Albion Hotel

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Hotel

Gate Lane
FRESHWATER BAY
Isle of Wight
PO40 9RA

Tel: 01983 755755

Outside view of The Albion Hotel with the hotel's logo, Freshwater, boutique hotel, luxury, Isle of Wight

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4.5 of 5 stars
    • Service
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Value
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Cleanliness
      5 of 5 stars
    • Location
      5 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      90
    • Very Good
      7
    • Average
      3
    • Poor
      2
    • Terrible
      4

    Recent Reviews:

    • dolphinboy1
      Manchester, United Kingdom
      Excellent Stay,Highly Recommended
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 26th February 2025
      My disabled brother and I had a couple of days here in a suite, number 115 in late February.After parking in the large and free guests car park, we went to check in. We had on a previous visit to the... Read full review
    • annaanderson2016
      Horley, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Outstanding
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 2nd March 2025
      The hotel is in a fabulous location which completely speaks for itself. We’ve stayed in the IOW many a time but I have to say, we have by far enjoyed our visit to The Albion the most. The owners have... Read full review
    • Vicki B
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Must Go Hotel
      5 of 5 stars
      Monday, 3rd March 2025
      Travelled worldwide & this hotel is 5/5. Staff friendly, views over Freshwater Bay superb, suite was large, clean, vintage furniture with a very large balcony with 2 sun beds looking over the Bay... Read full review

    Guide Prices

    Number of Rooms / Units
    25
    Room / Unit TypeRoom / Unit Tariff*
    Beach Deluxe with Terrace£210.00 per room per night (breakfast included)
    Coastal Deluxe 1st & 2nd Floor£230.00 per room per night (breakfast included)
    Coastal Ground Deluxe£220.00 per room per night (breakfast included)
    Coastal Ground Suite£250.00 per room per night (breakfast included)
    Coastal Suite 1st & 2nd Floor£250.00 per person per night (breakfast included)
    Family Suites 1st & 2nd Floor£270.00 per room per night (breakfast included)
    Tennyson Rooms£200.00 per person per night (breakfast included)

    *Please visit the website for current tariff and availability.

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Accessible Bedrooms
    • Accessible Lift
    • Disabled Parking
    • Disabled persons toilet
    • Lift
    • Ramp / Level Access
    • Ramp/Level Access
    • Wheelchair user accessible
    • Wheel-in Shower

    Catering

    • Banqueting
    • Bar
    • Bar meals
    • Cafe
    • Cater for vegetarians
    • Meals served all day
    • Restaurant
    • Serve breakfast
    • Serve evening meal
    • Serve lunch
    • Special diets catered for

    Children & Infants

    • Accept children (Minimum age)
    • Cot
    • Family Friendly, Children Welcome
    • Highchair
    • Special meal times for children

    Establishment Features

    • Air-conditioning throughout
    • Available for wedding receptions
    • Central heating throughout
    • Children aged 12yrs+ welcome
    • Children aged 5+yrs welcome
    • Conference facilities
    • Dogs welcome
    • Event venue
    • Ferry discount available
    • Garden/patio for guests' use
    • Interconnecting Rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • LGBT Friendly
    • Night porter
    • Open Christmas
    • Pets accepted
    • Pets welcome
    • Pre-school children welcome (0-4yrs)
    • Public Telephone
    • Regular evening entertainment
    • Separate guests' lounge
    • Staff fluent in foreign languages ** (List of languages are separately given)
    • Toilets
    • Wireless Internet Access

    Leisure Facilities

    • Attraction package(s) available
    • Bar
    • Eating Out Within Walking Distance
    • Fishing
    • Fitness facilities close by
    • Games room
    • Golf Course close by
    • Water sports facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Free parking
    • On site parking

    Payment Methods

    • American Express accepted
    • Apple Pay accepted
    • Delta accepted
    • Diners Club accepted
    • Euros accepted
    • Maestro Accepted
    • MasterCard accepted
    • Solo accepted
    • Visa accepted

    Provider Preferences

    • Seafront

    Room / Unit Features

    • All rooms non-smoking
    • Baths some rooms
    • Colour television in all bedrooms
    • Ground floor bedrooms available
    • Ground Floor Room(s)
    • Hairdryer in all bedrooms
    • Internet access all rooms
    • Ironing facilities in most rooms
    • King sized bed some rooms
    • Non smoking rooms available
    • Radio in all bedrooms
    • Sea View all rooms
    • Sea View some rooms
    • Shaver Point/s
    • Showers all rooms
    • Tea & coffee making facilities in all bedrooms

    Specialist Features

    • Marketed as gay friendly
    • Marketed as green/environmentally friendly
    • Marketed to any other specialist market
    • Short breaks available
    • Special provisions for cyclists - Bike storage available.
    • Special provisions for lone female travellers
    • Special provisions for walkers

    Travel & Trade

    • Commission/net rates apply
    • Room/unit allocations available
    • Wi-fi available

    Map & Directions

    Road Directions

    Yarmouth to The Albion Arriving in Yarmouth it will take you roughly 10 minutes (4.1 miles) to reach The Albion if driving. Please see directions below.

