Cliffside

Hotels
9.8 (122 reviews)
PO31 8BL , Cowes , gb

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Table tennis
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Board games/puzzles
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful host
Clean and comfortable rooms
Value for money
Cons:
Weather issues during stay

Categories

Cleanliness
9.78
The accommodations are clean and comfortable, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
Service
10
Dan was extremely accommodating and helpful, consistently praised by guests.
Location
10
Outstanding location, very close to the beach and nearby attractions, consistently highlighted by guests.
Room Quality
9.78
Guests described the rooms as cosy and comfortable with all necessary amenities.
Amenities
9.78
Well-equipped facilities as mentioned by guests, including a lovely kitchen for self-catering.
Value for Money
9.78
Guests felt they got great value for the price, considering the amenities and service provided.
Food and Beverage
9.28
Breakfast options were available and generally well-received, though some guests self-catered.
Overall Experience
10
Overall experience was highly positive, with many guests expressing intent to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 17:12

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
With a garden, tennis court, and beachfront patio with outdoor fireplace, Cliffside offers a luxurious stay in Cowes.

Gourmet Dining
Enjoy buffet and continental breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruits, and juice, as well as access to barbecue facilities for a delightful culinary experience.

Exciting Activities
From yoga classes to cycling, fishing, and canoeing, guests at Cliffside can immerse themselves in a range of exciting activities both on-site and in the surrounding area.

To book your stay at the luxurious Cliffside in Cowes, visit our website today!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Managed by a private host

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.8
Based on 122 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.78
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.78
Amenities: 9.78
Value for Money: 9.78
Food and Beverage: 9.28
Overall Experience: 10
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michael solo_traveller gb
10
Excellent in all respects, booked to stay again.
Pros:

Everything
The room was enormous, the bed was very comfy, lots of wardrobe space and a nice armchair.
Lovely shower.
Dan was very welcoming and generous.
Good breakfast in a very nice dining room.
Full use of the kitchen if I wanted to cook breakfast.
Warm and cosy sitting room.

Cons:

Car parking but it was mentioned on the site so I knew beforehand, just parked on the quiet road so that wasn’t a problem.

2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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Kevin couple gb
10
Relaxing stay at Cliffside
Pros:

Dan was very helpful and provided great communication from the moment I booked until we left, he could not have done anymore. He is very accommodating, nothing is too much trouble.
As previously mentioned Cliffside is a minute from the beach and only a 10 minute walk from Cowes town centre. If you walk 20 minutes west along the seafront you come to Gurnard and The Woodvale pub, where you can watch the sunset, have dinner and some good beer.
I would certainly stay at Cliffside again.

Cons:

The weather, we had some rain!

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Louise couple gb
10
Wonderful!
Pros:

We couldn’t have wished for a better place to stay while on the island! The property was fantastic and in a superb location. Dan was brilliant — an attentive and friendly host who made us feel right at home from meeting him. We would highly recommend staying at Cliffside!

2026-01-15 via Nuitee
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Nigel solo_traveller gb
10
2025-10-30 via Nuitee
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schryvers couple be
10
Zeer goed
Pros:

De locatie was uitstekend, heel rustig en vlakbij het strand en wandelafstand van het centrum van cowes. De uitbater Dan deed alles om het ons aangenaam te maken.

Cons:

ErNiets

2025-10-27 via Nuitee
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MJ couple gb
10
We will be back!
Pros:

Beautifully decorated. Welcoming.
Comfortable, warm, clean. Generous breakfast
Close to the sea.

Cons:

No problems

2025-10-21 via Nuitee
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JULIE couple gb
10
Absolutely FABULOUS!
Pros:

Amazing cosy cottage, great that we had it all to ourselves 🤣 Dan couldn’t have been more accommodating, he was so helpful and friendly, even making a special trip to buy some IOW tomatoes for us to try! It was a real home from home where we could relax, we would 100% stay here again in the future.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike!

