Best beaches in Ventnor

5 ranked beaches in Ventnor, Isle of Wight

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

All beaches in Ventnor

1
Monks Bay

Small rocky bay east of Ventnor, useful for rock-pooling and a quieter south-coast stop.

7.0

2

Orchard Bay

Tiny south-coast bay west of Steephill Cove, likely missed because access is limited and discreet.

7.0

3

Steephill Cove

Foot-access cove near Ventnor with cottages, clear shallows and a strong hidden-gem reputation.

7.0

4

Ventnor Beach

South-facing Victorian resort beach with a sheltered microclimate, promenade and paddling area.

7.0

5

Wheelers Bay

Small rocky bay just east of Ventnor, useful for coastal walks and rock pools.

7.0

What makes Ventnor's beaches stand out?

Ventnor sits in Isle of Wight, United Kingdom and is home to 5 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Ventnor or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.