The Best Great Britain Beach & Seafront Hotels

recommended hotels by the sea, on or close to the beach


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traditional accommodation offering a high standard of hospitality, good food and comfortable rooms, most with views over scenic Hope Cove

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Victorian villa retaining plenty of its original character, whilst offering comfortable, well-appointed rooms that enjoy sea or mountain views

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where Exmoor meets the sea, this waters edge accommodation features rooms furnished to a high standard, a harbour side restaurant and bar

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in a superb location overlooking Broadhaven's magnificent sandy beach, a friendly B&B with comfortable rooms and a great Italian restaurant

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from its lofty spot on Polkirt Hill, guests at this beautifully appointed accommodation can enjoy views over the fishing village and coastline

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there are views over Ardmucknish Bay to Lismore and distant Mull from this fine Edwardian house, some of the cosy rooms have the same vista

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great value accommodation with direct access to a broad and sandy beach

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purposely designed and built as a spacious, luxury guest house, where traditional island design and contemporary style meet in a scenic setting

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overlooking the West Lyn River, most of the rooms at this friendly B&B boast private balconies enjoying scenic views of the harbour and sea

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set opposite the beach this guest accommodation boasts its own Indian restaurant, the menu has an emphasis on vegetarian specialities

Cairnryan B&B

Cairnryan

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set in well tended gardens on the shores of Loch Ryan, it is handy for both Stena Line and P&O ferries and guest rooms are immaculate

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a traditional guest house providing quality accommodation in a prime spot with views over Lamlash Bay; some of the rooms enjoy sea views

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with a number of rooms offering spectacular views across the bay, this warm and welcoming B&B would make a good seaside holiday choice

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a former fisherman's cottage, now a cosy and warm B&B, set in a delightful, sculpture-filled garden overlooking the waters of Loch Foyle

Glenarroch

Kyleakin

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this welcoming accommodation has a restaurant next door for breakfast and dinner, and some of the well-presented rooms have a sea view

Lisle Combe

St. Lawrence

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former home of British poet Alfred Noyes - still managed by family members - offering a peaceful retreat and plenty of original charm

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comfortable, well-presented rooms, many with sea views, are offered at this seafront guest house that is ideal for a base from which to explore

Awel y Mor

Aberdovey

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in a perfect position overlooking the beach of a picturesque estuary village, this luxurious B&B has won exceptionally high review scores

B&B at 37

Cellardyke

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a Victorian coastal house with modern facilities inside enjoys a fine position on the Fife Coastal Path in the historic village of Cellardyke

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a substantial Edwardian house. a B&B since 1905, offers elegant comfort and courteous service in a great location on the sea front of Whiting Bay

Orsay House

Portnahaven

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located by the sea in a beautiful conservation village, a highly-praised B&B in a traditional house offers pretty rooms with high quality comfort

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for a visit to Islay, the 'Queen of the Hebrides', choose this boutique B&B in a quaint fisherman's cottage overlooking Port Ellen's sandy beach

Wild Air

Mevagissey

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magnificent sea and harbour views abound at this welcoming B&B, you can enjoy the scenic views whilst having breakfast and from some rooms

Marine House

Milford-on-Sea

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striking Art-Deco style building set directly on the seafront - stay in stylish, well-appointed rooms many with views across to the Needles

SEAcroft

Aird Uig

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offering evening meals and a relaxing bar, this idyllic B&B features stunning sea views and a choice of rooms including cliff-top chalets

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B&B, tea room and in high season a restaurant, perched on the water's edge; guest rooms feature a mix of nautical and historic furnishings

28 Hillside

Lochinver

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boasting glorious views across Loch Inver, this homely B&B offers en-suite rooms, a buffet breakfast and communal kitchen for guests to use

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in an enviable seafront location with views across Ardmucknish Bay , this friendly B&B boasts comfortably furnished rooms and an outdoor deck

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a cosy and comfortable guest house enjoying a prominent position of Brodick's seafront, take a sea view room for an extra special treat

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highly commended by previous guests, the genial host at this period guest house offers a warm welcome ensuring a pleasant, cosy stay

The Slipway

Port Isaac

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found opposite the fishing harbour amidst the hustle and bustle of the village and offers attractive rooms which sit above the licensed cafe

The Kite House

East Wittering

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swim in the pool or relax in the stylish contemporary rooms or on the sun terrace, in a fabulous location right on East Wittering beach

The Old Shop

Carsethorn

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this former fisherman's cottage sits a stone's throw away from the waters of the Solway Firth, view glorious sunsets from the cute summer house

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