Hotels and B&B's near Sailing Regatta
Master Builder's House Hotel
SO42 7XB, Beaulieu, Bucklers Hard
Set on the banks of the Beaulieu River within New Forest National Park, this hotel offers an AA Rosette restaurant and luxurious rooms, just 10 minutes’ drive from Beaulieu Palace. Individually designed with original historic... read more
722 reviews 8
Fountain Inn by Greene King Inns
PO31 7AW, Cowes, High Street
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... read more
643 reviews 7.4
The Union Inn
PO31 7QH, Cowes, Watchouse Lane
The Union Inn is the oldest pub in Cowes, offering individually styled boutique rooms just a 5-minute walk from the bustling marina. It has a bar and a restaurant serving traditional home-cooked food. With a... read more
467 reviews 7.7
Onefifty
PO31 7NE, Cowes, 150 Park Road
In the seaside town of Cowes, on the Isle of Wight, this B&B offers free Wi-Fi and free parking on site. With a conservatory breakfast room and a terraced garden, it is a 10-minute drive... read more
258 reviews 9.7
The Caledon Guest House
PO31 7EG, Cowes, 59 Mill Hill Road
Situated in Cowes on the Isle of Wight, The Caledon Guest House boasts free Wi-Fi and free private parking. This family run Victorian house is just 5 minutes’ walk from the bustling town centre. The... read more
131 reviews 9.5
Walcot House
SO45 1ED, Fawley, Blackfield Road
Just outside the New Forest National Park, the family-run Walcot House offers stylish bed and breakfast accommodation around 2 miles from the Hampshire coast. With a 4-star rating from Visit England, this guest house has... read more
164 reviews 8.5
BEST WESTERN New Holmwood Hotel
PO31 8BW, Cowes, 65 Queen's Road
Set in Cowes, Isle of Wight region, BEST WESTERN New Holmwood Hotel is situated 3.5 km from Osborne House.
475 reviews 8.7
Prince of Wales
PO32 6JT, East Cowes, York Avenue, East Cowes
In East Cowes on the Isle of Wight, the Prince of Wales is opposite Osborne House, the former home of Queen Victoria. A 3-minute drive from the ferry terminal linking the island to the UK... read more
299 reviews 7.5
Gray's Inn
PO31 7TW, Cowes, Union Road
Situated 2 minutes’ walk from the ferry terminal, high street and local pubs & restaurants, Gray’s Inn features free WiFi throughout and offers en-suite rooms. Each room at Gray’s Inn features a nautical theme and... read more
227 reviews 9.2
Calverts Hotel - Newport Isle of Wight
PO30 5BA, Newport, Quay Street, Isle of Wight
Built in 1732, Calverts Hotel - Newport Isle of Wight is located in central Newport on the Isle of Wight, just a 1-minute walk from the High Street. All rooms have a TV, wardrobe and... read more
390 reviews 6.7
The Wheatsheaf Hotel
PO30 1SG, Newport, 16 Saint Thomas Square, Newport
Originally a coaching inn dating back to the 17th century, The Wheatsheaf Hotel is situated in the centre of Newport on the Isle Of Wight. It boasts original features and a traditional dining experience for... read more
756 reviews 7.1
Albert Cottage Hotel
PO32 6BD, East Cowes, York Avenue East Cowes
Located in East Cowes, Albert Cottage Hotel provides free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a restaurant, a bar and a shared lounge. The country house offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a... read more
193 reviews 8.4
Beech Road
PO30 2AH, Newport, 15 Beech Road, Isle of Wight
Located in Newport, 3.2 km from Carisbrooke Castle, Beech Road provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a garden. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. At... read more
77 reviews 8.2
Old Church House
PO30 5DB, Newport, 46 Crocker Street
Located in Newport in the Isle of Wight region, with Carisbrooke Castle nearby, Old Church House provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental... read more
173 reviews 9
Watch House Barn
PO31 7RH, Cowes, 31 Bath Road
The Watch House Barn, located in Cowes, on the Isle of Wight, features a restaurant with a working model railway. There is free WiFi available throughout. Osborne House is just 2 miles away. All rooms... read more
107 reviews 6.9
Halcyone Villa
PO31 7JP, Cowes, Grove Road
Halcyone Villa offers pet-friendly accommodation in Cowes (Isle of Wight). All rooms have a flat-screen TV. Halcyone Villa features free WiFi throughout the property. You will find a shared kitchen at the property. Southampton Airport... read more
358 reviews 9.1
One Holyrood
PO30 5AU, Newport, 1-2 One Holyrood street, Isle of Wight
Situated in Newport, within 1.5 km of Carisbrooke Castle and 7 km of Osborne House, One Holyrood offers accommodation with a garden, free WiFi. Featuring a shared lounge, this property also offers guests breakfast, brunch... read more
368 reviews 8.7
Charter House
PO30 1SL, Newport, 14A Saint Thomas' Square
Set in Newport and with Carisbrooke Castle reachable within 2.5 km, Charter House offers express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. Featuring family rooms, this property... read more
379 reviews 8
The Anchor Inn
PO31 7SA, Cowes, The Anchor 1-3 High Street
Set in Cowes, 15 km from Osborne House, The Anchor Inn has a restaurant, a bar and a garden, as well as free WiFi. All guest rooms in the inn are fitted with a TV.... read more
242 reviews 8
21 Solent Village Porchfield
PO31 8NJ, Porchfield, 21 solent village thorness bay caravan park Thorness lane, cowes
With garden views, 21 Solent Village Porchfield is situated in Porchfield and has a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk, bar, garden, children's playground and sun terrace. Both WiFi and private parking are accessible at the... read more
68 reviews 8.6
The Stag
PO30 5TW, Northwood, 2 Cowes Road
The Stag features a restaurant, bar, a shared lounge and garden in Northwood. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Free private parking is available and the hotel also offers car... read more
90 reviews 8.8
Solent View
