The Albert Cottage
Isle of Wight: 2-nt royal retreat w/ferry, save £175
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York AvenueEast CowesPO32 6BD
East Cowes
£385—Isle of Wight: 2-nt royal retreat w/ferry, save £175
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Why We Love This Deal
The 10-room Albert Cottage is one of the "best hotels on the Isle of Wight" (Country Living). Once owned by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, it was the home of their youngest daughter Beatrice. A royal retreat for two is £385, with meals and ferry crossings to the island. You can also opt for stays including tickets to visit Osborne House, the Queen's summer home.
What's Included
Valid Sunday–Thursday until 31 March, 2025. Friday–Saturday is an extra £15 per night, payable direct to the hotel
Two nights' accommodation in a Double or Twin room, with daily full English breakfast, for two
Ferry crossing for a car with two passengers, departing from Lymington or Portsmouth with Wightlink Ferries or Red Funnel, or from Southampton with Red Funnel*
"Absolutely beautiful hotel. Rooms, staff and food amazing. Bed was so comfortable it was like floating on a cloud, best nights sleep ever. Friendly, cheerful extremely professional staff tending to your every need."
Albert Cottage is a country house hotel with a boutique feel. Original Victorian tiled floors, coving and wood panels, and fireplaces create an atmosphere of period elegance.
The restaurant and bar has views of the garden. It is arguably a fitting spot to indulge in Victorian afternoon tea.
The property is a stone's throw from Osborne House. Walk through opulent state rooms, family suites, and "glorious gardens" (Country Living).
The scenic 68-mile Isle of Wight coastal path covers the entire circumference of the island. The section of the path that connects East Cowes and Ryde is a short stroll from the hotel.
*Ferry crossing reservations are made through The Albert Cottage. Car ferry crossing on both Red Funnel and Wightlink is for a standard car (up to 5 metres in length and 2.4 metres in height). In the event of ferry crossing cancellations, contact the hotel to secure alternative ferry crossing dates. Your voucher will be redeemed for the original booking date, but the hotel will honour the voucher up to 12 months from the original booking date at no extra charge.
**Visit the Osborne House website for opening times.
How to Book: Purchase a voucher from Travelzoo then call 01983 299309 or email enquiries@albertcottagehotel.com to make a reservation for your desired travel dates. Reservations are subject to availability and early booking is encouraged. Restaurant reservations are subject to availability; please call the hotel ahead of your visit to confirm availability.
Voucher Cancellation & Refund Policy: Within 14 days of purchase, Travelzoo will give you a full refund if you change your mind or can't find dates that suit you. Vouchers can be refunded online by going to "My Account." After 14 days, your voucher is non-refundable, except as provided for by applicable law including the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 (the "Regulation"). At the time of checkout, you can make vouchers refundable beyond what is provided by our terms and the law until they expire, for a fee. If advanced reservations are required, changes and cancellations are subject to the merchant's cancellation or rescheduling policy, and may result in a fee or voucher forfeiture. You must cancel your reservation directly with the merchant prior to refunding your voucher.
Hotel Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy: Once you've made your reservation, changes and cancellations are not allowed except as provided for by applicable law including the Regulation. If you cancel or change your booking in violation of the hotel's cancellation policy, you may be subject to additional fees or voucher forfeiture.
Menu items are subject to change. Cannot be combined with any other offer. No cash value or cash back. The photos are for illustration purposes only. The regular value stated is based on the maximum combined cost of the items included in this experience at the time of publication (2 December, 2024). If you experience any difficulties booking, please contact our Customer Service team for assistance before the voucher expiration date. The combination of travel services offered to you is a package within the meaning of the Regulation and The Albert Cottage is the organiser within the meaning of the Regulation. Therefore, you will benefit from all rights applying to packages under the Regulation and The Albert Cottage will be fully responsible for the proper performance of the package as a whole. More information on key rights under the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 can be found here.
Superb evening meal on the first night, lovely room, service at breakfast got progressively worse over the three days, there weren't enough staff available.
Christine05 Apr, 2024Lee on the Solent, UK
Enjoyed Most
Unfortunately we visited during Storm Nelson so couldn't fully appreciate the lovely grounds (Osborne House). Very very convenient for the Southampton ferry (10 mins). Although in the grounds of the house - Albert Cottage is located on a main road which is audible. Staff were helpful and generally very cheery. The food was beautifully prepared by a Gordan Ramsey trained chef and priced accordingly.
