The Fawley

United Kingdom , Isle of Wight
Shanklin, 12 Hope Road
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75 reviews shown

8/10

Excellent

30 Jul 2025

Darren

Isle of White stay

Friendly and helpfull proprietor. Lovely breakfast and comfortable bed 🛌

Partner

4/10

Poor

25 Jun 2025

David

Glory days are gone. Work needed to get them back

This is a difficult review to post. My wife asked me why I chose The Fawley and I couldn't honestly remember so I went to the Hotels.com website. That explained all as the hotel had a 9.6 Fabulous rating. However, the reviews were at least 12 month old and one of the more recent ones had a 'terrible' rating. The pictures on the website are deceiving about the current state of the place. It has become run down and not cared for very well. Cleanliness would have to be called in to question particularly in the bathroom. There was rust all over the loo brush and the shower cubicle needs mould removing and silicone replacing. I did inform the landlord about a leak when the toilet was flushed. The bed headboard had a covering on it which fell off to reveal a less than impressive sight.
The side entrance for guests is tatty and needs smartening up somewhat. The people tried hard and were friendly enough but this place looks to be living off past glories. I do have photos if the owners wish to see them to help improve their business. We wouldn't plan to stay again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2024

David

The property was well kept and very clean. It was in a very good location. The staff, Roger, Melissa and Zak were very helpful and friendly. Rooms were clean, tidy and had on suite. Would book again if in Isle of Wight

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Sep 2023

Deborah

Lovely Family Guesthouse. Clean, comfy, welcoming.

This is a family Guest house and we were welcomed and treated as well as any family could be.

Zac checked us in and carried all our bags up to our room, Dad cooks the best breakfast ever, Grandad in the lounge was happy and friendly, and Melissa was kind and helpful arranging everything we needed.

The room was spotless, beds comfy and we had fun playing some of the games on offer and used the breakfast area for takeaways.

If you want a stress free stay where nothing was too much trouble, and if there is an issue, its resolved within minutes.... This is the place!

Thank you to Melissa and all her family for making us feel so welcome. We look forward to visiting you again some time.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

03 Jul 2022

David

The hotel is very well placed for access to the beach and amenities Family run and we were made very welcome with wide choice of breakfast The room was modern and well appointed The only down size was that it was up 2 flights of stairs and we are elderly so should have checked this out first Overall we would recommend this place

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Sep 2021

Leanne

Debbie & Mark have gone the extra mile to make The Fawley COVID safe while maintaining a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Our room (6) was spacious, tastefully decorated and well maintained. We had a large on suite shower room and tea/coffee making facilities.
Breakfast was served in the dining area which had been carefully set up to allow social distancing.
Mark was a fun host and between him and Debbie go out of their way to make guests welcome.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Sep 2021

Carol

Hosts couldn’t do enough lovely place excellent holiday

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2021

Teresa

The Fawley July 2021

Another wonderful stay at the Fawley, thank you Debbie, Mark & Anna. We stayed in the family room which was truly adored by our granddaughter, who loved the bunk beds, the poppy picture and her own tv xx

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jul 2021

Morter

Short break

2nd visit to The Fawley. Lovely people who are coping very well with covid restrictions and we all felt at ease. Rooms comfortable, maybe need little attention but nothing drastic just renewing. Lovely bed linen and towels. Clean and fresh.
Breakfast excellent. So much choice and happy to cater for gluten free .
Hotel was quiet of an evening and we were able to come and go as we pleased as you are given a door key .
Check in and check out all went smoothly.
Will be back

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jul 2021

Martin

Very enjoyable small break excellent location and great guest house

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2021

Verified traveler

Wonderful stay :)

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Aug 2020

Richard

Very pleasant, friendly Guest house

Very helpful team. They kindly arranged our ferry booking as well.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Aug 2020

Frank

Nice, clean and cosy hotel. Excellent host and delicious breakfasts.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2020

Aurelia

It was fantastic! The place was extremely clean and the hosts were so welcoming and friendly. The breakfasts were amazing and lots to choose from, definitely recommend this place!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Apr 2020

MR KEVIN

Excellent and recommended

The bed and breakfast was very warm and welcoming, the owners were very good at attention to detail.

