Spitbank Fort - Solent Forts

From your sea citadel, the view is breathtaking over the waters of the Solent.

In the waters of the Solent, the strait that separates the beautiful Isle of Wight from the mainland, four sea forts form an invisible square. Military fortresses, they were erected at the end of the 19th century to protect the English crown from the invasions of Napoleon III.

St Helens Fort is a private domain, Horse Sand Fort has been converted into a museum, while Spitbank Fort and No Man's Fort open their doors to a few privileged guests for a unique stay.

Spitbank Fort was the first of the four forts to be completed; it was commissioned in 1878, after 11 years of colossal work. Surrounded by water - its walls are 6m thick - Spitbank is an absolutely unique hotel to stay in today in the United Kingdom. The 150 soldiers and their ammunition have been replaced by 9 luxury suites, fine dining, three dining rooms, a library, a Laurent-Perrier champagne bar and wine cellar and, on the open-air terrace, a 360° view, a heated pool, and a sauna.

The smallest fort in the Solent, part of the Amazing Venues collection, offers an unprecedented, luxurious experience with plenty of privacy less than 2 km by sea from Portsmouth.
A retreat to be reached by water taxi chartered by Spitbank from Gosport; a promising start to a stay, isn't it?

From 599 GBP
2019 rates, from £299 per night for two, including transfers and full board.

✦ 5 Commmodore Suite
✦ 1 Commmodore Suite Waterbed
✦ 2 Admiral Suite

Note: All prices are provided for informational purposes only and must be confirmed directly with the establishment.