About this property

With beautiful sea views from the esplanade in Cowes, The Woodvale provides stylish accommodations on the Isle of Wight’s northern coast. With a bar and restaurant offering fine dining, this hotel serves a full English breakfast and provides free Wi-Fi. Each room has an en suite bath or shower, with hairdryer and complementary toiletries. There is a flat-screen TV, iPod dock and tea and coffee facilities in all rooms at The Woodvale. A traditional English breakfast is served in the Solent Suite restaurant each morning. There is an extensive dinner menu and wine list, and an outdoor terrace with barbecue offers al fresco dining in warmer months. The Woodvale is a 7-minute drive from Cowes Maritime Museum, and Queen Victoria’s former home, Osborne House, is just across the River Medina. Newport, the island’s largest town, is a 12-minute drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
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1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Philip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We very much enjoyed our holiday stay in this pleasant hotel which is in a great location just outside Cowes and a few yards from a nice beach. The room was comfortable and well presented with views over the Solent. Breakfast was excellent, and we...
  • Anthony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location perfect . Quiet . Easy to visit Island's attractions. Staff all very welcoming . Excellent breakfast choice.
  • George
    United States United States
    The hotel is well situated overlooking the Solent and its spectacular sunsets. The garden terrace area overlooking the Solent has been expanded since I was last there and is now almost tripled in size. The food menu has also been expanded and is...
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Brilliant views as overlooked the Solent. Very friendly and helpful staff. I think the price was on the high side. We stayed in similar accommodation on the Island for £50 less over two nights.
  • Russell
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    breakfast was great - nice bacon - view from bedroom was lovely
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location, breakfast, cleanliness, staff, all amazing!
  • Catherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fabulous setting by the sea with plenty of outdoor seating and great view from the bar. Great atmosphere in the bar, very busy today. However, rooms were high up, so there was no noise from downstairs. Large bathroom with powerful shower and bath....
  • Louise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were very friendly and helpful. The location is fantastic and just a short walk to Cowes.
  • Charlotte
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely views, friendly and helpful staff, convenient restaurant/bar.
  • Sylvia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was excellent, service very quick and staff very friendly.

Host Info

Company review score: 9.4Based on 362 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Situated in the picturesque village of Gurnard overlooking The Solent, The Woodvale offers a large traditional bar, a function room and extensive gardens featuring a stepped terrace. Close to the yachting haven of Cowes, it is the perfect viewpoint to watch all the sailing regattas including Cowes Week and the Round the Island Race. The bar & restaurant offers quality dining throughout the day and offers al fresco dining in the warmer months. Ideally located to visit many of the Islands attractions.

Property info

There are extensive lunch & dinner menus and a great wine list, an outdoor terrace & garden offers al fresco dining in the warmer months. The Woodvale is a 7-minute drive from Cowes Maritime Museum, and Queen Victoria’s former home, Osborne House, is just across the River Medina. Newport, the island’s largest town, is a 12-minute drive away.

Neighborhood info

With beautiful sea views from the esplanade in Cowes, The Woodvale provides stylish accommodation on the Isle of Wight’s northern coast. In a peaceful setting you will be conveniently located to visit the islands local attractions & beaches. The Woodvale is a 7-minute drive from Cowes Maritime Museum and Queen Victoria’s former home, Osborne House, is just across the River Medina. Newport, the island’s largest town, is a 12-minute drive away. The Needles & Freshwater bay are a 30 minute drive

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

The Woodvale takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
Until 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per child, per night
Crib upon request
£10 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.