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Rooms
Double with Sea View
Our Double Sea View room is suitable for 2 adults sharing. Extra beds and cots subject to availability upon request and carry a surcharge. Balconies are not included in this room type. Sea views are included in this room type. This room type has either a solid double bed or a zip and link. Bathroom types vary in this room type. This room is on our top floor. Tea and coffee making facilities, toiletries and safe included. Wi-Fi available. Hairdryers and fridge supplied. Some rooms in this room type have drawers instead of a wardrobe. In collaboration with The Scottish Fine Soaps Company.
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Double with Balcony and Sea View
Our Double Sea View Balcony room is suitable for 2 adults sharing. Extra beds and cots subject to availability upon request and carry a surcharge. Balconies are included in this room type. Sea views are included in this room type. This room type has either a solid double bed or a zip and link. Bathroom types vary in this room type. Floors for this room type vary. Tea and coffee making facilities, toiletries and safe included. Wi-Fi available. Hairdryers and fridge supplied. In collaboration with The Scottish Fine Soaps Company.
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Economy Double with Sea View (Compact)
Our Economy Double room is suitable for sole use or 2 adults sharing. Extra beds and cots are not available in this room type. Balconies are not included in this room type. Sea views are included in this room type. Walk-in shower included. This room is compact and does not have a wardrobe. Walk-in Shower included. This room has a double bed. This room is on our top floor. Tea and coffee making facilities, toiletries and safe included. Wi-Fi available. Hairdryers and fridge supplied. In collaboration with The Scottish Fine Soaps Company.
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Family with Sea View
Our Family Sea View room is suitable for 2 adults and 2 children. Extra beds and cots subject to availability upon request and carry a surcharge. Balconies are not included in this room type. Sea views are included in this room type. Bath and shower included. 1 double bed and bunk beds (Bunk beds only suitable for children or teens). Floors for this room type vary. Tea and coffee making facilities, toiletries and safe included. Wi-Fi available. Hairdryers and fridge supplied. In collaboration with The Scottish Fine Soaps Company.
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Family with Balcony and Sea View
Our Family Sea View Balcony room is suitable for 2 adults and 2 children. Extra beds and cots subject to availability upon request and carry a surcharge. Balconies are included in this room type. Sea views are included in this room type. Bath and shower included. 1 double bed and bunk beds (Bunk beds only suitable for children or teens). This room is on our middle floor. Tea and coffee making facilities, toiletries and safe included. Wi-Fi available. Hairdryers and fridge supplied. This is an end balcony. In collaboration with The Scottish Fine Soaps Company. (Please note this room is located above the restaurant).
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Twin with Sea View (2 Single Beds)
Our Twin Sea View room is suitable for 2 adults sharing. Extra beds and cots subject to availability upon request and carry a surcharge. Balconies are not included in this room type. Sea views are included in this room type. Bath and Shower included in this room type. This room type 2 single beds which can also be used as a zip and link super-king upon prior to arrival request. This room is on our top floor. Tea and coffee making facilities, toiletries and safe included. Wi-Fi available. Hairdryers and fridge supplied. In collaboration with The Scottish Fine Soaps Company.
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New rooms as of March 2023!
Deluxe Double with Balcony and Sea View
Our Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View is suitable for 2 adults sharing. Extra beds and cots subject to availability upon request and carry a surcharge. Balconies are included in this room type. Sea views are included in this room type. This room type has a solid king bed. Bath and shower included. This room is on our middle floor. Tea and coffee making facilities, toiletries and safe included. Wi-Fi available. Hairdryers and fridge supplied. This is our larges double room in house with a uniquely rounded balcony. This is an end balcony. In collaboration with The Scottish Fine Soaps Company (please note this room is located above the bar).
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New room as of April 2023!
Superior Double Sea View Balcony
Our Superior Double Sea View Balcony room is suitable for 2 adults sharing. Extra beds and cots subject to availability upon request and carry a surcharge. Balconies are included in this room type. Sea views are included in this room type. This room type has either a solid double bed. Bathroom types vary in this room type. Floors for this room type vary. Tea and coffee making facilities, toiletries and safe included. Wi-Fi available. Hairdryers and fridge supplied. In collaboration with The Scottish Fine Soaps Company. Formerly room 23. This room has the largest balcony in house and is on reception level.
