The Fountain Inn
High Street, Cowes PO31 7AW England
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If you’re looking for a hotel in Cowes, look no further than The Fountain Inn.
The Fountain Inn is a hotel offering a flat screen TV and a desk in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free wifi is offered to guests.
Plus, guests can enjoy free breakfast, which has made this a popular choice among travellers visiting Cowes.
If you like Italian restaurants, The Fountain Hotel is conveniently located near Toninos Italian Restaurant.
During your visit, be sure to check out popular attractions like Northwood Park (0.2 mi) and Kendalls Fine Art (0.2 mi), which are all within walking distance of the hotel.
The staff at The Fountain Inn looks forward to serving you during your upcoming visit.
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Property amenities
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Free breakfast
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Non-smoking hotel
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Wake-up service / alarm clock
Coffee / tea maker
Flatscreen TV
Hair dryer
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Non-smoking rooms
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Centrally Located
Harbour View
Languages Spoken
English
Location
High Street, Cowes PO31 7AW England
Getting there
Great for walkers
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The Fountain Inn garners accolades for its quintessential British charm and spirited evening pursuits, such as live music and quizzes. Guests have called out the spotless premises and the commendable service from staff who exhibit exceptional care, particularly for those with pets.
Despite some concerns over dated room decor and potential noise disturbances, the hotel's prime location near key attractions and public transit is a highlight for many. Travelers also value the discounts on food and the overall cleanliness, although the lack of modern amenities and limited parking are noted drawbacks.
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Three of us booked for a couple of nights here and were not disappointed.
The rooms were spacious and they needed to be as the beds in both our rooms were enormous. The beds were also comfortable.
Every member of the staff that we encountered was both friendly and helpful, a credit to the business.
The breakfast menu was extensive as was the dinner menu, typical Greene King. We dined in on only one of our two nights, taking advantage of the 20% discount for residents. A good offer.
All food lived upto expectation.
The location of the hotel in East Cowes is ideal, waterside and in the town.
There is no parking at the hotel but it is readily available very close by at a reasonable cost, Free 6pm-8am and £1 for two hours thereafter.
All in all we had an enjoyable stay and would not hesitate to return her.
The rooms were spacious and they needed to be as the beds in both our rooms were enormous. The beds were also comfortable.
Every member of the staff that we encountered was both friendly and helpful, a credit to the business.
The breakfast menu was extensive as was the dinner menu, typical Greene King. We dined in on only one of our two nights, taking advantage of the 20% discount for residents. A good offer.
All food lived upto expectation.
The location of the hotel in East Cowes is ideal, waterside and in the town.
There is no parking at the hotel but it is readily available very close by at a reasonable cost, Free 6pm-8am and £1 for two hours thereafter.
All in all we had an enjoyable stay and would not hesitate to return her.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from thefountaininncowes, Manager at The Fountain Inn
Responded 6 Mar 2020
Hi Gooner Gav So glad to hear that you enjoyed not only your time here with us but also on the Island itself. We hope you had a safe journey home and look forward to seeing you again when you next visit the Island. Thank you again for all your kind comments The Fountain Inn Team
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My husband and I just completed a three night stay at the Fountain Inn in Cowes. The location of the hotel is incredibly convenient for anyone arriving at the Isle of Wight using the Red Jet ferry service from Southampton. It is one of the first buildings you see when exiting the ferry terminal. We arrived at the hotel mid-morning and were able to store our luggage easily before heading out for a day of sight seeing. When we checked into our room we found clean, but basic, accommodations. There was no air conditioning in our room and the hotel does not have a lift so we needed to carry our luggage up four flights of stairs.
The best part of our stay was the service we received from the friendly staff. We ate breakfast at the hotel all three mornings and were served by Nicki, who looked after our every need with thoughtfulness and efficiency. The kitchen staff did a fantastic job - our meals were delicious and there was a great variety of choices. We also had dinner at the hotel one evening and had a similarly positive experience with outstanding service and delicious food for a very reasonable price. Our overall impression of the Fountain Inn was that was a 2 star hotel with a 5 star staff.
