Title: Villa Rothsay Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=9459168&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Villa Rothsay Hotel Travelers start their day with a complimentary breakfast before heading to the outdoor tennis court, then end with evening barbecues under the stars. ## Photo gallery for Villa Rothsay Hotel ![View from property - Villa Rothsay Hotel (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9460000/9459200/9459168/7101d193.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous - Villa Rothsay Hotel (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9460000/9459200/9459168/4c355394.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge - Villa Rothsay Hotel (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9460000/9459200/9459168/49e3fb47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Suite, Ensuite | 1 bedroom - Villa Rothsay Hotel (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9460000/9459200/9459168/w2016h1511x0y1-be4bc279.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Villa Rothsay Hotel (Cowes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9460000/9459200/9459168/e9dde65a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Villa Rothsay Hotel offers guests free breakfast to fuel their day and WiFi access in common areas. The outdoor tennis court provides active recreation, while barbecue grills invite evening relaxation. Previous visitors particularly appreciate the hotel's distinctive character. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Business services - Bar ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds 2 beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ### View all photos for Premium Double Room, Ensuite (Sea Facing) ![Premium Double Room, Ensuite (Sea Facing) | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9460000/9459200/9459168/c83b968a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Double Room, Ensuite (Sea Facing) ### Highlights Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Wardrobe Desk - 237 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Suite, Ensuite ![Standard Suite, Ensuite | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9460000/9459200/9459168/d366b9fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Suite, Ensuite 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Separate bedroom Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Hairdryer Bidet Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 334 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed OR 4 Single Beds ### View all photos for Premium Double Room, Ensuite (Sea Facing) ![Premium Double Room, Ensuite (Sea Facing) | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9460000/9459200/9459168/7b76a3f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Double Room, Ensuite (Sea Facing) ### Highlights Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Daily housekeeping Iron/ironing board - 226 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Premium Double Room, Ensuite (Sea Facing) ![Premium Double Room, Ensuite (Sea Facing) | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9460000/9459200/9459168/3b60a37f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Double Room, Ensuite (Sea Facing) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Daily housekeeping Iron/ironing board - 312 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Rear Facing) ![Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Rear Facing) | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9460000/9459200/9459168/67c78263.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Rear Facing) ### Highlights Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Wardrobe Desk - 248 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Luxury Suite, Ensuite ![Luxury Suite, Ensuite | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9460000/9459200/9459168/635eb5f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Suite, Ensuite 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Premium bedding Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker - 334 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 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check-in end time: 9:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 16 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The host will greet guests on arrival Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Villa Rothsay Hotel Cowes Villa Rothsay Hotel Villa Rothsay Cowes Villa Rothsay Villa Rothsay Hotel Cowes Villa Rothsay Cowes Villa Rothsay Hotel Villa Rothsay Hotel Cowes Cowes Villa Rothsay Hotel Hotel Hotel Villa Rothsay Hotel Villa Rothsay Hotel Hotel Villa Rothsay Hotel Cowes Villa Rothsay Hotel Hotel Cowes ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is parking at Villa Rothsay Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Villa Rothsay Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Villa Rothsay Hotel? ### Where is Villa Rothsay Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Villa Rothsay Hotel Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 9.0 Eco-friendliness ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 85 8 - Good 21 6 - Okay 6 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard 18 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice place with very friendly and helpful staff. ##### Richard Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gill 2 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Lovely hotel and all staff we met weee exceptional ##### Gill Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenn 22 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Breakfast excellent, outstanding property, staff polite, and helpful. ##### Glenn Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenneth 26 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Magnificent setting, authentic period detail décor and ambiance, wonderfully comfortable rooms and common areas, and proprietor so generous and knowledgeable and helpful. So great, we're grateful for everything ##### Kenneth Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rupert 13 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort We spent a lovely three nights at Villa Rothsay Hotel in the Morning Cloud room. The room was excellent, with a fantastic view over The Solent. The service was brilliant and the breakfast plentiful and top quality. Highly recommended. ##### Rupert Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark 26 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Nice big room, plenty of tea and coffee, breakfast spot on. ##### Mark Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 17 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Quaint hotel with lovely sea views. Very quirky, quaint hotel with lovely sea views. Very good, helpful service and advice. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### S 27 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely! Lovey place to stay with wonderful personality. Friendly staff and super comfy room. And a lovely breakfast! ##### S Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Daniel 12 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff and lovingly decorated large house with many interesting testimonies of interesting sailing events. ##### Daniel Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew 18 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities View from our room and balcony were exceptional. Breakfast quality and service was 5 star. Our host Margaret gave a friendly, professional and exceptional experience that made our trip memorable. Villa Rothsay an amazing find would thoroughly recommend. ##### Andrew Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mounzer 29 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities it is a beautiful boutique hotel, very nice building, everything was very clean, really clean, comfortable, the view of the sea is amazing, the staff were great. we strongly advice to stay in this hotel ##### Mounzer Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jagatdeep 