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A short break on the Island is a great way to make the most of precious time off. Many Isle of Wight places to stay offer short break deals perfect for your getaway.
Teenagers over the age of 13 years, get approximately 15% discount from our standard prices, so if you want to treat the kids over the half term holidays or summer holidays in a family suite of two rooms for two adults and one teenager on a sofa bed prices start from £156 per night for 3 people, on a minimum 3 night stay and this includes our scrumptious breakfast, unlike the Premier Inn which is extra!
Call Keith & Christine on 01983 862333 or email info@swiss-cottage.co.uk to check our availability or look at our website www.swiss-cottage.co.uk for more details. Please mention Visit Isle of Wight when enquiring.
25% to 35% Car Ferry Package Discount OfferBook a stay directly with us for more than 3 days and we will get you a discounted car ferry crossing. Available with both Wightlink and Red Funnel from Lymington and Portsmouth or Southampton.
Call Keith & Christine on 01983 862333 or email info@swiss-cottage.co.uk to check our availability or look at our website www.swiss-cottage.co.uk for more details. Please mention Visit Isle of Wight when enquiring.
Unlike many other establishments, we are only one of a few that still give all our Retired Senior Citizens Over 67 years of age a well earned 10% Discount when staying with us (except during our High Season in July & August, when Full Adult Rate applies).
The current cost is from £150 per person for 3 nights stay on bed & breakfast or for 7 nights the cost is from £350 plus any single supplement if applicable.
Call Keith & Christine on 01983 862333 or email info@swiss-cottage.co.uk to check our availability or look at our website www.swiss-cottage.co.uk for more details. Please mention Visit Isle of Wight when enquiring.
25% Short Break DiscountIf you can't come for a week, then why don't you try our short break offer?
Stay for 4 nights on a bed and breakfast basis during January to May or October to December and get one night FREE.
This only works out from £165 per person for adults, from £150 for Retired Seniors Over 67 and from £138 per teenager for 4 nights, plus any single supplement if applicable.
If you need a car ferry crossing we will provide discounted ferry travel, please contact us for more information.
Please note that this is NOT available during any Bank Holidays or Festival Weekends when full rates apply.
Call Keith & Christine on 01983 862333 or email info@swiss-cottage.co.uk to check our availability or look at our website www.swiss-cottage.co.uk for more details. Please mention Visit Isle of Wight when enquiring.
Dickens Christmas House Party at The RoyalFriday 13th – Sunday 15th November 2026
Step into the world of Charles Dickens for an unforgettable weekend of theatre, storytelling, exceptional dining and festive atmosphere at The Royal Hotel.
Following the outstanding success of our previous Dickens House Party, we are delighted to welcome back Charles Dickens’ great-great-grandsons, Gerald Dickens and Ian Dickens, as our hosts and performers for this very special event.
At the heart of the weekend will be Gerald’s world-renowned one-man performance of A Christmas Carol, his most celebrated production and a performance enjoyed by audiences across the UK, the USA and around the world.
Together, Gerald and Ian will also share entertaining extracts, family stories and fascinating insights into Charles Dickens’ life, work and enduring connection with the Isle of Wight.
Expect a weekend filled with warmth, humour, storytelling and festive spirit.
Gerald Dickens is renowned for bringing his great-great-grandfather’s characters vividly to life through his energetic and captivating one-man performances.
He will be joined by his brother Ian Dickens, an Isle of Wight resident and joint guardian of the Dickens family legacy, who will share personal stories and insights into their famous ancestor’s life and time on the Island.
Combined with beautifully crafted dining from The Royal’s award-winning kitchen team, this promises to be a truly memorable pre-Christmas escape.
Your two-night Dickens Christmas House Party package includes:
Gerald Dickens’ world-renowned theatrical performance of A Christmas Carol
An entertaining evening of extracts from Dickens’ works and new anecdotes about his life and time on the Isle of Wight
Dickens-themed activities and memorabilia throughout the weekend
A welcome drink on arrival
A set three-course dinner on Friday evening
A seven-course tasting experience on Saturday evening
Full English breakfast each morning
Free return car-ferry or foot-passenger ferry travel
Complimentary car parking
Access to the hotel’s electric vehicle charging points
Free ferry offerStay at Sandringham Hotel for 3 nights or more at any time in 2026 and get free ferry travel. Sandringham Hotel will book and pay for your return car ferry travel, outward from Southampton and return from East Cowes.
Offer is available when booking direct on Sandringham Hotel's website or by calling 01983 406655.
Couples Indulgence Break OfferStay at Luccombe Hall Hotel for two nights by the sea. Enjoy a little fizz, handmade chocolates, cocktails and time just for the two of you.
This couples indulgence break includes:
Mini Break OfferStay at the award winning Luccombe Hall Hotel for a mini break on the Isle of Wight. Stay for a minimum of 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast. This mini break includes:
Ventnor’s Beach View Apartment - free ferry travelStay in our 2 bedroom 5-star standard apartment for an autumn reset.
It has a stunning view over Ventnor beach, and if you book through our website and to stay at least 3 nights before 13th December we’ll supply you with a free car ferry ticket via Southampton.
The apartment is in a peaceful location close to the Spyglass and Royal Hotel and has its own dedicated EV charger and full-fibre WiFi.
Book at https://www.ventnorselfcatering.co.uk/beach-view-apartment-online-booking
Book direct offer - up to 50% off ferry travelBook your stay directly with Sentry Mead and save up to 50% off the cost of your ferry crossing.
