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The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin

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Located close to Shanklin Beach and Sandown Beach, The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin provides a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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8.8 out of 10
Excellent
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Highlights

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

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

Located in Shanklin, The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin is in the historical district and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Shanklin Beach and Sandown Beach, while Isle of Wight Zoo and Blackgang Chine are popular local attractions. Ventnor Beach and Seaclose Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Shanklin travel guide
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Map
10 St Georges Road, Shanklin, England, PO37 6BA

What's nearby

  • June is a good time to visit - before the school holidays and a good chance of a few warm days.
    Shanklin Beach
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • One of the chocolate box thatched cottages on the isle of wight
    Shanklin Old Village
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stunning little sheltered beach with colourful huts ☀️
    Small Hope Beach
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • #lksawaydays on the #isleofwight spent some time at the very pleasant Shanklin
    Shanklin Chine
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shanklin Theatre
    6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Shanklin Station
    7 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU)
    113 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Falcon
    4 min walk
  • The Village Inn
    9 min walk
  • Bayside Fish & Chips
    7 min walk
  • The Plough & Barley Corn
    3 min walk
  • Fishermans Cottage
    9 min walk

About this property

The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin

Upscale bed & breakfast near Shanklin Beach
Located close to Sandown Beach and Isle of Wight Zoo, The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin provides a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A ferry terminal shuttle, bike parking and a TV in reception
  • Newspapers in the reception and luggage storage
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and free newspapers.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Recycling and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Designer toiletries, baths or showers and hairdryers
  • 32-inch LED TVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, CD players and free tea bags/instant coffee

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 2 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1866
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 27 November and 31 January.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 12 are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Swiss Cottage Hotel Shanklin
Swiss Cottage Shanklin
Swiss Cottage Shanklin Guesthouse
The Swiss Cottage Shanklin
The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin Shanklin
The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin Bed & breakfast
The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin Bed & breakfast Shanklin

Frequently asked questions

Is The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM for a fee.

What time is check-out at The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin located?

Situated by the sea, this bed & breakfast is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Shanklin Beach, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sandown Beach and Isle of Wight Zoo. Ventnor Beach and Seaclose Park are also within 9 mi (15 km). Shanklin Station is 7 minutes by foot and Lake Station is 25 minutes.

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Reviews

The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 71 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotlessly clean. All the little extras were thought about. Hosts were truly lovely people.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay.

Hosts were pleasant and friendly. Bedding was changed when I mentioned it was too warm. Good breakfast. Good room. Comfortable bed. Easy to arrange an extra night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well run, very tidy and clean, cannot thank them enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a poor welcome. Fortunately, I decided to stay and see how it worked out. The room was very comfortable and had lots of extras like a small fridge and a good selection of powdered drinks. The shower and toilet and hand basin were high quality with plenty of gels/soaps etc. Towels were high quality. The TV was good, plenty of cupboard and drawer spaces. However, it was impossible to receive emails and Internet. The East Esplanade was two minutes away and access to the Chine and beaches very easy. The bus station was close and access to shops good. I was there for 4 nights and had a very enjoyable time. I thought the separate price for breakfast of £10 was excessive and felt the advertised price should make clear that it was for accommodation only. It's B and not B&B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Situated midway between the beach and town centre, Swiss Cottage gave me a very comfortable stay, and a daily freshly cooked to order breakfast, all provided by the friendly hosts Christine and Keith
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place host are fantastic
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2nd visit just a very good place to stay can't fault this facility very well looked after
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very well looked after, very clean and friendly and an excellent breakfast 😃😃
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good little hotel, thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great, friendly stay

Great hosts, nice rooms, grand breakfasts. All positives and no negatives.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Excellent, they have really thought if everything . Parking was a bit difficult with it being tight
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely Keith and Christine couldn’t be more helpful, would definitely go back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gem in Shanklin

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
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
First class breakfast and service. Poor car parking at front of property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Vernon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Half way between seafront and Old Village. Able to access seafront and restaurants easily. Need to reserve table for food most evenings at restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good value , all the basics , needs an update

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 .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Never Again.

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incredible stay.

Wow, what an amazing, homely hotel. It felt like walking into a home with so many extra little touches that makes it so special. Keith and Christine and just so welcoming and will do anything to help. The room itself was exceptionally clean and tidy and plenty of room. The breakfast included each morning was ample and the selection available was very inclusive. Furthermore, they also both had amazing understanding of someone with 30+ allergies, and did everything to make it as inclusive as possible. As hosts both Christine and Keith were very welcoming and chatty, and were always helpful on where to eat out, or places to visit. But, they were also so lovely just to chat to, they are both such wonderful people and incredible hosts. When i return to the Isle of Wight, I most certainly be staying there again. I cant wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A most peaceful time

All good, not sure how it could be much better
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay for a business / sightseeing trip!

Really enjoyed staying here - really good rooms. Need to contact the hotel ASAP if you are arriving after 7pm though to arrange a late checkin fee.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021