Set right on Central Promenade, the Palace Hotel & Casino looks straight out across Douglas Bay. It is one of the best-known addresses on the island's seafront: a modern, five-storey hotel originally built in 1960 and refurbished in 2012, with 135 rooms and a busy mix of holidaymakers, business travellers and conference guests.
The appeal is having everything under one roof. You'll find two restaurants, a bar and lounge, an indoor pool, a steam room, spa treatments and a health club, plus the adjoining casino for adults who enjoy an evening at the tables. Douglas Beach is outside the front door, and the town centre, theatres and ferry terminal are an easy walk along the promenade.
It works especially well as a base for a first visit to the Isle of Man, for a conference trip or for a weekend break where you'd like a pool and a choice of places to eat without needing the car.
Rooms are modern and practical, with free Wi-Fi, a work desk, an in-room safe, an iron and ironing board, and en-suite bathrooms. Ask for a sea-facing room if you can — waking up to the view over Douglas Bay is the highlight of a stay here. Twin, double and family configurations are available, and non-smoking rooms are standard.
A comfortable double for couples or solo travellers, with a desk and city or side views.
Two single beds, ideal for friends or colleagues travelling together.
Front-facing rooms with views across the bay — worth requesting when you book.
Extra space and bedding for families; let the hotel know ages when booking.
The hotel is one of Douglas's main conference venues, with nine meeting rooms and around 800 square metres of event space, able to host gatherings of up to roughly 300 people. Audio-visual equipment, high-speed internet in meeting rooms and administrative support are available, which makes it a convenient choice for corporate events, training days and celebrations.
The Palace sits on the seafront in the heart of Douglas, with the beach directly opposite. The historic horse tramway runs along the promenade outside, and the Gaiety Theatre and Manx Museum are short walks away.
| Check-in | From 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | By 11:00 AM |
| Rooms | 135 across 5 floors |
| Built / refurbished | 1960 / 2012 |
| Parking | Free, on site |
| Wi-Fi | Free throughout |
| Hotel group | Best Western (BWH Hotels) |
Please note: the casino is for adults aged 18 and over only. Please gamble responsibly. Facilities, times and prices are set by the hotel and may change — confirm details directly with the property before you travel.
The hotel stands on Central Promenade in Douglas, the Isle of Man's capital, directly facing Douglas Beach and the bay.
Check-in starts at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Ask at reception if you need an early arrival or late departure, subject to availability.
Yes, free on-site parking is available for guests.
Yes. Guests can use the indoor swimming pool, along with a steam room, spa treatments and a health club.
Yes, complimentary Wi-Fi is available to guests.
Isle of Man (Ronaldsway) Airport is roughly 8 miles away, which is about a 20-minute drive.
The on-site casino is open to adults only. Guests must be 18 or over and may be asked for photo ID.
