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The Wight

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star guest house with 2 indoor pools

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Photo gallery for The Wight

An indoor swimming pool with a safety sign, lifebuoy, and a mural of a coastal scene.
Interior
A hot tub with a tiled surround and a colorful mural in the background.
A bar area with a counter, shelves of bottles, and a neon sign.
A banquet hall with tables set for a formal event, a bar area with a brick wall, and a decorative window with red lights.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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11 Avenue Road, Sandown, England, PO36 8BN
  • Place, Sandown Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Yaverland Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Isle of Wight Zoo
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪101 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single Room

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A neatly made bed with a quilt, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted safe, and a red chair.

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a door.

Standard Twin Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room (Small)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Double Room (Small)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Twin Room (Small)

A hotel room with two beds, a red chair, a coffee maker, and a painting on the wall.

Twin Room (Small)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room (Treble Large)

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Room (Treble Large)

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room (Four Poster)

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a nightstand, a mirror, and a chair in a hotel room.

Double Room (Four Poster)

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room (Treble)

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a nightstand, a chair, a window with curtains, and abstract wall art.

Room (Treble)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Family Quadruple Room

  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Suite

A bedroom with a wooden wardrobe, a bed with a quilt, and a sunset painting on the wall.

Family Suite

  • 377 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Large Twin Bed, 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Family Room with Shower

Standard Family Room with Shower | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

Standard Family Room with Shower

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Room (with Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Room (with Bathtub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Sandown

Close to the beach.At this guesthouse, you'll be steps from Sandown Beach and within a 10-minute walk of Yaverland Beach. Sandown Pier and Dinosaur Isle are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sandown Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Yaverland Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sandown Pier - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Dinosaur Isle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Isle of Wight Zoo - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sandown Station - 13 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Castle Inn - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Bubble - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fat Harry's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Sailor - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bellamys Bistro - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Wight

Family-friendly 4-star guest house with 2 indoor pools
The Wight offers its guests 2 indoor swimming pools, a hot tub, a sauna, and a children's pool. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. A library, a terrace, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly The Wight. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Sandown guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
The Wight offers 41 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 07 and February 14.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 5.0 per night.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 5.0 per night

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, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Wight House Sandown
Wight Guesthouse Sandown
Wight Guesthouse
Wight Sandown
The Wight Sandown
The Wight Guesthouse
The Wight Guesthouse Sandown

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Wight to the airport?

The Wight is 37.3 mi (109-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Wight have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Wight.

How close is The Wight to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 3-minute walk from Sandown Beach and 7-minute walk from Yaverland Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Wight offer free breakfast?

The Wight offers free full breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Wight?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Wight?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Wight?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does The Wight have a pool?

The Wight features 2 indoor pools and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM.

Does The Wight have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Wight to downtown Sandown?

The Wight is 0.2 mi away from Sandown.

The Wight Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 179 out of 390 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 390 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 390 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 390 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 390 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louisther

Everything was spot on and staff were very helpful will definitely visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was smart clean and tidy, the swimming pool was great. Breakfast was tasty overall very impressed.
Twin room
Breakfast room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff were amazing. Hotel very tired and basic
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the breakfast options, all freshly cooked abd lots of choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely homely stay

Really nice stay, staff were great, homely feel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Liked: Amenities
Good location and comfortable bed excellent rest Good breakfast every morning
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I had a fantastic time,the staff were helpful,friendly,good location to get about to the attractions,thank you for making me feel welcome
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel ,facilities, staff , food and everything about our stay here was brilliant. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yusuf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly specially the breakfast was really good parking around property was peaceful like to go agian
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent in every way. Brilliant breakfast menu, Staff friendly and not intrusive. Fabulous swimming pool and great location. Will certainly be going back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

penelope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was wonderful and service was good
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, very convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay .... i needed some space for some personal issues, staff brilliant ... pool, jacuzzi, steam room unexpected bonus ..... Sandown ideal place to reflect and readjust
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

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

I would stay here again.

Oh I would definitely stay here again. Lovely room, lovely breakfast, lovely warm pool and nice friendly people and very near the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Amenities
Staff were amazing and nothing at all was too much for any of them.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Akshay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Walking distance from Sandown beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

DAVID

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most pathetic shower I have ever experienced
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

H

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

Very friendly, clean hotel

A really nice little friendly hotel. Staff are really friendly and helpful. Hotel is nice and clean and comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

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

Great hotel for families

It's a great place for a short stay with family. The pool is a plus. There is a good breakfast and great service. With your car, you can get to any other place on the island in a reasonable time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Good friendly hotel

Extremely friendly staff. They do everything to make your stay a happy experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good place to rest my head at the end of a busy day working, staff were friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

We had a great stay.

Our stay was great. It was only for one night, but we found the staff very friendly and helpful. The room was lovely, and very clean. We thoroughly enjoyed it, and plan to return in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Joffre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Great hotel

Wonderful staff so polite and helpful and do clean can’t fault it perfect 👏👏
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022