The breakfast was perfect and a good choice, the best poached eggs I have ever tasted, the selection of fruit was fresh and varied.

Over all I was very pleased and will definitely be staying there again.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Mar 2020

Lynn

Lovely twin room with en-suite. Hotel is fairly small but very practical. Hosts are fantastic and breakfast was exceptional

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

27 Aug 2019

Colin

Top marks!

A fabulous, last minute, escape to the Isle of Wight saw us book The Fawley. We were not disappointed and would highly recommend - the location, the hospitality, cleanliness and breakfasts were top rate and will definitely be heading back. Thank you so much!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Very pleasant family run B&B. Superb breakfasts with a daily special.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Aug 2019

Sarah

3 night stay with son

Just stayed 3 nights with son ..Lovely small guest house..clean well equipped room and bathroom.. super friendly owners who accomadated for me to check in slightly early.. fab breakfast and selection . .very good location.. cannot fault in any way..would definitely return..

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Aug 2019

Lisa

Lovely stay

This is a great b&b! Quiet, great location, clean and well maintained, perfect for our family holiday. Absolutely lovely breakfasts. Definitely will stay again next time we visit the Isle of Wight!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Aug 2019

Susan

Lovely owners and a great location. We enjoyed it very much and look forward to going back. Excellent breakfast too.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

07 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Friendly and courteous staff. Good vegetarian breakfast and fresh fruit. Could have done with a fan in the room or air conditioner.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2019

Robyn

Great location, 5 minutes walk from the train station and 5 minutes walk to the beach. Amazing breakfast, a great selection to choose from. Overall the service was great and a clean comfortable place to stay Would definitely return

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2019

Jacqueline

Excellent accommodation, good position near seafront, room very comfortable and smartly decorated, very clean everywhere, people very friendly and helpful, breakfast superb with good choices and good food, adequate car parking spaces, would recommend to others, thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

The owners were very friendly and helpful and nothing was too much trouble. There was a pleasant atmosphere. Well placed for station, beach and town.

8/10

Excellent

06 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

Good location. clean, Its a family run business. Owner Debbie is wonderful lady.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

28 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

The bed and pillows were a bit hard. Everything else was lovely. The breakfasts were full of variety.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2019

jacqueline

The Fawley

The Fawley is a family run business, Debbie, Mark and Anna work hard to make your stay as comfortable and relaxed as possible. Most helpful and welcoming. The breakfast is cooked fresh and they have a varied menu with specials every day. The room was fresh, with clean linen and towels on request. Having a key to the hotel as well as your room made it easy to come and go when necessary, the owners are available 24 hours a day as well as one who lives on site which is convenient for the guests.
The hotel is close to the high street although the main road was closed making access difficult if you're unsure of the area, Sat Nav found an easy route each time. Being close to the seafront and resort activities is an easy walk and local amenities are a short walk away. There are plenty of restaurants within a 10 minute walk with a wide range of food available.
Thank you for making us feel welcome, we would have stayed with family during our stay but have been out of contact for a while. Having the Fawley made the visit most enjoyable as a safe haven to stay.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

Very well set up, neat and clean and breakfast was beyond expectations. Owners went beyond the normal standard of service.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

29 May 2019

Niall

Location good

Stay good hotel breakfast good however no heating on in bathroom and shower water not hot enough

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2019

Mr Jonathan

A little Jem

Fantastic freindly family run establishment nothing was too much trouble...the breakfast was brilliant freshly cooked and plentiful will be back

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Nov 2018

Andrew

Good location, minutes away from the beech. Friendly owners and excellent breakfast in the morning. Choice of pancakes, full English and American style.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Oct 2018

david

simmo 20/10

made very welcome on arrival - owners very accommodating - even remebered a birthday card for my wife.
Excellent breakfast and good location.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Sep 2018