Rooms were well appointed (we were lucky enough to have Room 1 - Empress Suite) which is very generously sized with a beautiful ensuite.
Rooms had "standard" provisions, tap water in bottle, instant tea, coffee and a biscuit upon arrival. Bathroom essentials also provided. The tea and coffee and milk sachets were replenished daily but nothing else.
Bed very comfortable and lovely large TV for the stormy evenings. A very pleasant harbour in a rather wet and windy period.
Jo05 Apr, 2024Nottingham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great value
Other Comments
Evening meal was excellent but the breakfast was average!
Bacon and sausage overcooked- no real care taken in providing something freshly cooked which was a great shame!
Derek29 Mar, 2024Middx, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely. They took good care of us and provided us with everything we needed.
Carole02 Apr, 2024Pembroke Dock, UK
Enjoyed Most
Absolutely beautiful hotel. Rooms, staff and food amazing. Bed was so comfortable it was like floating on a cloud, best nights sleep ever. Friendly, cheerful extremely professional staff tending to your every need.
christine01 Apr, 2024PULBOROUGH, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely hotel, with portraits and prints showing its history and beautiful chandeliers, friendly staff and very good restaurant.
Anne31 Mar, 2024Chippenham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Interesting
Other Comments
Nostalgic
Valerie27 Mar, 2024Bristol, UK
Enjoyed Most
Charming historic building, very comfortable room , peaceful garden setting. Staff helpful and polite, well decorated period lounge area. Quality bar and restaurant, and spacious outside garden seating area. Every effort was made to provide a relaxing stay, and the Travelzoo voucher was good value.
Other Comments
Very close to Red Tunnel ferry, and a good range of services fairly nearby in Cowes...accessible by floating bridge. The ticket to Osborne house provoded an interesting afternoon. An all round excellent hotel.
Marion25 Mar, 2024London, UK
Enjoyed Most
An exceptionally beautiful hotel with very charming rooms and furnishings. Food was delicious and staff were very polite and helpful. Location of the hotel, set in attractive grounds, was easy to find and perfect for visiting Osborne House.
Other Comments
East Cowes town disappointing, best to take the chain ferry across to West Cowes for shops and cafes.
Diana25 Mar, 2024Steyning, UK
Enjoyed Most
Everything about it was fabulous. The room was superb, the staff were friendly and helpful. The food was fantastic, the building and grounds were amazing. We will definitely go again.
Quillian27 Mar, 2024Leeds, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely historic hotel beautifully decorated and right next door to Osborne House.
Kevin29 Mar, 2024Sittingbourne, UK
Enjoyed Most
Wonderful priod Hotel. Very Hood restaurant.
David26 Mar, 2024Newton Abbot, UK
Enjoyed Most
It's a warm, cosy atmosphere with very friendly, efficient staff. The evening meal was excellent and pleased it was included in the deal.The breakfasts include a wide variety of cooked choices.
Tanya27 Mar, 2024Newbury, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great hotel and excellent food friendly staff
Roger 25 Mar, 2024Dartford, UK
Enjoyed Most
The room we stayed in (Albert) was beautiful; the staff all wonderful; the dinner was the best meal we had enjoyed anywhere for some considerable time and all that in such a lovely setting, in the footsteps of Victoria and Albert!
Kathryn24 Feb, 2024North Walsham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Historic hotel, about 10 mins walk from Osborne House. Travelzoo deal was great value.
We stated in the Alice room number 10 which was very spacious and tastefully decorated.and contained a large bed, sofa, large TV, desk and coffee table. Separate toilet and huge bathroom with excellent walk- in shower and double sinks. There was a covered courtyard which we did not use. Everywhere was very clean and all staff very helpful, polite and friendly. Bar prices reasonable. Lots of parking and gorgeous gardens.
The evening meal in the restaurant and daily breakfast were excellent and hats off must go to the head chef.
WiFi not great but we found it hard to get a decent signal on the Island in general. A wonderful stay and experience.
Tracey15 Mar, 2024Deal, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very pleasant stay in this quirky hotel.
Other Comments
Had two very good meals and two average meals.
Elizabeth13 Dec, 2023Horsham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Visited old school friends and family. Good location to get around. Nice hotel, well run. Very welcoming.