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Charles Dickens (no less) described Ventnor as “The prettiest place I ever saw in my life, at home or abroad"
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The Wellington Hotel stands as a testament to history, once a Victorian gentleman’s residence, now transformed into a charming boutique-style B&B nestled proudly overlooking Ventnor Bay. Rescued from dereliction after four years of neglect, this Victorian Villa has been lovingly restored by a dedicated family, breathing new life into this former bustling tourist hotspot. Embrace the charm of yesteryear with its delightful quirks, such as slanted floors and original features, while enjoying the comforting ambiance and relaxed energy throughout your stay.
Perched just steps away from the southernmost beach on the Isle of Wight, our hotel boasts 23 comfortable ensuite bedrooms, each offering picturesque views of the sea just 100 yards ahead. Accessible via our very own private steps, you'll find yourself immersed in tranquility and natural beauty. We pride ourselves on providing quality accommodations, friendly service, and a first-class environment, where the comfort and happiness of our guests are paramount.
Ventnor boasts a stunning beach with a gentle slope, composed of sand and fine shingle, nestled within a sheltered bay. As the southernmost beach on the Isle of Wight, it enjoys popularity throughout the year, yet maintains a tranquil atmosphere even during the busiest summer months. Framed by the Victorian town's picturesque tiers, this beach features a charming mix of red shingle and golden sand, complemented by vintage beach huts available for daily hire from the hut on the seawall.
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We recognise that travel expenses can add up, which is why we've partnered with Wightlink Ferries LTD to provide you with more affordable crossings. Upon confirming your reservation with The Wellington Hotel, you'll gain access to a special booking link with Wightlink featuring our pre-negotiated rates. Booking your ferry is simple—all you'll need is your reservation reference number. Enjoy seamless travel arrangements with us!
Attractions
The Needles Landmark Attraction
The Needles is a row of three stacks of chalk that rise about 30 metres out of the sea off the western extremity of the Isle of Wight in the English Channel, United Kingdom. The Needles Landmark Attraction has things to do for the whole family, including a spectacular chairlift.
Osborne House English Heritage
The house and estate created by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert at Osborne are unrivalled for the intimate insight they give us into their private lives. This seaside retreat from court life gave them the chance to indulge their interests and express their tastes. It is truly their creation, from the replica Swiss Cottage where their children learned housekeeping to the extraordinary Durbar Room, a tribute to the queen’s love of India.
Delve into Osborne’s history and the lives of Victoria, Albert and their children here.
Carisbrooke Castle English Heritage
Sitting high and proud at the heart of the Isle of Wight, Carisbrooke Castle has been an artillery fortress, king's prison and a royal summer residence. Today it's the quintessential romantic castle, with plenty to see and enjoy in the fresh open air. Experience far reaching panoramic views from high castle walls, or wander the moat to discover King Charles I's bowling green. Enjoy the tranquil Princess Beatrice Garden and stunning St Nicholas' Chapel, all before meeting the adorable Carisbrooke donkeys.
Ventnor Botanic Garden
Open all year round, boasting an impressive collection of over 30,000 rare and sub-tropical plants and trees. Spread across 22 acres of gardens, our plantings are based on geographical regions from around the Globe.
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Our beautifully preserved award-winning railway creates the perfect backdrop to your special day out. Marvel at the majestic steam engines, beautifully restored comfortable period carriages and charming rural stations. Our friendly staff are dressed in traditional Southern Railway uniforms, adding to the charm and feeling of being in a different era of time. A trip to the Isle of Wight Steam Railway is guaranteed family-fun and will leave you with memories that will last a lifetime.
Shanklin Chine
Shanklin Chine, the Island’s oldest visitor attraction that’s been drawing visitors for over 200 years with its natural beauty and wonder. Explore the extraordinary. When visiting us you’ll be amazed by the main waterfall, tumbling down the cliff edge from 45 feet and our second, which is equally as stunning, falling from 29 feet.
Ventnor Tennis Club
Pay and Play £15 an hour - Book Tennis Court
Prioritising your fitness and passion is paramount, even during staycations. No need to worry, because Ventnor Tennis Club is conveniently nearby, offering court hire.
Ventnor Tennis Club is a charming and intimate space, characterised by its warm and welcoming atmosphere fostered by a team brimming with friendliness and enthusiasm.
Nestled amidst the enchanting Mediterranean Holme oak forest, Ventnor Tennis Club settled into the slopes of St. Boniface Downs to the north, offering a picturesque setting for tennis enthusiasts. Boasting four courts, the club provides glimpses of the charming town below and the glistening sea to the south.
Please be advised: For non-members, kindly reach out via email ljlouise@icloud.com or contact Linda on 07971 298367 to make your booking and arrange access to the court. Please provide at least 2 hours' notice for your booking to ensure timely access. Balls/rackets included.
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