The Anchor Inn
$84
/ night
Avg. for September
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$84
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Anchor Inn average $75 in January, the cheapest month, and $90 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $75 |
| February | $75 |
| March | $85 |
| April | $85 |
| May | $89 |
| June | $90 |
| July | $90 |
| August | $85 |
| September | $84 |
| October | $86 |
| November | $83 |
| December | $86 |
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Cheapest: January (~$75)
About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Dining
At The Anchor Inn, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 7 guestrooms.
Location
With a stay at The Anchor Inn in Cowes, you'll be a 4-minute walk from Cowes Harbour and 7 minutes by foot from Royal London Yacht Club. This inn is 14.7 mi (23.7 km) from Southampton Cruise Terminal and 25.2 mi (40.5 km) from New Forest National Park.
What's nearby
Cowes Harbour(0.2 miles)
Royal London Yacht Club(0.3 miles)
East Cowes Ferry Terminal(0.6 miles)
Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty(1.1 miles)
Gurnard Beach(1.7 miles)
Osborne House(1.9 miles)
Seaclose Park(4.7 miles)
Carisbrooke Castle(6 miles)
Fishbourne Car And Passenger Terminal(6.1 miles)
Isle of Wight Steam Railway(6.9 miles)
Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath(8.5 miles)
Ryde Terminal(8.5 miles)
Ryde Pier Head Terminal(8.7 miles)
River Test(11.6 miles)
Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal(11.7 miles)
Southampton (SOU)(34.1 miles)
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)(51.8 miles)
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Garden
Billiards
Luggage Storage
Location
The Anchor 1-3 High Street, Cowes, England, United Kingdom
Cowes Harbour (0.2 miles)
Royal London Yacht Club (0.3 miles)
East Cowes Ferry Terminal (0.6 miles)
Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (1.1 miles)
Gurnard Beach (1.7 miles)
Osborne House (1.9 miles)
Guest reviews
8.3
Very good
Based on 364 verified reviews
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
The Anchor Inn is a pub-with-rooms in central Cowes, close to the ferry, where travellers repeatedly praise the friendly staff, convenient location and good pub food after days exploring the Isle of Wight.
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The Anchor Inn is a pub-with-rooms in central Cowes, close to the ferry, where travellers repeatedly praise the friendly staff, convenient location and good pub food after days exploring the Isle of Wight.
Many guests find rooms clean and comfortable, but several report inconsistent housekeeping during multi-night stays and occasional maintenance issues like leaking showers, faulty lights, or dirty glassware. Rooms are typically small or basic with limited storage, and some face the high street or service yard, leading to noise that can bother light sleepers. Expect a simple, central stay with lively pub vibes rather than a quiet, full-service hotel.
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Facilities
On-site pub and bar receive positive comments for atmosphere and food.
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8
Katherine
Jun 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
8
Malcolm
Dec 21, 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
8
Helen
May 15, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location , very central.. rooms are cute but basic.. room wasn’t cleaned over 2 days I was there .. no room service .. although there is bar/restaurant underneath .. noisy outside .. bring ear plugs!
Great location , very central.. rooms are cute but basic.. room wasn’t cleaned over 2 days I was there .. no room service .. although there is bar/restaurant underneath .. noisy outside .. bring ear plugs!
10
Linda
Sep 29, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Good value and clean. Excellent bar menu
Good value and clean. Excellent bar menu
8
Katherine
Sep 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Cosy wee pub ideal to stay before and after festival . Friendly staff and excellent pub and pub food
Cosy wee pub ideal to stay before and after festival . Friendly staff and excellent pub and pub food
10
Helen
Dec 14, 2022
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Stayed 5 nights
Very cozy room .. but bring ear plugs! Nice pub underneath but a bit chilly .. great location ..
Very cozy room .. but bring ear plugs! Nice pub underneath but a bit chilly .. great location ..
8
Neil
May 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
Stewart
Jun 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent accommodation while on the Isle of Wight. Food was also excellent and staff extremely helpful. Great location
Excellent accommodation while on the Isle of Wight. Food was also excellent and staff extremely helpful. Great location
10
Steven
Aug 4, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
A great place to stay, right in the heart of Cowes. Great music, atmosphere and staff. All staff were friendly, helpful and a joy to be around. The room was clean and comfortable and suited its purpose. Will stay again for sure.
