was easy to get to from the airport with the bus stop just ouside. Check in was easy and quick. Room was big and clean. Good size bathroom with powerful shower.
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Shaun
Apr 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
What an awesome place! We took our Holiday in Douglas and needed a hotel on the promonade for the final night before our ferry. This hotel was amazing! We had room 16 with a perfect view of the harbor. The room was comfortable, clean and check in was quick and easy. I would easily recommend this place to anyone needing a room.
What an awesome place! We took our Holiday in Douglas and needed a hotel on the promonade for the final night before our ferry. This hotel was amazing! We had room 16 with a perfect view of the harbor. The room was comfortable, clean and check in was quick and easy. I would easily recommend this place to anyone needing a room.
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Paul
Jun 25, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Communication before we checked in was excellent including bus instructions. We checked in on a Friday evening and the check in was unmanned but done via a hotel phone. The room was large and clean and could have easily accommodated a couple of comfortable chairs (which sadly it did not). The shower was good but the bed doonas/duvees were two singles. The shower was good (but was 'in bath' so not good for those with mobility problems). The view from our room (which had lots of windows) was nothing great. The complimentary breakfasts were basic. The location is a couple of Kilometers north of the town centre but there were a few local restaurants and bars (The Terminus is a good one). Overall good.
Communication before we checked in was excellent including bus instructions. We checked in on a Friday evening and the check in was unmanned but done via a hotel phone. The room was large and clean and could have easily accommodated a couple of comfortable chairs (which sadly it did not). The shower was good but the bed doonas/duvees were two singles. The shower was good (but was 'in bath' so not good for those with mobility problems). The view from our room (which had lots of windows) was nothing great. The complimentary breakfasts were basic. The location is a couple of Kilometers north of the town centre but there were a few local restaurants and bars (The Terminus is a good one). Overall good.
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KENNETH
Jun 29, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great hotel for a break with plenty of buses stopping outside if you don’t fancy the fantastic 20 minute walk along the promenade to the City Centre. Bus from the airport No2 stopped outside the hotel which was a bonus
Great hotel for a break with plenty of buses stopping outside if you don’t fancy the fantastic 20 minute walk along the promenade to the City Centre. Bus from the airport No2 stopped outside the hotel which was a bonus
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Duncan
Oct 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent value for money. We were 5 friends with 5 rooms and I heard no complaints. One of our party had difficulty walking so would have welcomed a hotel nearer Douglas centre, but the Penta is walkable from the centre if fit, otherwise buses run up and down the promenade. A shorter walk the other way gets you to the electric railway north. I plan to return.
Excellent value for money. We were 5 friends with 5 rooms and I heard no complaints. One of our party had difficulty walking so would have welcomed a hotel nearer Douglas centre, but the Penta is walkable from the centre if fit, otherwise buses run up and down the promenade. A shorter walk the other way gets you to the electric railway north. I plan to return.
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Ken
Jun 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I enjoyed my stay here very quiet lovely bathroom plenty of hot water. Parking good. Close to promanard.
I enjoyed my stay here very quiet lovely bathroom plenty of hot water. Parking good. Close to promanard.
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Robert
Sep 16, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
The Penta is a nice, reasonably priced hotel across from the beach. We stayed in room 19, which is considered a ‘large twin’. We didn’t have a view, but the room was spacious,quiet, clean and well maintained. I would warn those with mobility issues that the tub is high and may be difficult to climb out. The free Breakfast was simple but it was all we needed: cereal, toast , juice, coffee and tea. Although there were only a few restaurants close by, we liked the Chinese restaurant next to the casino. The bus stop is across the street, allowing us to get all over the island without difficulty. We highly recommend the Penta.
The Penta is a nice, reasonably priced hotel across from the beach. We stayed in room 19, which is considered a ‘large twin’. We didn’t have a view, but the room was spacious,quiet, clean and well maintained. I would warn those with mobility issues that the tub is high and may be difficult to climb out. The free Breakfast was simple but it was all we needed: cereal, toast , juice, coffee and tea. Although there were only a few restaurants close by, we liked the Chinese restaurant next to the casino. The bus stop is across the street, allowing us to get all over the island without difficulty. We highly recommend the Penta.
