The Anchor Inn

A pleasant experience right from the onset of booking the room to be greeted when checking in Marc and Joe were exceptionally kind and accommodating. I spent a few hours downstairs in a bar before retiring to my room and a very nice pub meal basic but absolutely friendly and welcoming and comfortable. The location is right in the middle of town on the west side of cows easy access to the red jet and shops however the only slight downside, you do have to accept there is a bit of noise early in the morning as the shops are receiving their deliveries, this didn’t bother me. it’s something I accepted being offset by being in a great location. I was here in January so very quiet but suspect it could be noisier at the height of the season.

Great value for weekend in Cowes Perfect location for a weekend in Cowes. Close to the ferry, bars and rest. No disturbance from the pub either.

I can’t fault the Anchor. We arrived late afternoon and were greeted by friendly staff. We were instantly upgraded to a larger room with its own bathroom. The rooms are clean and equipped. We were in Cowes for a wedding and we leisurely got ready and went to the pub for a drink. Good selection of beers and the pub offers a ‘good ole pub’ feeling which has been lost with the growing eateries. As islanders this was nice to see. We had a comfortable nights sleep- clean linen and towels. The pub was noisy on our return to the room but it is a pub !! So I would expect nothing less. Great atmosphere and lots of folk enjoying themselves. We were asked by staff on checking out if everything was ok and this felt like a genuine question and not lip service. The accommodation is more than adequate and at the current rates who could complain. We will definitely be back. Cowes is a great place for a night out and The Anchor has proved to be a hidden gem.