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10 of the best places to stay in and around Newport
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Newport is the Isle of Wight's county capital with the Island's best range of shops, good public transport links and it is also home to the Isle of Wight Festival.
It's not exactly a party town during the rest of the year, but there are enough bars for a night out and an 11 screen cinema. |
Newport...moderately attractive and conveniently located
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If you are looking for accommodation for the Isle of Wight Festival, Newport should be the first place to search, although the good ones get booked up very early.
If you want to stay somewhere with seaside attractions for the children or somewhere picturesque and quiet then I would suggest you look elsewhere on the Island - check out our guide to Which Isle of Wight Town should I stay in?
Here are our pick of good value places to stay in and around Newport (in no particular order). If you want a cheap alternative, try our holiday park guide.
If you want to stay somewhere with seaside attractions for the children or somewhere picturesque and quiet then I would suggest you look elsewhere on the Island - check out our guide to Which Isle of Wight Town should I stay in?
Here are our pick of good value places to stay in and around Newport (in no particular order). If you want a cheap alternative, try our holiday park guide.
1. One Holyrood, Newport
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This Bed and Breakfast has glowing reviews on Trip Advisor (4.5/5) and is an attractive Grade II listed building with exposed wooden beams. The location is really central, and it's near to Newport's attractive quay. One Holyrood gets booked up early for the Isle of Wight Festival, because it's easily within walking distance.
Distance from the Isle of Wight festival site: 15 minute walk |
One Holyrood is one of the closest accommodation options for the Isle of Wight Festival
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2. The Spice Bus, outskirts of Newport
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Yes indeed, you too can spend a holiday onboard the actual bus from Spice World: The Movie.
After travelling round for a bit, it's been converted into accommodation for up to three people including a double bed and a day bed. It's in Island Harbour which is a scenic spot on the River Medina. It's been appropriately decorated with 'Girl Power!' slogans and union flags. Thankfully the accommodation gets much better reviews than the film ever did... Distance from the Isle of Wight Festival site: 30 minutes walk |
No, it's not Nigel Farage's campaign vehicle...it's the original Spicebus
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3. Travelodge, Newport
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In my experience Travelodges are a bit hit and miss but the Newport one has decent reviews overall and only opened in 2007. I've included it in my top 10 because it's a good budget option for a lone traveller or for a couple.
It is pretty much in the high street, so it is walking distance from Newport bus station and you have a nice choice of places for meals nearby (see our guide to eating out on a budget for more ideas). Travelodge prices fluctuate quite a bit, depending on demand. Distance from the Isle of Wight Festival site: 20 minute walk |
Not terribly exciting...but a lot better than camping
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4. Island Riding Centre, outskirts of Newport
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The Island Riding Centre has several self catering cottages which were built in 2017. As well as getting decent reviews, a few of them are also some of the most accessible accommodation we've found on the Isle of Wight, with wet rooms and adjustable height worktops.
Reviews for the overall site were averaging 4.8/5 from 100+ customers last time I checked. The properties accommodate a range of group sizes, with horsey-named options including:
Distance from the Isle of Wight Festival site: about a 40 minute walk |
Neigh! The Island Riding Centre gets terrific reviews
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5. Premier Inn, Newport
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Premier Inn is in Newport on the Isle of Wight Festival Site. It's worth looking at their prices if you are visiting for a day or two, particularly off peak and if you can book long in advance. Look out for sales and you can sometimes get a room for £29, which can squeeze two adults and two children into it. Bands at the Isle of Wight Festival stay here, so you might end up in Paul McCartney's bed.
Distance from the Isle of Wight festival site: zero, but it's not available during the festival unless you are Paul McCartney. |
Premier Inn is on the IOW Festival site
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6. Newport Quay Hotel
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Newport Quay Hotel will appeal to those who enjoy an historic property, rather than a budget hotel with an MDF wardrobe and a vending machine. It is Grade II listed, older than the United States of America (17th century) and has features including four poster beds...and WiFi!
It scores 4.5/5 on TripAdvisor at the time of writing. Distance from the Isle of Wight Festival site: 15 minute walk |
Newport Quay Hotel scores highly with reviewers
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7. Ralph's Spa Barn, outskirts of Newport
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Ralph's Spa Barn is just on the outskirts of Newport, occupying a more picturesque location than others in this top 10. The converted barn describes itself as VIP self catering, with a hot tub/jacuzzi and a chic interior as well as modern conveniences. It's best value if you are in a group of four (two couples) - there's one bedroom and a fold out sofa bed in the lounge.
Distance from the Isle of Wight Festival: 35 minute walk |
Ralph's Spa Barn is ideal for a couple (or a couple of couples)
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8. Kids Love Yurts, outskirts of Newport
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Kids Love Yurts is a small glamping site aimed at families, which is just on the edge of Newport. For the uninitiated, the idea of glamping is that you get the breezy outdoors benefits of camping without having to squat in a ditch or sleep on a cold floor.
They don't allow adults-only holidays and the yurts are themed around things like dinosaurs, woodland and 'under the sea'. Each yurt is big enough for six people. Distance from the Isle of Wight Festival: 40 minutes walk, but you'll probably need to drive as there's no pavement for a lot of the journey. |
Kids Love Yurts...and hopefully the growns will too
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9. Castle Lodge Guest House, Carisbrooke
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Castle Lodge Guest House is just outside of Newport in the large village of Carisbrooke - famous for Carisbrooke Castle where Charles I spent a reluctant holiday. It's a bed and breakfast and has a family room which will appeal to parents - with an adjoining room for the youngsters.
It was scoring 4.6/5 from reviewers last time I checked. Distance from the Isle of Wight festival site: 30 minute walk |
Castle Lodge is near Carisbrooke Castle
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10. The Stag, Outskirts of Newport
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The Stag is on the north side of Newport, towards Cowes. It's better known as a pub but it's also got some accommodation. They only have four rooms, all of which are en-suite (one twin, two doubles, one single). It's not a particularly picturesque location but it's near to the fast ferry from Southampton.
Distance from the Isle of Wight festival site: about a 45 minute walk (it looks closer on the map, but there is a river in the way). |
The Stag is a pub but there are four bedrooms
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