Hotels in the Isle of Wight

You’ll find Sandown station and Shanklin station less than a 10-minute drive away from Sandown town centre, and other train stations on the Isle of Wight like Lake station and Brading station nearby, too. Further north there’s Haven Street station in Ryde, and regular buses in Cowes, meaning getting around the Isle of Wight during your stay couldn’t be easier.

There’s plenty of beaches to choose from during your summer holiday in Isle of Wight. Sandown Bay is one of the best beaches for families – and just a five-minute walk from your room if you’re staying at our Premier Inn Isle of Wight Sandown (Seafront) hotel. You’ll find other family-friendly beaches in Ryde, but thrill-seekers will love surfing at Compton Beach in Newport. Other popular Isle of Wight beaches include Ventnor Beach, Shanklin Beach and Alum Bay Beach. 

As an island, you’ll find that some beaches in Isle of Wight are pebbly, but this popular holiday destination is home to plenty of sandy beaches, too. The family-friendly beaches at Sandown and Ryde are sandy, as is Compton Bay, while certain spots like Bembridge Beach and Cowes Beach on the other side of the island are shingly.

There are around 14 beaches in Isle of Wight to choose from, so it’s easy to see why going to the beach is one of the top Isle of Wight family activities. Sandown Beach is always a hit with families, Ventnor Beach is one of the more accessible beaches in Isle of Wight thanks to its slopes, and scenery-lovers and surfers alike love Compton Bay.

Take a look at our hotels in Bournemouth and our hotels in Brighton. If you’re looking for UK coastal breaks, why not explore other places to visit near the Isle of Wight? Our hotels in Bournemouth are also on the south coast and perfect for UK family holidays, and you’ll love our family friendly Brighton hotels, too, as they’re ideal for summer getaways. 

This island is well-known for its fresh seafood – especially crab – but there’s much more on the menu when it comes to eating on the Isle of Wight. After treating yourself to a cream tea in an Isle of Wight café, you can look forward to tasty, family meals at our Sandown Cliffs Cookhouse + Pub, or our Medina Quay Beefeater.

From open-mic nights to live music performances, you’ll find plenty of things to do on the Isle of Wight at night. There’s no shortage of traditional pubs on the island if you’re looking for a laid-back evening, as well as clubs and entertainment venues like Shanklin Theatre if you’re looking for some livelier Isle of Wight nightlife.

You’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to family activities near our IOW hotels. Enjoy the exciting rides and amusements at Blackgang Chine – or its sister park Robin Hill – before taking the kids to The Needles Landmark Attraction. Plus, Isle of Wight holidays wouldn’t be complete without enjoying some family days out at popular beaches like Sandown.

From live music events like Isle of Wight Festival to chairlift rides at The Needles Landmark attraction, there’s more than enough outdoor activities in Isle of Wight to keep the family entertained. Sunbathe on some of the best beaches on the Isle of Wight, enjoy exciting boat trips around the island, and meet the animals at the Isle of Wight Zoo.

Whatever the weather in Isle of Wight, there’s always plenty of fun things to do. History-lovers and kids alike will love exploring Carisbrooke Castle and Osbourne, before visiting top Isle of Wight attractions like Dinosaur Isle and the amusements on Sandown Pier. Plus, if you fancy a spa weekend in Isle of Wight, the island has several relaxing spas and pools to choose from near our IOW hotels. 

You’ll have plenty of opportunities to enjoy some sun, sea and sand during summer holidays in the Isle of Wight. Compton Bay next to Freshwater Cliff is a popular spot with surfers, while scenery lovers visiting Isle of Wight can head to Colwell Bay or pebbly Bembridge Beach. If you’re looking for the best beach for families though, head for the sandy beaches in Ryde or the popular Sandown Bay and pier.

Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway or a half term break in the Isle of Wight, this scenic island hosts exciting events all year round. The world-famous Isle of Wight Festival and The Wight Proms four-day festival are ideal for music-lovers looking for live music events this summer. Don’t miss out on Cowes Week – one of the top sailing events in the world – and there’s no better way to soak up the scenery than by joining the Isle of Wight Waking Festival.

Our IOW hotels are close to some of the island’s must-see attractions. As well as an incredible chairlift ride over the chalk cliffs, The Needles Landmark Attraction offers exciting boat trips, a sweet factory and a 4D cinema. Other fun activities in Isle of Wight include visiting Osbourne in East Cowes – Queen Victoria’s former holiday home – and exploring Carisbrooke Castle.

Flex – Pay now or on arrival, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Our most flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 1pm on the day of arrival. You can also amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Semi-Flex – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to three full days before arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to three full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Advance – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 28 full days before arrival, free to amend thereafter until the day of arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 28 full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Standard – Pay now, non-refundable. Free to amend booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Slightly flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel and get a full refund, but you can amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Non-Flex – Pay now. No amends or refunds. Our least flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel or amend your stay after booking.

Our standard check-in time is 3pm. For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

Checkout is by 12 noon on your departure date. If luggage storage is available, our teams will be happy to store any bags for you if you’d like to check out before 12pm.

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

In 2020 we launched Premier Inn CleanProtect™, our rigorous, daily cleaning method that’s used throughout our UK & Ireland hotels. Developed in partnership with Diversey, a global leader in cleaning and hygiene products for the healthcare and hospitality industries, our promise seeks to give you extra peace of mind so you can always book and stay with confidence.

Check-in - minimising contact at reception and providing hand sanitiser in most public areas for peace of mind. 

Bed linen and towels - laundering all our linen and towels at over 60°C to thermally disinfect them, so you can enjoy a great night’s sleep. We’ve also placed spare pillows in a zip-up bag, for extra peace of mind.

Equipping our teams - providing our team members with all the equipment and sanitisers they need, as well as always operating in the safest way possible for our teams and guests.

A generous serving of safety - you can relax knowing that enhanced cleaning measures are in place throughout our restaurants. Tables are cleaned between visits and contactless payment is in place too, so you can dine safely and comfortably with us every time.

Clean on request - if you'd like your room cleaned during your stay with us, just let us know at reception and use the handy door hanger on the back of your door by 12pm each day.

Most Premier Inns have specially-adapted rooms allowing easier access for customers with disabilities. If there is no specially-adapted room available at the hotel of your choice, we will be happy to offer you alternative accommodation at a nearby Premier Inn. If you have difficulty walking, but do not need a specially-adapted room, please feel free to request a room near reception on the ground floor for easy access. 

If you'd like get in touch, you can reach out to our specialist team via email at pi.accessible@whitbread.com or call us on 0333 0919 817 between 9am and 5pm Monday-Friday (calls charged at local rate).

Unfortunately, with the exception of trained assistance dogs, we don't allow pets to stay at our hotels.