Offering views of the nearby sailing boats, Villa Rothsay Hotel is located in Cowes, Isle of Wight. Free WiFi access is available, as well as free parking. Each room here will provide you with a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Featuring a bath or shower, the bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms boast a balcony and views of the sailing boats on the ocean. At Villa Rothsay Hotel you will find free shuttle service, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge, luggage storage and an ironing service. The hotel is 5 miles away from Newport and 12 miles from Ryde. Sandown Airport is 13 miles away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Cowes, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Steven
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great little hidden gem of a place. I would stay again.
  • K
    Karyn
    Spain Spain
    The exceptional service provided by our wonderful host Margaret. Nothing was too much trouble for her. She went above and beyond the call of duty to ensure our stay was special. Thank you very much Margaret, we had a wonderful time. K&J
  • Linda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was excellent- especially the English. Also a nice selection of quality cereals and fruit. Fantastic location looking out on to the Solent and all the sailing activities - from yachts to liners. Thank you Margaret for the upgrade - it...
  • Elizabeth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful house. Very comfortable. So much history too and Margaret was a wonderful host. And a lovely breakfast too!
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is a great hotel full of character and history. The view from our room of the Solent was stunning. The service in the hotel is of a very high standard but also very personal. The breakfast was excellent. Would highly recommend Villa Rothsay...
  • Roderick
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wonderful, victorian hotel stuffed full with family moments and period furniture. The host was warm and welcoming, nothing too much trouble. Close to the town. £5 taxi ride.
  • Wendy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owner Margaret was very helpful and considerate of our needs. The breakfasts were great.
  • Amber
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A unique, quirky property… steeped in history. Lovely room with a view to the sea
  • Cawsey
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fabulous location, fabulous staff who couldn't have been more helpful and friendly. Food was great. Place was really amazing. Such character but also very clean.
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the North facing balcony as we were there in heatwave. Great view of the sea, and you could see sunrise and sunset from the same spot. Short walk down the zigzag path to get to the beach or along the road to Northwood House. Zac was very...

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • Are you allowed to smoke on the balconies?

    We do allow smoking on the Balconies , please request an ashtray when booking.
    Answered on 2 August 2020
  • Do you have rooms on the ground floor or do you have a lift

    There are stairs into the Hotel and down to one room on drawing room floor,the whole hotel is built on a Hill , sorry no lift.
    Answered on 16 May 2021
  • Hi, does your free shuttle operate from the ferry port?

    Yes but it is now just a car so minimum of 3 and only from Red Jet Terminal.
    Answered on 25 September 2022
  • Do rooms have walk in shower and any rooms on ground floor since I am thinking there are only stairs. Thank you Janet

    Good Morning Jane We do have three rooms with walk in showers, but they either down two flights of stairs or up one or two flights of stairs. Kind reg..
    Answered on 7 June 2022
  • Dear all, my Brother in law has mobility issues so would it be possible to get a parking space close to the hotel? Many thanks in advance Sarah

    Yes this is possible ,but we are built into a Hill and there a quiet a few stairs. Sorry for the delay.
    Answered on 23 August 2022
  • Hi is it easy bus access for the IOW festival in june?

    Free Bus Service runs from Near M&S supermarket in Cowes
    Answered on 26 January 2022
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Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional • Romantic

Facilities of Villa Rothsay Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Villa Rothsay Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 03:00 to 23:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Villa Rothsay Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Villa Rothsay Hotel

  • Villa Rothsay Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Villa Rothsay Hotel is 850 yards from the centre of Cowes. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Villa Rothsay Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Bicycle rental

  • The prices at Villa Rothsay Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Villa Rothsay Hotel is from 03:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Room options at Villa Rothsay Hotel include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double
    • Family