Itchenor Sailing Club Reviews 69

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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers particularly appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, who are often mentioned for their exceptional service. People also love the beautiful location, with many rooms offering stunning views. The general atmosphere is described as welcoming and easy-going, making it a perfect place for a relaxing getaway. Consumers find the rooms clean and comfortable, often noting the nautical-themed decor. The location is ideal for outdoor activities, such as coastal walks and exploring nearby attractions. While some reviewers have mixed opinions about the facilities and booking process, the positive feedback on the staff, location, and overall experience consistently shines through.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Staff very welcoming. Room basic but tidy and clean and all the necessities. Shared bathroom and shower room very clean. Lovely views, although bring bug repellent in warm weather as its right on t... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The setting overlooking the harbour was stunning. Check that the tin for tea is actually filled and you will have to be responsible for your own milk in your room. The onus is on the guest! They cha... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The Sailing Club accommodations are quaint and quiet with a great location right on the water. The room and bathroom are both a decent size with plenty of natural light and lighting. The room has ni... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

It was a very nice spot in a very quiet location. It’s a little bit hard to find where to go if there are no staff around and the communication isn’t great over the weekend but if you are assistant yo... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Charming and clean room, exceptional view on Chichester Harbour, pleasant and peaceful place (at the time of our visit, in the middle of the week, there was no sailing activities). Perfect starting po... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We stayed at Itchenor Sailing Club for a couple of nights last week. The double en suite room was very comfortable and clean with the most fabulous views. The village of Itchenor is gorgeous with a... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I arrived late in the evening, but had no difficulty getting in to my clean, bright room. Shower etc. were excellent. A very pleasant experience, and one I shall repeat if working again in the area.... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely staff at the Sailing Club. Anna went out of her way to accommodate us (literally) when there was a problem with our original booking. Great location, lovely bar with a garden overlooking the... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super tranquil are, we were lucky enough to have a room overlooking the water with a balcony which was just perfect. Staff were excellent, especially Anna who welcomed us. Unfortunately we had to leav... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So so beautiful, what a wonderful place to stay. Perfect room and just sitting harbourside with a drink, watching the sunset, was absolute perfection. Great mini ferry across the water and lovely coas... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just a lovely quite location and I try and go back at least for a couple nights each year for that reason.. The sailing club itself as every thing you need ,comfortable, and basic in beautiful surrou... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wonderful location with amazing views. Lovely (very clean) twin bed room with tea/coffee facilities and large balcony overlooking the harbour. Breakfast baps freshly cooked available for breakfast at... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First time I have stayed here and will gladly again. Room had everything i would need. Bed was very comfy. Nice lady in the bar gave me the key. Bathroom was really nice and shower was powerful. L... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Firstly, a big thank you to all the lovely staff, who really make this place! 🙏 To Anna who was exceptionally friendly and accommodating during the booking process, to Allan who provided such a w... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I held my 60th birthday party at Itchenor sailing club for around 85 people. This included a fabulous meal provided by Danny. There was an excellent selection of food including prawns, salmon and lamb... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

As a room, it was okay. It had a mish-mash of non-matching furniture, and there were dabs of paint on the varnished surfaces where someone had been careless with a paintbrush. The windows opened, but... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really good, affordable accommodation. Ideal for outdoor activity breaks. Very helpful staff and a nice clubhouse and cafe available open to guests. No evening meals, but the pub nearby is really good... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Very peaceful and nice welcome. One bathroom out of action and be careful in the top bathroom if you're over 5'8" - I banged my head more than once!! Couldn't get food due to sailing dinner - didn'... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Delightful stay and friendly sailing club staff around. We were there on a Sunday night so bar and local pub had closed early which was a shame but we had a fabulous brunch following morning at the n... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Lovely harbour views and we had the place practically to ourselves as it was out of season. A pub very close by for dinner, and a short ferry trip across the harbour to Bosham were highlights of our... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely clean rooms in a beautiful location. Our third visit and still an enjoyable experience, to be able to instantly go for walks from the club beside the sea. A very relaxing place to stay, with... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

no parking on site nearest 5 minutes walk £7 per night, lovely place, quiet, peaceful, dark sky at night, no air conditioning - you can open the window but the smell is typical of the port - bay...

