Name: Skegness OYO Royal Hotel
Address: 1 S Parade, Skegness, Skegness, PE25 3EH, GB

6/10

Pleasant

04 Aug 2026

Lisa

Lovely old fashioned hotel that is close to the beach, pier and fun things that Skegness has to offer. Bedding was lovely and clean and room was cosy and had fans provided. Bathroom was very small and shower worked but needs attention. Kettle needed to be plugged in on the floor to work as there wasn’t a long enough cable to plug it in where it was.
Breakfast was ok, good cooked breakfast and cereal options but coffee was awful. Would stay here again as liked the old fashioned sea side vibe and it was good value for money.

2/10

Poor

26 Jul 2026

Kim

We booked a deluxe double room with balcony and sea view. The room stank. It was not a smell that housekeeping revisiting was not going to get rid of. To get rid of that smell the carpet needs removing. The \"balcony\" was a flat roof with partial railing with 2 tables and chairs absolute covered in bird poo - I get it, occupational hazard of a seaside town but how about cleaning it? The room was tired and in desperate need of renovation. The whole building that once was grand is tired and sad. A real shame. We asked to be moved and were told there were no more rooms, I questioned the \"deluxe\" element of our room and was told the balcony made it deluxe. We advised reception in that case given they couldn't move us, and to be honest, we didn't want to stay there, we asked for a refund that they agreed to and found a last minute B&B as we had a show that night and ideally needed to stay.
The staff didn't seem to know what was going on and we were told different things whilst waiting to check in, it wasn't very organised. I can confirm parking is free, but cannot comment on anything else.

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jul 2026

Chris

Staff were great, very professional, room was clean, breakfast was good - though I can only speak for getting there by 8am. No issue with facilities and location was also less than 20 minutes flat walk from the train station and slightly quieter than closer into the centre which was good. Some maintenance/decorating/new carpets etc would benefit the hotel, so that may be something to expect but didn't impact my stay at all. The lobby ceiling was impressively painted and the building does have some real character.

I would certainly stay here again if I was back in Skegness.

4/10

Poor

23 Jul 2026

Bernadette

The staff were lovely and very friendly, which was the highlight of our stay. Unfortunately, the hotel itself is in need of significant refurbishment. The wallpaper was ripped and peeling off the walls, there were stains along the side of the bed, and the shower was in poor condition, with rust, dirt, and limescale visible on the pipework. As a result, I didn’t feel comfortable using it.

I wouldn’t have minded quite as much if the room had been reasonably priced, but for the cost of a one-night stay, I expected a much higher standard of cleanliness and maintenance. Overall, the hotel was very disappointing and not good value for money.

2/10

Poor

10 Jul 2026

Daniel

I’m not sure where to start with this. The hotel had a “reggae festival” on which wasn’t stated when booking the stay. Which means the car park (which is one of the perks of the hotel. Was inaccessible even to guests. The staff were too busy with this “festival” meaning the woman that was on the desk doesn’t usually work the desk so didn’t know what she was doing. We got to our room to find the bathroom was dirty (specifically the bath itself and it had a long dark hair in it to go with the dirt). The bed in the room was on an angle due to it being broken I assume and to top it off the room was beyond noisy due to the “festival” right outside of the window. I stayed for 30 minutes and left and went to the Travelodge down the road for a cheaper price and a far far better experience with every single aspect. Stay clear of this hotel.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Jul 2026

Barry

Staff were fantastic, breakfast was great

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

27 Jun 2026

Mrs Karen

Needs refurbishing, could do with a blind at the bathroom window.
Power points hidden behind bedroom furniture.
The headboard was loose and when turning in bed banged on the wall. Strange selection of mirrors on the walls.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Jun 2026

Steven

Typical British old style seaside hotel. Walkable to town centre. Very good breakfast.

