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Bed and Breakfast Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight

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Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight

31 Dover Street, Ryde, PO33 2BW, United Kingdom – Great location - show map

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8.2
Very Good
533 reviews
  • Facilities

    7.7

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.0

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Location

    8.9

  • Total

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

Very friendly staff and nothing was too much trouble.

Rebecca United Kingdom

breakfast was carried out with three sittings because of the corona virus so everybody could have breakfast , me and my son had porridge , then a cooked breakfast we ordered scrambled egg instead of a fried egg , with bacon , sausage , hash brown , coffee was brought to our table which we ordered along with toast , the staff were very nice and helpful ,

John United Kingdom

The breakfast was amazing - plenty of food to fill you up, and really good! And in terms of the room, I think I had the best shower of my life (but it might have been also because I was knackered). The room was very clean, the bed was very comfy, and just as I was about to leave I was greeted by a gorgeous cat, which made the whole visit better.

Alexandra United Kingdom

The vegetarian breakfast was excellent and they're not mean about toast or butter portions! The room was nicely decorated and the bed comfortable. Free wifi is good and Michael and his colleagues are hard working and helpful. The location is good and there are some lovely looking houses in the area. The shower was better on this visit!

Max United Kingdom

It was a very relaxing stay, a cosy, compact, clean hotel with very good location and caring staff. I'll be back if I'm in Ryde.

Lela Georgia

Good value for money, quiet location away from the seafront, but easy walk to town. Helpful staff.

Mrs United Kingdom

Great hotel right in the centre of town and a short walk to the beach. Very comfortable and quiet rooms with a nice bathroom and bed. Great breakfast with a vegetarian choice and lots of food. Also great to have a secure bike storage location! Try to take a shower during off peak times as you will get more hot water.

Rebecca Canada

Clean, spacious and warm. TV and tea/coffee making facilities provided. Clean functional en suite shower room. Room was great for my brief stay A freshly cooked breakfast was delivered to room due to covid restrictions. Breakfast was well cooked and substantial.

Debra United Kingdom

Friendly staff, excellent approach to covid 19 rules enduring all were adhered too . Felt safe . Excellent effort to look after guests .

David United Kingdom

Very polite , helpful and informative staff, always very helpful. The rooms were clean and beautifully presented . Breakfast was excellent, cooked to perfection, and plenty of orange juice , tea and coffee on offer! The bed in my room was comfortable and the the bedding warm and clean ,, excellent!

Paul United Kingdom

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8.2
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533 reviews
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  • “Very friendly staff and nothing was too much trouble.”
    Rebecca Rebecca United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “breakfast was carried out with three sittings because of the corona virus so everybody could have breakfast , me and my son had porridge , then a cooked breakfast we ordered scrambled egg instead of a...”
    John John United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The breakfast was amazing - plenty of food to fill you up, and really good! And in terms of the room, I think I had the best shower of my life (but it might have been also because I was knackered).”
    Alexandra Alexandra United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The vegetarian breakfast was excellent and they're not mean about toast or butter portions! The room was nicely decorated and the bed comfortable.”
    Max Max United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “It was a very relaxing stay, a cosy, compact, clean hotel with very good location and caring staff. I'll be back if I'm in Ryde.”
    Lela Lela Georgia Georgia
  • “Good value for money, quiet location away from the seafront, but easy walk to town. Helpful staff.”
    Mrs Mrs United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Great hotel right in the centre of town and a short walk to the beach. Very comfortable and quiet rooms with a nice bathroom and bed. Great breakfast with a vegetarian choice and lots of food.”
    Rebecca Rebecca Canada Canada
  • “Clean, spacious and warm. TV and tea/coffee making facilities provided. Clean functional en suite shower room.”
    Debra Debra United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Friendly staff, excellent approach to covid 19 rules enduring all were adhered too . Felt safe . Excellent effort to look after guests .”
    David David United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Very polite , helpful and informative staff, always very helpful. The rooms were clean and beautifully presented .”
    Paul Paul United Kingdom United Kingdom

One of our top picks in Ryde. Centrally located in Ryde on the Isle of Wight, Dorset House is just an 8-minute walk from 6 miles of sandy beaches. The hotel features a large car park, available to all guests for free. Guests can enjoy the bar and lounge. There is free WiFi throughout the property.

Bedrooms at Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight are individually decorated and they all feature tea/coffee making facilities, a Freeview TV. Some offer sea views across the Solent.

Guests can make use of laptops, provided by Dorset House. There is also a garden for guests to enjoy.

This bed and breakfast is just 900 feet from the Seafront Esplanade and a 3-minute walk from the hovercraft, bus and railway stations.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Free WiFi
Family rooms
Bar
Beachfront

낍 Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

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Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

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8.2
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533 reviews
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  • Rebecca United Kingdom

    “Very friendly staff and nothing was too much trouble.”

