About this property

The Fountain Inn overlooks the River Medina and has harbour views from its al fresco dining area. It offers free Wi-Fi, a good breakfast and live music on most Friday and Saturday nights. Located in West Cowes, only a step off the ferry terminal, the Fountain is also just one mile to Cowes’ seafront. The third President of the United States, Thomas Jefferson, stayed at the inn with his entourage after a state visit in 1789. The restaurant offers a wide selection of freshly prepared traditional favourites and the traditional bar offers some light, tasty snacks and meals. All bedrooms at the Fountain Inn are decorated in warm tones and have an en suite bathroom. They also feature a flat-screen TV, a hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Some have sea views.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Greene King's Pubs & Hotels
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Cowes, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sally
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Brilliant location. Great service and good breakfast.
  • Ade
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was absolutely perfect, it's literally outside the Red Jet service and a 5-mins walk from the project we're working on. The rooms and breakfast are great, and the staff couldn't have been more helpful, so we'll be looking to utilise...
  • Colin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location by the ferry terminal, spacious room, excellent breakfast and friendly staff.
  • Carole
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We loved the room, location and staff were all first class
  • Ben_oreilly
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location n town. Very close to the ferry terminal.
  • Adrian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfasts were exceptional, really good selection for everyone. The managers/ staff were all very friendly and helpful, even going to the trouble of returning some papers I had left in my room to my home address with a personal note .
  • Elizabeth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very convenient for arriving off the passenger ferry. Staff were super helpful.
  • Philip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    warm friendly welcome, room had an excellent view and was clean and comfortable. breakfast was very good and staff were very helpful and friendly. the location was superb.
  • Jeff
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location.. food was lovely… rooms spacious and homely… but the real plus was Andy and the team… we stayed for a long weekend and were made really welcomed… thank you
  • Debra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything, staff amazing, food excellent, so relaxed and friendly what an amazing weekend we had. Chefs and staff plus management all amazing such a friendly family atmosphere ❤️

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British • European
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This hotel does not have a car park, however parking is available in the town.

Please note that full payment is taken at the time of booking.