Review
Large, elegant, old-fashioned seaside hotel (used by Queen Victoria as annexe to Osborne House). Owned by William Bailey. 'Personal, friendly service.' 2 lounges, bar with terrace, restaurant ('high-quality' modern British food); conservatory; resident pianist during peak season weekends; function rooms; civil wedding licence. 2-acre landscaped gardens: heated swimming pool, children's play area. Sandy beach nearby (hilly walk). Parking. 54 bedrooms (some recently refurbished, some suitable for [di]). B&B £85--£138 per person; D,B&B £141--£174
This hotel accepts discount vouchers which entitle readers to a 25% discount off their normal B&B rate. Each printed copy of the Guide contains six vouchers worth in total about £150. BUY THE GUIDE