The Best Great Britain Beach & Seafront Hotels

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


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seafront, room only accommodation with well-presented guest rooms, many with sea views, and the added benefit of shared kitchen facilities

Bowies Lodge

Blackpool

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enjoy the freedom to explore the local, breakfast eateries, at this traditional guesthouse which provides well priced, functional rooms

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on the doorstep of the ferry to Hoy and Flotta, this expansive B&B offers bright, spacious rooms and has great views over historic Scapa Flow

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overlooking the bustling harbour, this traditionally furnished guesthouse offers cosy accommodation close to the towns many amenities

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with a large residents lounge, a sun lounge and front patio, take a moment to relax at this comfortable guesthouse after a busy day

The Trevone

Llandudno

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traditional accommodation with a fine spot on the famous Victorian promenade and has simple style rooms, many with sea views

The Waverley

Southend-on-Sea

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family-run guest house located opposite the beach at Thorpe Bay, guest rooms are light and airy, some have sea views and a balcony

Just Roomz

Blackpool

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offers simple, but comfy, accommodation moments from the Pleasure Beach and the room only arrangement provides lots of flexibility

The Lindum

Hastings

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enjoying a privileged sea-front location, close to the pier and skatepark, this charming guesthouse offers traditionally furnished, cosy rooms

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in a majestic, seafront location with views across the Menai Strait to Snowdonia; a friendly and relaxing place offering spacious suites

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simple guest rooms, with few frills, feature at this accommodation that is ideally placed for the beach and town centre shops, bars and eateries

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former guests have praised these well-presented beach cabins, both for the luxurious extras and of course for the fabulous location on the beach

The Gallery

Port Isaac

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enjoys a prime location in the village with scenic views over the pretty harbour, the traditional tiered, Cornish wild garden is ideal to relax in

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this welcoming guest house has light and airy, spacious rooms - each has a small fridge with fresh milk and bottled water for guests' use

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seafront accommodation featuring simple, but comfortable, rooms with few frills, some enjoy views over Cardigan Bay and a relaxing lounge

The Bay

Margate

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enjoys a primes seafront location directly opposite the Winter Gardens Theatre and is only a 5-minute walk from the Turner Contemporary

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in a delightful spot, on the banks of the River Tay, this former boathouse has been turned into a modern, comprehensively appointed guesthouse

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elegant accommodation in a Georgian building in a lively area, with plenty of restaurants ans bars nearby, overlooking the golden sands

Norton Hotel

Seaton Carew

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offers basic rooms with few frills, the shared kitchen facilities are handy for those who like to prepare their own meals

Seascape

Barmouth

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cosy, well-equipped rooms, some with fine sea views, can be enjoyed at this welcoming B&B in a tall period building on Barmouth's sea front

The Retreat

West Mersea

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a self contained cabin which has been thoughtfully and stylishly designed to offer comfortable, spacious accommodation in a pretty spot

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a spacious apartment sleeping up to 5, boasting elegant furnishings and a walk-in wet-room, located on the seafront, just metres from the beach

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with the entire unit situated on the ground floor, this spacious accommodation provides both comfort and relaxation

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a traditional seaside guest house, hospitable and cosy, located close to the sea front - some rooms have sea views - and restaurants

Beach House 49

Musselburgh

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a peaceful and refreshing stay is assured here in one comfortable, well equipped room in a little house set overlooking the sea and beach

Aereawest

Scarborough

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budget, few frills accommodation situated on the cliff top overlooking North Bay and the beach and close to Scarborough Castle

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this bright and airy guesthouse offers spacious rooms, some with views over the North Sea and harbour, just 2 minutes walk from the Pavilion

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