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The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin

4.0 star property
Victorian B&B within walking distance of Shanklin Beach

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Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed
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Located near a train station, The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin is a great choice for a stay in Shanklin. Guests will have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Other highlights at this Victorian bed & breakfast include a terrace and a garden.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Ferry terminal shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Communal living room
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area
  • Newspapers in lobby (surcharge)

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout curtains

Room options

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Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Select Comfort bed
Blackout curtains
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Select Comfort bed
Blackout curtains
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

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10 St Georges Road, Shanklin, England, PO37 6BA

What's nearby

  • Shanklin Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Shanklin Old Village - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shanklin Chine - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sandown Beach - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Ventnor Beach - 8 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Southampton (SOU) - 113 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 136 min drive
  • Sandown Station - 5 min drive
  • Shanklin Station - 7 min walk
  • Lake Station - 25 min walk
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Shanklin Chine - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Laburnum Cottage Tea Rooms - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dragon Pearl Chinese Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Copper Kettle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Townhouse Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin

Located near a train station, The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin is a great choice for a stay in Shanklin. Guests will have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Other highlights at this Victorian bed & breakfast include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English

More about this property

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At a glance

Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 16
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests should be aware that dogs reside at this property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests who wish to book ferry tickets are encouraged to contact the property before arrival to pre-book it and receive a discounted price.
    • Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16

Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) are not allowed
    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • On-site parking only available on request
    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking is limited (max. 1 space per unit)
    • Free off-site parking within 7 ft
    • Street parking available

Transfers

    • Ferry terminal shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
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Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1866
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Bike parking
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Victorian architecture
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • CD player

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Selected Comfort mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Bath or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-in between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 27 November and 31 January.

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking

Policies

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

The Swiss Cottage Shanklin
The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin Shanklin
The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin Bed & breakfast
The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin Bed & breakfast Shanklin
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin currently open?

The property is closed between 27 November and 31 January.

Are pets allowed at The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin and nearby?

The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin has a garden.

What's the area around The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin like?

The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin is a short 7-minute walk from Shanklin Station and 6 minutes' walk from Shanklin Beach.

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The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was ample, inclusive, and freshly cooked, with a great selection and excellent service. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Great place host are fantastic
5-night trip

10/10

2nd visit just a very good place to stay can't fault this facility very well looked after
5-night trip

10/10

Very well looked after, very clean and friendly and an excellent breakfast 😃😃
3-night trip

10/10

Good little hotel, thanks
3-night trip

10/10

Well run, very tidy and clean, cannot thank them enough.
4-night trip

10/10

Great hosts, nice rooms, grand breakfasts. All positives and no negatives.
3-night trip

10/10

Had a really lovely stay . room was lovely and clean comfortable bed . Tasty home cooked breakfast . Good central location. Really good value for money . Hosts were friendly and helpful . Thank you for a lovely stay we had a lovely few days
3-night trip

10/10

My sister and I had a wonderful time on our stay at the Swiss Cottage premises were very clean and well maintained, breakfast was excellent and there was lots of choice in the menu all in all a wonderful stay Christine couldn't have been more helpful.
4-night trip

10/10

This has to be the best place I have ever stayed in. Keith is a absolute gem and just genuinely a nice fella Christian is lovely aswell Stay here for the legends of a married couple that make you feel welcome and appreciated Thank you
4-night trip

10/10

Excellent, they have really thought if everything . Parking was a bit difficult with it being tight
3-night trip

10/10

Really lovely Keith and Christine couldn’t be more helpful, would definitely go back
3-night trip

8/10

First class breakfast and service. Poor car parking at front of property.
6-night trip

10/10

Keith and Christine who own this hotel, are very friendly and welcoming. The property is in a perfect location. Short walk to beach, Old Village, transport. The place is spotlessly clean. There are extra toiletries in the rooms, ex. face cleansing pads. complimentary water on first night. Small fridge in room. Breakfast was good. I would recommend it.
3-night trip

8/10

Half way between seafront and Old Village. Able to access seafront and restaurants easily. Need to reserve table for food most evenings at restaurants.
7-night trip

10/10

Our hosts went above and beyond to be helpful and kept us well-informed. Our room was most comfortable. Breakfasts were served speedily and offered us choices eg it's been a long time since I had such excellent kippers. I loved the way our hosts would advise us of the flattest route to where we wanted to go! We left with warm feelings for our stay on Isle of Wight
5-night trip

10/10

Swiss Cottage is a good quality, very clean well run Guest House/B&B. It is located close to public transport links and is within walking distance of the old town and esplanade/beach area. Keith and Christine have taken care to add little touches in the guest rooms like a bottle of water on arrival and a good selection of toiletries in case you had forgotten something. Our bed was very comfortable. We had everything we needed in our room and en-suite. The freshly cooked breakfast set you up for the day. We enjoyed a chat with Keith each morning at breakfast and if we wanted any help or information, all we had to do was ask. We would happily stay there again. Connie and John
3-night trip

8/10

Overall ticks all the boxes . In some need of updating , decor , furniture . Mattress too soft for me , a topper or new one would be ideal. Parking was fine. An altercation with the owner and a guest at 1.30 am on my second night didn’t help my sleep . Whilst my room was next door to the entrance , and in all probability not the fault of the owner , regardless , there are other guests in the accommodation to consider. Overall decent for the price .
3-night trip

6/10

Bar was not open and was told we were not allowed to take a drink into our room. The bed was awful...too low and felt every spring. Did not sleep at all well. Water far too hot in the bathroom and not showing any warnings of scolding water. Shower over the bath was on a mixer pump which either scolded you or froze you before a comfortable temperature was obtained. The shower screen was fixed to the bath making it very difficult to get in and out of the bath.
4-night trip

10/10

3-night trip

6/10

3-night trip

8/10

3-night trip

10/10

4-night trip

10/10

5-night trip

10/10

3-night trip

10/10

3-night trip