Alex18 Dec, 2023Dorchester, UK
Enjoyed Most
We were given a warm welcome and enjoyed a comfortable and warm room on the ground floor. Dinner and breakfast were excellent. It was altogether a very good Travelzoo break and we would love to return in the summer when we could enjoy the outdoor space. Thanks to the staff who were very welcoming.
Other Comments
We enjoyed the historical listed building which provided every comfort.
JOHN06 Dec, 2023Bordon, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great location within Osbourne estate beautiful grounds surrounded the inner hotel area . Nice touches of Victoria and Albert era. Spacious rooms kept well. Big bathroom and wonderful breakfasts good choice, unlimited tea and toast. Staff accommodating and efficient,
Other Comments
. Suggestion. need new comfortable mattresses heard other guests commenting about lumpy mattresses
Tracy08 Mar, 2024Middlesbrough, UK
Enjoyed Most
Location brilliant, just a couple of minutes from East Cowes ferry terminal. Staff is exceedingly helpful and friendly. Bar and restaurant areas very attractive with food excellent and fresh. Slight down side was the room was tired (though spacious) and the bed not over comfy. However a Welcome Letter explained that the present owner was in the process of renovating the entire hotel. For the cost we paid there couldn't be any arguments though and I would recommend this hotel
Other Comments
2 minutes from Osborne House!
Jacqueline20 Feb, 2024Tewkesbury, UK
Enjoyed Most
Comfortable traditional rooms and facilities. Staff friendly and helpful. Meals plentiful and tasty.
Other Comments
Albert Cottage gives easy access to Osborne House. Inside the decor remains traditional and the gardens and terraces will be very pleasant in the right season.
Val11 Mar, 2024Leominster, UK
Enjoyed Most
Amazing room and location. Staff fantastic. Had a lovely meal in the restaurant. Very happy with everything and will definitely be coming back
Other Comments
I have already recommended Albert Cottage to my friends
Hazel11 Mar, 2024Ashtead, UK
Enjoyed Most
Excellent
Other Comments
Keep up the good work , excelent staff made it.
Doreen17 Mar, 2024Liskeard, UK
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful hotel, excellent breakfast, friendly and attentive staff.
Other Comments
The holiday offer included a meal on the first night. The food was lovely but we were surprised at how many options had price supplements and vegetables / side dishes were also extras.
Sandra25 Mar, 2024Colchester, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very nice stay staff wonderful food room comfortable bit quiet but maybe time of year .
John29 Dec, 2023Felixstowe, UK
Enjoyed Most
The room was lovely, clean and comfortable. Would love to see the place in better weather when you could enjoy the grounds.
Other Comments
The evening meal was first class and a real bonus. The breakfasts were good with lots of choices, all the staff were friendly yet professional.
Valerie Ann28 Feb, 2024LOWESTOFT, UK
Enjoyed Most
We were given the Empress Room, wow! Lovely hotel and location.
Other Comments
We really enjoyed our stay and will definately be returning. My only suggestions would be would be to put thermostats in the room so guests can control the heating. We had to open windows as it was too hot. But this doesn't distract from a lovely break.
Tina20 Mar, 2024Reading, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff extremely helpful on our arrival and helpful and friendly during our stay.
Other Comments
Think a little more care should be taken with the room clean. Bin unemptied and bits on the carpet on our arrival.
Could do with more ambience in the bar/lounge areas.
The food was excellent.
Deborah12 Mar, 2024Nottingham, UK
Enjoyed Most
A real treat in a very special place. Grateful for the deal to get a taste of luxury that is usually beyond my budget.
Patricia27 Feb, 2024Stroud, UK
Enjoyed Most
Elegant and unique
Susan28 Nov, 2023WOKING, UK
Enjoyed Most
From the moment we arrived, until the time we left, we enjoyed every minute. The staff the rooms the food were all excellent.
Lorraine21 Nov, 2023Eastbourne, UK
Enjoyed Most
Superb room, fantastic breakfast, great location being only 5 minutes from the East Cowes ferry and backing on to Osborne House. Warm welcome at reception and lovely evening meal.
Mr K Andrew09 Nov, 2023Thatcham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very comfortable
Pat23 Nov, 2023Andover, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff wonderful and food exceptional. Beautiful cosy hotel.
