The seafront Ellan Vannin Hotel overlooks Douglas Bay and Douglas Beach. The hotel is 1 minutes’ walk from the beach and within 5 minutes’ walk of the ferry terminal and bus station. The main shops, cafes and restaurants are 2 minutes’ walk away. All bedrooms include a large flat-screen TV, free high-speed Wi-Fi, work desk and tea and coffee making facilities. Each has ironing facilities and a modern en suite bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy a full English or full vegetarian breakfast in the morning. A resident's bar is open until 23:00.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.3
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This hotel was in a very good location, town centre just behind you lots of bars restaurants and shops even a bus stop outside the hotel
  • Olusola
    Ireland Ireland
    The location and sea view. Tha friendly and accommodating staff including Sandra and the wonderful, friendly, and accommodating Polish receptionist.
  • Dylan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location, friendly staff and great clean room for the price
  • Simon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were all brilliant and so helpful during our stay. Great breakfasts and bar facilities. Thank you.
  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room and facilities had everything that was needed. Lovely buffet breakfast. Perfect location to explore the Island from.
  • Cliff
    Australia Australia
    Breakfast excellent plenty of it, staff friendly and helpful
  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was a good size room, felt warm and cosy and clean it had everything we needed few the two nights we stayed
  • N
    Thailand Thailand
    Room with a beautiful view. Very good location. Bus stop is just 10 meters from the hotel.
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location, breakfast, bath , shower, moving us from top floor! Staff very helpful, especially at breakfast!
  • Nicola
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Hotel in a perfect location right on the front. Room although up quite a lot of stairs was very clean and perfect for what we needed. Breakfast was lovely too. Buffet style with full English and toast, croissants, fruit, yogurts and cereals. Very...

Property questions and answers
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  • The breakfast is rather expensive, do you have to have it or could we go elsewhere ?

    Hello, you do not have to book breakfast with us, there are plenty of cafes and restaurants within walking distance that offer breakfast. Or if you pr..
    Answered on 27 February 2020
  • can you allow a small family dog (stitzu) many thanks

    Hello We love dogs at the Ellan Vannin Hotel and would be delighted to welcome your special guest. There is a charge of £10 per night payable on booking.
    Answered on 23 July 2021
  • As my wife has a spine problem and struggles on stairs are there any twin bed rooms on the first floor for 2 nights 13/14 September.

    Hello, yes we have a low floor room available for those dates. Please contact the hotel to book.
    Answered on 10 August 2022
  • Will our room have good view of the water

    Our Sea View rooms are available to book. please check the room descriptions thoroughly before making your booking to ensure that you have booked a Se..
    Answered on 19 January 2020
  • Hi, are all the rooms en-suite Thanks

    Hello, yes all our rooms are en-suite
    Answered on 6 September 2024
  • Hi do have a family room for 2 adults and 3 children under 10?

    Yes, we have a quadruple family room which we can add an extra bed to for you. Kind regards, Hotel Reception
    Answered on 13 July 2024
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Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Ellan Vannin Hotel

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Bar
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
Activities
  • Live music/performance
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Off-site
  • Squash
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.
  • Street parking
Reception services
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
  • Foot bath
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Ellan Vannin Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
£40 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
£40 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Early arrivals or late check outs can be arranged with the property directly, charged are applicable.

Please note, car park reservations are non-refundable.

Some of the rooms are located on higher floors and there is no lift at the property.

The property does not accept American Express cards.

FAQs about Ellan Vannin Hotel

  • Ellan Vannin Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Games room
    • Bowling
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Squash
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Horse riding
    • Beach
    • Foot bath
    • Live music/performance
    • Themed dinner nights
  • Ellan Vannin Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1
  • Ellan Vannin Hotel is 250 yards from the centre of Douglas. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 100 yards from Ellan Vannin Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Ellan Vannin Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Single
    • Suite
    • Twin/Double
    • Quadruple
  • Check-in at Ellan Vannin Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Ellan Vannin Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Ellan Vannin Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • American
    • Buffet