To book direct please call 01983 753212 or email info@sentrymead.co.uk and let the B&B know you'd like to take advantage of the ferry discount.
Ferry discounts are subject to availability and apply to bookings made directly with Sentry Mead - not via third-party websites.
Booking early is recommended, especially during peak travel times.
Book direct offer - up to 25% off ferry travelBook your stay directly with the Albion Hotel on their website or call 01983 755755 and save up to 25% on your ferry crossing*.
Take the hassle out of travelling to the Isle of Wight and let us take care of everything for you.
If you book through our website or over the phone, you can make huge savings on the cost of your ferry booking. And the best part? We take all of the administration away from you. Simple.
*ferry crossings are subject to availability. Savings can be made across all vehicle ferry crossings, from Wightlink to Red Funnel. Please check your preferred crossing times before making a booking.
Get 50% off your Sunday nights with a three night stay
Weekend Live offer - 6 November 2026Friday 6 November 2026 - 3 Nights - From £209pp
WEEKEND LIVE Featuring a tribute to Michael Jackson by Jackson Live with live band, plus Paul Milne with songs from Marvin Gaye, Wilson Picket, Luther Vandross and many more, the Warner Theatre Co.
Price is based a half board standard room at this adult only hotel, subject to availability, terms and conditions apply.
Ferry discounts available.
For more information or to book your break please call 01983 873931 - please mention visitisleofwight.co.uk when enquiring.
Weekend Live offer - 11 December 2026Friday 11 December 2026 - 3 Nights - From £169pp
WEEKEND LIVE Featuring From Denver to Diamond with a tribute to icons John Denver & Neil Diamond, plus the Warner Theatre Co and a chance to explore the local area.
Price is based a half board standard room at this adult only hotel, subject to availability, terms and conditions apply.
Ferry discounts available.
For more information or to book your break please call 01983 873931 - please mention visitisleofwight.co.uk when enquiring.
Festive Party break offerFriday 18 December 2026 - 3 Nights - From £159pp
Celebrate the season in style with this FESTIVE PARTY. Superb food, a great party atmosphere and fabulous live music, featuring the sensational Geoff Mull with his live band, with hits from Prince, Elvis, Whitney, Tina Turner and More
Price is based a half board standard room at this adult only hotel, subject to availability, terms and conditions apply.
Ferry discounts available.
For more information or to book your break please call 01983 873931 - please mention visitisleofwight.co.uk when enquiring.
Weekend Live offer - 4 December 2026Friday 4 December 2026 - 3 Nights - From £144pp
WEEKEND LIVE Featuring Roy G Hemmings & The Dictionary of Soul live band, plus Roy Carter, former member of chart topping hit makers Heatwave, plus the Warner Theatre Co.
Price is based a half board standard room at this adult only hotel, subject to availability, terms and conditions apply.
Ferry discounts available.
For more information or to book your break please call 01983 873931 - please mention visitisleofwight.co.uk when enquiring.
Stay 5 nights, pay for 4
Available Nov 2026 to March 2027
Enjoy a longer Island escape this winter at Clevelands Country House in Wroxall. Perfect for families, walkers and cyclists, with countryside on the doorstep and beaches less than 10 minutes away.
This exclusive offer is available for direct bookings only and must be booked before 31 Dec 2026.
To redeem, please contact us and quote “Visit IOW Offer.”
Excludes school holidays and Bank Holidays.
Subject to availability.
Please ask us about our car ferry discounts.
Clevelands Country House
Enjoy a peaceful Island break during our quieter seasons.
Stay 3 nights or more, Sunday to Thursday, and receive 10% off our website prices when booking direct and quoting “Visit IOW Offer.”
Available for stays:
March to May 2026
November 2026 to March 2027
Perfect for groups of walkers, friends and retirees seeking countryside calm, coastal walks and a slower pace of life. Beaches are less than 10 minutes by car, with scenic routes from the doorstep.
This offer applies to midweek stays only and is not available during Bank Holidays or school holiday periods.
To check availability and claim your discount, please contact us directly.
Subject to availability and standard booking terms.
Stay at The Mission for two nights during midweek and get the third night for free.
4 Nights at Luccombe Manor with a Free Night IncludedStay at Luccombe Manor County House Hotel, Isle of Wight for 4 nights from £299 per person.
What's included?:
Dates available:
For more information click here: Luccombe Manor with a free night included, Isle of Wight
To book call 0808 239 6249 - Freephone or email info@channelislandsdirect.co.uk.
7 Nights & Return Ferry at The Wight Stay at The Wight Hotel, Sandown, Isle of Wight for 7 nights from £599 per person.
What's included?:
Dates available:
For more information click here: The Wight, Isle of Wight
To book call 0808 239 6249 - Freephone or email info@channelislandsdirect.co.uk
3 Nights at Dorset HouseStay at Dorset House, Isle of Wight for 3 nights from £229 per person.
What's included?:
Dates available:
For more information click here: 3 nights at Dorset House, Isle of Wight
To book call 0808 239 6249 - Freephone or email info@channelislandsdirect.co.uk.
5 Nights at Seaview HolidaysStay at Seaview Holidays, Isle of Wight for 5 nights from £289 per person.
What's included?:
Dates available:
For more information click here: 5 nights at Seaview Holidays, Isle of Wight
To book call 0808 239 6249 - Freephone or email info@channelislandsdirect.co.uk.
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