Isle of Wight's Newport Quay Hotel will reopen after fire

The Newport Quay Hotel had to be evacuated on Wednesday morning, when a blaze broke out in its kitchen.

Some guests were later relocated and the hotel is currently closed.

Its owners, who have run it since 2016, have told the Isle of Wight County Press they plan to reopen as soon as possible and they have thanked those who supported them on the day.

Outside the hotel on Quay Street, Newport, on Wednesday

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They said: "We would like to thank the fire service for their quick and efficient support. 

"We also would like to thank Calverts Hotel for their hospitality and support."

As soon as the necessary repairs are completed, the hotel will reopen, its owners say.

Isle of Wight firefighters from Newport, Cowes, Ryde and East Cowes were called to the three-storey building on Quay Street at about 4.30am on January 18.

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They used breathing apparatus, two hoses, a thermal imaging camera and specialist equipment to ventilate the hotel.

The Newport Quay Hotel is in a 17th century Grade II Listed building, which boasts some of its historic features, including Victorian wood panelled walls and exposed beams.