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The Anchor Inn

3.0 star property
Inn in Cowes with a restaurant and a bar

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Standard Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Across the corridor) | 1 bedroom, WiFi
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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1-3 High Street, Cowes, England, PO31 7SA
  • Cowes Harbour
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • East Cowes Ferry Terminal
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Osborne House
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Southampton (SOU)
    ‪73 min drive‬

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Twin Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, WiFi

Twin Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 12 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 12 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, WiFi

Suite, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 24 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Across the corridor) | 1 bedroom, WiFi

Standard Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Across the corridor)

  • 12 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Cowes

The Anchor Inn places you next to RedJet Ferry Terminal and within a 5-minute walk of Cowes Harbour. This 7-room, 3-star inn welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant and a bar/lounge.
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What's nearby

  • RedJet Ferry Terminal - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cowes Yacht Haven - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cowes Harbour - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • East Cowes Ferry Terminal - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Osborne House - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • West Cowes Ferry Station - 3 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Anchor Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fountain Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Harbour Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Basque Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Coast Bar & Dining Room - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Anchor Inn

Inn in Cowes with a restaurant and a bar
The Anchor Inn features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Helpful staff is there to provide luggage storage, as well as offer insight about the area.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Anchor Inn?

The Anchor Inn provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Anchor Inn?

As of Jun 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Anchor Inn on Jun 29, 2025 start from $79.41, 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 around The Anchor Inn?

This inn in Cowes is within a 10-minute walk of Cowes Harbour and RedJet Ferry Terminal. You'll also find Osborne House and Seaclose Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Anchor Inn?

No, this inn doesn't offer parking.

Does The Anchor Inn have a casino at the property?

No, The Anchor Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Anchor Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Anchor Inn good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a garden at this inn.

Does The Anchor Inn have a hot tub?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Anchor Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Anchor Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Anchor Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Anchor Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at The Anchor Inn?

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

Where is the closest airport to The Anchor Inn?

The closest major airport to The Anchor Inn is Southampton (SOU), which is about 13.4 mi away. Another top airport is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is around 23.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Anchor Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Anchor Inn.

The Anchor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 80 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Limited hanging space in bedroom maybe some coat hangers needed,and could do with towel hook in bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I booked the property going solely from the reviews and was not disappointed. The room was clean and comfortable. The food choices and service was good and i enjoyed eating there. I was not really expecting much as the cost was very reasonable but was impressed. The staff were really good and very pleasant. This is a town centre pub so noise may be an issue at times but during our stay it was only evident on the friday night (before xmas) which still was not a problem. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A good one night stay

A very clean comfortable and well maintained room. It would have been perfect if the light above the washbasin had worked
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value for weekend in Cowes

Perfect location for a weekend in Cowes. Close to the ferry, bars and rest. No disturbance from the pub either.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds for a very good night sleep
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russ

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, excellent night's sleep
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine, Denny

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cosy wee pub ideal to stay before and after festival . Friendly staff and excellent pub and pub food
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM, georgetown

Liked: Amenities
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Yuk in

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was very convenient. The room was quite basic but fine for one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jennette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What I liked about Anchor inn was the staff cleanliness and safety.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Murray

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Kate

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Small room very rundown overlooking beer barrels which we heard them clanging around early in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine, Denny

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We stay at the Anchor before and after the IOW festival every year . It’s near the ferry terminal close to shops etc . Lovely pub with great food . Rooms are small and clean and can be a bit noisy as above a pub but that’s to be expected . Our room this year was very hot but a fan was in the room which helped a bit. Only complaint this year the mattresses really need replaced ,so thin in our room you could feel every slat and the pillows thin and cheap . Maybe ok for one night but after 4 nights our backs not good and would put us off staying again . We did ask if they had any Mattress toppers and were just told no. Overall convenient , hand location clean good selection of drinks and food excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Jeanie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely but really noisy

The staff were friendly, the room was cute and clean BUT there was noisy drilling and hammering until late at night nearby and shortly after 6am, lorries unloading for nearby Sainsbury’s and Poundland which made for a poor night’s sleep sadly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location in downtown Cowes and near floating bridge to E Cowes. Room up a lot of stairs. Bathtub in terrible shape - not just leaking - hemmoraging! ! Needs to be replaced. Unique experience to stay above a bar - noise not an issue but there was no band that nite. Had almost no contact with staff. They did help me with my bag.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

2 Nights at the Anchor Pub

There was no wardrobe or desk in the room The shower was magnificent The staff were superlative Obviously there is no lift as it is an old building not the staff took my luggage to the room The location is excellent For a single male the accommodation is fine but I imagine ladies would expect more comfort I had a wonderful stay and the staff were wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024