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The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin

4.0 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast in Shanklin with free parking

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Lobby sitting area
Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated
Reception
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Select Comfort bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single or Twin Room | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Single or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Select Comfort bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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10 St Georges Road, Shanklin, England, PO37 6BA

What's nearby

  • Shanklin Beach - 6 min walk
  • Shanklin Chine - 7 min walk
  • Shanklin Old Village - 8 min walk
  • Isle of Wight Zoo - 8 min drive
  • Sandown Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Shanklin Station - 7 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shanklin Chine - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Laburnum Cottage Tea Rooms - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dragon Pearl Chinese Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Copper Kettle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Townhouse Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin

Upscale bed & breakfast near Shanklin Beach
Located close to Sandown Beach and Isle of Wight Zoo, The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin provides a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A ferry terminal shuttle, newspapers in the lobby, and a TV in the lobby
  • Bicycle parking and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free newspapers.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Recycling and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Designer toiletries, tubs or showers, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LED TVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/closets, CD players, and free tea bags/instant coffee

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Free offsite parking within 7 ft
  • Street parking available
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Things to do

  • Bike parking

Conveniences

  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • TV in lobby
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • CD player
  • Digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Free newspapers
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Local maps
  • Recycling
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that dogs reside at this property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests who wish to book ferry tickets are encouraged to contact the property before arrival to pre-book it and receive a discounted price.
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 27 and January 31.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 12 are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

Swiss Cottage Hotel Shanklin
Swiss Cottage Shanklin
Swiss Cottage Shanklin Guesthouse
The Swiss Cottage Shanklin
The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin Shanklin
The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin Bed & breakfast
The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin Bed & breakfast Shanklin

Frequently asked questions

Is The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 7:00 PM–10:00 PM for a fee.

What time is check-out at The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin located?

Situated by the sea, this bed & breakfast is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Shanklin Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sandown Beach and Isle of Wight Zoo. Ventnor Beach and Seaclose Park are also within 9 mi (15 km). Shanklin Station is 7 minutes by foot and Lake Station is 25 minutes.

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The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 64 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2nd visit just a very good place to stay can't fault this facility very well looked after
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well run, very tidy and clean, cannot thank them enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very well looked after, very clean and friendly and an excellent breakfast 😃😃
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good little hotel, thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a really lovely stay . room was lovely and clean comfortable bed . Tasty home cooked breakfast . Good central location. Really good value for money . Hosts were friendly and helpful . Thank you for a lovely stay we had a lovely few days
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gem in Shanklin
This has to be the best place I have ever stayed in. Keith is a absolute gem and just genuinely a nice fella Christian is lovely aswell Stay here for the legends of a married couple that make you feel welcome and appreciated Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My sister and I had a wonderful time on our stay at the Swiss Cottage premises were very clean and well maintained, breakfast was excellent and there was lots of choice in the menu all in all a wonderful stay Christine couldn't have been more helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
First class breakfast and service. Poor car parking at front of property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great, friendly stay
Great hosts, nice rooms, grand breakfasts. All positives and no negatives.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely Keith and Christine couldn’t be more helpful, would definitely go back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Excellent, they have really thought if everything . Parking was a bit difficult with it being tight
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Keith and Christine who own this hotel, are very friendly and welcoming. The property is in a perfect location. Short walk to beach, Old Village, transport. The place is spotlessly clean. There are extra toiletries in the rooms, ex. face cleansing pads. complimentary water on first night. Small fridge in room. Breakfast was good. I would recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Vernon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Half way between seafront and Old Village. Able to access seafront and restaurants easily. Need to reserve table for food most evenings at restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our hosts went above and beyond to be helpful and kept us well-informed. Our room was most comfortable. Breakfasts were served speedily and offered us choices eg it's been a long time since I had such excellent kippers. I loved the way our hosts would advise us of the flattest route to where we wanted to go! We left with warm feelings for our stay on Isle of Wight
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good value , all the basics , needs an update
Overall ticks all the boxes . In some need of updating , decor , furniture . Mattress too soft for me , a topper or new one would be ideal. Parking was fine. An altercation with the owner and a guest at 1.30 am on my second night didn’t help my sleep . Whilst my room was next door to the entrance , and in all probability not the fault of the owner , regardless , there are other guests in the accommodation to consider. Overall decent for the price .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Swiss Cottage is a good quality, very clean well run Guest House/B&B. It is located close to public transport links and is within walking distance of the old town and esplanade/beach area. Keith and Christine have taken care to add little touches in the guest rooms like a bottle of water on arrival and a good selection of toiletries in case you had forgotten something. Our bed was very comfortable. We had everything we needed in our room and en-suite. The freshly cooked breakfast set you up for the day. We enjoyed a chat with Keith each morning at breakfast and if we wanted any help or information, all we had to do was ask. We would happily stay there again. Connie and John
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Never Again.
Bar was not open and was told we were not allowed to take a drink into our room. The bed was awful...too low and felt every spring. Did not sleep at all well. Water far too hot in the bathroom and not showing any warnings of scolding water. Shower over the bath was on a mixer pump which either scolded you or froze you before a comfortable temperature was obtained. The shower screen was fixed to the bath making it very difficult to get in and out of the bath.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melvyn

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible stay.
Wow, what an amazing, homely hotel. It felt like walking into a home with so many extra little touches that makes it so special. Keith and Christine and just so welcoming and will do anything to help. The room itself was exceptionally clean and tidy and plenty of room. The breakfast included each morning was ample and the selection available was very inclusive. Furthermore, they also both had amazing understanding of someone with 30+ allergies, and did everything to make it as inclusive as possible. As hosts both Christine and Keith were very welcoming and chatty, and were always helpful on where to eat out, or places to visit. But, they were also so lovely just to chat to, they are both such wonderful people and incredible hosts. When i return to the Isle of Wight, I most certainly be staying there again. I cant wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022