The Union Inn - Cowes (Isle of Wight)

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The Union Inn - Cowes (Isle of Wight)
Watchouse Lane, Cowes (Isle of Wight), United Kingdom·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Location9.5
Staff9.3
Free WiFi9.2
Value for money9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Who stays here
Couples43%
Families19%
Groups18%
Solo18%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Location9.5
Staff9.3
Free WiFi9.2
Value for money9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Who stays here
Couples43%
Families19%
Groups18%
Solo18%

Award-winning historic pub with individually styled boutique rooms in Cowes

Dining & Real Ales

The Union Inn's restaurant serves traditional home-cooked meals prepared with fresh local produce. The bar stocks a range of real ales and offers special diet menus, including kids' meals and options for various dietary needs. A continental breakfast is served in the Lounge Bar, with tea/coffee maker provided in each room.

Individually Styled Rooms

Each of the 6 rooms at The Union Inn is individually styled and features a private shower room, flat-screen TV, and a CD/DVD player. Select rooms offer views of the water, as noted by guests who stayed in room 6. All rooms include tea/coffee making facilities, ironing equipment, and free bottled water with glass bottles.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The Union Inn stands just a 5-minute walk from Cowes marina and 700 ft from the Cowes ferry terminal, making access to the Isle of Wight straightforward. Guests are within walking distance of historic yacht clubs, including the Royal London Yacht Club, and the hotel earned an excellent location score of 9.2. Nearby attractions include Osborne House and the Cowes Harbour seafront.

Family-Friendly Accommodations

The hotel offers family rooms and provides board games/puzzles for children. Kids' meals are available on the dining menu, and the covered courtyard offers al fresco seating for families. Guests noted the pub's character and the friendliness of the young staff, who offer in-depth local recommendations.

Award-Winning Hospitality

The Union Inn won recognition on Channel 4's Four in a Bed series, highlighting its hospitality and value. The pub is the oldest in Cowes and maintains a historic ambiance with seafaring paraphernalia decor. Staff provide knowledgeable local area advice, and the hotel offers luggage storage for guests exploring after checkout.

  • Location: 700 ft from Cowes ferry, 5-min walk to marina
  • Rooms: 6 individually styled boutique rooms with water views
  • Dining: Traditional home-cooked meals & real ales
  • Award: Winner on Channel 4's Four in a Bed
  • Family: Family rooms, board games, kids' meals
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:00
from 06:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 10.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:7
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Rooms and availability

Small Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Guest Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Breakfast

In-room breakfast

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Union Inn

💵 Lowest room price 114 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 38.3 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Southampton, SOU

Location

Watchouse Lane, Cowes (Isle of Wight), United Kingdom
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Watchouse Lane, Cowes (Isle of Wight), United Kingdom
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Reviews of The Union Inn

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