Deborah28 Nov, 2023Ruislip, UK
Enjoyed Most
Loved it
Other Comments
On the dog friendly room, need to remove the grape tree in Courtyard Poisonous to dogs thank you
Paula26 Nov, 2023Dealdeal, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great greeting when arrived to check in and shown up to our room. Super evening meal in the dining room through a walk way. The room is lovely and the breakfast room and lounge have open fires.
chris16 Nov, 2023ealing, UK
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful hotel in lovely surroundings.
Very comfortable indeed.
Other Comments
Appreciated that the hotel restaurant offered vegan options.
Elizabeth07 Nov, 2023BRIGHTON, UK
Enjoyed Most
5 star service, excellent breakfast, Very good dinner. Unique cottage full of character and charm. If you remember the accommodation is surrounded by history, you will appreciate all the fixtures and fittings as well as it's period building character.
Other Comments
Service is over and above, well done to all those involved
Maria11 Nov, 2023ORPINGTON, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely , beautifully furnished and comfortable hotel
Other Comments
Food excellent
Sophie17 Nov, 2023Bournemouth, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely, quirky building very conveniently located close to the ferry terminal and next door to Osbourne. Very friendly staff, good service and good food. Suites are a good size.
Julie01 Nov, 2023Derby, UK
Enjoyed Most
The Grade 2 listed premises are characterful & tastefully furnished. On our arrival my wife & I were welcomed by Chelsey. All of the staff members we subsequently encountered were also efficient, friendly & courteous. The quality of the breakfasts was excellent, with a surprisingly good variety to choose from. My wife & I also had two excellent meals at the restaurant (thoughtfully supervised by Phil). In short, we very much appreciated staying at The Albert Cottage. This was despite the dreadful weather conditions.
Other Comments
In response to questions I asked various members of staff. It would seem credit has to be given to the owner for the care & thoughtfulness given to maintaining & improving the premises, and for genuinely caring for the staff working there. All of which in turn is beneficial to guests.
P09 Nov, 2023SUNBURY-ON-THAMES, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely old hotel, food was excellent, service was very good, atmosphere was okay.
Elizabeth03 Nov, 2023Esher, UK
Enjoyed Most
I paid for an upgrade and the room we were given was excellent. It had 2 sofas in it and the bed had curtains around the head board. The bathroom obviously had recently been renewed and was amazing with a free standing bath, a large shower cubicle, twin wash hand basins and underfloor heating.
Other Comments
All the staff were very helpful, they went over and above standard service. All the meals were delicious. I would definitely go there again.
Diane09 Nov, 2023Bromsgrove, UK
Enjoyed Most
It was all perfect. The hotel staff made all our arrangements ie ferry crossing and entrance to Osborne House.
Other Comments
Very friendly and efficient staff. Wonderful setting. Very handy. Lots of walking from the hotel, and lots to see on our first visit to the Isle of wight
barbara13 Nov, 2023Macclesfield, UK
Enjoyed Most
We enjoyed our stay here, excellent food and service, beautiful room, bathroom a bit quirky with the mirror so far up the wall at 5ft 2 I couldn't see in at all!! Otherwise, we would thoroughly recommend a stay here with Osborne House so close by it is in a very good location.
John12 Nov, 2023Hythe, UK
Enjoyed Most
We felt at home in Albert Cottage. Although decorative improvements are ongoing there is still a peaceful ambience about the building and the bar was a cosy and relaxing place to settle in before dinner. Our room was larger than the average hotel with a comfy sofa adding to the homeliness. Staff in the restaurant and bar were clearly very well trained and attentive.
David14 Nov, 2023Bournemouth, UK
Enjoyed Most
The hotel is upmarket and beautifully restored. Our room was lovely and had a super bathroom with a traditional roll top slipper bath and very good spacious modern shower cubicle as well. The food was good and the dining room very nice. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Other Comments
A trip to Osborne House was included (within easy walking distance from the hotel) which made it better value.
charlotte09 Nov, 2023MALVERN, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely hotel, staff very friendly. Lovely atmosphere in the hotel. Very homely feel and welcoming. Food great too.
16 Nov, 2023Huntingdon, UK
Other Comments
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit except for 2 things. The room was too hot at night to sleep comfortably and my partner tried to open the blind in the bathroom prior to our leaving only to have a heavy plastic blind collapse on him!! Otherwise lovely room,staff,food.
