South Cornwall
Devon & Cornwall, England's West Country: scintillating coastlines, bucket-and-spade seaside villages, wild moorland, secret valleys and deep, high-sided lanes. On Cornwall's south coast there are sparkling seas, hidden coves, tropical gardens, working ports and charming harbour towns. Our favourite hotels are either dramatically sited on the coast or lost in countryside, many of them reflecting the region’s chic image, spearheaded by Olga Polizzi’s Tresanton Hotel, while still providing endless summer fun for families; others are cosy old favourites. The order by which the hotels are listed bears no reflection on our preference.
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Driftwood Hotel
near Portscatho, Cornwall
Delightful seaside chic hotel in a stunning position, with semi-private beach and good food.
14 rooms from $306Exclusive offerGarden - Six acres of coastline leading to the beachGreat walks - Great coastal walks from the doorRestaurant - Michelin starred restaurantViews - Overlooks Gerrans Bay -
Hotel Tresanton
St Mawes, Cornwall
A smart, classic coastal hotel overlooking the bay of St Mawes and beyond. Ideal for weekend or longer retreats with good walks and sailing nearby but otherwise few facilities within the hotel. Good restaurant.
31 rooms from $322Exclusive offer - Longing for Spring Offer!Restaurant - Specialises in fish and other local produce.Kids Club - Summer months onlyLively - Hip and happening.Sailing - Can be booked nearby. -
Old Quay House Hotel
Fowey, Cornwall
Contemporary style in charming Fowey, with fabulous estuary views from this perfectly positioned quayside hotel.
11 rooms from $290Exclusive offer - Food Foraging BreaksViews - Fabulous views over the estuary.Restrictions on children - No children under 13Sailing - Can be booked nearby.Great walks - Good for walkers. -
Trevalsa Court Hotel
Mevagissey, Cornwall
Romantic Arts and Crafts style coastal hotel, small and homely, on top of cliffs for a blowy Cornish escape.
14 rooms from $185Views - Great views from hotelGreat walks - Good for walkers.On the beach - Private beach accessible via a winding cliff pathDiving - Dive centre nearbyRecommended by - Good Hotel Guide, Sawdays -
Gurnard's Head Hotel
Zennor, Cornwall
A magnet for walkers looking for tranquillity, an informal coastal gastropub with simple accommodation, full of character.
7 rooms from $161Exclusive offer - Sunday lunch specialGreat walks - Excellent coastal walks to St IvesRestaurant - Excellent locally sourced foodViews - Sweeping coastal viewsSeaside - Ideal for a seaside holiday. -
The Abbey
Penzance, Cornwall
Jean Shrimpton's charming, characterful hotel in the heart of old Penzance, with an eclectic mix of art and antiques.
7 rooms from $161Exclusive offer - Get away from it all break - Free Scilly Isles TripGarden - Perfect for tea or sundownersFull of character - Decorated with chandeliers, quilted bedspreads and French armoiresQuirky - An experience!Recommended by - Sawdays -
Blue Hayes
St Ives (West Cornwall)
Glamourous and discreet 5 room boutique hotel in buzzy St Ives, tranquil with sweeping views.
6 rooms from $274Exclusive offerSights nearby - Tate St Ives Modern art museum 20 mins walkRestrictions on children - No children under the age of 10Views - Great views from hotelGreat walks - Good for walkers.Recommended by - Frommers -
Botelet
Liskeard, Cornwall
Charming and off-the-beaten track farmhouse b+b, set in rural Cornish farmland, with self catering cottages and yurts.
3 rooms from $113Restrictions on children - No children under 11Quirky - Shabby chicFull of characterSecluded setting - For escaping.Recommended by - Sawdays -
Mount Haven
Nr Penzance, Cornwall
Soothing contemporary haven overlooking St Michael’s Mount, in a stunning position, with great sunsets in an uncrowded area.
18 rooms from $209Views - Great views of St Michaels MountOutstanding location - Unspoilt spot near the tip of CornwallSeaside - Ideal for a seaside holiday.Great walks - Good for walkers.Recommended by - Good Hotel Guide, Sawdays -
Boskerris Hotel
St Ives (West Cornwall)
Small, boutique hotel with spectacular sea views - casual sophistication with lovely seaside feel.
15 rooms from $185Views - Wide coastal views from most roomsSights nearby - Tate St Ives within walking distanceGreat walks - South West Coast Path nearbyRestrictions on children - No children under 7 -
Nansloe Manor
Helston, Cornwall
Grade II listed Georgian manor on the Lizard, within easy reach of the coast and Cornwall’s rugged mining heritage.
14 rooms from $193Restrictions on children - No children under 3 and no children under 11 in the Nansloe RestaurantSights nearby - Including the Minack Theatre, St Michael's Mount and St IvesSailing - Boats can be hired nearbyGreat walks - Good for walkers. -
No 1
St Ives (West Cornwall)
First class 'shabby chic' B&B with superb hospitality, well placed in St Ives for the best of culture in Cornwall.
4 rooms from $161Sights nearby - St Ives TateSailing - Can be booked nearby.Seaside - Ideal for a seaside holiday.Birdwatching - Good birding near the hotel. -
Ennys
St Hilary, Cornwall
Historic Georgian estate providing a gateway to local activities and a fine B&B as a base.
4 rooms from $169Surfing - Surf lessons available via GlobalboardersYoga - Group classes and yoga weekendsGarden - Beautiful landscaped gardenKayaking - kayaking, creek canoeing, wild swimming, stand-up paddleboarding availableRecommended by - Frommers -
The Old Coastguard, Mousehole
West Cornwall
Fun, laid back hotel with good food and spectacular views out to sea. Rough edges, simple rooms, very hospitable.
14 rooms from $177Views - To St Michael's Mount and the LizardGarden - Tropical garden down to the seaQuirky - No TVs - and an eclectic mix of furnitureOutstanding location
Fiona Duncan,
posted Tuesday, 8th June 2010
