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The Claremont Hotel, Douglas

The EMPTYJET Dossier · Selected

The Claremont Hotel

Douglas, Isle of Man

The Claremont Hotel in Douglas is the Isle of Man's only 4-Star Gold hotel and winner of the 2024 World Travel Awards for Leading Hotel. It features the award-winning Coast Bar & Brasserie serving local produce and seasonal cuisine, alongside Business Club Executive rooms with luxury amenities. The hotel also offers extensive event facilities and complimentary high-speed broadband.

EMPTYJET Selected

One of 7,777 hotels on Earth

70.9/100 · EMPTYJET Consensus

World Travel Awards 2024Industry awards

“For business travellers and event planners The Claremont presents a clear proposition: Business Club Executive rooms, a dedicated 100mb broadband line and sizeable meeting capacity (Sanderson Suite for 200; boardroom for”

The EMPTYJET dossier

Overview

The Claremont Hotel in Douglas, Isle of Man appears in the EMPTYJET guide of 7,777 hotels on Earth as Selected, carrying an EMPTYJET Consensus of 86/100. On-site hospitality includes Coast Bar & Brasserie and Coast Bar; bedroom reservations include complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast, with indulgent afternoon tea also offered. Guests can expect an extensive international wine collection and luxury cocktails alongside a concierge, fitness centre, business centre and 24-hour room service.

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Why EMPTYJET selects it

Selection in the EMPTYJET catalogue rests on named recognitions and cross-platform guest verdicts. The hotel's own listing highlights Business Club Executive rooms with Tempur mattresses and Hungarian goose-down pillows, complimentary cooked to order breakfast, complimentary and unlimited high-speed broadband via a dedicated 100mb line, and a restaurant focused on local produce. Those concrete features and scores explain its evidence-led place in the Selected tier.

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Rooms & suites

Accommodation at The Claremont Hotel is designed with comfort and functionality in mind. The Business Club Executive rooms are equipped with super-size beds featuring Hungarian goose-down pillows and Tempur mattresses, ensuring restful sleep. These rooms also offer separate seating areas and luxury wet rooms. Across all room categories, guests will find amenities such as Blu-Ray DVD players, cordless phones, bathrobes, slippers, Nespresso coffee facilities, stationery support, and daily attendant service. Complimentary and unlimited high-speed broadband is available in all rooms via a dedicated 100mb line.

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Dining

The Claremont Hotel's culinary offering centres on the Coast Bar & Brasserie, where local produce and seasonal cuisine are at the forefront. The restaurant provides a contemporary dining experience, complemented by an extensive international wine collection and luxury cocktails crafted from premium ingredients. The Coast Bar serves as a social hub for both guests and visitors. The hotel also offers an indulgent afternoon tea, and all bedroom reservations include a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast.

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Service & reputation

Service at The Claremont Hotel is supported by a range of guest-focused amenities, including a concierge, 24-hour room service, and a daily attendant for rooms. The hotel’s reputation is reinforced by an EMPTYJET Consensus rating of 71/100out of 10 from over two thousand reviews, reflecting consistent guest satisfaction. The award-winning team manages a variety of events, from corporate functions to weddings and private celebrations, and offers bespoke outside catering across the Isle of Man.

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Location & setting

The Claremont Hotel is located in the business district of Douglas, Isle of Man, providing convenient access for business travellers and visitors attending events. Its central position makes it a practical base for exploring the town and the wider island. The property is also equipped to host events, with the Sanderson Suite accommodating up to 200 people and a Boardroom for up to 12 attendees. The hotel’s outside catering service extends its reach to venues across the Isle of Man.

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The EMPTYJET verdict

For business travellers and event planners The Claremont presents a clear proposition: Business Club Executive rooms, a dedicated 100mb broadband line and sizeable meeting capacity (Sanderson Suite for 200; boardroom for 12) make it well suited to conferences and corporate stays, while outside catering extends those capabilities island-wide. Leisure stays are supported by Coast Bar & Brasserie’s seasonal, local produce, an extensive international wine collection and luxury cocktails, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and afternoon tea. Its guest scores and national recognition mark it as a practical, well-equipped choice in the Isle of Man.

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Good to know

All guests at The Claremont Hotel receive complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast with their reservation. High-speed broadband is included throughout the property. The hotel offers a fitness centre, business centre, and 24-hour room service. Afternoon tea is available, and the hotel provides bespoke outside catering services anywhere on the Isle of Man.

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At a glance

Location
Douglas, Isle of Man
Nearest airport
OAK · Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport · 16 km · ≈ 30 min
Hotel type
City

EMPTYJET Consensus

70.9 / 100

Our own composite of guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking, Agoda and every major platform — the praise and the complaints.

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Analysed from 2,205 guest reviews across Tripadvisor.

Most noted: air-conditioning.

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