Hotels and B&B's near Sailing Regatta
Leeward House B&B
PO13 9HP , Gosport, 18 Russell Road, Gosport
Just a 5-minute walk from the beach, Leeward House B&B features bright rooms. Full English breakfasts are served, and Lee-on-the-Solent’s town centre is a 5-minute walk away. Free parking is available on-site. The double, family... read more
235 reviews 9.5
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
398 reviews 8.2
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
224 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
113 reviews 9.7
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
124 reviews 8.7
Ward Avenue B&B
PO318AY, Cowes, 24 Ward Avenue
Ward Avenue B&B is just 5 minutes’ walk from Cowes High Street and its port, where ferries leave for Southampton. This charming guest house offers attractive rooms and a full English breakfast. The bright rooms... read more
330 reviews 9.4
The Woodvale
PO31 8LE, Cowes, 1 Princes Esplanade
With beautiful sea views from the esplanade in Cowes, The Woodvale provides stylish accommodation on the Isle of Wight’s northern coast. With a bar and restaurant offering fine dining, this hotel serves a full English... read more
164 reviews 9
Theatre House Apartment 2
PO31 7HY, Cowes, 32A Sun Hill, Cowes
Theatre House Apartment 2 offers a self-catering, 3-bedroom property located in Cowes' old town, on the Isle of Wight. Free WiFi is accessible throughout. Formerly a theatre, the property consists of 1 double en-suite room,... read more
28 reviews 8.5
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
178 reviews 9.4
Cliffhanger 18 Castle Road
PO31 7QZ, Cowes, Cliffhanger 18 Castle Road Cowes Isle of Wight
Boasting sea views, Cliffhanger 18 Castle Road features accommodation with a patio, around 15 km from Osborne House. This holiday home features a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. The holiday home... read more
20 reviews 9.9
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
668 reviews 7.5
Ivy Hall
PO33 4HS, Wootton Bridge, Mill Square, Isle of Wight
Ivy Hall is located in Wootton Bridge on the Isle of Wight. Free WiFi access is available. There is also an electric kettle. The private bathroom also comes with a shower. Extras include bed linen... read more
136 reviews 9.4
Waverley Inn
PO30 1PA, Newport, 2, Clatterford Road, Carisbrooke, Newport , Isle of wight
Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Waverley Inn is a Victorian era pub build around 1886 which offers pet-friendly accommodation 10-15 minutes' walk from Newport. Free private parking is available on site. The rooms come... read more
290 reviews 8.4
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
111 reviews 9.2
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
80 reviews 7.6
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
215 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
259 reviews 8.7
Avon Manor Guest House
PO13 9AS, Lee-on-the-Solent, 12 south place, lee-on-solent lee-on-solent
Avon Manor Guest House is a 3-star property situated in Lee-on-the-Solent. This property features both free WiFi and private parking free of charge. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower, a hairdryer and free... read more
85 reviews 9.2
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
243 reviews 8.5
Solent View
SO31 9FY, Warsash, 33-35 Newtown Road Warsash
Solent View is situated in Warsash. The accommodation is 26 km from Winchester. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the homestay. Southampton is 11 km from Solent View, while Portsmouth is 24 km... read more
12 reviews 8.9
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 2020 Cowes Week is being held from August 8th to August 15th, 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.