The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin
4.0 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast in Shanklin with free parking
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Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Housekeeping
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
10 St Georges Road, Shanklin, England, PO37 6BA
- Shanklin BeachPlace, Shanklin Beach4 min walk
- Shanklin Old VillagePlace, Shanklin Old Village6 min walk
- Shanklin ChinePlace, Shanklin Chine7 min walk
- Southampton (SOU)Airport, Southampton (SOU)75 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed
Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
Blackout curtains
- 15 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
View all photos for Single or Twin Room
Single or Twin Room
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
Blackout curtains
- 15 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
About the area
Shanklin
At The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin you'll be 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from Shanklin Beach and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Sandown Beach. Highlights at this Victorian B&B include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find luggage storage and a communal living room. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a ferry terminal shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Shanklin B&B include Isle of Wight Zoo and Carisbrooke Castle.
What's nearby
- Shanklin Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Shanklin Old Village - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Shanklin Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Small Hope Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
- Shanklin Chine - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
- Shanklin Station - 7 min walk
- Southampton (SOU) - 113 min drive
Restaurants
- The Falcon - 4 min walk
- Bayside Fish & Chips - 7 min walk
- The Plough & Barley Corn - 3 min walk
- The Steamer Inn - 7 min walk
- Mad Cow - 6 min walk
About this property
The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin
Victorian bed & breakfast in Shanklin with free parking
As a guest of The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and a communal living room. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Shanklin bed & breakfast.
- 8 guestrooms or units
- 2 levels
- Built in 1866
- Storage area for luggage
- Terrace
- Garden
- Newspapers for purchase
- Television in lobby
- Smoking in designated areas
The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin offers 8 accommodations with DVD players and free newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LED televisions come with digital channels.
Bathrooms include baths or showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
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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 on-site parking (max 1 space 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
- No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
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
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- 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)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
- Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
- Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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 parking available at The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin?
Yep, The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).
Are there any beaches close to The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin?
Yep, The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin is a short 6-minute walk from Shanklin Beach.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin?
No, The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at The Swiss Cottage, Shanklin?
No, only service animals are allowed.