The Wight

4.0 star property
Family-friendly guesthouse in Sandown with 2 indoor pools and 2 bars/lounges

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At The Wight, indulge in a full breakfast and unwind with free WiFi. Discover the perfect blend of relaxation and fun with a sauna, steam room, indoor pool, children's pool, playground. Guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 indoor pools
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Why we love this property

Water wonderland
Splash into the indoor pool as little ones enjoy the children's pool. After a fun day, unwind and soothe those muscles in the hot tub.
Culinary options galore
Free full breakfast kicks off each day. British cuisine awaits at the restaurant, and two bars offer perfect spots for evening refreshment.

Room options

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Standard Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room (Small)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room (Small)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Room (Treble Large)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room (Four Poster)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room (Treble)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Suite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Large Twin Bed, 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

Standard Family Room with Shower

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
11 Avenue Road, Sandown, England, PO36 8BN

What's nearby

  • Sandown Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sandown Pier - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dinosaur Isle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Isle of Wight Zoo - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Shanklin Beach - 6 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Southampton (SOU) - 109 min drive
  • Sandown Brading Station - 4 min drive
  • Sandown Station - 13 min walk
  • Lake Station - 26 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Reef - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Castle Inn - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Caulkheads Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fat Harry's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Cafe - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Wight

Located near a train station, The Wight is a great choice for a stay in Sandown. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Other highlights include 2 indoor pools, a sauna, and a steam room. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 41 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 10:00 AM
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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
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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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Pets

    • Pets stay free
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Table tennis
  • Beach nearby
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • 2 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 07 and February 14.

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 5.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

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

Is The Wight currently open?

The property is closed between December 07 and February 14.

Does The Wight offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Wight 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.

Is there a pool at The Wight?

Yes, there are 2 indoor pools and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Wight?

Yes, pets stay free. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The Wight?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Wight?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Wight and nearby?

The Wight has 2 indoor pools, 2 bars, and a sauna, as well as a steam room, an arcade, and a garden.

What's the area around The Wight like?

The Wight is a short 3-minute walk from Sandown Beach and 11 minutes' walk from Isle of Wight Zoo.

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Reviews

The Wight Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was excellent with a great choice and table service. (23 reviews)
  • The pool was clean, warm, and well-maintained, with great opening times and a good length, making it a fantastic addition to the property. (12 reviews)
  • The property offers a large and convenient car park with easy parking. (4 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Bar
Steam room
Public sauna

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent in every way. Brilliant breakfast menu, Staff friendly and not intrusive. Fabulous swimming pool and great location. Will certainly be going back.
richard, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Tracey, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Wight Holiday

Our stay at the Wight Hotel in Sandown was absolutely brilliant. Full Monty breakfast was first class. The staff were great - nothing was too much trouble for them; so friendly and helpful. we were made to feel very welcome and soon made ourselves at home enjoying the friendly Wight atmosphere and all the services which were available. some great nights in the bar with the entertainment. The hotel is located close to all the amenities and bus stops. what more could you want for a great holiday in a great hotel.
Barrie, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

Breakfast was wonderful and service was good
penelope, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good friendly hotel

Extremely friendly staff. They do everything to make your stay a happy experience.
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Christine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Unfortunately due to illness, I was unable to journey to The Sight. I attempted three times to contact Hotels.com via their support email address to explain the situation but never received a reply. When contacted by The Wight as to my non arrival,I sent a message 'Caancelled Booking' ((
Kevin, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff at The Wight clearly care about their job & were very warm & keen to help. There is excellent information available about the island. The hotel is dated, but very clean, coordinated & in good repair. The photos advertised were accurate. We didn't try the facilities as only stayed one night. Breakfast was cooked to order & we were able to chose our items individually. It was basic but reasonable. Soya milk available for me as a vegan, but no vegan spread or protein alternatives. The mattresses could do with being replaced as they were a bit soft & the springs could be felt a bit. On the whole would recommend for someone staying in the area.
S M, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very friendly. It almost felt like home.
Achal, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great stay

Just had a one night stay at The Wight, first impressions were very dated and tired. The staff there were amazing, so helpful and friendly and really made it for us. The girls used the pool and went down in the evening for table tennis. Comfy beds and clean kettle so winning!! Easy parking big plus.
Louise, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very good and friendly. Good breakfast
narsi, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Dated but great location

The Wight Sandown IOW. Hotel and rooms are very dated but clean. Breakfast offering is excellent with table service. Swimming pool is good size with steam rooms and jacuzzi.
Diane, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great value, facilities and service

Very conveniently located near the beach and shops with ample on site car parking, it’s own bar, table service dining and room had all facilities needed including tv, drinks making facilities and working hot shower. Good selection of drinks at the bar, excellent breakfast, onsite pool but best of all top class service
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Indoor pool, jacuzzi and steam room

Extremely convenient to walk to shops and beach. Bar with Happy Hour and a Half. Rooms very nice.
Christine, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Made a great base for a few days walking in the Isle of Wight. Sandown allows walks north and south along the east side of the island.
Mark, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everyone here are friendly and nothing is too much trouble. Very relaxed. A perfect stay and will return. Very clean and the breakfast was great.
Dawn, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I wish i had booked this hotel to start with as stayed here before but they took my booking at very short notice and nothing was too much of an issue. Quiet room which made for a peaceful sleep.
Barry, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff were helpful and friendly the room was ok for a short stay the bathroom a little small but all was clean and fresh . The hotel itself could do with little more colour to liven it up
TERRY, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed a week at the Wight and really enjoyed our holiday. The staff vere very pleasant and helpful and the breakfasts were superb. We bookrd a room described as being small, it was, so we elected to upgrade: this was arranged very quickly and the changeover went very smoothly. We can recommend the Wight most highly.
Alan, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A good old fashioned English hotel. Friendly. Breakfast brilliant. The only thing was the bed. Plastic noise and not very comfortable.
Lynn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

TV Size

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The only improvement we can recommend is a larger tv. We were in room 203.
Loretta, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A warm welcome! You would immediately feel like being at Home. Very good value. To be recommanded.
Dominic, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel

Very nice hotel with onsite parking. The swimming pool was warm and a good length and had good opening times. The games room was fun. The hotel was dog friendly. All the staff were polite and friendly. Breakfast had a variety of foods to choose from and was hot and tasty. There is a bar which you can pay by card or charge to your room.
Nikki, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel

Very nice hotel. Bedroom clean. Mattress on bed not comfortable not firm, shower needs to be up dated. The hotel only does breakfast. Was ok. Swimming pool good. Jacuzzi jets need to work properly.
Amanda, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
geoff, 2-night trip