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Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Cowes inn

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Dock
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Single Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Dock

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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High Street, Cowes, England, PO31 7AW
  • Place, Island Sailing Club
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal London Yacht Club
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Harbour
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪93 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Cowes

Seaside stay .Your stay at this inn will put you steps from RedJet Ferry Terminal and a 5-minute walk from Royal London Yacht Club. Also, Cowes Harbour is within half a mile (1 km) and East Cowes Ferry Terminal is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cowes Yacht Haven - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Island Sailing Club - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal London Yacht Club - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cowes Harbour - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cowes Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • West Cowes Ferry Station - 1 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duke of York - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Anchor Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Fountain Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Comicoffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cowes Ale House - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Cowes inn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns.

This 3-star Cowes inn is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns offers 20 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Satellite television is provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Cowes inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 12 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, debit cards, cash, and mobile payments. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns to the airport?

Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns is 38 mi (116-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns?

As of Jun 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns on Jun 28, 2026 start from $96, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns.

How close is Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns to the beach?

This inn is 10 mi (35-min drive) from Woodside Beach and 10.9 mi (38-min drive) from East Cowes Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns?

Free parking is not available at this inn.

Does Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns have a pool?

Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns does not have a pool.

Does Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns to downtown Cowes?

Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns is 0.1 mi away from Cowes.

Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 317 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 317 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 317 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 317 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 317 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff so helpful and great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, nice staff, great location. Room compact but nice view and very good value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic staff, fantastic property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff was very courteous and welcoming :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hosts were excellent, breakfast great. good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay....bedroom clean and quiet. Staff friendly and efficient. Looking forward to my next stay....
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room , breakfast and a good spot to stay in Cowes
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room and comfy bed. Excellent location in Cowes with good menu and great breakfast. Very friendly staff, helpful with information about the Island. No parking but located next to the Red Jet terminal.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice small hotel, coveniently located. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely wonderful hospitality from all the staff, a cosy room and a cracking breakfast - loved staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed many times with family. We always return when visiting Cowes. Great atmosphere, the staff are really friendly, welcoming and helpful. Rooms are always so clean. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff very good, and friendly. Food good. Hotel in need of refurb, looking dated inside and room sadly wasn't very clean. I was only staying for 1 night, so didn't want to ask to change rooms and bed was clean. Shame, as this was the only thing that let the place down.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Verna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast was very good
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Anther good stay and peaceful stay great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Authentic historic property with a great pub and excellent food. Reasonable prices and a great location adjacent to the Red Jet Fast ferry.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place and location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Went with family for a wedding had a fantastic time, the staff made us feel very welcome, ideal spot for the ferry, breakfast was fab,would definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Martin

Room was looking tired. Ok for the money. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Had a nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cowes break

Fabulous stay as always. The staff are friendly and accomadating. Hotel is in prime position in Cowes. As a family we are very fond of this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great, being in the heart of Cowes. Friendly staff and very good breakfast service.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and very friendly staff. Good value for money - would book again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Excellent

Very good staff friendly and welcoming Rooms are comfortable albeit slightly tired, could do with paint & new carpets But 5* overall and breakfast excellent served by a great RLNI gent !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just lovely staff

Even though the hotel was not brand new, the service, and especially the staff characteristics were soooo good, that will definitely stay there the next time at the Isle of Wight.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place and people
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024