Mike

Good guest house

Friendly guest house, clean, comfortable. Owners were very cheerful and helpful.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Sep 2018

Verified traveler

Nice hotel, excellent breakfast

Really good location, nice room and excellent breakfast options.
Would stay there again.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jul 2018

Anna

Lovely hotel

We had a lovely time on the Isle of Wright it made it even better with the stay at the B+B we were made very welcome. I would definitely recommend it. It was right near the beach too x

8/10

Excellent

24 Jul 2018

Priyesh

Good

Nice and clean room. Close to beach and nice selection of breakfast. Will defiantly prefer for next trip.

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2018

Maria

Nice place in walking distance of beach

Very welcoming and friendly, a good night's sleep, excellent breakfast .

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2018

Verified traveler

What a terrific find.
We were made to feel very welcome right from the start by the very experienced owners who anticipated all our requirements and queries in a good-humored way.
Room comfortable.
Bed comfortable.
Breakfast terrific.

8/10

Excellent

13 Jul 2018

Good b&b

Overall very good. Only slightly let down by cleanliness/servicing aspects eg only a third of a roll of toilet paper and no spare.... minor in the scheme of things.
Great breakfast choice.

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jul 2018

Verified traveler

Nice hotel in a good location

Great family run guesthouse with a great breakfast

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2018

madalina

Brilliant B&B

Beautiful breakfast. Extremely clean room. Super nice and dedicated owners. Top notch!

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2018

Verified traveler

Great guest house

Thanks very much - a great stay, clean spacious rooms, a friendly welcome and a good hearty breakfast.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2018

Keith

Could not wish for a better place.

We were on the top floor so a bit of a plod up the stairs. Will help keep you fit. Room spotlessly clean. Good facilities in room and Wi-Fi good but noticeably slower than at home. Breakfast has excellent choice and is well cooked and well presented. Staff friendly and helpful. Could not wish for a better place.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2018

helen

Very pleasant place to atay

Friendly staff text on day of arrival to arrange check in - greeted with lovely staff on arrival . Room/ bathroom fine no problems. Breakfast has great choice. Overall a lovely place to stay would recommend to anyone. Ideally situation close to beach and bars and would stay here again definitely
Thank you :)

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2018

I don't usually review online, but the service at the Fawley was exceptional and the breakfast was superb. The best famiy location we have stayed at on the Isle of Wight.

Family

8/10

Excellent

17 Jun 2018

Peter

Recommended

Debbie and her family were great hosts.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jun 2018

Verified traveler

very nice guesthouse close to the beach

We booked a triple room and stayed for two nights. The room is actually like a suite as it has a small kitchen in it. The facilities are quite new and the room is spotless clean and quite spacious. The guesthouse is conveniently located near the beach which is only 5 minutes walk away. The breakfast offered every morning is quite tasty and varied. We enjoyed the stay very much and would like to recommend this value for money guesthouse to anyone who is planning for a beach holiday.

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2018

Mukesh

Perfect Location in Shanklin

We have stayed at this hotel for two nights . It is well maintained and very clean. One of the best locations in Shanklin to stay . Very near to the beach. Hotel Owner and staffs are really helpful.
Would love to visit again.

8/10

Excellent

19 May 2018

Janet

The disabled disability room

Very friendly clean breakfast lovely and good assortment of food. Room was a disappointment as we are disabled and were told on booking we were on the ground floor but they have no rooms on the ground floor so had a job with the stairs, the steps into the ensuite were steep and there were no hand rails in there or in the shower but when told Mark put one by the steps straight away. My son aged 57 could not manage the shower so I had to leave the door ajar and shower him myself. Other than this all was fine. The people with me from Australia had a very small room they were told on the second day they could go up to the next floor but couldn't face repacking the room next to theirs would have been ideal. These room were booked back in October They have friends who seek their advice when coming to G.B but will not recommend Fawley Hotel to them which is a shame.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 May 2018

Verified traveler

Nice comfortable hotel

A very easy and comfortable stay, perfect for exploring Shanklin and when arriving on the Island Line.

