Villa Rothsay Hotel, Cowes (Isle of Wight)

Rooms and Views

Villa Rothsay Hotel offers rooms with views of the sailing boats on the Solent from private balconies. Some rooms are named after historic sailing vessels, such as "Shamrock" and "Morning Cloud," and include a small living area. The hotel is a Victorian house built in 1873 with nautical memorabilia and sailing photographs lining the walls.

Breakfast and Dining

Breakfast is served in a conservatory overlooking the Solent, with a menu that includes locally sourced ingredients and homemade preserves. Guests can choose from a full English breakfast, kippers, smoked haddock, or continental options, all cooked to order. An honesty bar set on a grand piano in the drawing room offers drinks for guests to help themselves.

Amenities and Services

The hotel provides a shared lounge with books, refreshments, and a TV area for guests to relax. Outdoor facilities include a tennis court, a garden with picnic area, and access to water sport facilities on site. Business travelers can use the meeting/banquet facilities and fax/photocopying services, and the hotel offers packed lunches for day trips.

Location and Activities

Villa Rothsay Hotel is located on a hillside in West Cowes, a 10-minute walk from the town centre and a short walk down a zigzag path to the beach. The hotel is a 5-minute drive from Osborne House and close to the Isle of Wight Steam Railway and the Royal London Yacht Club. Guests can watch sailing races and ship traffic on the Solent from the hotel, and cycling and windsurfing are available nearby.

Family, Pet, and Business Policies

The hotel welcomes families with children and offers family rooms that can accommodate groups, including connected twin rooms. Pets are allowed in designated areas, and the owner has 36 years of experience providing local advice. The hotel hosts business seminars and private functions, with an invoice provided for corporate bookings.

Highlights

Rooms: Balconies with Solent views, named after racing yachts

Breakfast: Locally sourced menu with homemade preserves

Amenities: Tennis court, honesty bar, meeting facilities

Location: Hillside in Cowes, 10 min walk to centre and beach

Pets: Dogs allowed in designated rooms