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31 Dover Street, Ryde, England, PO33 2BW
  • Popular LocationIsle Of Wight Coastal Footpath4 min walk
  • Popular LocationRyde Beach9 min walk
  • Popular LocationRyde Pier Head Terminal16 min walk
  • AirportSouthampton (SOU)84 min drive

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Room options

Double Room, Ensuite

9.6/10 Exceptional
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Ensuite

8.6/10 Very Good
  • 144 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room, Ensuite

9.2/10 Wonderful
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Not in room, shared with other rooms)

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Premier Double Room, 1 Bedroom

7.5/10 Good
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Not in room, shared with other rooms)

7.8/10 Good
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Not in room, shared with other rooms)

7.5/10 Good
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ryde

Dorset Hotel places you within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as Isle of Wight Zoo and Brading Roman Villa. This 23-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath - 4 min walk
  • Ryde Beach - 9 min walk
  • Ryde Pier Head Terminal - 16 min walk
  • Gunwharf Quays - 75 min drive
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - 78 min drive

Getting around

  • Ryde Hoverport - 6 min walk
  • The nearest major airports are:<br />Southampton (SOU): 84-min drive, 31.4 mi/50.5 km<br /> Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.): 135-min drive, 39.4 mi/63.4 km<br /> <p>The preferred airport is Southampton (SOU). </p>

Restaurants

  • S Fowler & Co - 5 min walk
  • Harbour Deli Cafe - 5 min walk
  • Marine Hotel - 6 min walk
  • Coffee Nut of Ryde - 7 min walk
  • Solent Inn - 4 min walk

About this property

Dorset Hotel

Comfortable guesthouse in Ryde with free parking
Dorset Hotel features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a picnic area and a TV in a common area.
Guests can enjoy LCD TVs and stay connected with WiFi and free wired internet. Coffee makers and hair dryers are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (GBP 0.01 per stay); free wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Built in 1842
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 21 and December 30.
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day:
  • Bar/lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 10 and younger (only guests older than 10 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: GBP 0.01 per stay (rates may vary)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Dorset Hotel Ryde
Dorset Ryde
Dorset Hotel Ryde
Dorset Hotel Guesthouse
Dorset Hotel Guesthouse Ryde

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Dorset Hotel?

Dorset Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Dorset Hotel?

As of Jun 3, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dorset Hotel on Jun 4, 2024 start from $105.12, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do within easy reach of Dorset Hotel?

Located steps from Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath, this guesthouse is in Ryde, and within a 10-minute walk of Ryde Beach and Ryde Harbour. You'll also find Ryde Pier Head Terminal and Appley Beach less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Dorset Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does Dorset Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, Dorset Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Dorset Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Dorset Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as a bar and a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Dorset Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Dorset Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Dorset Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Dorset Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Dorset Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Dorset Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

How far is the airport from Dorset Hotel?

The closest major airport to Dorset Hotel is Southampton (SOU), which is about 17.7 mi away. Another top airport is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is around 29.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Dorset Hotel?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Dorset Hotel.

Dorset Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 264 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 264 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 264 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 264 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 264 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Great spot! Good location. Easy access to local buses and walking distance to great restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Philip

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room lovely breakfast and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Carole

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Good place to stay
We enjoyed our stay at Dorsey Hotel, the staff were very friendly and provided great service, the towels were changed n room tidied everyday, the breakfast was very good, great choice and plenty of it with great service! Free parking in a great location and free Wi-Fi, all and all a very good place the only negative was it is really ready for a refurbish which reflects the price we paid
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideally situated for shops. seafront and the islands excellent bus services
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Anne

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
OK for a couple of nights
It was clean, the bed was comfortable and the breakfast was good, but it was cramped (especially in bathroom) and the shower was either freezing or scalding.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

B

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a lovely 2 night stay. Everything clean and comfortable. Staff excellent and delicious breakfast. Will definitely go again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
People who worked their lovely near beach and shops breakfast was lovely and did not wait long room was very clean and comfy tv bit high up on wall may come back again chair strained needs cleaning it is hard geting case up stairs if your second floor up no lift but had good relaxing stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Managed to get the last room available, on the day, after being double booked elsewhere. Really handy for ferries, hovercraft and bus station, if travelling without a car. Will stay here again! Price included breakfast...excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023