10/10

Exceptional

01 May 2018

Douglas

Picturesque

We had a great time, the owners where friendly and helpful with a very good breakfast menu. The guesthouse was situated in a quiet area with easy access to the hole island

Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Apr 2018

Nella

We really enjoyed our stay. Great B&B in good location. Our daughter loved her separate room with her own TV. Very safe and comfortable. Thanks!

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2018

Oliver

Fantastic hotel

We were extremely satisfied with our stay at the Fawley. The family that run it were extremely welcoming. It's obvious they take pride in running their business to a very high standard and this is reflected all over the hotel from small details to the more obvious things too. We only stayed one night but we'd definitely come back and I'd recommend this place to anyone looking for an affordable place to stay. I stayed in more expensive places in the past that pale in comparison to the Fawley.

10/10

Exceptional

26 Feb 2018

Tristan

Great B&B

Lovely stay at a fantastic B&B. Staff really helpful and friendly. Room was great, cozy and really impressed with the quality. Would definitely recommend as it's clear how seriously the owners take the business, and how much pride they take in it. Really nice breakfast too!

10/10

Exceptional

09 Feb 2018

Andrew

Excellent Hotel Couldn't wish for better.

Used the hotel for the first time as I was on business on the island. Hotel staff were friendly and could not do enough for me. The hotel itself is kept to a high standard, the room was clean, comfortable with modern décor. Business facilities such a internet were good to very good offering good connection speeds in my room without dropping out all the time which happens at the Premier Inn unless you purchase the ultimate WiFi package. The hotel is situated within walking distance to Restaurants providing both English and Chinese cuisine. Breakfast was excellent freshly prepared with plenty of toast tea and coffees as you required. All said with the cost of the stay its nothing more than excellent value for money whether you go for work or pleasure. I will be returning with my family next time I travel to the island.

10/10

Exceptional

11 Dec 2017

Neil

Great winter break

Perfect location! Shanklin in the winter is lovely, whilst most things are closed, even the China it was tranquil. The Fawley is a lovely little B&B, you are made very welcome & the cracking breaky sets you up great for a day of exploring the island.

6/10

Pleasant

02 Nov 2017

phillip

close to the crazy golf

I wish they wouldn't keep turning the central heating off

10/10

Exceptional

18 Oct 2017

Travelling Bob

Beer on the Buses

Handy for the Railway station to join the vintage buses for the weekend

10/10

Exceptional

11 Oct 2017

Angela

Enjoyable short break at The Fawley

We enjoyed a lovely short break at The Fawley. The owners Debbie and Mark and their daughter Anna were welcoming and helpful. Our room and en suite was clean, comfortable and beautifully decorated. Excellent breakfast.

8/10

Excellent

25 Sep 2017

sisters

Sisters mini break

The Fawley is a very nice bed and breakfast run by very friendly people we arrived early but didn't seem a problem to Debbie whom was more than happy for us to drop off our suit cases so we didn't have to drag them to the beach which is only a ten minute walk . We really enjoyed our stay there the breakfast was excellent such a good choice , my sister has been to numerous bed and breakfast and rates the Fawley as one of the best breakfast she's ever had .

10/10

Exceptional

12 Sep 2017

YUK LING

Good

The Fawley is within easy walking distance from Shanklin Train/bus Station. Good base for touring around Isle of Wight. Great breakfast and friendly host.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2017

Verified traveler

Great service and staff.

Unfortunately incident with ano unseen pillar and our car. Everything else well done, great breakfasts

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Sep 2017

Verified traveler

Perfect place to stay!

2 night stay, 10 minute walk into town, nice restaurants nearby, close to sea good breakfast!

