Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight

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

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.0/10! <small>(score from <b>1333</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.0
Scored 8
Very Good
Rated very good
1,334 reviews

Breakfast very nice, room comfortable and also bed comfortable

Peter United Kingdom
a dining room with wooden tables and white chairs at Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight in Ryde
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Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight

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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 300 yards 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 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
1 full bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.3
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  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Breakfast very nice, room comfortable and also bed comfortable”
  • Billy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “For the value of money,location, breakfast and friendliness of staff, and free parking, I would really recommend it.”
  • Wendy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location and accessibility to the town centre shops and sea front. Free parking on site. They accommodated special food request.”

Managed by Michael Baker

Company review score: 9Based on 1,326 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Michael has worked in the hotel industry for the past 40 years running large and small hotels and public houses in Brighton and Hove. Moved to the Isle of Wight in 1998 when I purchased the Dorset Hotel. works seven days a week and can usually be found on reception or in the kitchen cooking breakfast.

Property info

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 victorian 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 tv, hospitality tray and our dining room offers an extensive breakfast menu with many choices to start the day off. The photos on the website are for guideline purposes only as all rooms are individually decorated and no guarantee is given that you will end up in the room featured.

Neighborhood info

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.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Packed lunches
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Check-out

From 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 10 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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

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.

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.

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.

FAQs about Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight

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

    • Bicycle rental

  • Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight is 1,000 feet from the center of Ryde. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

    • Single
    • Twin
    • Double

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

  • 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.

  • The nearest beach is 2,150 feet from Dorset Hotel, Isle of Wight. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.