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The Anchor Inn

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

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Twin Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, WiFi
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Exterior
Restaurant
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1-3 High Street, Cowes, England, PO31 7SA
  • Place, Cowes Yacht Haven
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Harbour
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal London Yacht Club
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪81 min drive‬

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Twin Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, WiFi

Twin Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 12 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 12 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Cowes

Located within a 5-minute walk of Cowes Harbour, The Anchor Inn is within a 15-minute stroll of Royal London Yacht Club. This 7-room, 3-star inn welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant and a bar/lounge.
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What's nearby

  • Cowes Yacht Haven - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • RedJet Ferry Terminal - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cowes Harbour - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Island Sailing Club - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal London Yacht Club - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Duke of York - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Fountain Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Anchor Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cowes Ale House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Garden - ‬4 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.

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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

  • Smoking not allowed

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

Special check-in instructions

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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

Anchor Inn Cowes
Inn The Anchor Inn Cowes
Cowes The Anchor Inn Inn
The Anchor Inn Cowes
Anchor Cowes
Anchor Inn
Anchor
Inn The Anchor Inn
The Anchor Inn Inn
The Anchor Inn Cowes
The Anchor Inn Inn Cowes

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 Feb 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Anchor Inn on Feb 10, 2026 start from $68.05, 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 Royal London Yacht Club. You'll also find Osborne House and East Cowes Ferry Terminal within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Anchor Inn?

No, there isn't parking available at the inn.

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.

Are there hot tubs at The Anchor Inn?

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.

Does The Anchor Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Anchor Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Anchor Inn.

The Anchor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 88 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The welcome and explanation of house rules was much appreciated after a long walk from Ryde. The Sunday roast was most delicious and very filling. The bed, shower, kettle, bottled water was also very much welcomed. Unfortunately the overnight cleaning staff were disruptive to my sleep. I could hear their voices and what I believe was the sound of a vacuum cleaner. One of the workers stood outside for a cigarette, beneath my window (which was open for fresh air), and proceeded to make a telephone call - I could hear the discussion. It was a little while before I getting back to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

NIGEL

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The bar staff were very helpful and courteous, however there was no Wi-Fi and nothing in our room was cleaned or replenished for the next day. The shower door had a gap at the bottom which allowed water to escape thereby flooding the bathroom. Very disappointing overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Single room was horrible! I expected it to be small, but it did not have even basic comfort (especially in comparison to the room my travel companion couple had). Bed was worst I've ever had, had to put suitcase on floor or only chair, single tiny wall shelf a couple feet from bed to set anything on (no small table by bed or anywhere else in room), no bathroom amenities, shower too small to even turn around in & door opened oddly, light above mirror in bathroom didn't work, no place to hang towels except several feet away down narrow space where toilet was (not near sink or shower), looks out over garbage bins & beer kegs with loud fans running outside, room was very warm but no fan (my friends gave me the one that was in their room!). Price of this room was only about $10 less than the nice, large, fully equiped room my friends had -- a complete rip off!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay. Friendly staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Natasha

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The staff were very helpful but the room was very tiny and should only be used as a single occupant room.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

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

6/10 Okay

Bradley

Disliked: Staff & service
It is in the middle of Cowes so convenient for everything, being above a pub it is a bit noisy but to be expected. The windows open onto the high street which would be nice to know beforehand. I was there for for four nights but the room wasn’t serviced while I was there, bottled water was provided when I arrived but not replenished during my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Zara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Right in the middle of the High Street so very convenient. Parking is 5 minutes walk. A traditional pub with rooms above. Our room was very compact and overlooked the storage yard which meant that, with the window open, there was noise from moving beer barrels around. It wasn’t very noisy but is probably not great if you want an early night and you’re a light sleeper.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

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

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