Montpelier Bed and Breakfast in Sandown Bay, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom | Bed and Breakfast | Guest House | Guest Rooms | Boutique Guest House

The Montpelier Bed and Breakfast is situated in one of the finest positions in Sandown Bay on the Isle of Wight, England in the United Kingdom, opposite the glorious sandy beach and Sandown Pier and just around the corner from Sandown High Street with it's many cafes, restaurants and gift shops. The Montpelier Bed and Breakfast in the United Kingdom, is the ideal base for your stay on the Isle of Wight being just 11 miles from Newport, 3 from Shanklin and 7 from Ryde so we are central to most places of interest.. We are on steps away from Sandown Bay's six miles of glorious sandy beaches, which is a haven for all and is safe for bathing at all times and Sandown Pier with it's amusements, kiddies rides, Jurassic golf and neon bowling, fun for all the family. We are now a Wi-Fi hotspot and your laptop can be used during your stay with us.

The Montpelier Bed and Breakfast is a small family run B&B offering clean affordable accommodation which is situated on the first and second floor of the property, giving it the advantage of overlooking Sandown Bay in England. The Montpelier Bed and Breakfast have seven / eight letting rooms, most with sea views, comprising of doubles, twins, a single and family rooms, one a very spacious and in two rooms, so the kids aren't under your feet. They are all en-suite. All rooms have a colour TV, alarm clock/radio, table and chairs, fridge, tea/coffee making and more than ample wardrobe and drawer space so there's no having to live out of a suitcase. Guests have their own keys so they can come and go as they please anytime of the day or night and there's no knocking on your door at the crack of dawn to clean your room we see to it when you want if you want and with quilts on the beds most guests like their privacy. For those that like to lay in while on holiday we offer breakfast directly opposite in Barnaby's Restaurant any time of the day from 7am till it closes.

Tourist Attractions around Sandown Bay:
Red Squirrels
The isle of Wight is a nationally important refuge for Red Squirrels and with over 3000 on the Island, if you look in the right places, you will spot one of these magnificent creatures. Borthwood Copse and America Woods near Sandown Bay is just such a place, along with Los Altos Park, opposite the hotel. They have been spotted basking by our pool, running across the front lawn and even sitting on the front steps of the hotel!

White Tigers at Isle of Wight Zoo
Home to Britain's largest collection of tigers, this award winning zoo has been a dedicated ally to the tiger for over a quarter of a century. The Zoo also cares for a wide range of other animals including lions, leopards, jaguars, lemurs, monkeys, snakes, spiders and lizards. The tigers really are the stars of the show, with the award winning series Tiger Island being filmed here at the zoo. The fly-on-the-wall documentary series follows the lives of the tigers and the dedicated staff who care for them.

Amazon World Zoo Park
IOW Tourism's 'Top Attraction' award winner and the 'Good Britain Guide' Top Family Attraction. Amazon World Zoo Park is a special kind of attraction. Here you can learn about conservation and rainforests and come face to face with some of the worlds most unusual, beautiful and endangered creatures. Some you won't be able to see anywhere else in the UK or even Europe!

Godshill Cream Teas and Old Village
Godshill is the quintessential English village with its beautiful thatched cottages and famous Cream Teas. Exceptionally picturesque, there are several places that are unmissable, including the Willow Tree Tea Gardens, Godshill Cider Barn and there is even a miniature model village to explore!

Osborne House
Osborne House was Queen Victoria's home by the sea. Osborne was built as a family home and as you walk through the Queen's bedroom, the nursery rooms and even royal bathrooms, you get an intimate glimpse into royal family life.
There are acres of grounds and gardens to relax in, horse and carriage rides to take and a delightful restaurant and café.

Famous Ghost Walks
Paranormal perambulations and the Newport ghost walk was started in 1994 by Marc Tuckey with guidance from Gay Baldwin the author of the ghost story books of the Isle of Wight. Marc and Gay claim the Isle of Wight to be the most haunted in the world with the ley lines covering the Isle of Wight exactly as they do at Stone Henge. You too, can experience the paranormal on one of the famous Ghost Walks.

Sail Around The Island
WAVERLEY is the last sea-going paddle steamer in the world. Magnificently restored with towering funnels, timber decks, gleaming varnish and brass. See and hear the mighty engines - they will provide a whiff of nostalgia for some but are sure to impress all! With regular cruises around the Island from Yarmouth Pier, it is truly an experience to remember.

Waverley Paddle Steamer
Take a Trip on a Steam Train - The Isle of Wight once boasted 54 miles of railway, most of which was closed between 1952 and 1966. However its unique atmosphere has been perfectly preserved by the largely volunteer-run Isle of Wight Steam Railway, which began operating trains in 1971. The Railway is truly a journey back in time - a living, breathing museum!

Visit The Needles
The picturesque Needles and its famous lighthouse at Alum Bay simply must be seen if you have time on the Island. Take a chair lift to the beach below with its coloured sands or watch the skilled glassblowing at Alum Bay Glass. You can even take the short walk to the Old Battery for a truly stunning view!

Fossil Hunting and the Dinosaur Museum
Forming part of the Jurassic Coast, the Isle of Wight is famous for its fossils and dinosaur finds. The dinosaur museum at Sandown is even shaped like a giant pterodactyl and holds a host of interactive exhibits inside. You can even go fossil hunting with a guide from the Fossil Farm near Brighstone.