Experience the charm of Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns, an inn nestled by the sea. Enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast, unwind at the bar, or take in views from the terrace with helpful staff nearby to ensure a relaxing stay.
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 143 min drive
West Cowes Ferry Station - 1 min walk
Smallbrook Junction Station - 18 min drive
Ryde St John's Road Station - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Duke of York - 5 min walk
The Fountain Inn - 1 min walk
Anchor Inn - 2 min walk
Comicoffee - 1 min walk
Cowes Ale House - 3 min walk
About this property
Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns
When visiting Cowes, Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns is a great choice to consider. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
20 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Facilities
Terrace
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
3 stairs to reach property
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 10 per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
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Fountain Hotel Isle Wight Cowes
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Frequently asked questions
Does Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Are there restaurants at or near Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers British cuisine.
What's the area around Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns like?
Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns is a short 1-minute walk from West Cowes Ferry Station and 8 minutes' walk from Cowes Harbour.
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Reviews
Fountain Hotel Isle of Wight by Greene King Inns Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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7.8
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
8.8
Staff & service
7.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with excellent service, good variety, and impressive options. (14 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2026
Great stay, lovely little room. Very good value for money! Great location and the restaurant below is also really good.
Sarvjeet
Sarvjeet, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 15, 2026
Room was clean staff was friendly
Fethi
Fethi, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 8, 2026
Lovely hotel, nice staff, great location. Room compact but nice view and very good value for money.
Ali
Ali, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 9, 2026
Staff was very courteous and welcoming :)
Christian
Christian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2026
Room and bathroom a bit small but clean and pleasant. Good towels, plenty of hot water.
Fantastic breakfast. Excellent coffee.
NICK
NICK, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2026
Hosts were excellent, breakfast great. good value for money
Samantha
Samantha, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 7, 2026
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.
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2025
Room , breakfast and a good spot to stay in Cowes
Duncan
Duncan, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 19, 2025
Nice small hotel, coveniently located. Friendly staff.
Ray
Ray, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2025
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.
Vicki
Vicki, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Absolutely wonderful hospitality from all the staff, a cosy room and a cracking breakfast - loved staying here!
Caroline
Caroline, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 15, 2025
Authentic historic property with a great pub and excellent food. Reasonable prices and a great location adjacent to the Red Jet Fast ferry.
Gary
Gary, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2024
Great place and location
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 10, 2025
Room was looking tired. Ok for the money. Great location.
Martin
Martin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2024
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
Ann
Ann, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2025
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.
Vicki
Vicki, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
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.
Timo
Timo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2024
Lovely place and people
Conor
Conor, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 1, 2024
Good location. Reception staff were very friendly.
Brendan
Brendan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 13, 2025
Anther friendly stay at the fountain the food is good at the fountain so we tea there after work breakfast is excellent you’re need to go a long way to bet the breakfast the owners are great and the staff are nice and friendly
Duncan
Duncan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
Friendly staff
Fitzroy
Fitzroy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2024
Staff and service was excellent. Very friendly and engaging. Excellent breakfast and food generally. Great beer garden overlooking harbour.
Anthony
Anthony, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 30, 2025
Very clean but tired. The sanitary ware in the bathroom was cracked with ingrain stains in the bath and toilet.
Breakfast was good with plenty of choice and all staff in the hotel were helpful and friendly
Kerry
Kerry, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 27, 2023
Property looked historic with some areas a little tired. Breakfast was fantastic and staff were very warm and welcoming 👍
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 8, 2024
Very friendly staff
Enormous room so much room
A little dated but clean,
Bathroom could do with renovation but again very clean , a plug nearer the mirror would again help