The best part of our stay was the service we received from the friendly staff. We ate breakfast at the hotel all three mornings and were served by Nicki, who looked after our every need with thoughtfulness and efficiency. The kitchen staff did a fantastic job - our meals were delicious and there was a great variety of choices. We also had dinner at the hotel one evening and had a similarly positive experience with outstanding service and delicious food for a very reasonable price. Our overall impression of the Fountain Inn was that was a 2 star hotel with a 5 star staff.
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Date of stay: September 2021
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Room Tip: I would recommend requesting a room on a lower floor.
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Response from Greene King, Marketing at The Fountain Inn
Responded 13 Oct 2021
Thank you so much for taking the time to give us your feedback we really appreciate it and we will pass it along to all the team especially Nicki. We hope to see you again on any of your future visits to the Island Kind Regards
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Overall, had a good one night stay. The service was excellent and staff very helpful and friendly. Our attic double room was a bit hot and stuffy (better once we worked out how to turn the heated tower rail off) and the wifi didn't work. The room was very spacious more an apartment than a standard double room. So nice to have a seperate mini lounge to spread out!
The range offered for breakfast is excellent including a range of cooked options. Would come here again as is well located for pubs and restaurants.
The range offered for breakfast is excellent including a range of cooked options. Would come here again as is well located for pubs and restaurants.
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Date of stay: August 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Greene King, Marketing at The Fountain Inn
Responded 7 Dec 2021
Sorry for the late reply. Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback this will helped us to move the business forward.
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Booked our stay last minute for the bank holiday. Due to the last minute booking, three separate rooms were available. Once we got there the staff were able to let us stay in the same room all three night!
Everyone on the team was very attentive and so kind. If you ever stay here (which we highly recommend you do) make sure to say hi to Andy. He was so friendly, kind, and absolutely hilarious! Thanks to him and his wife our stay at the Fountain Inn was amazing. We look forward to coming back soon. Thank you so much Andy!
The rooms were well kept and nicely decorated. Rooms were cleaned daily and Covid procedures were in place which made us feel safe. Beautiful views of the streets are visible from the rooms.
Highly recommend this beautiful hotel. Easily one of the best hotel experience. Great hospitality and even better staff.
Everyone on the team was very attentive and so kind. If you ever stay here (which we highly recommend you do) make sure to say hi to Andy. He was so friendly, kind, and absolutely hilarious! Thanks to him and his wife our stay at the Fountain Inn was amazing. We look forward to coming back soon. Thank you so much Andy!
The rooms were well kept and nicely decorated. Rooms were cleaned daily and Covid procedures were in place which made us feel safe. Beautiful views of the streets are visible from the rooms.
Highly recommend this beautiful hotel. Easily one of the best hotel experience. Great hospitality and even better staff.
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Greene King, Owner at The Fountain Inn
Responded 1 Sept 2020
Kxmilla, we are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience! Your recommendation means so much to us and we're so happy to have earned it. Thank you again for taking the time to let the world know about your positive experience. Have a great day!
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I was booked in at The Fountain to stay for 3 nights as I was visiting my grandson Dylan who stayed at The Fountain with us.
I must say I could not fault the place the rooms were spotless bedding changed everyday amazing.
The whole of the hotel adheres to the Covid 19 rules the minute you step through the door.
Andy and Nicola who run the place just carnt do enough for you. The staff are all polite friendly with full table service. I totally recommend The Fountain.
It is situated in an ideal place on the Isle of Wight. Boat Taxi the Redjet Foot passengers can walk 2 minutes and there is The Fountain a great great place.
Thank you Andy and Nicola and your very obliging staff. I will be returning. 😁
I must say I could not fault the place the rooms were spotless bedding changed everyday amazing.
The whole of the hotel adheres to the Covid 19 rules the minute you step through the door.
Andy and Nicola who run the place just carnt do enough for you. The staff are all polite friendly with full table service. I totally recommend The Fountain.
