The Penta
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From
US$79
/ night
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)
Room options
1
Double Room with Sea View
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
242 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTV
3
Double Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
242 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTV
3
Twin Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
191 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTV
2
Suite with Sea View
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of The Penta
8.4
Very good
Based on 356 verified reviews
What guests think
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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
18 Sept 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
21 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location, friendly staff, easy parking.
Good location, friendly staff, easy parking.
6
Christine
22 Sept 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
25 Jun 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
20 Nov 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
27 Jun 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
6 Aug 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
12 Jun 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
16 Sept 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.
6
Janette
30 Jun 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
21 Aug 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!
10
Francesca
1 May 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.
8
Theresa
20 Nov 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
22 May 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
10
Andrew
24 May 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.
10
Mike
4 May 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.
10
Robert
16 Sept 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.
8
Kerry
21 Jul 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
22 May 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.
8
Ruth
23 Jun 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
6 Aug 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
27 Sept 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
5 Aug 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
4 May 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
16 Sept 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.
8
Kerry
21 Jul 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
30 Jun 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
2 Jul 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
9 Sept 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
24 Jun 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
11 Jun 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
21 Aug 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!
8
BRIAN
21 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location, friendly staff, easy parking.
Good location, friendly staff, easy parking.
10
James
25 Sept 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
25 Jun 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.
10
Astha
13 Apr 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
1 Oct 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
24 May 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
6 Aug 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
9 Sept 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
21 Sept 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
11 Jul 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
1 May 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
22 Apr 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
25 Jun 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.
10
KENNETH
29 Jun 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
30 Oct 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.
10
Ken
12 Jun 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
16 Sept 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
9 Sept 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
27 Sept 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
25 Jun 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
5 Aug 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
20 Nov 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.
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Andrew
24 May 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
24 Apr 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
16 Sept 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
30 Jun 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
2 Jul 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
9 Sept 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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Teresa
2 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.
10
Jonathan
10 Aug 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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Paula
7 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Very easy to get to by public transportation and location is very good. The room was huge and clean, the bed was comfortable and the bathroom was great. The only downside was that even thought it was 17C outside the room felt very hot at times, and there is no AC nor fan. Staff was super helpful and we were able to store the luggage on their sister hotel since our flight was in the afternoon. All in all, great stay and I recommend this place.
Very easy to get to by public transportation and location is very good. The room was huge and clean, the bed was comfortable and the bathroom was great. The only downside was that even thought it was 17C outside the room felt very hot at times, and there is no AC nor fan. Staff was super helpful and we were able to store the luggage on their sister hotel since our flight was in the afternoon. All in all, great stay and I recommend this place.
10
Angela
4 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is in a great location our room was large with a very comfortable bed and lovely sea view. The room was clean and the complimentary continental breakfast was lovely and plentiful. We would definitely stay there again.
The hotel is in a great location our room was large with a very comfortable bed and lovely sea view. The room was clean and the complimentary continental breakfast was lovely and plentiful. We would definitely stay there again.
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Julie
30 Jun 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean but basic rooms, fabulous views and lovely staff
Clean but basic rooms, fabulous views and lovely staff
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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- 2026-10-14: 71.77286840896608USD
- 2026-10-15: 74.55413931579591USD
- 2026-10-16: 71.77286840896608USD
- 2026-10-17: 73.73578662796021USD
- 2026-10-18: 73.62365577087402USD
- 2026-10-19: 76.13558697433473USD
- 2026-10-20: 76.13558697433473USD
- 2026-10-21: 76.13558697433473USD
- 2026-10-22: 76.13558697433473USD
- 2026-10-23: 76.13558697433473USD
- 2026-10-24: 73.32343499526978USD
- 2026-10-25: 73.32343499526978USD
- 2026-10-26: 76.24761526489259USD
- 2026-10-27: 76.13558697433473USD
- 2026-10-28: 76.13558697433473USD
- 2026-10-29: 76.28559052200318USD
- 2026-10-30: 74.5743534690857USD
- 2026-10-31: 76.13558697433473USD
- 2026-11-01: 75.6227115966797USD
- 2026-11-02: 74.5743534690857USD
- 2026-11-03: 74.5743534690857USD
- 2026-11-04: 76.2555727180481USD
- 2026-11-05: 74.5743534690857USD
- 2026-11-06: 76.2555727180481USD
- 2026-11-07: 76.2555727180481USD
- 2026-11-08: 82.0597954612732USD
- 2026-11-09: 74.5743534690857USD
- 2026-11-10: 73.49355867691041USD
- 2026-11-11: 70.06208435821533USD
- 2026-11-12: 70.15112065200806USD
- 2026-11-13: 74.73445981979371USD
- 2026-11-14: 70.18114272956849USD
- 2026-11-15: 74.73445981979371USD
- 2026-11-16: 81.40932708587647USD
- 2026-11-17: 70.15385575942993USD
- 2026-11-18: 70.15385575942993USD
- 2026-11-19: 70.15385575942993USD
- 2026-11-20: 77.06015584945679USD
- 2026-11-21: 70.18114272956849USD
- 2026-11-22: 82.11983961639405USD
- 2026-11-23: 76.73592595901489USD
- 2026-11-24: 82.0597954612732USD
- 2026-11-25: 74.73445981979371USD
- 2026-11-26: 82.0597954612732USD
- 2026-11-27: 70.18114272956849USD
- 2026-11-28: 70.39100666732789USD
- 2026-11-29: 75.6659433883667USD
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- 2026-12-01: 70.15385575942993USD
- 2026-12-02: 70.15112065200806USD
- 2026-12-03: 70.10027756919861USD
- 2026-12-04: 74.5743534690857USD
- 2026-12-05: 74.55413931579591USD
- 2026-12-06: 70.15112065200806USD
- 2026-12-07: 71.66846423034669USD
- 2026-12-08: 69.6654339515686USD
- 2026-12-09: 70.18114272956849USD
Check-in time starts at16:00Check-in time ends at20:00Check-out time ends at11:00
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
Age Requirements
Minimum age to check in is 18 years old
Pets
Pets not allowed;
Front Desk Services
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Identification
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges;
Children And Extra Bed Policy
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy;
Popular amenities
Free wi-fi
Golf course (nearby)
Beach (nearby)
Activities
Golf course (nearby)
Beach (nearby)
Internet
Free wi-fi