A great place to stay, right in the heart of Cowes. Great music, atmosphere and staff. All staff were friendly, helpful and a joy to be around. The room was clean and comfortable and suited its purpose. Will stay again for sure.
6
Laura
Oct 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Cleanliness
Many reviews describe rooms as clean, but several report inconsistent housekeeping during multi-night stays and occasional maintenance or cleanliness issues such as leaking baths, faulty lights, or dirty glassware.
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Nancy
Jun 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
8
Malcolm
Dec 21, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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NIGEL
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
8
Helen
May 15, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location , very central.. rooms are cute but basic.. room wasn’t cleaned over 2 days I was there .. no room service .. although there is bar/restaurant underneath .. noisy outside .. bring ear plugs!
Great location , very central.. rooms are cute but basic.. room wasn’t cleaned over 2 days I was there .. no room service .. although there is bar/restaurant underneath .. noisy outside .. bring ear plugs!
10
Mick
May 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay was for 1 night only and was perfect for us, the hotel was clean the staff we encountered could not have been nicer, they were very friendly and helpful, the bed was very comfortable, would stay there again
Our stay was for 1 night only and was perfect for us, the hotel was clean the staff we encountered could not have been nicer, they were very friendly and helpful, the bed was very comfortable, would stay there again
10
William
Nov 17, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Excellent service and very clean facility,Friendly staff
Excellent service and very clean facility,Friendly staff
10
Karen
Dec 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A very clean comfortable and well maintained room. It would have been perfect if the light above the washbasin had worked
A very clean comfortable and well maintained room. It would have been perfect if the light above the washbasin had worked
8
Deborah
Sep 28, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Dirty glassware in the room. Great pub.
Dirty glassware in the room. Great pub.
6
Bradley
May 29, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
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.
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.
10
Alastair
Oct 14, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Clean, comfortable, excellent night's sleep
Clean, comfortable, excellent night's sleep
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Rooms
Rooms are typically small or basic with limited storage; some face the high street or service yard, leading to noise that can disturb light sleepers. Comfort varies, with a few thin-mattress complaints alongside others reporting good sleep.
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Katherine
Jun 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
8
Stephen
Aug 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Location was very convenient. The room was quite basic but fine for one night stay.
Location was very convenient. The room was quite basic but fine for one night stay.
8
Martin
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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
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
8
Helen
May 15, 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Great location , very central.. rooms are cute but basic.. room wasn’t cleaned over 2 days I was there .. no room service .. although there is bar/restaurant underneath .. noisy outside .. bring ear plugs!
Great location , very central.. rooms are cute but basic.. room wasn’t cleaned over 2 days I was there .. no room service .. although there is bar/restaurant underneath .. noisy outside .. bring ear plugs!
2
Kathleen
Sep 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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!
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!
6
Verna
Jan 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Limited hanging space in bedroom maybe some coat hangers needed,and could do with towel hook in bathroom.
Limited hanging space in bedroom maybe some coat hangers needed,and could do with towel hook in bathroom.
4
Kate
Aug 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Small room very rundown overlooking beer barrels which we heard them clanging around early in the morning
Small room very rundown overlooking beer barrels which we heard them clanging around early in the morning
8
Neil
May 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
4
Natasha
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The staff were very helpful but the room was very tiny and should only be used as a single occupant room.
The staff were very helpful but the room was very tiny and should only be used as a single occupant room.
6
Bradley
May 29, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
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.
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.
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Service
Staff are widely described as friendly, helpful and accommodating, with clear welcomes and luggage assistance appreciated. Occasional issues include late-night staff noise and an unfulfilled request for mattress toppers.
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Martin
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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
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
8
Malcolm
Dec 21, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
10
Mick
May 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay was for 1 night only and was perfect for us, the hotel was clean the staff we encountered could not have been nicer, they were very friendly and helpful, the bed was very comfortable, would stay there again
Our stay was for 1 night only and was perfect for us, the hotel was clean the staff we encountered could not have been nicer, they were very friendly and helpful, the bed was very comfortable, would stay there again
10
William
Nov 17, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Excellent service and very clean facility,Friendly staff
Excellent service and very clean facility,Friendly staff
10
Yuen Yan
Sep 16, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Staff is helpful and friendly. The room is spacious. Great location close to the ferry pier with walkable distance. Plenty of restaurants around but need to check the opening time(most closed on Monday).