It is situated in an ideal place on the Isle of Wight. Boat Taxi the Redjet Foot passengers can walk 2 minutes and there is The Fountain a great great place.
Thank you Andy and Nicola and your very obliging staff. I will be returning. 😁
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Date of stay: September 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Greene King, Owner at The Fountain Inn
Responded 21 Sept 2020
Jeant966, we are so happy to read such a great review about Fountain Inn Cowes - Hotel! Thanks for taking the time to let us know how we did. Have a great day! We look forward to seeing you hopefully at Easter. Hope you had a safe journey back.
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Stayed here for 2 nights this past weekend with the other half. As usual the team were very welcoming and accommodating. I arrived much earlier than planned but was able to check in early thanks to the helpful lady who was on reception. The room was very large with a comfy bed and spotlessly clean. For £60 a night I thought this was exceptional value.
In the bar I was advised to download the app which I did, and it made ordering drinks very easy. I was pleased to see lots of COVID secure measures in place with all staff wearing PPE, one way systems, and lots of cleaning of tables and loos.
We didn’t eat in the restaurant on this trip but have done many times before and always found the food to be good value for money with generous portions.
The team in the bar and restaurant were fantastic- especially Andy the landlord who made everyone feel welcome.
Looking forward to a return trip once lockdown number 2 is over!
In the bar I was advised to download the app which I did, and it made ordering drinks very easy. I was pleased to see lots of COVID secure measures in place with all staff wearing PPE, one way systems, and lots of cleaning of tables and loos.
We didn’t eat in the restaurant on this trip but have done many times before and always found the food to be good value for money with generous portions.
The team in the bar and restaurant were fantastic- especially Andy the landlord who made everyone feel welcome.
Looking forward to a return trip once lockdown number 2 is over!
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Date of stay: October 2020
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Response from Greene King, Marketing at The Fountain Inn
Responded 2 Nov 2020
P2246akkatiec, we're happy you found our staff to be so supportive during your experience here at Fountain Inn Cowes - Hotel. Thank you so much for your positive comments about our pub, have a great day!
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Just returned after a long weekend with friends at The Fountain Inn.
Yes there's no lift! Didn’t worry us, we were on the top floor and had no trouble climbing a few flights of stairs, we’re pensioners too. The staff will help with bags if required.
Can be loud at nights! We slept with our windows open all the time we were there, it wasn’t too bad. Yes the pub next door stays open late. But this hotel is perfectly positioned in the centre of Cowes, within 5 mins of numerous pubs, restaurants and shops, a small price to pay. We had lovely sea views too.
It’s tired! Some of the paints flaking, but all the rooms were cleaned daily, towels were replaced when requested. Tea making facilities available in the rooms, bed was very comfortable.
No parking! Parking is a premium in Cowes everywhere. We parked in a public car park 5/10 mins away, always found a space. It was free between 6:00pm & 8:00am, we went out a lot during the day so didn’t pay much at all, but you can buy daily, weekly monthly tickets if you want to leave your there car all the time. There’s a 15 min drop off zone outside the hotel, so you can check in and drop off your bags first.
We were on a B&B basis, food was lovely. We ate in the hotel in the evenings too, you get 20% discount on food if you’re staying there too. And there’s a good selection of real ales available.
Would I go back? Without a doubt, it would be might first choice in Cowes.
Yes there's no lift! Didn’t worry us, we were on the top floor and had no trouble climbing a few flights of stairs, we’re pensioners too. The staff will help with bags if required.
Can be loud at nights! We slept with our windows open all the time we were there, it wasn’t too bad. Yes the pub next door stays open late. But this hotel is perfectly positioned in the centre of Cowes, within 5 mins of numerous pubs, restaurants and shops, a small price to pay. We had lovely sea views too.
It’s tired! Some of the paints flaking, but all the rooms were cleaned daily, towels were replaced when requested. Tea making facilities available in the rooms, bed was very comfortable.
