Villa Rothsay Hotel

Hotels
9.2 (451 reviews)
29 Baring Rd , Cowes , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great breakfast
Beautiful location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Stairs can be problematic for some guests

Categories

Cleanliness
8.34
One review mentioned feeling uncomfortable due to cleanliness issues.
Service
9.81
Multiple reviews praised the friendly and attentive service.
Location
9.35
Many reviews highlighted the appealing location with beautiful views.
Room Quality
9.3
Rooms were mentioned as large, comfortable, and well-appointed.
Amenities
9.33
Various amenities, like breakfast and a self-serve bar, were positively referenced.
Value for Money
8.79
Overall value was considered good based on reviews.
Food and Beverage
9.34
Breakfast was frequently noted as superb and outstanding.
Overall Experience
9.31
Reviews generally conveyed a highly satisfying overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 07:16

Property Description

Spectacular Views
Immerse yourself in the picturesque scenes of sailing boats from the comfort of your room, or while enjoying a serene moment in the garden.

Comfortable Accommodation
Indulge in well-equipped rooms featuring modern amenities such as TV, tea/coffee facilities, and luxurious toiletries for a relaxing stay.

Convenient Services
Benefit from complimentary WiFi, parking, shuttle service, and a 24-hour front desk to cater to all your needs seamlessly.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of comfort and luxury at Villa Rothsay Hotel!

Important information:

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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SOU

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 451 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.34
Service: 9.81
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 9.3
Amenities: 9.33
Value for Money: 8.79
Food and Beverage: 9.34
Overall Experience: 9.31
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russell couple gb
7
2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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Jason couple gb
10
The lady was outstanding very accommodating and had a great sense of service
Pros:

Fantastic property with bags load of character

Cons:

Very small criticism was the shower was a bit weak and not as pleasant

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Brian couple gb
10
Memorable, fun , wonderful
Pros:

The Hotel’s beautiful and interesting history
The service in all departments was excellent, great communication beforehand

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Nicholas couple gb
8
A hidden gem tucked away and different,excellent atmosphere and breakfast,hope to return soon
Pros:

Excellent location with a sea view from our room,the yachting connection and pictures along with the power boat racing too. Quirky classic style.

Cons:

We had a problem with tv signal possibly as it seemed to be connected to internet and high pressure. We enjoyed the peacefulness without the tv which proved to be good.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Ludovica couple it
9
Highly recommended!
Pros:

Beautiful place with a timeless charm.
The room was very clean, with a nice view and a comfortable bed.
The staff were kind and always helpful.
Great breakfast, served in a room overlooking the sea and the sailing boats – a truly pleasant way to start the day.
We’ll definitely be back.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Tom extended_group ie
9
Happy
Pros:

Very good

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Golfshot123 Couples Godalming, Surrey, England
10
A beautiful hotel.
Pros:

A beautiful hotel. We loved our stay here. The hotel is filled with sailing memorabilia. We stayed in December and the hotel was beautifully decorated. Our room was large and very clean. The breakfast was superb. I can highly recommend staying here.

2025-12-18 via Tripadvisor
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paul couple gb
10
2025-12-07 via Nuitee
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Sheila extended_group gb
10
Lovely character hotel with very friendly staff.
Pros:

Lovely Edwardian hotel with lots of character, with very friendly staff and great breakfasts. We particularly loved the lounge area with self serve bar - it created a great atmosphere and felt like we were entertaining in our own home.

Cons:

There are a lot of stairs - so check suitability for anyone less able to manage these.

2025-11-26 via Nuitee
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Sue family_with_children gb
9
Perfect location, amaxing food, friendly staff
Pros:

Breakfast amazing. Staff very attentive.⁰

Cons:

Would have liked a bath rather than a shower

2025-11-18 via Nuitee
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Sharon solo_traveller gb
10
A peaceful, overnight stay in a fabulous setting
Pros:

I appreciated the uniqueness of the hotel. A warm welcome, made to feel comfortable by the host, offered various food options on arrival.
A lovely location, a very good breakfast cooked to order. The hospitality level is pitched just right - welcoming, attentive, not overbearing, genuine.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2025-11-12 via Nuitee
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elaine couple gb
10
A very stylish and atmospheric hotel run by a family who care about their guests.
Pros:

Excellent breakfast with fabulous views.

2025-11-12 via Nuitee
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iain solo_traveller gb
10
Loved the ambience … great breakfast
Pros:

Loved the quirkiness of the place , the proprietor was very welcoming and the bed was very comfortable

2025-10-30 via Nuitee
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Joy couple gb
1
We paid but didn’t stay as felt so uncomfortable
Pros:

Nothing. We were shown around and felt so uncomfortable we couldn’t stay.

Cons:

It was cluttered and unclean.

2025-10-23 via Nuitee
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Ken couple gb
10
Pros:

Great boutique hotel in Cowes. Our room, Shamrock, was very well appointed with a balcony and views across the Solent. The bed was so comfy we slept like a babies.

The breakfast is outstanding and the service is exceptional.

We would definitely recommend Villa Rothsay, it is home from home.

Cons:

Nothing, everything was perfect.

2025-10-19 via Nuitee
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Jacqui solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

A warm welcome and the charm and ambience unique

Cons:

Bed was too firm
Water pressure in bathroom was low and slow to warm up

2025-10-08 via Nuitee
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Lesley couple ca
9
Simply ideal.
Pros:

Old world charm in the decor. Location with sea view. Gracious hospitality from our hostess and staff.

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
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maria extended_group gb
10
Margret was a fablous host. Nothing was too much trouble. She even took out luggage to the ferry. I was with a man with
Pros:

It was a very beautiful building. There was absolutely nothing I didn’t like.

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
3
Very disappointed plus cost
Cons:

It was cold in room hot water after running water for 45 mins r
Then run shower for hot water because of no heat the towels did not dry were not replaced till we ask the last night we had heat we would like say my partner being disabled had a problem with the stairs as at the top of the stairs was a fire exit door which opened with difficulty and for someone standing on the stairs it was difficult to get through without falling so had to have someone holding the door open. When booking did not notice no lifts. Also no restaurant.

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
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Denise extended_group gb
8
2025-09-28 via Nuitee