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Neil
Sep 9, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is really nice and I found the staff to be really nice too. It's in an ideal location right on the promenade so easy to find and I had no problem finding somewhere to park our hire car. The only thing I would say negative is that my top floor room had two issues: it was really warm and I couldn't find a fan. The other problem was that on the first night of the stay I had four wasps flying around in the early hours so I had to close the window - which made the room unbearably warm and disturbed my sleep. The complimentary continental breakfast, although basic, was nice and was all I needed. You can pay for a larger breakfast at their other hotel according to the sign, but I didn't need that.
The hotel is really nice and I found the staff to be really nice too. It's in an ideal location right on the promenade so easy to find and I had no problem finding somewhere to park our hire car. The only thing I would say negative is that my top floor room had two issues: it was really warm and I couldn't find a fan. The other problem was that on the first night of the stay I had four wasps flying around in the early hours so I had to close the window - which made the room unbearably warm and disturbed my sleep. The complimentary continental breakfast, although basic, was nice and was all I needed. You can pay for a larger breakfast at their other hotel according to the sign, but I didn't need that.
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Dining
The complimentary continental breakfast is repeatedly described as simple (toast, cereals, yogurt, juice, tea/coffee) and adequate for many. Others find it too limited, and some note cooked options are available at a sister property for a fee.
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Stephen
Sep 27, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Spacious room, friendly staff, breakfast as advertised
Spacious room, friendly staff, breakfast as advertised
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Paul
Jun 25, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Communication before we checked in was excellent including bus instructions. We checked in on a Friday evening and the check in was unmanned but done via a hotel phone. The room was large and clean and could have easily accommodated a couple of comfortable chairs (which sadly it did not). The shower was good but the bed doonas/duvees were two singles. The shower was good (but was 'in bath' so not good for those with mobility problems). The view from our room (which had lots of windows) was nothing great. The complimentary breakfasts were basic. The location is a couple of Kilometers north of the town centre but there were a few local restaurants and bars (The Terminus is a good one). Overall good.
Communication before we checked in was excellent including bus instructions. We checked in on a Friday evening and the check in was unmanned but done via a hotel phone. The room was large and clean and could have easily accommodated a couple of comfortable chairs (which sadly it did not). The shower was good but the bed doonas/duvees were two singles. The shower was good (but was 'in bath' so not good for those with mobility problems). The view from our room (which had lots of windows) was nothing great. The complimentary breakfasts were basic. The location is a couple of Kilometers north of the town centre but there were a few local restaurants and bars (The Terminus is a good one). Overall good.
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David
Aug 5, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Well located budget hotel with friendly and efficient staff. The room was very stuffy and airless and the “continental” breakfast was really just some cereals and toast. But a good location.
Well located budget hotel with friendly and efficient staff. The room was very stuffy and airless and the “continental” breakfast was really just some cereals and toast. But a good location.
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Theresa
Nov 20, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The Penta was spotlessly clean. Large room & en suite. Was unmanned most of the time but was easy to communicate with manager & sister hotel, when required. Limited, free continental breakfast, was unexpected (other than what we read in previous reviews) Would've loved a bar on site but were able to use the sister hotel. Comfortable stay. Fair walk to centre of Douglas but not a problem.
The Penta was spotlessly clean. Large room & en suite. Was unmanned most of the time but was easy to communicate with manager & sister hotel, when required. Limited, free continental breakfast, was unexpected (other than what we read in previous reviews) Would've loved a bar on site but were able to use the sister hotel. Comfortable stay. Fair walk to centre of Douglas but not a problem.
10
Andrew
May 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really nice hotel. Spacious clean rooms. Staff great. Complimentary continental breakfast. Reception not manned through day, but not a problem as telephone linked. Had a great stay.
Really nice hotel. Spacious clean rooms. Staff great. Complimentary continental breakfast. Reception not manned through day, but not a problem as telephone linked. Had a great stay.
