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There’s a fantastic range of accommodation in Cowes and East Cowes. You’ll find family-friendly campsites and B&Bs as well as luxurious hotels with Egyptian cotton sheets and monsoon showers.
Many hotels and B&Bs in Cowes and East Cowes offer a glimpse into the sailing and royal heritage of the town as well as a glorious sea view. Villa Rothsay Hotel was regularly frequented by Prince Edward (son of Queen Victoria), The Fountain Hotel in the town centre has been a guest house since the 18th century and today, the New Holmwood offers a spectacular view of the racing from its terrace.
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There are a large number of self-catering properties in both West and East Cowes and many are available year-round. Ranging from bijou cottages to large houses for suitable for crew, to glamourous apartments with a sea view, there’s something for every taste and budget.
If you fancy a stay with royal style, try the Indian summer house at Albert Cottage in East Cowes that was built for Queen Victoria’s daughter, Beatrice or even Sovereign’s Gate at Osborne – the private beach and grounds are yours to enjoy after the day’s visitors go home.
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Campers are not neglected in Cowes or East Cowes. There are holiday parks and touring parks within easy distance of the car ferry terminal at East Cowes, most of which are located within close proximity to the water.
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Many hotels and B&Bs in Cowes have sea views, but to get closest to the water, you can easily moor your boat in Cowes. With a substantial number of yacht clubs and marinas with excellent facilities for both sailors and boats, berthing is easy to arrange for boat owners. Cowes Yacht Haven marina offers lift and launch services, boat repairs and storage on-site, and berths are available year-round.
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Not just for trainee sailors, UKSA, situated just out of the town centre offer dormitory style accommodation for groups as well as en-suite rooms for individuals and families.
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Heritage Attractions and Things to See
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COWES
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We offer the perfect mix of a friendly, welcoming bed and breakfast with the spacious, non intrusive feel of a small hotel.
Cowes
Set on a rare breed smallholding in Thorness, The Old Cowshed is a newly converted barn providing a peaceful escape with a little bit of luxury thrown in, any time of the year.
COWES
Mulberry Cottage is a real little gem, secretly tucked away behind a walled garden in one of the most enviable positions in Cowes old town and conveniently moments the centre of town, the Red Jet, bars, restaurants, cafés and the Yacht Haven marina.
COWES
Firefly House is a 4 bedroom luxury Victorian house with 2 parking spaces, just a few minutes walk from the historic town centre, waterfront and marinas of Cowes, home of UK yacht racing, and gateway to the Isle of Wight.
COWES
Victorian house on the seafront at Cowes, now two self-catering holiday cottages, full of original features and sea views from many of the rooms.
COWES
This York Street townhouse is a beautiful 3 bed property located in central West Cowes, with views of the marina.
EAST COWES
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A family run park situated in the Island's most famous town of Cowes - Waverley Park has direct access to the promenade east of the River Medina and enjoys panoramic views over Cowes Harbour and the Solent. At…
NORTHWOOD
Tiny Homes Holidays is a unique Tiny House hamlet providing one of the best in greener holidays.
COWES
The Union Inn hotel has as much character as you would hope to find from an old English pub.
WEST COWES
Mandy and Mark would like to welcome you to Holly Tree House, a Victorian house situated a short uphill walk from everything Cowes has to offer, great nightlife, bars, shops, restaurants, yacht clubs, and ferry links to the mainland.
COWES
A boutique Victorian themed hotel, full of character & charm with splendid views over the Solent and great customer service.
WEST COWES
Foresters Hall (previously known as North House) is a Grade II listed townhouse located in the heart of Cowes Old Town.
Thorness
Spread across glorious countryside on the north of the Island, Thorness Bay Holiday Park offers the opportunity to get back to nature with spectacular views over the Solent and its own private bay a short walk away.
WEST COWES
Ward Avenue B&B is tucked away just 5 minutes walk from Cowes High Street. This boutique guest house offers attractive rooms or chalets with a private entrance and of course a full superb cooked to order breakfast.
COWES
York Cottage is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom town house, located less than a 5 min walk to the centre of Cowes. The house is spread across 4 floors, with the top bedroom having sea views over the rooftops.
WEST COWES
Based in Cowes on the sunny Isle of Wight, UKSA’s 4-acre waterfront location offers a range of accommodation options for arranged groups, students, and clubs. Rooms available include dormitory-style bunk rooms, en-suite rooms and wheelchair…
EAST COWES
A spacious 3 bedroom pet friendly Victorian house which comfortably sleeps 5 and is set in a quiet road within walking distance to the marina, East Cowes centre, the ferry and floating bridge.
COWES
A really stunning, almost ‘new 300 year old town house and holiday home is located in the heart of Cowes, and is a perfect base for exploring the Isle of Wight.
EAST COWES
Nos 1 Sovereign's Gate Osborne is a holiday cottages that has been developed in this iconic building at Osborne. Sovereign's Gate was commissioned by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert as the formal entrance to Osborne.
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