  • John United Kingdom

    “breakfast was carried out with three sittings because of the corona virus so everybody could have breakfast , me and my son had porridge , then a cooked breakfast we ordered scrambled egg instead of a fried egg , with bacon , sausage , hash brown , coffee was brought to our table which we ordered along with toast , the staff were very nice and helpful ,” Read more

  • Alexandra United Kingdom

    “The breakfast was amazing - plenty of food to fill you up, and really good! And in terms of the room, I think I had the best shower of my life (but it might have been also because I was knackered). The room was very clean, the bed was very comfy, and just as I was about to leave I was greeted by a gorgeous cat, which made the whole visit better.” Read more

  • Max United Kingdom

    “The vegetarian breakfast was excellent and they're not mean about toast or butter portions! The room was nicely decorated and the bed comfortable. Free wifi is good and Michael and his colleagues are hard working and helpful. The location is good and there are some lovely looking houses in the area. The shower was better on this visit!” Read more

  • Lela Georgia

    “It was a very relaxing stay, a cosy, compact, clean hotel with very good location and caring staff. I'll be back if I'm in Ryde.”

  • Mrs United Kingdom

    “Good value for money, quiet location away from the seafront, but easy walk to town. Helpful staff.”

  • Rebecca Canada

    “Great hotel right in the centre of town and a short walk to the beach. Very comfortable and quiet rooms with a nice bathroom and bed. Great breakfast with a vegetarian choice and lots of food. Also great to have a secure bike storage location! Try to take a shower during off peak times as you will get more hot water. ” Read more

  • Debra United Kingdom

    “Clean, spacious and warm. TV and tea/coffee making facilities provided. Clean functional en suite shower room. Room was great for my brief stay A freshly cooked breakfast was delivered to room due to covid restrictions. Breakfast was well cooked and substantial.” Read more

  • David United Kingdom

    “Friendly staff, excellent approach to covid 19 rules enduring all were adhered too . Felt safe . Excellent effort to look after guests .”

  • Paul United Kingdom

    “Very polite , helpful and informative staff, always very helpful. The rooms were clean and beautifully presented . Breakfast was excellent, cooked to perfection, and plenty of orange juice , tea and coffee on offer! The bed in my room was comfortable and the the bedding warm and clean ,, excellent!” Read more

Host Info

Host Review Score 8.9

We offer a large FREE CAR park at the rear of the house with parking for 20 vehicles.The house was built in 1842 and in 1862 became the foreign office for the Osbourne House estate during the reign of Queen Victoria.At the front of the building we have two cast iron pillows which represent two of her nine children these are grade one listed. The house is typical of many victoria establishments which makes Ryde quite unique. We have the added bonus of being able to see the sea from the hotel and admire many of today's largest cruise liners as they sail pass. The seafront and six miles of sandy beaches are within walking distance of the hotel and the many fine restaurants and public houses are a short stroll into town. We are very central but not in the noisy area.The present owners acquired the hotel in 1998. 23 rooms in total, all with freeview tv, hospitality tray and our dining room offers an extensive breakfast menu with many choices to start the day off. Licensed bar serving drinks and coffees and a selection of home made cakes.

Dover street in Ryde, is located withing a conservation area but within walking distance of the town centre, very close to the seafront in Ryde. Many of the building in Ryde were designed and planned during the reign of Queen Victoria and the Dorset House was once the foreign office during the reign of Queen Victoria. The hotel car park is out of view off road and accommodates 20 cars.

Languages spoken: English, Spanish

Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Spitbank Fort
    3.8 miles
  • Haslar Marina
    4.6 miles
  • Portsmouth Cathedral
    4.8 miles
  • Dinosaur Isle
    4.9 miles
  • Robin Hill
    4.9 miles
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
    5 miles
  • Gunwharf Quays
    5.1 miles
  • The University Library, University of Portsmouth
    5.2 miles
  • Osborne House
    5.2 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant MICHAELANGELO
    1 miles
  • Restaurant WETHERSPOONS
    0.3 miles
  • Restaurant OLIVOS
    0.3 miles
Top attractions
  • Mary Rose Museum
    5.5 miles
  • Port Solent
    8.2 miles
  • Chichester Harbor
    11.6 miles
Public transit
  • Train Portsmouth Harbour
    5.2 miles
Closest Airports
  • Southampton Airport
    17.6 miles
  • Bournemouth Airport
    30.1 miles
  • London Gatwick Airport
    52.4 miles
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Amenities of Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight

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Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Bar
Beachfront
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
  • Pets are not allowed.

Activities
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
Media & Technology
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
  • Free! WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Parking

    Free! Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking
  • Street parking
  • Secure parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Packed lunches
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

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2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Children over 10 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Dorset House does not accept single-sex groups of more than 6 people.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Please inform Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight

  • Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight is 1,000 feet from the center of Ryde.

  • Check-in at Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Beachfront
    • Beach

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight (subject to availability):

    • Parking
    • Free parking
    • On-site parking
    • Secure parking
    • Street parking
    • Accessible parking

  • Yes, Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Guests staying at Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet

  • The prices at Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight include:

    • Single
    • Twin
    • Double

  • The nearest beach is 1,300 feet from Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight.

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