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4-star hotels in Douglas
This shortlist covers the 4-star hotels in Douglas, the Manx capital on the Isle of Man. It is for couples, families and business travellers who want a guest rating and a full facility list before they pick a room for a short break.
Staying in Douglas
Douglas is the Isle of Man's main town, set on a wide bay with the sea on one side and the hills behind it. Visitors come for the promenade, the horse trams and the Victorian seaside character, and most of the hotels sit along that same seafront. Loch Promenade holds Halvard Hotel at 57 58 Loch Promenade, The Claremont Hotel at 18 22 Loch Promenade and Cunard Apartments at 28 29 Loch Promenade. The Central Promenade addresses the Empress Hotel and Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino, while Harris Promenade places The Sefton. Broadway, Empress Drive, Empire Terrace, Mona Drive and Mount Murray Road cover the streets just behind the bay, and Shore Hotel lies further out on Shore Road in Gansey.
Couples and short-break visitors tend to want the promenade frontage, where balconies and sea views appear in the facility lists of Shore Hotel, Mannin Hotel, The Empress Hotel and The Sefton. Families get a wider choice: family rooms are listed at Halvard Hotel, Mannin Hotel, Regency Hotel, Comis Hotel & Golf Resort, The Empress Hotel, The Sefton, Mereside, Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino, Glen Mona, Cunard Apartments, The Town House and Rosslyn. Business travellers are served by business centres at The Sefton, Regency Hotel, Comis Hotel & Golf Resort, The Empress Hotel, Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino and The Town House, and by banquet rooms across much of the list.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Halvard Hotel
57 58 Loch Promenade, Douglas, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereA 4-star address on Loch Promenade, the Halvard Hotel pairs sea views with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant, so days on the Douglas seafront end with dinner in the building. Guests rate it 4.8 from 112 reviews. Sea-facing rooms, a bar and parking make it a straightforward pick for couples and small groups who want the promenade on the doorstep.
See Halvard HotelShore Hotel
Shore Hotel Shore Road Gansey Isle Of Man, Douglas, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereSet on Shore Road at Gansey, the Shore Hotel is a 4-star base with a garden and terrace, free car parking and pets allowed. Its 4.6 rating comes from 483 reviews. Sea views and a restaurant suit guests travelling by car who want quiet surroundings, easy parking and a lawn to sit out on rather than a central promenade address.
See Shore HotelMannin Hotel
8 16 Broadway, Douglas, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast in room
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThe Mannin Hotel on Broadway offers air conditioning, family rooms and a lounge alongside a restaurant and bar. It holds 4.6 from 402 reviews. Breakfast in the room and sea views add comfort, and the mix of family rooms and lifts makes it work for families and guests who prefer a base a short step back from the promenade.
See Mannin HotelRegency Hotel
Regency Hotel Queens Promenade, Douglas, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereOn Queens Promenade, the Regency Hotel is a 4-star option with air conditioning, a business centre and a restaurant. Its 4.6 rating draws on 171 reviews. Breakfast in the room, sea views and a car rental service are useful for guests combining work with time on the island, and the promenade setting keeps the seafront within reach.
See Regency HotelComis Hotel & Golf Resort
Mount Murray Road, Douglas, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereThe Comis Hotel & Golf Resort on Mount Murray Road brings a golf course, indoor pool, gym and fitness centre together with a garden and free car parking. It is rated 4.5 from 422 reviews. Massage, a jacuzzi and pets allowed round out the resort facilities, making it a fit for golfers, couples and families who want sport and leisure on site.
See Comis Hotel & Golf ResortThe Claremont Hotel
18 22 Loch Promenade, Douglas, United Kingdom
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast in room
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Claremont Hotel sits on Loch Promenade with sea views, a restaurant and a bar, plus a 24-hour front desk. Guests give it 4.5 from 339 reviews. Breakfast in the room and a lift serve guests who want promenade walks without stairs, and the combination of sea-facing rooms and dining on site suits couples and business visitors alike.
See The Claremont HotelThe Island & Fairfield
4 & 7 Empress Drive Douglas, Douglas, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Island & Fairfield occupies Empress Drive and comes with free car parking, free Wifi and a bike rental service. Its 4.9 rating is based on 30 reviews. A tennis court and mini golf add to the appeal, so guests who want outdoor activities and their own transport get a 4-star base with sport close at hand.