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An easy-going and friendly place in a beautiful place. Everyone we encountered made us feel very welcome. The rooms are tastefully decorated and the bathrooms we just across the corrodor. Great shower... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This idyllic club on the south coast looks like a country pub on the water with a family friendly feel to it. Competitive national standard racing, beginner through to racing instruction courses thro... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Welcoming to guests, nothing too much trouble including putting the Lions Rugby game on in the bar! A big Breakfast was provided after a fun day and evening boating and kiting!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Itchenor Sailing Club is a haven with lots of boats on the water. It's clean and has all you need for a comfortable and peaceful stay. The Ship Inn pub 2 mins away for dinner if the club isn't serving... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We held a Yacht Club Rally at the Sailing Club in April. The club organised a very good evening meal for us and also breakfasts the next morning. A few of our members stayed overnight in the club.... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

staff very helpful, lovely location. bedroom well appointed and spotlessly clean....we were however near to the kitchens and the cooling fans could be heard all night which was a bit disappointing.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Very simple gaining access to a neat, albeit small room. Problem with bathroom out of action, but not an issue. Very attractive location, albeit off the beaten track.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I really enjoyed my stay. Was cosy, spotless room and free wifi certainly was useful. Some lovely walks from the club but do bring wellies if it has recently rained. Do make sure you realise there are... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really comfortable, clean room with lovely bedding and an en suite bathroom with shower. Good view of the harbour. Be careful going up the stairs as they are quite steep. Recommend a stay here. It's... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great location, clean and comfortable bedroom with lovely shower room. Appreciated tea and coffee in room. Very helpful staff, good communication, easy and quick check in.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great place to stay! Thanks for a wonderful time - the sailing club is perfectly located direchtly on the bay. Very friendly and helpful staff!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely stay. Beautiful location and very tranquil setting. Staff were super friendly. We’d love to return at some point.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I stayed in one of the small rooms without a sea view. It was very clean with nicely themed nautical decor and ample towels. Although the bathrooms are shared, my room was directly adjacent for easy... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We really enjoyed staying over in your club rooms while we took part in two day’s kayak training. Beautiful location .. Great rooms .. It really added to our enjoyment of our trip. I’m sure we’ll... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The whole atmosphere and staff were so friendly. My bedroom was clean and exactly what I was expecting. The food was delicious. It’s a beautiful part of the country and the sailing club is to be highl... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My boyfriend and I had a lovely night at the sailing club for his birthday weekend getaway. There was a warm welcome, lovely atmosphere, friendly members, and great view from our room.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Stay was good, room was clean and the bed comfortable. Parking was across the road in a public car park, cost overnight was £5.80, I wasn’t aware of this before booking.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We stayed at Itchenor Sailing Club for 2 nights end May 2025. The room was very nicely and simply decorated- all white with a lovely blind and a nautical theme. Lovely and light. The double be... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Itchenor Sailing Club is a beautiful spot to stay. The rooms were lovely and they were clean and bright. We needed to check in late and the staff at the club made it so easy and convenient. We absolut... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely fantastic place to stay. Friendly staff and good value for money. Great service from Anna at the bar and chef Danny! We stayed at the club over the bank holiday weekend. Very clean rooms an... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We stayed 3 nights at the club in the familyroom. Allthough the bathrooms are shared it was allways clean. The staff was really friendly and helpfull. The area was beautiful and a lot to do! We w... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fabulous location, clean & comfortable room with harbour view. Easy self-check-in with clear instructions messaged in advance.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Charming club in a great location. Wonderful view from our room over the boat park and slipways to the harbour.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good stay, nice clean basic room, booking staff v helpful. Could have done with a bit more instruction on how to find the club (in the dark!).

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

A very pleasant room in a stunning location. Clean and comfortable with friendly and helpful staff.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Itchenor is a beautiful place, and the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Our room was small and simple, but had everything we needed. Hope to come back again soon !

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We arrived on foot, by ferry from Bosham.. it was the most perfect way I have ever approached accommodation.. stepping off the dock :-) Check in was easy, accommodation simple and clean. Fresh, delic... See more

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  3. Wedding Venue

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We are one of the leading dinghy and keelboat sailing clubs in the UK, with family-friendly, multi-level fleets, a keen group of rowers and a busy social club. Located in beautiful Chichester Harbour, we are lucky enough to be in an area of outstanding natural beauty. As well as being a thriving sailing club we also offer on site accommodation, business away days, venue hire and much more!


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great place to stay.

First time I have stayed here and will gladly again. Room had everything i would need. Bed was very comfy. Nice lady in the bar gave me the key. Bathroom was really nice and shower was powerful.
Lovely view out to the coast and all the yachts. I would gladly recommend Itchenor Sailing Club.

September 26, 2025
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

As a room, it was ok, but the view was great!