No parking! Parking is a premium in Cowes everywhere. We parked in a public car park 5/10 mins away, always found a space. It was free between 6:00pm & 8:00am, we went out a lot during the day so didn’t pay much at all, but you can buy daily, weekly monthly tickets if you want to leave your there car all the time. There’s a 15 min drop off zone outside the hotel, so you can check in and drop off your bags first.
We were on a B&B basis, food was lovely. We ate in the hotel in the evenings too, you get 20% discount on food if you’re staying there too. And there’s a good selection of real ales available.
Would I go back? Without a doubt, it would be might first choice in Cowes.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Greene King, General Manager at The Fountain Inn
Responded 30 Aug 2023
591robg, thank you for your kind review; we are happy to pass along your comments to the team here at Fountain Inn Hotel! Thanks again for taking the time to leave us this feedback about your recent visit. Take care!
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The fountain was a quaint pub that was clean, friendly staff, good prices etc. Even with Covid it felt safe due to all the staff wearing masks and sanitising their hands regularly etc. We were served by the barman, I think his name was Harry? Anyway, lovely guy, told us about Cowes, all the hotspots etc. Overall very pleased with my experience here.
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Greene King, Owner at The Fountain Inn
Responded 16 Aug 2020
Hi Urbaneexplorer8201, we are very happy to have provided you with such a positive experience! We appreciate your positive review about your recent experience with us! Thanks again for taking the time to leave us this feedback about your recent visit. Take care!
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After months at home with one of this years unfortunate year 11 students, I felt like a mini break was needed. Myself, my 16 year old and my other son and girlfriend booked a 2 night stay in Cowes. From the minute we walked in the door, where we were meet by Gemma, I had a feeling we had chosen well.
It was clear that every precaution had been taken, given the current situation around covid 19. All around the site was clearly marked and all staff were wearing masks or visors. Our rooms were immaculate and well equipped. On our second night we decided at the last minute to eat in the hotel restaurant, Emily was very accommodating and managed to squeeze us in, and Luke, our server was great! Very chatty and checking we were ok and had what we needed. On both mornings we had booked in for breakfast, the choices were plentiful and Nicky the server both mornings was also very attentive.
An absolute pleasant stay, I would highly recommend!
It was clear that every precaution had been taken, given the current situation around covid 19. All around the site was clearly marked and all staff were wearing masks or visors. Our rooms were immaculate and well equipped. On our second night we decided at the last minute to eat in the hotel restaurant, Emily was very accommodating and managed to squeeze us in, and Luke, our server was great! Very chatty and checking we were ok and had what we needed. On both mornings we had booked in for breakfast, the choices were plentiful and Nicky the server both mornings was also very attentive.
An absolute pleasant stay, I would highly recommend!
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Date of stay: September 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Greene King, Owner at The Fountain Inn
Responded 6 Sept 2020
Hi Kerrymac2020, thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us at Fountain Inn Cowes - Hotel. We're happy we could meet your expectations! We hope you have a great day!
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Great selection during our early afternoon visit from a £4.99 lunch menu to the main menu and the children's menu with added activities. The Cod, Chicken Burger and chicken nuggets were all delicious and there was a good selection of local beers. Nicki was extremely attentive throughout and we noticed that she worked over her 3pm finish as was helping other diners get their bills. Would definitely recommend!
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Date of stay: August 2021
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Response from Greene King, Marketing at The Fountain Inn
Responded 2 Sept 2021
Thank you for giving us a 5 star rating! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your lunch and will make sure to pass your lovely comments over to Nicki. We look forward to welcoming you again soon.
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HK$640 - HK$858 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Fountain Inn
Which popular attractions are close to The Fountain Inn?
Nearby attractions include Sir Max Aitken Museum (0.1 km), Cowes Ale House (0.2 km), and Sounds And Grounds (0.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Fountain Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at The Fountain Inn?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to The Fountain Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Call It What You Want, Number 3, and Harbour Kitchen.
Are pets allowed at The Fountain Inn?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to The Fountain Inn?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Osborne House (2.4 km), Osborne House (2.4 km), and Newport Roman Villa (7.6 km).
Does The Fountain Inn have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the harbour view available here.