See The Island & FairfieldThe Empress Hotel
Central Promenade, Douglas, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Business trips
- Lounge
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Empress Hotel on Central Promenade pairs a restaurant and bar with a garden and sea views, backed by a 24-hour front desk. It scores 4.2 from 993 reviews. Family rooms, a business centre and a lounge cover both leisure and work stays, and the central promenade position puts guests on Douglas's seafront stretch.
See The Empress HotelThe Sefton
Harris Promenade, Douglas, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Spa
- Parking
Why stay hereThe Sefton on Harris Promenade offers an indoor pool, fitness centre and massage, plus a restaurant and bar. It is rated 4.2 from 704 reviews. Kitchen and kitchenette facilities in some accommodation, a 24-hour front desk and sea views make it a practical choice for longer stays and guests who want leisure facilities on site.
See The SeftonMereside
1 Empire Terrace, Douglas, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereMereside on Empire Terrace provides family rooms, free car parking and free Wifi, with a restaurant and bar and a terrace. It holds 4.4 from 40 reviews. A lift, non-smoking rooms and parking suit guests who value a quieter base with the promenade and town within easy reach of their own car.
See MeresideBest Western Palace Hotel & Casino
Central Promenade, Douglas, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereThe Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino on Central Promenade combines a casino, indoor pool, fitness centre and jacuzzi with a restaurant and bars. It is rated 3.8 from 1096 reviews. Karaoke, a 24-hour front desk and family rooms mean there is plenty to do on site, which suits guests who want entertainment without leaving the hotel.
See Best Western Palace Hotel & CasinoGlen Mona
6 Mona Drive, Douglas, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereGlen Mona on Mona Drive offers a spa, restaurant and bar along with sea views and a terrace. It is rated 3.8 from 48 reviews. Family rooms, free car parking and free Wifi make it workable for families and drivers, while the spa and terrace give guests somewhere to unwind after a day out.
See Glen MonaCunard Apartments
28 29 Loch Promenade, Douglas, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Pool bar
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereCunard Apartments on Loch Promenade provides apartment-style stays with kitchens, free car parking and free Wifi, plus a bar and lounge. Sports and activities on offer include bowling, badminton, canoeing and diving. It suits guests who want the flexibility of their own space on the promenade and easy access to outdoor pursuits around Douglas.
See Cunard ApartmentsThe Town House
The Town House, Douglas, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Business trips
- Fitness Center
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThe Town House in Douglas offers apartments with kitchens, dishwashers and microwaves, alongside a fitness centre, restaurant and bar. Free Wifi, a lift and family rooms are provided, and canoeing, diving and horse riding are among the activities listed. It suits longer stays and guests who prefer self-catering space with hotel services.
See The Town HouseRosslyn
3 Empire Terrace, Douglas, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereRosslyn on Empire Terrace offers a restaurant and bar with free car parking, free Wifi and a terrace. Kitchen facilities, a lift and non-smoking rooms are available. It is a 4-star base for guests who want to prepare some of their own meals and park easily while staying within reach of Douglas's seafront and town centre.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halvard Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 112 | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| Shore Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 483 | Yes | – | – | Yes |
| Mannin Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 402 | – | Yes | – | – |
| Regency Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 171 | – | Yes | – | – |
| Comis Hotel & Golf Resort | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 422 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| The Claremont Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 339 | – | Yes | – | – |
| The Island & Fairfield | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 30 | Yes | – | – | – |
| The Empress Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.2 | 993 | – | – | – | – |
| The Sefton | ★★★★ | 4.2 | 704 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| Mereside | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 40 | Yes | – | – | – |
| Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino | ★★★★ | 3.8 | 1,096 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| Glen Mona | ★★★★ | 3.8 | 48 | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Cunard Apartments | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| The Town House | ★★★★ | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Rosslyn | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Family rooms appear in the facility lists of Mannin Hotel, The Empress Hotel, Regency Hotel and Glen Mona. Glen Mona and Regency Hotel also list cots, and Glen Mona adds free car parking and a restaurant on site. Mannin Hotel and The Empress Hotel sit on Broadway and the Central Promenade, close to the beach.
Mannin Hotel · The Empress Hotel · Regency Hotel · Glen Mona
For sea views
Shore Hotel, Mannin Hotel and The Empress Hotel each list sea among their facilities, and Shore Hotel and The Empress Hotel add balconies. Shore Hotel also has a terrace, a garden and a patio, and it allows pets. Mannin Hotel lists balconies as well, with a lounge and a restaurant on site.
For business trips
The Sefton, Regency Hotel, Comis Hotel & Golf Resort and The Town House list business centres, and all four offer copy facilities along with dry cleaning service. Banquet rooms are listed at Regency Hotel, Comis Hotel & Golf Resort, The Sefton and The Town House, which suits meetings and events held in Douglas.
