Bembridge Coast Hotel sits quietly on a secluded eastern shore of the Isle of Wight just metres from the lapping, glistening Solent. A exellent hotel with its 23 acres of grounds, its famously landscaped Spanish Gardens and its marvellous sea views, Bembridge Coast is the perfect place from which to explore the Isle of Wight’s Royal history.
The island is overwhelmed with evidence of the English monarchy with many great houses and castles which have played host to kings and queens over the centuries. For example, Charles I spent his final year awaiting execution at Carisbrooke Castle; today, this commanding medieval pile is one of the Isle of Wight’s finest tourist attractions and just a 30-minute drive from Bembridge Coast .
Members of the royal family were welcomed at Bembridge Coast itself; after the estate was purchased by George V’s Lord-in-Waiting, Queen Mary and Princess Beatrice would frequently descend to take afternoon tea; more recently, the late Queen Mother reportedly chose its seclusion to enjoy Cowes Week, the glorious annual yachting pageant for which the Isle of Wight is world-renowned.
Bembridge Coast ’s south-east corner was rented during World War II by the Admiralty and named HMS Blazer a land-based ‘warship’ billeting 250 men. Post the Second World War the site returned to duty as a holiday destination and at the beginning of the 21st Century was further enhanced with the building of a magnificent 245 bedroom hotel. While there’s little evidence today of its wartime remit, what Bembridge Coast can promise you is a wonderfully peaceful holiday break, with amenities and leisure opportunities that’ll linger in your memory.
When gentle waves lap quietly at the sand just metres from your private patio and your only decision is how best to relax, you know your break is special indeed.
Facilities at Bembridge Coast Hotel
You can take advantage of the great leisure facilities like a pool, tropicarium, fitness suite and sauna, plus a four rink bowls complex and beautiful outdoor bowls green overlooking the sea. With Decléor health and beauty treatments* and indoor and outdoor facilities like fun croquet, boules, and tennis you’ll always find something to do!
Location of Bembridge Coast Hotel
There are 23 acres of stunning mature landscaped gardens, once enjoyed by royalty including the pretty Spanish Garden with its resident ducks. Right on the shingle beach on a particularly secluded stretch, the views over the sea are enchanting.
(*available at extra cost)
Included in all breaks:
Choice of evening activities, including nightly performances in the Late Lounge
Wealth of indoor and outdoor sport and leisure facilities, from swimming and saunas to croquet and fencing
Cooked or Continental breakfasts
Three-course evening meals
Great bedrooms offering home-from-home comforts at Warner Hotels