2025-10-19 via Nuitee
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Joe solo_traveller gb
10
2025-10-05 via Nuitee
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Kevin solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The host was an absolute legend, I went to the isle of wight to cycle round and chose Cliffside as somewhere close to the start/finish. Dan was in communication with me pretty much the whole way round and even recommended 'refreshment' stops along the way. Cliffside itself was lovely spacious and comfortable,. I could only wish I could have sampled the local delicacies for breakfast but sadly over slept and had to dash to catch the ferry. Me and a buddy are planning to do the trip again next year and would definitely stay here if available.

Cons:

Nothing

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
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Henrietta couple gb
10
Dan was a wonderful host and made us feel so welcome and at home. Thank you for making our stay so easy and enjoyable.
Pros:

Dan’s home was beautiful and remarkable in a perfect location so close to Cowes but not too close for it to be noisy.

2025-09-28 via Nuitee
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Hugh couple gb
10
Loved it
Pros:

Self catering as owner said he would not be there. Food was available. We were able to use his kitchen to prepare breakfast and our two dinners.
Met by Tracy on arrival. Able to charge an electric bike.

Cons:

All good.

2025-09-16 via Nuitee
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Catherine couple gb
10
Pros:

Great location for absolutely everything.
House is great, Dan the host is very welcoming and always ready to help if needed.
Would definitely recommend. Continental Breakfast every morning if wanted absolutely perfect.

2025-09-09 via Nuitee
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Ralf couple de
10
Der ideale Ort, um die Isle of Wight zu erkunden. Haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt.
Pros:

Tolle Lage direkt am Meer auf einem schönen Grundstück. Wir wurden vom Besitzer sehr nett empfangen und betreut. Großer Frühstücksraum zur Selbstversorgung, der mit allem ausgestattet ist, was man braucht. Unser Motorrad stand in einem Carport auf dem Grundstück. Die hübsche Stadt ist fußläufig zu erreichen.

Cons:

nichts

2025-09-04 via Nuitee
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Claire couple gb
10
Amazing stay with such attention to detail. Dan was a fantastic host
Pros:

Location, size, facilities

Cons:

Nothing

2025-09-01 via Nuitee
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Isobel couple gb
10
2025-08-31 via Nuitee
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Chahrazede family_with_children de
10
Pros:

Wir haben uns hier von der ersten Minute an rundum wohlgefühlt! Die Lage ist einfach traumhaft – nur ein paar Schritte vom Strand entfernt, perfekt für entspannte Stunden am Meer. Unser Gastgeber Dan ist super freundlich, hilfsbereit und immer interessiert, dass es einem gut geht – man merkt richtig, wie viel Herzblut er in alles steckt. Die Unterkunft selbst ist total gemütlich und liebevoll eingerichtet, mit allem, was man braucht. Man fühlt sich sofort wie zuhause. Absolut empfehlenswert – wir kommen bestimmt wieder!

Cons:

Nichts: Wir wären gerne länger geblieben! 😄

2025-08-25 via Nuitee
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Gerard couple gb
10
Brilliant
Pros:

Dan, host, very welcoming. Everything we could have wished for. Comfortable, quiet and very good location.

2025-08-13 via Nuitee
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sharon couple gb
10
A very relaxed stay in a quiet location but very close to everything that Cowes has to offer.
Pros:

Cliffside Cottage is a lovely house tucked away moments from the sea.
Dan is a very relaxed host who makes you feel very at home.
Everything that you could need is provided in very generous proportions.
Would recommend Cliffside and would definitely book again.

2025-08-12 via Nuitee
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Susanne couple de
10
Great place, we would like to come back!
Pros:

Dan was an excellent host. It is a cosy and comfortable place in a great location.

2025-08-05 via Nuitee
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Raphaël family_with_children be
10
Fantastic place in Cowes
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay as a family!
Dan was incredibly welcoming and accommodating throughout our visit. The house is beautiful, very well equipped, spotless, and impeccably maintained. The location is perfect – just a few minutes’ walk from the heart of Cowes and only a few steps from the beach. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay. Highly recommended!

Cons:

Nothing

2025-08-05 via Nuitee