Title: Friends Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Friends Hotel Hotel in Sandown with free parking ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95750000/95745800/95745745/ed678adf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Double Bed | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95750000/95745800/95745745/2cb5eb3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95750000/95745800/95745745/f1c23927.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Double Bed | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95750000/95745800/95745745/6648a83c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95750000/95745800/95745745/5270ad26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Friends Hotel offers a genuine sanctuary with its beautiful garden setting and thoughtful hospitality. Guests connect with WiFi in common areas, start their day with a full breakfast, and find moments of relaxation among the outdoor furniture arrangements. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 18 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=95745745&PinnedHotelID=95745745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=95745745&PinnedHotelID=95745745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 19 - Oct 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=95745745&PinnedHotelID=95745745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=95745745&PinnedHotelID=95745745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=95745745&PinnedHotelID=95745745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=95745745&PinnedHotelID=95745745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=95745745&PinnedHotelID=95745745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=95745745&PinnedHotelID=95745745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Basic Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95750000/95745800/95745745/44176a99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Single Room ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Electric kettle - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Double Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95750000/95745800/95745745/d1be0717.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Double Bed ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Electric kettle - Hill view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ![Family Quadruple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95750000/95745800/95745745/eaace302.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Quadruple Room ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Electric kettle - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSandown-Hotels-Friends-Hotel.h95745745.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSandown-Hotels-Friends-Hotel.h95745745.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Sandown is home to Friends Hotel. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Shanklin Old Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Sandown Pier and Isle of Wight Zoo. Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary and Isle of Wight Owl and Falconry Centre are also worth visiting. [Visit our Sandown travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sandown.dx602552) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.65540%2C-1.16100&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bemQQyD1h-V9QaeLQvTfkAmkJjY=) 8 Hill St, Sandown, England, PO36 9DD ### What's nearby - Sandown Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Sandown Pier - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Yaverland Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Isle of Wight Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles - Shanklin Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles ### Getting around - Sandown Station - 3 min walk - Southampton (SOU) - 99 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Reef - ‬10 min walk - ‪Castle Inn - ‬6 min walk - ‪Caulkheads Pub - ‬13 min walk - ‪Fins Beach Cafe - ‬10 min walk - ‪Fat Harry's - ‬8 min walk ## About this property ### Friends Hotel Property highlights Friends Hotel provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self-parking - Full breakfast (surcharge) and outdoor furniture More amenities include: - Bathrooms with baths or showers - Electric kettles, heating and housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13340000/13333600/13333544/49c2466f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Broadway Park Hotel Sandown - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 7.4 Good 496 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=13333544&PinnedHotelID=13333544&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22970000/22964700/22964683/3c84ac14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Channel View Hotel Sandown - Parking included - Free WiFi - Parking available - Room service 5.0 30 reviews £39 includes taxes & fees 17 Nov - 18 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=22964683&PinnedHotelID=22964683&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36670000/36660500/36660485/5cf7ac42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ocean View Hotel Shanklin - 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20 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=103212187&PinnedHotelID=103212187&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 10 for adults and GBP 8 for children ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (on request) ### Outdoors - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area ### Accessibility - No lift ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Private bathroom ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee: GBP 10 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 4:00 AM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 3 total pets Pets cannot be left unattended ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per day ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 10.00 for adults and from GBP 8.00 for children - Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Late check-in fee: GBP 10 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 4:00 AM - Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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, debit cards and cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host'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 ### Property is also known as Friends Hotel Hotel Friends Hotel Sandown Friends Hotel Hotel Sandown ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Friends Hotel pet-friendly? > Yes, Friends Hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total). There's a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking at Friends Hotel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Friends Hotel? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 11:00 PM to 4:00 AM for a fee of GBP 10. ### What time is check-out at Friends Hotel? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is Friends Hotel located? > Situated in Sandown, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Sandown Pier and Sandown Beach. Yaverland Beach and Dinosaur Isle are also within 1 mile (2 km). Sandown Station is only a 3-minute walk and Lake Station is 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Friends Hotel Reviews 8.0 ### Very good 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) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Staff & service ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 8/10 Good #### David 22 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff were accommodating , the area is quiet , very near the beach , ##### David Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Adrian 28 Jul 2023 ##### Adrian Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Coppid Beech Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bracknell-Hotels-The-Coppid-Beech-Hotel.h3809.Hotel-Information) > > [Carden Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Carden-Park.h190780.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h7234788.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stansted-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Stansted-Airport.h18464320.Hotel-Information) > > [Stratford Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Stratford-Manor.h27936.Hotel-Information) > > [Ashford International Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Ashford-International-Hotel.h527123.Hotel-Information) > > [Retallack Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Columb-Major-Hotels-Retallack-Resort.h4537229.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Sand Bay Holiday Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weston-Super-Mare-Hotels-Sand-Bay-Holiday-Village.h11443695.Hotel-Information) > > [St Michael's Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Falmouth-Hotels-St-Michaels-Resort.h2951426.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Stratford-Upon-Avon.h11307.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Norbreck Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-Norbreck-Castle-Hotel.h6377.Hotel-Information) > > [Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Eastwell-Manor.h905662.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tintagel-Hotels-Camelot-Castle-Hotel.h8083111.Hotel-Information) > > [Hollins Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shipley-Hotels-Hollins-Hall-Hotel.h63744.Hotel-Information) > > [Chesford Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenilworth-Hotels-Chesford-Grange.h920291.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Hotels-Grand-Burstin-Hotel-Folkestone.h1201483.Hotel-Information) > > [The Mill Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-The-Mill-Hotel-Spa.h1695656.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Hotel Manchester Ashton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashton-Under-Lyne-Hotels-Village-Hotel-Manchester-Ashton.h1848975.Hotel-Information) > > [The Winchester Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-The-Winchester-Hotel-Spa.h26080.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton at St George's Park, Burton Upon Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Hilton-At-St-Georges-Park.h5094740.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Manchester.h120016.Hotel-Information) > > [The Spa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Royal-Tunbridge-Wells-Hotels-The-Spa-Hotel.h8849.Hotel-Information) > > [Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Hythe-Imperial-Hotel-Spa-Golf.h9108.Hotel-Information) > > [The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bakewell-Hotels-The-Rutland-Arms-Hotel.h792056.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Beach Club & Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Harbour-Beach-Club-Hotel-Spa.h2261933.Hotel-Information) > > [Fistral Beach Hotel and Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newquay-Hotels-Fistral-Beach-Hotel-And-Spa-Adults-Only.h1895493.Hotel-Information) > > [Worcester Whitehouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worcester-Hotels-Worcester-Whitehouse.h18498.Hotel-Information) > > [Cotswolds Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chipping-Norton-Hotels-Cotswolds-Hotel-Spa.h13106835.Hotel-Information)