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Prince of Wales

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bar (on property)
Interior
Exterior
Balcony

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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York Avenue, East Cowes, England, PO32 6JT
  • Place, Osborne House
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, East Cowes Ferry Terminal
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Harbour
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

East Cowes

Close to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the inn, you'll find Osborne House and Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. East Cowes Ferry Terminal and Cowes Harbour are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Osborne House - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • East Cowes Ferry Terminal - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Cowes Harbour - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Seaclose Park - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Fishbourne Car And Passenger Terminal - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Ryde St John's Road Station - 12 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duke of York - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Anchor Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Coast Bar & Dining Room - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Folly Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Artisan Cafe - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Prince of Wales

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star East Cowes inn
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Prince of Wales also features a garden, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star East Cowes inn is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Prince of Wales offers 9 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. 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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Prince Wales B&B East Cowes
Prince Wales East Cowes
Prince Wales Inn East Cowes
Prince of Wales Inn
Prince of Wales East Cowes
Prince of Wales Inn East Cowes

Frequently asked questions

How close is Prince of Wales to the airport?

Prince of Wales is 18.1 mi (90-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Prince of Wales?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Prince of Wales on Oct 13, 2025 start from $140.07, excluding 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 Prince of Wales have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Prince of Wales.

How close is Prince of Wales to the beach?

This inn is 4.7 mi (18-min drive) from Woodside Beach and 7.3 mi (24-min drive) from Ryde Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Prince of Wales offer free breakfast?

Prince of Wales offers free English breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Prince of Wales?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at Prince of Wales?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Prince of Wales?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does Prince of Wales have a pool?

Prince of Wales does not have a pool.

Does Prince of Wales have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is Prince of Wales to downtown East Cowes?

Prince of Wales is 0.8 mi away from East Cowes.

Prince of Wales Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 130 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

suzie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were very well looked after by our hosts and could see their passion in ensuring that everything was done to ensure an excellent stay. Food was excellent and the chef has a real skill putting together a comprehensive menu.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yasu

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I booked two rooms but there was confusion and only one room was booked and they gave us the last room. Our stay was good. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Staff were very polite and friendly. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

More than adequate !

Spent a couple of nights at the prince of Wales for a wedding , really can’t complain about anything . Staff are lovely , room was spotless , nice new fresh bedding , comfortable pillows and bed . Breakfast was delicious . Good value for money . The building is not the most attractive and certainly not luxurious but more than adequate in every way .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry, Halifax

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Prince of Wales is immediately opposite the entrance to Osborne House, which was the purpose of our visit. Also very close to East Cowes ferry terminal. Very helpful and welcoming staff, and a good menu for dinner. Only negative was rather loud live music, but being Saturday night that wasn't too surprising, Overall very happy with this place, and would happily return.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found the Prince of Wales exceptionally well presented the rooms were very clean. Food excellent highly recommend . The staff were very friendly and accommodating nothing was too much trouble . The ambiance was very convivial. We would definitely stay again .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walt, grimsby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were very friendly and helpful check-in was easy the room was spotlessly clean and the beds comfortable the breakfast was top notch we will definitely stay again
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

convenient for Osborne House visit

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry, Halifax

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean comfy rooms. Nice pub and good food. Breakfast was really good. Ideally loacated. Il stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location next to Osborne House. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kirtiben

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall good stay and good experience..staff was really helpful. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it. The staff and licals were so friendly. The breakfast chef was deserves a special mention. Very handy for osborne house which was the main reason along with our annual keyes family forum were the main reasons for visitong. Especially poignant as my jusband was due to arrange this years get together. And this was his idea. Unfortunatley he died before he coukd achieve this so i stepped in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Nice hotel, overcharged and not refunded

Nice hotel, nice rooms, great food portions and good quality. However, we paid for 3 superior king rooms, were told on arrival they only have 1 avaliable, but 2 regular rooms, fine, accidents happen. We were told they will check if they can refund the difference between the 2 rooms we were downgraddled on, never received a call back. Spoke to hotels.com directly, they contacted the hotel who told them we "did receive 3 Superior king rooms". So, despite having used hotels.com for years with no real negative occurences, this one was definitely a first, being left out of pocket and then essentially called a liar, excellent customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

Great place to stay

Bed comfortable, staff were amazing, couldn’t do enough for us and breakfast was one of the best I have had for a long time. Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Huw

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room & en-suite bit small for 2 adults but in fairness I booked a standard room
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I really enjoyed my stay here. The room was very comfortable and the staff there were really accommodating. The breakfast was really good too. Definitely would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I read the reviews of this hotel after booking and was a bit apprehensive but this hotel is clearly under new management. Staff so helpful and friendly breakfast was really tasty with fresh locally sources produce and I had the mixed grill in the evening (my go to meal), AMAZING! If I ever visit the IoW again I would happily stay at the Prince of Wales.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Victoria

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Literally across the street from the Osborne House. The rooms are named after the children of Queen Victoria, which was fun. Pub has good food both for the breakfast and other meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Raymond

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024