    Yarmouth Harbour & Ferry Car Park, Yarmouth PO41 0NL: Head south towards A3054 Turn right onto A3054 (1.0mi) Turn left onto Pixley Hill (0.2 mi) Continue onto Copse Ln (0.7 mi) Turn right onto Hooke Hill (0.2 mi) At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Stroud Rd/A3055 Continue to follow A3055 (1.0 mi) Turn right onto Gate Ln Destination will be on the left (384 ft) Albion Hotel, Freshwater Bay, Freshwater PO40 9RA Fishbourne to the Albion From Fishbourne it will take you roughly 30 minutes (15.5 miles) to arrive at The Albion.

    Fishbourne Car And Passenger Terminal, Fishbourne Portsmouth, Isle of Wight PO33 4EU: Take A3054 and Forest Rd to Betty Haunt Ln in England (7.6 mi) Turn left onto Betty Haunt Ln (1.0 mi) Follow The Middle Rd to Gate Ln (8.1 mi) Turn right onto Gate Ln Destination will be on the left (384 ft) Albion Hotel, Freshwater Bay, Freshwater PO40 9RA East Cowes to the Albion From East Cowes, it will take you roughly 35 minutes (17 miles) to reach The Albion.

    East Cowes Terminal, East Cowes PO32 6RA: Follow A3021, A3054 and Forest Rd to Betty Haunt Ln in England (7.9 mi) Turn left onto Betty Haunt Ln (1.0 mi) Follow The Middle Rd to Gate Ln (8.1 mi) Turn right onto Gate Ln Destination will be on the left (384 ft) Albion Hotel, Freshwater Bay, Freshwater PO40 9RA.

    Public Transport Directions

    Ferries: There are several ferry ports on the mainland, you can choose from multiple crossings every day for your holiday to the Isle of Wight. If you book direct with us we can offer a competitive discount on your ferry ticket.

    - Lymington to Yarmouth: The quickest foot passenger & vehicle ferry service runs from Lymington in the New Forest to Yarmouth in West Wight, which is operated by Wightlink. Taking approximately 30 minutes this crossing is popular with visitors and locals. Arriving in Yarmouth it will take you roughly 10 minutes (4.1 miles) to The Albion.

    - Portsmouth to Fishbourne: This service is operated by Wightlink and takes approximately 45 minutes. The ferry departs from Portsmouth Harbour finishing up at Fishbourne on the North of the Isle of Wight. From Fishbourne it will take you roughly 30 minutes (15.5 miles) to The Albion.

    - Southampton to East Cowes: This service is run by Red Funnel and operates between Southampton and East Cowes. This crossing takes 1 hour and has the capacity to carry over 200 cars per sailing, departing from Southampton hourly during peak season. From East Cowes, it will take you roughly 35 minutes (17 miles) to The Albion.

    Trains: With fantastic rail connections available to all the major ferry ports, time can be less than two hours from London Waterloo. Average travel times from major UK rail stations to the Isle of Wight (including the Ferry journey) are:

    London Waterloo – 2 hours 3 minutes (to West Cowes via Southampton Central station).
    London Waterloo – 2 hours (to Ryde via Portsmouth Harbour station).
    Brighton – 2 hours 5 minutes (to Ryde via Portsmouth Harbour station).
    Oxford – 2 hours 15 minutes (to West Cowes via Southampton Central station).
    Bristol – 2 hours 46 minutes (to West Cowes via Southampton Central station).
    Birmingham New Street – 3 hours 25 minutes (to West Cowes via Southampton Central station).
    Birmingham New Street – 4 hours 25 minutes (to Ryde via Portsmouth Harbour station).
    Cardiff – 3 hours 40 minutes (to West Cowes via Southampton Central station).
    Exeter – 3 hours 40 minutes (to West Cowes via Southampton Central station).

    Special Offers

    •   Winter nights at The Albion

      Escape to the Isle of Wight this winter with our exclusive Winter Nights package, the perfect seasonal retreat for two. Enjoy the beauty of Freshwater Bay, crisp coastal walks, and the warmth of The Albion’s cosy comforts.

      Breathe in the fresh Winter air

      Wrap up and explore the stunning landscapes of the Isle of Wight, from scenic coastal trails to woodland walks, or take a peaceful stroll along the bay. And because we’re dog friendly, your pooch can join you too.

      Dine with a view

      After a day of adventure, have a delicious meal at The Rock Restaurant. With breathtaking sea views and a menu inspired by local ingredients, it’s the perfect setting for a relaxed evening.

      Cosy up in the library

      End your day in the inviting Albion Library, where you can sink into a comfortable armchair with a good book and a warm drink, letting the sound of the waves provide the perfect background melody.

      Your Winter escape includes:

      •  Overnight stay in a charming room with stunning coastal views.
      •  Breakfast for two to start your day right.
      •  Ferry travel discounts.

      Book your stay

      This package must be booked at least 48 hours in advance.

      Reserve your Winter escape: reception@thealbion.co.uk

      Last minute - redeem this special offer between 10/03/2025 and 17/04/2025

      Short breaks - redeem this special offer between 10/03/2025 and 17/04/2025

      Hotels & bed and breakfasts - redeem this special offer between 10/03/2025 and 17/04/2025

      Ferry & travel - redeem this special offer between 10/03/2025 and 17/04/2025

      Offer link: Last minute, Short breaks, Hotels & bed and breakfasts, Ferry & travel

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous -Ferry Discount Available Ferry Discount Available

    Opening Times

    Open Christmas
    Open New Year
    Open (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)

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