The Empress Hotel

4 stars
Central Promenade, Douglas IM2 4RA, Isle of Man
Douglas, Isle of Man
8,2
Very good
based on 2128 reviews
2 128 reviews
Sat 1/11
-
Sun 2/11
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
R1 508
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Classic room
R1 508
Double room
R1 957
Standard Room
R2 749
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Overview

This contemporary 3-star hotel is just a five-minute stroll from the Gaiety Theatre. It is also minutes from Douglas's well-known attractions and landmarks.

This elegant hotel provides a beauty centre, a sauna and a 24-hour reception. A fitness centre is available to guests wishing to keep up their exercise regimes while away.

The Empress Hotel has 102 rooms, all of which are fitted with a refrigerator and a hair dryer. Honeymoon suites are also available.

The Empress Hotel Douglas houses brasserie and bar where guests can unwind at the end of the day. For those preferring to dine out, the surrounding area features many bars and restaurants with a choice of varied cuisines. For guests with day trips planned, the hotel offers packed lunches if required.

Isle of Man Airport is around a 20-minute car ride from The Empress Hotel and Cafe Royale Halt is within walking distance. The local area is also popular for its shopping.

8,2
Very good rating
Based on 2 128 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Empress Hotel

Sat 1/11
Sun 2/11
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
R3 257
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R3 328
nightly with fees
Standard Room
bed type unknown
R2 749
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
R1 957
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 163
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 945
nightly with fees
Classic room
bed type unknown
R1 508
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 575
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 597
nightly with fees
Executive room
bed type unknown
R3 321
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R3 613
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R3 755
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at The Empress Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Family rooms
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Designated smoking area

Outdoor

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Things to do

  • Hiking

Spa

  • Sauna

Reviews of The Empress Hotel

8,2
Very good
2128 verified ratings
Wonderful
951
Very good
490
Good
343
Okay
132
Fair
112
Mediocre
38
Poor
62

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Overall, guests appreciated the breakfast variety and the friendly staff, but many expressed dissatisfaction with the cleanliness and service quality, noting issues like unresponsive staff and dirty linens.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Breakfast8 out of 10
Cleanliness1.5 out of 10
Service1 out of 10
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Location

Central Promenade, Douglas IM2 4RA

What's nearby

  • Douglas Beach218 m
  • Gaiety Theatre0.5 km
  • Manx Museum1 km
  • Tynwald1 km
  • Tower of Refuge1.1 km
  • Douglas Harbour1.5 km
  • Derby Castle Depot1.5 km
  • Douglas Head Lighthouse1.9 km
  • The Bowl1.9 km
  • Braddan Bridge2 km
  • Union Mills F.C.3.1 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Essential information about The Empress Hotel

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Average price (weeknight)

November
April
R2 596
Cheapest month to stay with an average 14% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 7% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at The Empress Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Empress Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Empress Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and April.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Empress Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R2 233, while the most expensive was R2 233.

FAQs when booking at The Empress Hotel

  • Where is The Empress Hotel located?

    The Empress Hotel is located at Central Promenade, 1,1 km from the centre of Douglas. Douglas Beach is the closest landmark to The Empress Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Empress Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Empress Hotel.

  • Does The Empress Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Empress Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Empress Hotel from the airport?

    The Empress Hotel is 12,8 km from Castletown Ronaldsway. The Empress Hotel is 101,3 km from Holyhead Anglesey.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8,2
1,1 km
Castletown Ronaldsway
12,8 km

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