10 Great Seaside Hotels in the UK

Whether you’re planning a bucket-and-spade holiday with the family or to indulge yourself with a sybaritic break, you’ll find somewhere to tempt you amongst these seaside hotels. Locations range from Cornwall and the Scilly Isles to Norfolk and North Wales, and all the hotels are within flip-flop distance of the sea and a fine beach.


  • Driftwood Hotel

    near Portscatho, Cornwall

    Delightful seaside chic hotel in a stunning position, with semi-private beach and good food.

    14 rooms from $306
    Exclusive offer
    Garden  -  Six acres of coastline leading to the beach
    Great walks  -  Great coastal walks from the door
    Restaurant  -  Michelin starred restaurant
    Views  -  Overlooks Gerrans Bay
    Recommended by  -  Mr & Mrs Smith, Sawdays, Travel Intelligence
  • St Enodoc Hotel

    Rock, Cornwall

    Breezy, family-friendly hotel with golf, and beach on the doorstep, in buzzy Rock. Sailing club and classes, rib rides and waterskiing.

    16 rooms from $419
    Exclusive offer  -  Seaside special
    Sailing  -  Rock sailing club a few yards away
    Child friendly  -  Childrens tea provided
    Restaurant  -  2 star Michelin
    Surfing  -  Polzeath is within walking distance, or a short drive
  • Osborne House Hotel

    Llandudno, Conwy, North Wales

    Listed townhouse with six luxury Victorian-style suites on Llandudno's seafront.

    6 rooms from $217
    Great walks  -  Walking to suit everyone from Snowdonia to the Wales Coast Path.
    Views  -  Sweeping views of the Esplanade from all the suites.
    Seaside  -  Ideal for a seaside holiday.
    Recommended by  -  Good Hotel Guide, Travel Intelligence
  • Harbourmaster Hotel

    Aberaeron, Ceredigion, West Wales

    Happy seaside hotel and restaurant in charming Aberaeron, with rooms spread among three historic harbourside buildings.

    13 rooms from $177
    Views  -  Great views from hotel
    Seaside  -  Ideal for a seaside holiday.
    Recommended by  -  Mr & Mrs Smith, Good Hotel Guide, Sawdays
  • The Seaview

    Seaview, The Isle of Wight

    Friendly, stylish hub in the centre of charming Seaview, popular with locals, with busy terrace, two restaurants and a mix contemporary or chintzy bedrooms in various sizes, some with views. Great base for sailing or local exploring, 50 yards from the sea.

    28 rooms from $201
    Lively  -  Popular with locals, packed in summer.
    Views  -  Seaviews from some rooms.
    Sailing  -  Can be booked nearby.
    Seaside  -  Ideal for a seaside holiday.
    Recommended by  -  Good Hotel Guide, Sawdays
  • The White Horse

    Norfolk

    Lively pub overlooking Brancaster estuary. Popular with families and sailors.

    15 rooms from $153
    Exclusive offer
    Bar  -  Very popular with locals, especially in summer
    Lively  -  Hip and happening.
    Sailing  -  Can be booked nearby.
    Seaside  -  Ideal for a seaside holiday.
    Recommended by  -  Good Hotel Guide
  • Hell Bay Hotel

    Isles of Scilly

    Remote, wonderfully sited and stylish island hotel on Bryher.

    25 rooms from $435
    Restaurant  -  3 AA Rosettes.
    Views  -  Great views out to the Atlantic
    Birdwatching  -  Good birding near the hotel.
    Romantic  -  Good for couples.
  • The Henley

    Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon

    Small and friendly seaside bolthole of just 5 rooms, with a beach house feel, close to Burgh Island - great views, fine cooking, with its own private beach access.

    5 rooms from $193
    Exclusive offer  -  From £60
    Views  -  Superb views spanning the Avon Estuary, Burgh Island and beyond.
    Restrictions on children  -  No children under 12
    Great walks  -  Good for walkers.
    Outstanding location
    Recommended by  -  Good Hotel Guide, Sawdays
  • drakes

    Brighton

    Seafront boutique with a 24-hour bar and great sea views from some of the rooms. Decent restaurant, close to the Pier. Large beds, some with freestanding baths.

    20 rooms from $217
    Views  -  In some rooms you can take a bath with a view of the sea
    Sights nearby  -  Close to the Pier
  • Grange Hotel

    Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria

    One of a kind and full of character: old fashioned, genteel Victorian hotel in a Lake District seaside resort. Ornate rooms, fine dining, pool and spa. Weddings galore.

    58 rooms from $177
    Full of character
    Seaside  -  Ideal for a seaside holiday.
    Romantic  -  Good for couples.
    Spa

posted Monday, 22nd February 2010
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