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Mr Robert monteith
Apr 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Cleanliess very good, bed comfortable ,,access quite good breakfast only ok
Cleanliess very good, bed comfortable ,,access quite good breakfast only ok
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Robert
Sep 16, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
The Penta is a nice, reasonably priced hotel across from the beach. We stayed in room 19, which is considered a ‘large twin’. We didn’t have a view, but the room was spacious,quiet, clean and well maintained. I would warn those with mobility issues that the tub is high and may be difficult to climb out. The free Breakfast was simple but it was all we needed: cereal, toast , juice, coffee and tea. Although there were only a few restaurants close by, we liked the Chinese restaurant next to the casino. The bus stop is across the street, allowing us to get all over the island without difficulty. We highly recommend the Penta.
The Penta is a nice, reasonably priced hotel across from the beach. We stayed in room 19, which is considered a ‘large twin’. We didn’t have a view, but the room was spacious,quiet, clean and well maintained. I would warn those with mobility issues that the tub is high and may be difficult to climb out. The free Breakfast was simple but it was all we needed: cereal, toast , juice, coffee and tea. Although there were only a few restaurants close by, we liked the Chinese restaurant next to the casino. The bus stop is across the street, allowing us to get all over the island without difficulty. We highly recommend the Penta.
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Janette
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Room at back of hotel - noisy air con outside, lights on all night outside shines in room through inadequate curtains. Scary stairs to ground floor - no hand rail on bottom flight. Poor breakfast even if complimentary- shower good! View to sheer cliff or adjacent hotel rooms.
Room at back of hotel - noisy air con outside, lights on all night outside shines in room through inadequate curtains. Scary stairs to ground floor - no hand rail on bottom flight. Poor breakfast even if complimentary- shower good! View to sheer cliff or adjacent hotel rooms.
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Muriel
Jul 2, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was far too large. The bed was cheap and I was unable to sleep in it as it made my back ache. The duvet was too small for the bed and the pillow cases were old and worn. They say they provide a complimentary continental breakfast but it was only toast, packet jams, low fat yoghurt, juices and tea or coffee in flasks. Wouldn't recommend this 'hotel'.
The room was far too large. The bed was cheap and I was unable to sleep in it as it made my back ache. The duvet was too small for the bed and the pillow cases were old and worn. They say they provide a complimentary continental breakfast but it was only toast, packet jams, low fat yoghurt, juices and tea or coffee in flasks. Wouldn't recommend this 'hotel'.
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Neil
Sep 9, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is really nice and I found the staff to be really nice too. It's in an ideal location right on the promenade so easy to find and I had no problem finding somewhere to park our hire car. The only thing I would say negative is that my top floor room had two issues: it was really warm and I couldn't find a fan. The other problem was that on the first night of the stay I had four wasps flying around in the early hours so I had to close the window - which made the room unbearably warm and disturbed my sleep. The complimentary continental breakfast, although basic, was nice and was all I needed. You can pay for a larger breakfast at their other hotel according to the sign, but I didn't need that.
The hotel is really nice and I found the staff to be really nice too. It's in an ideal location right on the promenade so easy to find and I had no problem finding somewhere to park our hire car. The only thing I would say negative is that my top floor room had two issues: it was really warm and I couldn't find a fan. The other problem was that on the first night of the stay I had four wasps flying around in the early hours so I had to close the window - which made the room unbearably warm and disturbed my sleep. The complimentary continental breakfast, although basic, was nice and was all I needed. You can pay for a larger breakfast at their other hotel according to the sign, but I didn't need that.
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Antony
last week
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Stayed 3 nights
I try to visit the IOM two or three times a year, and have stayed at a variety of hotels, B&B's over the last decade or so, but The Penta is without doubt my favourite. The location is great, the room was perfect and the price was fantastic. I'll certainly be staying there on my next visit to the island. Highly recommended..
I try to visit the IOM two or three times a year, and have stayed at a variety of hotels, B&B's over the last decade or so, but The Penta is without doubt my favourite. The location is great, the room was perfect and the price was fantastic. I'll certainly be staying there on my next visit to the island. Highly recommended..