As a room, it was okay. It had a mish-mash of non-matching furniture, and there were dabs of paint on the varnished surfaces where someone had been careless with a paintbrush. The windows opened, but were sticking slightly and needed a shove. The cabinet under the sink had a broken door and it was just propped-up into place. When I tried to open it, the whole door lifted away in my hand. The base to one of the beds had stains on the outside. This room was up in the roof space of the building. If you're over 5' 8" you might not appreciate the sloping ceilings! These are just rooms - no shower or toilet facility (which is pointed-out in the advertising). The bathroom/toilet is separate. It's basically clean, but some of the general maintenance is of poor quality. For example, a new toilet roll dispenser has been fitted to the wall, but you can see where the old one was as the screw holes are still visible. It wouldn't have taken much time to fill the holes and paint over this area. The general impression is that it has all been slung together with any old bits of furniture and a crude paint job just to get the paying punters in there. Check out the rough woodwork just behind the toilet cistern on the top floor. I don't expect the quality of a room in the Ritz, but there is a roughshod element to the way these rooms have been kitted out and decorated. Tea and coffee facilities were all there, and I found the bed comfortable. Also, had a great view out of my room window across the water. Shame I can't attach photo's - these would support what I've written above. All the staff there were friendly & helpful.

September 20, 2025
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Basic, clean and pretty spot

Staff very welcoming. Room basic but tidy and clean and all the necessities. Shared bathroom and shower room very clean. Lovely views, although bring bug repellent in warm weather as its right on the water!
Have to pay for parking at nearby public car park (barely a 5 min walk) but reasonable prices, £7 for 12 hours overnight.

Only negatives were that my large window opened out to an accessible flat roof so didnt feel safe having window open for air during night. Walls also quite thin so was woken by other guests coming and going in the hallway late at night.

September 18, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Shipshape

I arrived late in the evening, but had no difficulty getting in to my clean, bright room. Shower etc. were excellent. A very pleasant experience, and one I shall repeat if working again in the area.

July 9, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great place to stay!

Great place to stay!
Thanks for a wonderful time - the sailing club is perfectly located direchtly on the bay. Very friendly and helpful staff!

September 12, 2025
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Comfortable stay.

Stay was good, room was clean and the bed comfortable. Parking was across the road in a public car park, cost overnight was £5.80, I wasn’t aware of this before booking.

September 4, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Charming room, great location

Charming and clean room, exceptional view on Chichester Harbour, pleasant and peaceful place (at the time of our visit, in the middle of the week, there was no sailing activities). Perfect starting point to walk along the river... And lots of nice boats to admire.

September 9, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fabulous location

Fabulous location, clean & comfortable room with harbour view. Easy self-check-in with clear instructions messaged in advance.

September 3, 2025
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Serenity in a peaceful spot

The setting overlooking the harbour was stunning.
Check that the tin for tea is actually filled and you will have to be responsible for your own milk in your room. The onus is on the guest! They charge for breakfast which although we knew I thought was a bit cheeky, we chose to eat elsewhere. The mould in the shower could have been removed, minor detail, but important.
I cannot fault the location and ambience from the sailing fraternity.

August 23, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A lovely place to stay

Itchenor Sailing Club is a beautiful spot to stay. The rooms were lovely and they were clean and bright. We needed to check in late and the staff at the club made it so easy and convenient. We absolutely loved our stay.

August 22, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely stay

Lovely stay. Beautiful location and very tranquil setting. Staff were super friendly. We’d love to return at some point.

August 21, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely stay at the Sailing Club

Lovely staff at the Sailing Club. Anna went out of her way to accommodate us (literally) when there was a problem with our original booking.
Great location, lovely bar with a garden overlooking the water & lots going on.
It was so nice we didn't stray very far all weekend.

August 21, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just a lovely quite location and I try…

Just a lovely quite location and I try and go back at least for a couple nights each year for that reason..
The sailing club itself as every thing you need ,comfortable, and basic in beautiful surroundings. The staff are helpfull too.

August 18, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We stayed at Itchenor Sailing Club for…

We stayed at Itchenor Sailing Club for a couple of nights last week. The double en suite room was very comfortable and clean with the most fabulous views. The village of Itchenor is gorgeous with a great pub which we visited both nights and a cafe serving delicious breakfast. Wonderful walks along the coast.
We left feeling relaxed and recharged and will definitely return.

August 18, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good, basic accomodation

Really good, affordable accommodation. Ideal for outdoor activity breaks. Very helpful staff and a nice clubhouse and cafe available open to guests. No evening meals, but the pub nearby is really good and serves food in the evening.

August 1, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely peaceful stay by the water!

Itchenor Sailing Club is a haven with lots of boats on the water. It's clean and has all you need for a comfortable and peaceful stay. The Ship Inn pub 2 mins away for dinner if the club isn't serving food. West Witterings (sandy beach) is close by. A lovely little find.

August 13, 2025
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