The Sefton · Regency Hotel · Comis Hotel & Golf Resort · The Town House
For wellness
Comis Hotel & Golf Resort lists an indoor pool, a gymnasium, a fitness centre, massage and a Jacuzzi. The Sefton has an indoor pool and a fitness centre, The Sefton and Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino both list massage with additional fitness centres, and Glen Mona lists a spa.
Comis Hotel & Golf Resort · The Sefton · Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino · Glen Mona
Where to stay in Douglas
Loch Promenade
Loch Promenade is Douglas's seafront address, and Halvard Hotel, The Claremont Hotel and Cunard Apartments all stand on it. Halvard Hotel and The Claremont Hotel list sea among their facilities, and both offer non smoking rooms. The three addresses put guests on the promenade itself, with the bay on one side and the town centre behind.
Our picks here: Halvard Hotel · The Claremont Hotel · Cunard Apartments
Central Promenade
The Central Promenade stretch of Douglas holds The Empress Hotel and Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino. The Empress Hotel lists sea and balconies, while Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino adds a casino, an indoor pool, a Jacuzzi and karaoke. Guests here stay on the seafront with the town's main promenade walks on the doorstep.
Our picks here: The Empress Hotel · Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino
Empire Terrace
Empire Terrace is a short street in Douglas where Mereside sits at number 1 and Rosslyn at number 3. Both list free car parking and a restaurant, and Mereside adds family rooms, a terrace and a lift. Rosslyn keeps a smaller facility list but includes a kitchen and non smoking rooms.
Harris Promenade
Harris Promenade, where The Sefton is listed, is part of Douglas's seafront. The Sefton offers sea views, balconies, family rooms, an indoor pool, a fitness centre and massage, along with a business centre and parking. It suits guests who want the promenade position with leisure and meeting facilities in the same building.
Our picks here: The Sefton
Questions, answered
Which Douglas 4-star hotel has the highest guest rating?
The Island & Fairfield has the top guest rating in this list at 4.9 out of 5 from 30 reviews, followed by Halvard Hotel at 4.8 from 112 reviews. Both are 4-star. The Island & Fairfield is on Empress Drive, and Halvard Hotel is on Loch Promenade.
Which of these hotels allow pets?
If you are travelling with a dog, both are the 4-star options to check first.
Which hotels have a pool or a spa?
Comis Hotel & Golf Resort and The Sefton both list an indoor pool. Comis Hotel & Golf Resort also lists massage and a Jacuzzi, while Glen Mona lists a spa. The Sefton, Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino and The Town House all include fitness centres.
Which hotels are best for families?
Family rooms are listed at Halvard Hotel, Mannin Hotel, Regency Hotel, Comis Hotel & Golf Resort, The Empress Hotel, The Sefton, Mereside, Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino, Glen Mona, Cunard Apartments, The Town House and Rosslyn. Mannin Hotel, Regency Hotel, Mereside, Glen Mona, Cunard Apartments and The Town House also list cots.
Which hotels offer parking?
Free car parking is listed at Shore Hotel, Comis Hotel & Golf Resort, The Island & Fairfield, Mereside, Glen Mona, Cunard Apartments and Rosslyn. Halvard Hotel, Mannin Hotel, The Sefton, Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino, The Empress Hotel and Regency Hotel also list parking among their facilities.
Which hotel is closest to the centre of Douglas?
Several sit on the promenade and streets just behind it, including Halvard Hotel and The Claremont Hotel on Loch Promenade, The Sefton on Harris Promenade, The Empress Hotel and Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino on the Central Promenade, and Mereside and Rosslyn on Empire Terrace. Shore Hotel is further out on Shore Road in Gansey.
Do these hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Halvard Hotel, Regency Hotel and Cunard Apartments, and breakfast in room is offered at Mannin Hotel, Regency Hotel, Comis Hotel & Golf Resort, The Claremont Hotel, The Sefton and Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino. Buffets appear at Halvard Hotel, Comis Hotel & Golf Resort, The Empress Hotel and Cunard Apartments.
Can I hold a business event at one of these hotels?
Business centres are listed at The Sefton, Regency Hotel, Comis Hotel & Golf Resort, The Empress Hotel, Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino and The Town House. Banquet facilities appear at Halvard Hotel, Comis Hotel & Golf Resort, Regency Hotel, The Claremont Hotel, The Empress Hotel, The Sefton, Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino, Cunard Apartments and The Town House.