Seaview Hotel & Restaurant

Not a great hotel. Room 26 was dated and will not impress. The room I had was large though but with shabby furnishings. Walls are very thin and could hear the neighbors next door. Carpeting had stains. Just disappointing all around. The food was fine. I suggest staying elsewhere.

I grew up in Seaview, so this is one of my regular watering holes.
Two bars, the smarter front bar with lots of tables outside, and the cosy «sunshine bar» further in serve good local beers, and good pub grub. The hot crab ramekins are especially recommended.
The restaurant is smart, with an older front room and a newer «notting hill» rear dining area. Food is good, and professionally served. Wine is good, but priced high.
During the summer this is one of «the» places in Seaview. Come on in for a drink, or a Pimms… don’t mind if I do ;)

I’m very surprised this hasn’t been reviewed before. I lived on the Island for 7 months and as part of my research (!) as manager of a 5* B&B I tried out a lot of the restaurants and pubs to see which were worthy of my recommendation to our guests. This was always the first place that sprang to mind. The food is wonderful here — beautifully prepared with good quality fresh ingredients. The surroundings are warm and welcoming and the staff are professional and friendly.
Parking can be very difficult if you arrive during a busy period, so keep that in mind. You should also book ahead, particularly if you want to sample their lovely sunday dinners which is very popular and often booked up way in advance.
It’s not cheap here but it also doesn’t require a second mortgage. If you want a treat during your time on the Isle of Wight, head here.