Self

4/10

Poor

25 Jun 2026

Gary

Would have gotten a much better review had our room, which had been booked since January I hasten to add, not been switched the day before we arrived.
I booked a 3 person upper level room with window views but was informed the day before we had been switched to a 2 person basement room with a very small en suite and no view outside.
Was promised complimentary drinks and some compensation but recieved nothing.
Very poor business practice, wouldn't book again for fear of room being switched right up until the day of arrival.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

14 Jun 2026

Steven

It was okay TV bracket was hanging of the wall very dated

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

02 Jun 2026

Kevin

The hotel is not so clean as when previously stayed,cigarette butts on balcony and in ash trays. Some staff helpful and do their best others not so good.
Disappointed this time

Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 Jun 2026

Gary

Hotel a bit dated needs auplift but overall a enjoyable stay

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

Ray

stayed here for 1 night room was nice and clean and just what was needed i found the staff a bit offhand not very talkative even though i tried talking to them the exception was the man who booked me in that evening at around 7 pm breakfast was lovely well presented and well cooked ample parking all in all a good stay in a lovely hotel just what i like in an older type building

Self

2/10

Poor

01 Jun 2026

Michelle

Drive the property before booking! You’ll thank me for it.

The pictures online are not accurate representations of the property.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

01 Jun 2026

Susan

The hotel could do with a thorough clean, there was mold on the blinds, it just felt grimy.
Needs a complete overhaul
Staff were very helpful though.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

31 May 2026

Daniel

Old school hotel but the staff are friendly and helpful

Self

4/10

Poor

30 May 2026

Ian

Hotel needs updating. We paid for a sea view room but not value for money. Needs a thorough clean. Not enough staff and a couple were rude. Don't visit if they have coach party because at breakfast although it states times coach parties are catered for first as tables are reserved for them other guests have to find a table, which we were not told about and when we asked one nember of staff how it works for tables etc..she was so rude and told us if there isn't one available we would just have to wait If you want to book for a meal at the restaurant when coach parties are there you can only have their menu. The male member of staff who was there in the evening was lovely. Glad we only stayed for 2 days. Don't think we will visit again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2026

Gill

Breakfast was good with chef bringing out freshly cooked food several times while we were eating our breakfast. Good quality.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 May 2026

Lawrence

Attentive staff

8/10

Excellent

30 Apr 2026

Daniel

Clean beds comfy

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2026

Una

Great large hotel, positioned perfectly. It was a little under staffed and you feel tensions around staff and managers.

Our room was very comfortable and well worth the money. The breakfast was self service and like going back in time coffee wise.

We would stay again

Partner

2/10

Poor

28 Apr 2026

Kieran

This was likely once a great hotel but those days have long gone. The room was tiny and tired, the food was awful, the paintwork was peeling, the general cleanliness was poor. On the positive side, the hotel is well located, there is ample parking and the staff tried to do their very best against the odds.

Friends_and_family Friends

4/10

Poor

27 Apr 2026

Daniel

Free parking is handy, though not advertised very well and limited. Check in was easy thanks to helpful staff. The building is old and tired - floorboards creek and go beneath your feet. Room was not particularly clean - dust everywhere and needs curtains that cover the windows as light came in at sunrise. Also a lot of damp in our room. Breakfast was good however.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2026

Shaun

Nice clean room spacious and very comfortable

Self

8/10

Excellent

24 Apr 2026

BARBARA

Hotel is old and out dated but ok for a short stay.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

23 Apr 2026

Lindsey

The staff are super helpful and friendly. Breakfast is great but the times need to be extended in my opinion as the window is very short (8-9.15) the bar area is clean cozy and well stocked always friendly staff. I was given a standard room on the basement level that was very tired altho it was clean and the bed was very comfy I don’t think I would stay again in a standard room. The room is just not worth the cost at the standard there currently at.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Apr 2026

Riadh

Female staff in reception she really helpful and well experienced and serve good costumer service.

Business

8/10

Excellent

15 Apr 2026

Janice

Plenty of car parking, sheared spaces clean and tidy room adequate clean and tidy, breakfast very good.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Apr 2026

Lesley

Breakfast was excellent but hotel very tired and shabby in places.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

09 Apr 2026

Schelly

The location is really good and it has parking. You can leave your car at the hotel and walk to the beach area. It is around 10-15mins walk. The shower and breakfast were okay however the room was dirty. The carpet had stains and everything looked really old. The worse part is that there was a really bad sewage smell coming from the toilet and corridor.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

01 Apr 2026

Sajida

English breakfast and cereals. Could do with fresh fruit and pastries. Chair was very old in room and bathroom was super tight. Parking was free and good but amenities need improvement

Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 Mar 2026

ALEC P

Hotel Review – Skegness The Royal Hotel

Had a really good stay at The Royal Hotel in Skegness. Overall, the place offered everything we needed for a comfortable couple of days away. The car parking was easy, and the hotel sits in a lovely spot close to both the seafront and the Country Park, so getting out for walks was simple.