28 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very close to beach although a stoney beach. ##### Jagatdeep Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 4 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel is furnished in Victoriana and run with great care and friendliness by Margaret who creates a country house atmosphere in the public rooms. The honesty bar is a lovely touch and the guests chat away to eachother creating a home from home atmosphere. ##### David Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LAURA 12 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A little gem Lovely quirky hotel. Very quiet. Comfortable beds, room nicely decorated and equipped. Very much appreciated the ‘honesty’ bar after an evening out. Staff were very friendly and helpful too. ##### LAURA Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jan 16 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A quirky period property, beautifully decorated. Stunning views & great customer service. Made to feel very welcome. Great breakfast options. Thank you ##### Jan Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth 24 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A delightful place to stay We only stayed for one night, just needing a place to rest our heads after the festival but we were so pleasantly surprised by the high quality of everything. Check-in was efficient, the staff were friendly and professional, the room was spacious and spotlessly clean (and the sea view was stunning!), and breakfast was plentiful and delicious. We couldn't recommend Villa Rothsay more highly. ##### Elizabeth Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William 28 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A great location looking out over the Solent. Easy to drive to town or walk. Margaret a delight. Excellent breakfast. Bathroom old but satisfactory. Lots of yachting pictures & books, lots of old-world charm. Lots of stairs both outside & in. ##### William Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nigel 23 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great Hotel in Cowes Amazing 4 night stay. Best hotel breakfasts ever, with superb quality ingredients beautifully cooked and served with a friendly smile. Balcony room with great sea view across the Solent. Easy walking distance to Gurnard and Cowes (be ready for up hill on the return!). The host and all her staff were exemplary throughout, with lots of top advice on the island and nothing too much trouble. Would return at the drop of a hat! ##### Nigel Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Perry 5 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent Period Property We really enjoyed our stay at this late 19th / early 20th century property. Decor not modern but very unique which enhanced our experience. Staff were welcoming, helpful, and friendly. Room was clean and well presented. I'm sure Robert Plant, who recently was a guest, enjoyed his stay as much as we did. If we visit the Isle of Wight again we'll be staying here. ##### Perry Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon 22 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Stayed for one night and loved this hotel. So peaceful and fantastic view from our room. Room was big and spacious. Plenty of towels tea and coffee with biscuits. Margaret the host was amazing and couldn't do enough for you. Her knowledge was boundless and any questions we had she was happy to answer and we learned things about the island we didn't know. She is a absolute whizz at sorting out the TV too which we couldn't work out. Breakfast was great. So much food and everything you could want. The young man who looked after us at breakfast was very attentive and again nothing was to much trouble. Would definitely recommend this hotel and will stay here again in the future. Thank you Margaret for a wonderful stay. ##### Sharon Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Samantha 2 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Full of character We struggled to park outside the hotel which made a difficult start as we carried our bags up a very steep set of steps - there are a lot of steps inside and out! Once inside though, it was a quirky, comfortable place. Friendly staff, amazing breakfast and the most fantastic view of the sea from our balcony, with a pleasant walk into Cowes meant we had a lovely stay. ##### Samantha Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 31 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The Villa is beautiful and well located. It is charming and our hosts were helpful and welcoming. Our room had beautiful furniture and a stunning view. There was a lot of noise from the room above us - creaking floorboards, footsteps, conversation which was not deliberately loud. In older character buildings it is likely. The large bed had a very firm mattress which I struggled to sleep on and the pillows need replacing. The bath was lovely and filled quickly. Breakfast was good, particularly the fresh fruit. We were made very welcome and Villa Rothsay is charming. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan 1 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities OMG what a gem! I almost don’t want to share an opinion on the Villa Rothsay because I want to keep it for myself. Absolutely perfect in every way. But quirky and mysterious with amazing history. Our room was beautiful with seaview. We slept with the curtains open so as not to miss any waking moment. Margaret was welcoming and so knowledgeable. Breakfast was delicious. Local produce - no UPFs here - Villa Rothsay preserves. Just beautiful. We were fortunate to have been there for the first day of Advent and the Christmas decorations were out of this world. I really didn’t want to leave. ##### Susan Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### P 8 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Delightfull boating themed Hotel. Delightful small hotel, with lots of local and international boating memorabilia, you could spend a very enjoyable afternoon just looking at the photographs and models all telling a story of Cowes remarkable maritime history. The views from the front of the hotel overlooking the turning point for all the shipping leaving or entering Southampton Water are some of the best on the island, a never ending stream of famous Liners, Cruise Ships, Tankers, Container Ships, Car Transports the list is endless, truly an epicentre for sea trade. The wonderfully comfortable public lounge with it's well stocked bar overlooks this vista, no better way to end an evening. The freshly còoked to order breakfasts are memorable with fantastic local ingredients and a wonderful choice for all tastes. We have always had a warm welcome from the host whenever we stay, and we thoroughly recommend this wonderfully British small hotel. ##### P Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 21 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A real gem! Full of character and very comfortable I would normally stay in a five-star contemporary hotel, with all the usual facilities. I was very surprised that there are none in Cowes, given it's a centre for international yachting. So, based on the reviews on Hotels.com and the photos, I chose this hotel. It was a great choice. The location, with harbour view from the very atmospheric and authentic 'olde world' lounge (there is an 'honesty' bar with a great stock of spirits and cold drinks and beer, so open all the time), the owner Maggie, Jackie and all the staff were so friendly and accommodating, the room and bathroom were spotless and had mod cons like large screen TV and coffee maker, but also plenty of authentic charm. Even had bath, with piping hot water all the time. High quality linen and comfortable bed. Also very quiet at night-time, as far enough out of the town, but close enough for a brisk walk in, along the promenade. Finally, the food was real 'home-cooking' and delicious, very fresh and tasty. Highly recommend. 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