SO31 9FY, Warsash, 33-35 Newtown Road Warsash
Solent View is situated in Warsash. The accommodation is 26 km from Winchester. Towels and bed linen are available. Southampton is 11 km from the homestay, while Portsmouth is 24 km from the property. The... read more
57 reviews 8.5
Chez Fifi
SO45 2PP, Fawley, 15 Studley Avenue
Featuring a garden, Chez Fifi is located in Fawley, within 5 km of Calshot Castle. The homestay offers a TV and a shared bathroom with a hairdryer, free toiletries and shower. A fridge and kettle... read more
5 reviews 9.4
Cosy detached Toll Cottage with spacious garden
PO30 1DS, Carisbrooke, 97 Castle Road
Cosy detached Toll Cottage with spacious garden is located in Carisbrooke and offers water sports facilities and a terrace. The property features garden views and is 11 km from Ryde. This holiday home is equipped... read more
1 reviews 9
Gorgeous Chalet With Private Secluded Hot tub
PO32 6BE, East Cowes, 184 York Avenue
Located in East Cowes in the Isle of Wight region, Gorgeous Chalet With Private Secluded Hot tub features a patio and garden views. The property is 15 km from Shanklin and free private parking is... read more
0 reviews 0
Coach House Maisonette
PO31 8BN, West Cowes, 2 Cliff Road
Coach House Maisonette is situated in West Cowes. The property is 18 km from Shanklin, and complimentary private parking is offered. The holiday home features a flat-screen TV and 1 bedroom. The accommodation is fitted... read more
0 reviews 0
Events are easy to see from the shore
The Isle of Wight takes on a festival like atmosphere over the week, as it welcomes not only the boating crews and support staff but also up to 100,000 spectators eager to see the best in British boating competing for glory. The racing takes place in the Solent (the strait between England and the Isle of Wight) which is known for it’s tricky and challenging strong double tides, and this allows the sailors to showcase their technical skills while battling the elements.
The majority of events are easy to see from the shore, which makes it a great event for families to attend as it is quite affordable. The pleasant weather makes it easy to pack a picnic and enjoy some The event attracts people from all walks of life, from royalty and celebrities through to the everyday yachting enthusiast. It’s a fun time to indulge in a bit of people spotting as well as watching the races! There are a variety of corporate tents set up and the festivities end with a spectacular fireworks show.
Places to Stay Isle of Wight
As you can imagine with all of these visitors, the limited accommodation on the Isle of Wight quickly becomes occupied so you need to plan ahead if you want to stay for a few nights. The party atmosphere extends long into the night, so while you can come for a day trip, it’s awesome to be able to stay longer and enjoy the chance to rub shoulders with the boat crews and other boating fans.
There are some beautiful historical hotels that you can stay at, as well as a range of bed and breakfasts that are eager t give visitors a real taste of Isle of Wight life. Some cheaper options include the caravan parks and campsites which are popular with families and bargain hunters. There is also a range of places to eat from affordable fish and chip shops to the highs of fine dining in some of the more sophisticated restaurants.
Many of accommodation venues on the Isle also offer pet-friendly accommodation, so this can be a great chance to share a break with your beloved pooch or adventurous kitty!
If you have been meaning to visit the Isle of Wight, Cowes Week is a perfect time to see the island at it’s best and get to witness professional sportspeople performing amazing tasks in their sport.We can offer you the cheapest rates for budget rooms beside Cowes Week races on the Isle of Wight. Accommodations can be found in Cowes, or nearby in Shanklin, Sandown, Ryde and Newport.
One of the nearest accommodations is the Union Inn. The Union Inn is the oldest pub in Cowes, offering individually styled boutique rooms just a 5-minute walk from the bustling marina. The ferry terminal is only 200 metres away, whilst many of the historic yacht clubs are also within a few minutes’ walk. Charming shops, pubs and restaurants surround the Inn.
Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week is traditionally held during the week beginning on the first Saturday after the last Tuesday in July.
In 2022 Cowes Week is being held from July 30th to August 06th, and is held on the area of water between southern England and the Isle of Wight.
Location of Cowes Week
The Races are held in Cowes, a town on the Isle of Wight.
Ferries to Cowes Week
Ferries to and from the island to Southampton port and the harbour of Lymington. From Southampton there are car ferries to East Cowes and Red Jet fast passenger ferries to Cowes. A Blue Funnel passenger service runs from Lymington throughout Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week.
Nearest International Airports ?
The nearest international airports are Southampton and Bournemouth Hurn Airport. All of the London airports are within easy reach by taxi car or train.
What to do and see
Osborne House (East Cowes, PO32 6JX, England): former home of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. Worth a visit plenty to keep adults and children interested and it has lots of free parking space.
Sir Max Aitken Museum (83 High Street, Cowes, England): museum showcasing a collection of interesting marine items and paintings.
Isle of Wight Military History Museum (490 Newport Road, Cowes PO31 8QU, England): military museum displaying tanks of all shapes and sizes.
St Mildred’s Church (Beatrice Avenue, Whippingham, England): small church close to Osbourne House.
The Classic Boat Museum (Albany Road, East Cowes PO32 6AA, England): museum close by the East Cowes Red Funnel Ferry terminal. Worthwhile if you like historic boats.