Staff is helpful and friendly. The room is spacious. Great location close to the ferry pier with walkable distance. Plenty of restaurants around but need to check the opening time(most closed on Monday).
10
PAUL
Aug 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice place to stay. Friendly staff, great location.
Very nice place to stay. Friendly staff, great location.
10
Laurie
Apr 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was comfortable and the staff are very friendly and accommodating
It was comfortable and the staff are very friendly and accommodating
10
Stewart
Jun 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent accommodation while on the Isle of Wight. Food was also excellent and staff extremely helpful. Great location
Excellent accommodation while on the Isle of Wight. Food was also excellent and staff extremely helpful. Great location
10
Steven
Aug 4, 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
A great place to stay, right in the heart of Cowes. Great music, atmosphere and staff. All staff were friendly, helpful and a joy to be around. The room was clean and comfortable and suited its purpose. Will stay again for sure.
A great place to stay, right in the heart of Cowes. Great music, atmosphere and staff. All staff were friendly, helpful and a joy to be around. The room was clean and comfortable and suited its purpose. Will stay again for sure.
6
Laura
Oct 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Location
Very central in Cowes and close to the ferry, shops and restaurants, making it convenient for short stays. The high street and pub setting can bring early-morning or evening noise.
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Stephen
Aug 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Location was very convenient. The room was quite basic but fine for one night stay.
Location was very convenient. The room was quite basic but fine for one night stay.
6
Nancy
Jun 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
8
Malcolm
Dec 21, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
10
Dave
Dec 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect location for a weekend in Cowes. Close to the ferry, bars and rest. No disturbance from the pub either.
Perfect location for a weekend in Cowes. Close to the ferry, bars and rest. No disturbance from the pub either.
10
Yuen Yan
Sep 16, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Staff is helpful and friendly. The room is spacious. Great location close to the ferry pier with walkable distance. Plenty of restaurants around but need to check the opening time(most closed on Monday).
Staff is helpful and friendly. The room is spacious. Great location close to the ferry pier with walkable distance. Plenty of restaurants around but need to check the opening time(most closed on Monday).
10
PAUL
Aug 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice place to stay. Friendly staff, great location.
Very nice place to stay. Friendly staff, great location.
8
Neil
May 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
6
Bradley
May 29, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
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.
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.
10
Stewart
Jun 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent accommodation while on the Isle of Wight. Food was also excellent and staff extremely helpful. Great location
Excellent accommodation while on the Isle of Wight. Food was also excellent and staff extremely helpful. Great location
10
Steven
Aug 4, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
A great place to stay, right in the heart of Cowes. Great music, atmosphere and staff. All staff were friendly, helpful and a joy to be around. The room was clean and comfortable and suited its purpose. Will stay again for sure.
A great place to stay, right in the heart of Cowes. Great music, atmosphere and staff. All staff were friendly, helpful and a joy to be around. The room was clean and comfortable and suited its purpose. Will stay again for sure.
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Dining
Guests consistently praise the on-site pub food and bar menu, with several noting enjoyable roasts and good service. Some also liked the lively atmosphere.
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Katherine
Jun 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
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Malcolm
Dec 21, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Linda
Sep 29, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Good value and clean. Excellent bar menu
Good value and clean. Excellent bar menu
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Karen
Dec 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Generous room well decorated. The bathroom was roomy but would have benefited from a few hooks for towels & clothing. No breakfast available and no recommendation on where to eat but we found a good option at Harbour Kitchen just down the road.
Generous room well decorated. The bathroom was roomy but would have benefited from a few hooks for towels & clothing. No breakfast available and no recommendation on where to eat but we found a good option at Harbour Kitchen just down the road.
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Katherine
Sep 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Cosy wee pub ideal to stay before and after festival . Friendly staff and excellent pub and pub food
Cosy wee pub ideal to stay before and after festival . Friendly staff and excellent pub and pub food
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Deborah
Sep 28, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Dirty glassware in the room. Great pub.