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Elizabeth
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Just a restful night's sleep in clean surroundings with very helpful, friendly staff at both check-in & check-out
Just a restful night's sleep in clean surroundings with very helpful, friendly staff at both check-in & check-out
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Teresa
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
Only manned at certain times but staff were friendly and helpful when there. Our room was nice and shower was good but had 2 single continental quilts and would have found one double much better.
Only manned at certain times but staff were friendly and helpful when there. Our room was nice and shower was good but had 2 single continental quilts and would have found one double much better.
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Jonathan
Aug 10, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, lovely room and the staff could not have done more to help with anything that I needed.
Great location, lovely room and the staff could not have done more to help with anything that I needed.
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Steve
Jul 12, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Convenient location, close to many activities and the bus line.
Convenient location, close to many activities and the bus line.
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From 16:00 to 19:00
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FAQs about The Penta
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 16:00 to 19:00, and check-out is at 11:00.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Douglas, on the beach, close to Gaiety Theatre, Manx Museum, Douglas Bay Horse Tramway, and Isle of Man Arts Centre.
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- 2026-10-21: NO DATA
- 2026-10-22: 77.07613480294799USD
- 2026-10-23: 73.62383228042603USD
- 2026-10-24: 76.12948287210845USD
- 2026-10-25: 70.49185696621322USD
- 2026-10-26: 70.41017213415527USD
- 2026-10-27: 70.41017213415527USD
- 2026-10-28: 75.52586863452149USD
- 2026-10-29: 76.72736694767761USD
- 2026-10-30: 73.68498546160126USD
- 2026-10-31: 70.41017213415527USD
- 2026-11-01: 70.40959311329269USD
- 2026-11-02: 76.72736694767761USD
- 2026-11-03: 75.68618449971771USD
- 2026-11-04: 70.41017213415527USD
- 2026-11-05: 76.72736694767761USD
- 2026-11-06: 76.72736694767761USD
- 2026-11-07: 76.72736694767761USD
- 2026-11-08: 76.72736694767761USD
- 2026-11-09: 76.72736694767761USD
- 2026-11-10: 76.72736694767761USD
- 2026-11-11: 76.72736694767761USD
- 2026-11-12: 82.71418532414245USD
- 2026-11-13: 76.86036160624695USD
- 2026-11-14: 76.72736694767761USD
- 2026-11-15: 76.86036160624695USD
- 2026-11-16: 76.72736694767761USD
- 2026-11-17: 75.68618449971771USD
- 2026-11-18: 70.64043371955108USD
- 2026-11-19: 76.72736694767761USD
- 2026-11-20: 71.35124401949692USD
- 2026-11-21: 76.09664595563507USD
- 2026-11-22: 74.42474251563263USD
- 2026-11-23: 82.66412360926819USD
- 2026-11-24: 78.48656957758331USD
- 2026-11-25: 70.59037629372024USD
- 2026-11-26: 82.71418532414245USD
- 2026-11-27: 76.48709473492431USD
- 2026-11-28: 83.09461489798737USD
- 2026-11-29: 76.48709473492431USD
- 2026-11-30: 76.48709473492431USD
- 2026-12-01: 74.42474251563263USD
- 2026-12-02: 70.59037629372024USD
- 2026-12-03: 78.12006223870087USD
- 2026-12-04: 70.71892750329971USD
- 2026-12-05: 82.66412360926819USD
- 2026-12-06: 82.66412360926819USD
- 2026-12-07: 80.23135244348907USD
- 2026-12-08: 75.68618449971771USD
- 2026-12-09: 76.86472785245513USD
- 2026-12-10: 80.64182247749328USD
- 2026-12-11: 75.68618449971771USD
- 2026-12-12: 82.66412360926819USD
- 2026-12-13: 82.66412360926819USD
- 2026-12-14: 71.68254688993454USD
- 2026-12-15: 82.66412360926819USD
- 2026-12-16: 74.42474251563263USD
- 2026-12-17: 82.66412360926819USD
- 2026-12-18: 70.59037629372024USD
- 2026-12-19: 77.84864299258423USD
- 2026-12-20: 70.68009879315949USD
- 2026-12-21: 70.42909539375304USD
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