6/10

Pleasant

30 Aug 2017

Guest

Very small rooms

The hotel room we stayed in is very small, it's really a sigle room with double bed, No. 5. The furnitures had an old smell.
Breakfast is fantastic! Plenty of choices. And the staff is very nice.

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2017

Scottthebuyer

short notice break to IOW

We booked at short notice and got the family room which is sort of connecting rooms (with a tv in each) ..kiddos loved that ....and allowed us time to sort out day trip clothing and stuff.

The room is 2nd floor so not ideal for little children or heavy bags but is appointed to a very high and tasteful standard with an excellent bathroom.

The hosts were very accommodating of our \"extra\" little person and are excellent hosts and breakfasts were just perfect for us and our children.

i wold definitely recommend the Fawley and would consider using again if we find ourselves heading that way

Scott

Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Aug 2017

martin

Excellent friendly family hotel

A friendly greeting, and a very well equipped room, with a modern bathroom and kitchen area also. In addition to the room there was parking. But the outstanding attraction to both the boys and myself was the choice and quality of the breakfast. We will definitely return, although I think I will need to plan further ahead Year on year.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Aug 2017

Neil

Lovely Comfortable Hotel

A lovely comfortable clean hotel with a very good choice of breakfast items. Rooms are of a good size and are decorated well. Bathroom wa clean and sufficient for the stay. Owners and staff very welcoming and friendly. Pleasure to stay here for a few nights.

10/10

Exceptional

04 Aug 2017

Jane

Excellent B and B in Shanklin

We enjoyed a short break at this excellent guesthouse. The rooms were spotlessly clean and tastefully decorated and there was a plentiful supply of tea, coffee, hot chocolate etc. The breakfasts were amazing with a range of cereals, yogurt, fresh fruit, pastries and home-made muesli as well as a good selection of hot dishes which were cooked to order. We found it to be excellent value for money and within a short distance of the beach.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Aug 2017

Verified traveler

Excellent breakfast

Spent three nights here. Lovely room and had a different breakfast each morning - no complaints at all.

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jun 2017

Foxy

Very comfortable hotel

We recently stayed at The Fawley for 2 nights whilst attending a wedding. We were made to feel extremely welcome from the minute we checked in to the minute we left. Our room was exceptionally clean and well equipped: lovely fluffy white towels, plentiful supply of hot water, very comfortable mattress, tea & coffee making facilities and nice toiletries. The breakfast choice was simply amazing! To be able to have a full vegetarian breakfast in a small hotel like this is something that many big hotels should take notice of. The family & staff running The Fawley are lovely, friendly & very professional. We would not hesitate to recommend this hotel and look forward to staying here again on our next trip to the Isle of Wight. Thank you for such a lovely 2 day break.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jun 2017

kathy

\nfriendly,modern and good location

clean and comfortable with nice décor.Good supply of teas,coffee and milk in room,and complementary cookies!Quiet location,not far from the beach. The staff were friendly and the breakfast was excellent[especially the home-made muesli]

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2017

Rich

Very enjoyable stay with very accommodating hosts

I stayed at the Fawley with my wife and 7-month-old child and overall we really enjoyed our stay. We were greeted with a smile and the hosts (Debbie and Mark) were friendly and very accommodating of the fact we had a 7-month-old baby with us - they provided a travel cot, fridge for baby food and microwave for baby food and bottle sterilisation without any hassle at all. They certainly went the extra mile to ensure we were comfortable. The rooms were very clean and beds were comfy too. The breakfasts were great too (award winning apparently...and I've never seen sausages in a sausage sandwich cut so well and fit the shape of the bread perfectly :) ) The location of the B&B itself was good too, with just a couple of minutes walk to Shanklin beach.
It would certainly be our first choice of place to stay next time we travel to the Isle of Wight.

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2017

Verified traveler

Only criticism was it was to hot in the room, could not turn radiator down or off

8/10

Excellent

01 May 2017

walker

Good hotel near beach

Arrived early and shown straight to room. Room small but OK. Great breakfast. Just off coastal path