The bar had a nice range of drinks, and the hotel serves both evening meals and breakfast. Breakfast was a classic full English done well, with cereals, juices, and the usual teas and coffees on the side. No complaints at all there.

The room itself was spacious and had everything you'd expect — TV with a remote, tea and coffee, toiletries in the bathroom, and even a fan. The windows could be opened too, which was great for a bit of fresh air.

The surrounding area was busier than expected for March, especially when the sun came out. Even though it’s still pre‑season, there were plenty of places open in the town centre for food and drinks in the evening. Being so close to the seafront was definitely a bonus.

All in all, a very good stay with very little to fault. Would happily recommend to anyone thinking of visiting Skegness.

Self

8/10

Excellent

16 Mar 2026

Debbie

Nice hotel ideal for wot i needed just didnt like how far they had put me being disabled and with luggage. No problem with car park

Family

6/10

Pleasant

14 Mar 2026

Darren Paul

Bit of a smell in the room

Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 Mar 2026

Paul

Breakfast was buffet style serve yourself. Plenty mid choice for me. Staff were really friendly. It’s an older hotel so the decor is a little tired but overall a good experience.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Mar 2026

Elaine

The room was front facing with a lovely view 👍.. We really enjoyed a little break at the hotel , it has plenty of downstairs sitting space & the grounds outside was huge ..
Special thanks to \" Simon \" who was working on reception & in the bar , for the friendly , and professional service..
Also to the lovely lady from housekeeping, who knocked on the door on second morning to see if we needed anything at all.
It was much appreciated..
As a grand old house, there are obviously renovations the hotel said they'll get to whenever they can , but this didn't detract from our little stay , at all..
We would definitely stay there again 👍

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Feb 2026

Dawn

The hotel is a grand old lady, with hard working staff. All hotel area's clean, Staff went out of their way to help guests enjoy their stay, even the Chef went the extra mile for us. Friendliest hotel Iv stayed in for ages, bar man put quizzes on the bar TV for guests in the evening, No one was a stranger. Rooms had heating, that you could adjust yourself. Shower was a bit dodgy, but worked. Breakfast is complimentary & buffet style. Plenty of parking, even for EVs. I would return if I was in the area.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Feb 2026

Louise

Room was clean and tidy

Friends

8/10

Excellent

16 Feb 2026

Stephen

Staff were good. Room was acceptable. Very good breakfast. Nice bar area to sit and have a drink in the evening.

Partner

4/10

Poor

12 Feb 2026

Donovan

Stuff are friendly and helpful but the room was not that clean, i think upgrade is required. (Sorry i understand it is a old hotel)

Business

8/10

Excellent

09 Feb 2026

Kevin

We spoke with the staff and they kindly gave us a room upgrade which was appreciated.The breakfast was good,the rooms clean.

Partner

2/10

Poor

06 Feb 2026

Alan

Reception staff where pleasant and polite
The outside areas resembled a skip
The interior wasn't clean , it was so grim
The room was freezing , no heating in the bathroom , i had to sleep in my fleece and jacket
The food was disgusting
The description on the 'Hotels.com' website didn't in anyway reflect the true state of the place , totally misleading, how can i book with confidence now via Hotels.com ??
Do not stay at this place !!!

Business

2/10

Poor

05 Feb 2026

les

The room was terrible the windows would not close properly wind howling through allnight long .

Business

8/10

Excellent

26 Jan 2026

Christopher

Clean room comfortable bed

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

14 Dec 2025

Ann

Clean room.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

23 Nov 2025

Mark

Room was ok, dated. Shower way too small . Breakfast was very good. Good choice, well presented .

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

03 Nov 2025

Louise

CLean tidy room, polite and helpful staff, breakfast was great with a good selection of foods to choose from

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Nov 2025

Oliver

Really good value. Unfortunately it cannot be 5* as my room wasn’t ready at 3pm, which delayed some plans but this would not stop me recommending this place (or staying again).

10/10

Exceptional

01 Nov 2025

Margaret

Room was reasonably clean if somewhat dated. All the stuff were excellent as was the food I would come again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Oct 2025

Beth

We really enjoyed our stay, our room was clean and even had a little extra heater provided which was a nice touch. Everywhere was clean, the breakfast was delicious and cooked lovely. The bar was very nice too with board games and a nice selection of drinks. Staff very pleasant and friendly. Would recommend and would stay again. Thank you!

Leisure Partner