March 2024 by L M
Lovely food and great service from Megan, Gabby and team at the Seaview Hotel last night. For mains we tried two of the specials, lamb loin and cod loin which looked and tasted of summer and oh so so light the fish melted in my mouth, it was a delight! The deserts were also good. Highly recommend this wonderful restaurant, can?t wait to return to try more of their dishes, new menu out soon too. Yummy!! ?
March 2024 by Ben Salisbury
I recently stayed at the Seaview Hotel for a few days, while on a surprise holiday to propose to my partner. I contacted the Hotel a couple of months in advance to ask whether they'd be happy to help me make some special arrangements for the day and I'll forever be glad that I did.I was helped from start to finish by Rachel, who went above and beyond to make sure that every detail of our stay, from flowers and chocolates in our room, to a bespoke 3-course vegan menu, was arranged and ready for when we arrived. Rachel checked in with third party suppliers, including florists and the local newspaper, and couldn't have done more to make us feel more welcome before and during our stay.During our stay, the whole staff were friendly and attentive, making sure we received outstanding service - honestly the best we've ever had. We dined in the Aquitania each evening, served by Dom, who was fantastic, and who made sure we had a perfect experience throughout dinner. The food was brilliant, especially the Tofu Paella, Lentil Pie and Parmigiano Gnocchi, and the vegan breakfasts each morning were the best we've had. Credit to Paul and the team at breakfast, especially for the scrambled eggs! Overall, we couldn't have had a better time at the Seaview Hotel.The experience started months ahead of our arrival, for me at least, and exceeded expectations throughout. I can't recommend this place highly enough and it goes without saying that we're already looking forward to visiting again very soon. Thank you to the all the Seaview Team! Ben & Elle.Rooms: The room we had was spacious, with a large wardrobe, chest of drawers, sofa, television and a king size bed. The room had a sea view from both windows, one of which was a large bay window. We couldn't have been happier with the room and it was cleaned and restocked daily in no time at all.Food & drinks: Outstanding evening menu at the Aquitania restaurant, catering very well for vegans and vegetarians.The breakfasts in the morning were also some of the best we've had, again catering very well for vegans and vegetarians.
February 2024 by Sally Kirk -Stephens
Many years of visiting this hotel ,usually just to eat . will never turn down a chanceRooms: Very pleasant and well equipped
February 2024 by Diana Chiverton
Definitely the best Sunday Lunch on the Isle of Wight. Service excellent and the Goats Cheese Starter and the Roast Beef and Roast Pork beautifully cooked and the gravy is to die for !! Will definitely be back. Thank you for looking after us.
February 2024 by David Barr
Excellent all round. Lovely overnight stay, charming professional staff, delicious food, great breakfast. Thank you and see you again soon.
February 2024 by Rebekah Weiler
Lovely meal here at the small front restaurant. Very good service, lovely surroundings at the beautiful hotel in a lovely location in sea view. We recommend.
January 2024 by Steve Adams
I always enjoy a drink here.Food & drinks: Food could be better.
December 2023 by Peter Bruce
Christmas menu, relaxed evening in the restaurant, great service lovely food, will be back, highly recommend giving it a try.
December 2023 by Katrina Reading
Just been for Xmas lunch with 5 friends. Food was excellent as was the service. All the staff were friendly and helpful and nothing was too much trouble. We had drinks in cosy lounge before going into the restaurant and it was a lovely relaxed area. Will definitely go back!
December 2023 by Pat Gordon
Quite disappointed by my Sunday lunch we waited 40mins for our meal and the restaurant was not busy, not a lot of atmosphere but the company I was with were entertaining, wouldn't rush back.
December 2023 by Mandy Humphrey
Went today for a group Xmas meal . Couldn?t fault
October 2023 by Owain Dobson
We went for dinner. It?s October so heading for quiet season, but it was a bit like fawlty towers. Turned up for our 8pm reservation - they had refused to let us come at 7.30 but the restaurant was empty - go figure.We sat down and started to look at menus, and waiter comes out and says we have to order now as the kitchen was closing! Literally that minute or no food.It comes perfectly nice but the crab ramekin was not a ramekin but a tiny butter ramekin - portions have halved in size. The waiter bring the wine, has not removed the cork bit pulled it straight through the foil - says it is his first time ever serving wine - he was lovely but it was comical. Then as we are half way through main course they bring the pudding out. Everyone was too scared of head chef.Food was nice - staff were funny but it?s chaos! Don?t go expecting smooth service - it is what it is!!!!!!Food & drinks: As above - more like fawlty towers than haute cuisine - bad tempered chef and front of house who haven?t a clue
October 2023 by James Arnold
Great staff fantastic
October 2023 by Warren Bannister
Beautiful hotel, room very clean, comfy public areas and bar. Good breakfast choice, very friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely stay here
October 2023 by anncM5416TS
The stand out for us was the staff at the hotel. Without exception they were excellent and went the extra mile; nothing was too much trouble. They were friendly, helpful and efficient. The hotel is clean, quiet and comfortable and in a fine location in a small, elegant village overlooking the Solent. There is a bar (open to non-residents), a bistro and a restaurant and a large sitting room. We spent a week there, benefiting from the hotel's offer of stay five nights, get two extra free. It is in a good location for walking along the coast and swimming in the sea. We will definitely come back - hopefully in 2024!