Dirty glassware in the room. Great pub.
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Helen
Dec 14, 2022
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Stayed 5 nights
Very cozy room .. but bring ear plugs! Nice pub underneath but a bit chilly .. great location ..
Very cozy room .. but bring ear plugs! Nice pub underneath but a bit chilly .. great location ..
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Stewart
Jun 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent accommodation while on the Isle of Wight. Food was also excellent and staff extremely helpful. Great location
Excellent accommodation while on the Isle of Wight. Food was also excellent and staff extremely helpful. Great location
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Steven
Aug 4, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
A great place to stay, right in the heart of Cowes. Great music, atmosphere and staff. All staff were friendly, helpful and a joy to be around. The room was clean and comfortable and suited its purpose. Will stay again for sure.
A great place to stay, right in the heart of Cowes. Great music, atmosphere and staff. All staff were friendly, helpful and a joy to be around. The room was clean and comfortable and suited its purpose. Will stay again for sure.
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Laura
Oct 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Marcus
Jun 24, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Well located and very easy!
Well located and very easy!
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Simon
Jun 22, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Iconic location in the centre of Cowes, what's not to like!
Iconic location in the centre of Cowes, what's not to like!
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Brian
May 27, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Good place for an overnight stay before sailing as couldn't be closer to West Cowes Marina. Helpful staff and a clean room but can be a little noisy due to street noise... earplugs provided!
Good place for an overnight stay before sailing as couldn't be closer to West Cowes Marina. Helpful staff and a clean room but can be a little noisy due to street noise... earplugs provided!
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Nicky
May 11, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
I would call this cheap and cheerful. The rooms are very basic. I stayed on a Friday and Saturday night. I had a twin on Friday night at the front and it was very noisy with people outside. On Saturday I had a double at the back which was quieter but the window opens to a yard with the kitchen fans and it was noisy and smelly with cooking fumes. This double was very small I can’t imagine two people in it. It was also in need of redecoration. The staff were very friendly, can’t fault that. The location was right in the middle of Ryde so very handy for everything. As I said cheap and cheerful!
I would call this cheap and cheerful. The rooms are very basic. I stayed on a Friday and Saturday night. I had a twin on Friday night at the front and it was very noisy with people outside. On Saturday I had a double at the back which was quieter but the window opens to a yard with the kitchen fans and it was noisy and smelly with cooking fumes. This double was very small I can’t imagine two people in it. It was also in need of redecoration. The staff were very friendly, can’t fault that. The location was right in the middle of Ryde so very handy for everything. As I said cheap and cheerful!
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Deana
Mar 16, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Plus points , within walking distance of the ferry lots of shops, bars, restaurants et cetera. Food in the bar a bit hit and miss but some stuff very nice. Quite fairly priced, clean good quality towels, even though I would say any at level cleanliness is a must and a basic., missing at this property. Negative points, very tired and dirty decor, lots of narrow steep flights of stairs, no wardrobe, no offer of help to carry bags up the flights of stairs when shown to you're room ,even though it was a very young gentleman and we are older ladies, the young female member of staff in the bar was very rude and intolerant, tiny room I've bruises all of my thighs trying to get in and out of the bed. I had to wipe out the drawers before we could put our clothes in.
Plus points , within walking distance of the ferry lots of shops, bars, restaurants et cetera. Food in the bar a bit hit and miss but some stuff very nice. Quite fairly priced, clean good quality towels, even though I would say any at level cleanliness is a must and a basic., missing at this property. Negative points, very tired and dirty decor, lots of narrow steep flights of stairs, no wardrobe, no offer of help to carry bags up the flights of stairs when shown to you're room ,even though it was a very young gentleman and we are older ladies, the young female member of staff in the bar was very rude and intolerant, tiny room I've bruises all of my thighs trying to get in and out of the bed. I had to wipe out the drawers before we could put our clothes in.
FAQs about The Anchor Inn
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is from 14:00 to 23:00, and check-out time is by 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located within a 5-minute walk of RedJet Ferry Terminal and Cowes Harbour. It is 14.7 miles from Southampton Cruise Terminal and 13.3 miles from Gunwharf Quays.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not provided.
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Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
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