Best Western New Holmwood Hotel, Cowes (Isle of Wight)
Overview
Situated nearly a 20-minute walk from Cowes Maritime Museum, the 3-star Best Western New Holmwood Hotel Cowes features Wi-Fi in public areas, and a car park on site. Here one can enjoy British cuisine while being located 1.2 km from Gurnard Beach.
Location
The hotel lies in the historical district of Cowes with easy access to Egypt Point, which is about a 5-minute walk away. Merely 1.2 km away you can visit Sir Max Aitken Museum.
This Cowes hotel is right by a harbour and hills, and the royal residence "Osborne House" is situated around 10 minutes away by car.
Best Western New Holmwood Hotel is located 65 km from Southampton airport and in the immediate vicinity of Egypt Hill bus stop.
Rooms
Offering comfortable decor with a carpeted floor, some of the rooms come with blackout curtains and a ceiling fan as well as a flat screen TV. Bathrooms include a bath and a walk-in shower, along with such comforts as a hairdryer and bath sheets. Guests can enjoy views of the sea from the property.
Eat & Drink
The Best Western features an à la carte restaurant and a lounge bar. This hotel is within 1 km of the café Richmonds Bakery.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Recommended for:
Wine-tasting eveningsThe hotel organizes exclusive wine-tasting evenings for guests, where they can sample a range of wines from the Isle of Wight, accompanied by cheese plates and nibbles.
Boat trips to Osbourne HouseThe hotel arranges private boat trips for guests to visit the famous Osbourne House, the former summer residence of Queen Victoria, situated just a short cruise away.
Gin-tasting masterclassesGin enthusiasts can participate in gin-tasting masterclasses organized by the hotel, where they can learn about the history, production methods, and sample various gins from local distilleries.
Cocktail-making workshopsGuests can participate in cocktail-making workshops led by the hotel's experienced mixologist, where they can learn how to mix signature cocktails using the freshest seasonal ingredients.
Olive oil tastingThe hotel arranges private olive oil tasting sessions showcasing some of the finest olive oil varieties, including local Isle of Wight olive oil.
Chocolate-making classesThe hotel offers chocolate-making classes for guests, where they can learn about the cocoa bean, tempering chocolate, and make their personalized chocolate creations to take home.
- Yoga classes
- Beachcombing and fossil hunting
- Craft workshops
- Heritage walks
- Farm visits
- Bird-watching
- Fishing tours
Location
Convenient Location
The area is near Cowes Yacht Haven, Cowes Maritime Museum, and Holy Trinity Church.
Historic Neighborhood
Cowes is a historic district known for its connection to sailing and maritime culture, featuring Osborne House and East Cowes Heritage Centre.
Local Bites to Try
The Anchor, The Lifeboat, and Murrays Seafood Restaurant offer British dishes, seafood, and local ales.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
