Freshwater Bay Travel Guide

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Picture taken a very short walk up the cliffs from the beach.
Picture taken a very short walk up the cliffs from the beach.
View Towards Fort Redoubt, Freshwater, Isle of Wight Fort Redoubt, in the centre of picture, is now a private residence, overlooking Freshwater Bay. The footpath appears to have been recently re-routed, with two paths crossing this field, meeting at the point at which I was standing.
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Fort Redoubt, Isle of Wight This converted fort, now a private residence, overlooks Freshwater Bay. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freshwater_Redoubt
Photo by Peter Trimming (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Canoes in Freshwater Bay, Isle of Wight Looking towards Stag Rock, on the right; Mermaid Rock, and the remains of Arched Rock. The canoeists had calm conditions, with hardly a breeze.
Photo by Peter Trimming (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

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Novotel Southampton

Novotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 West Quay Road Southampton England
The price is NZ$118 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$118
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
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Friendly staff and so helpful made it so easy to book in and pay for car park rooms got everything you need

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Novotel Southampton
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

4 out of 5
West Quay Road Southampton England
The price is NZ$173 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$173
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,738 reviews)
The staff was very welcoming and the room was amazing for a weekend away without the kids. We had the executive suite and on Saturday after enjoying the Spa, We decided to order food in and just chill in our massive room all night

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place Southampton England
The price is NZ$142 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$142
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,259 reviews)
Lovely staff, well equipped room and excellent breakfast choices. Room layout was a bit odd but perfectly ok.

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Leonardo Hotel Southampton
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room2 Southampton Hometel

room2 Southampton Hometel

4 out of 5
1 Queen's Terrace Southampton England
Stay at this aparthotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,201 reviews)
Friendly staff from the moment we set foot in the hotel. Clean and great vibe. Excellent food and drink. Rooms great design and spacious

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

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Alum Chine Beach House

Alum Chine Beach House

3.5 out of 5
36 Burnaby Road Bournemouth England
Stay at this aparthotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free parking and an outdoor tennis court. Popular attractions Bournemouth Beach and Poole Harbour are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (24 reviews)
Great location and nice and quiet but close enough to bars and restaurants in Westbourne.

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

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For Students Only Skyline

For Students Only Skyline

2 out of 5
Oxford Rd Bournemouth England
Stay at this apartment in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and concierge services. Popular attractions Bournemouth Beach and Poole Harbour are ...
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Popular places to visit

Colwell Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Colwell Bay Beach during your trip to Freshwater? Wander the beaches and gardens in the area.

Colwell Bay Beach

Freshwater Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Freshwater Bay Beach during your trip to Freshwater Bay? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Freshwater Bay Beach

Afton Park

Explore the great outdoors at Afton Park, a lovely green space in Freshwater Bay. Wander through the lush forest and seaside in this relaxing area.

Afton Park

Golden Hill Fort Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Golden Hill Fort Country Park, a lovely green space in Freshwater. Wander the beaches and gardens in the area.

Golden Hill Fort Country Park

Dimbola Lodge

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Dimbola Lodge during your travels in Freshwater Bay. Amble within the lush forest or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Dimbola Lodge

St Agnes Church

After visiting St Agnes Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Freshwater Bay. Amble around this relaxing area's lush forest and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

St Agnes Church