The Best Great Britain Beach & Seafront Hotels

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


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enjoys a prime spot overlooking Douglas Bay and offers contemporary, individually styled rooms and suites, many with sweeping bay views

Camelia Hotel

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enjoys a superb seaside spot directly opposite the beach at Thorpe Bay and offers a friendly atmosphere, well-presented rooms and fine food

Cary Arms

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for a special English Riviera holiday, here you'll find a traditional inn with the pampering comfort of a luxury spa hotel, in an outstanding spot

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independent, family-run hotel in a prime spot overlooking a green to the Ribble estuary beyond; rooms are well-appointed, many with sea views

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combines a central, seafront setting with well-appointed rooms, many with sea views, and a restaurant serving locally sourced Manx produce

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situated in an 18th Century country house with the restaurants using produce from their own gardens

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early 18th-century hotel, combining charming period features with contemporary rooms, glorious sea views and fresh, local produce to eat

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an elegant retreat, set directly above golden sands with sweeping sea views, it features stylish rooms, fine dining and relaxing facilities

The Ship Inn

Stonehaven

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quayside inn with picturesque harbour views, comfy, cosy rooms - most have harbour views - and a restaurant where seafood is a speciality

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smart and contemporary hotel set between the waters of Mooragh Lake and the Irish Sea; bedrooms are individually styled and spacious

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perched in a cliff-top setting with sweeping views over the Bristol Channel towards Wales; guest rooms are classically styled

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perched on the cliff top above Botany Bay - beach can be reached via steps in a few minutes - with comfy lounge bar and sea view restaurant

The Ness

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built in 1810 for a wealthy Georgian family in a scenic spot overlooking the Teign Estuary; nautically themed rooms feature, some with sea views

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proudly standing on Tankerton cliffs and enjoying fine sea views; guest rooms are spacious and decorated in a contemporary, nautical style

The Beach House

Milford-on-Sea

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elegance and style prevail at this beautiful Victorian house, built in an Arts and Crafts style, situated on the seafront with Isle of Wight views

The Royal Albion

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18th century hotel, regularly visited by Charles Dickens, in a magnificent location with views over Viking Bay yet close to the heart of the town

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elegant Victorian building standing atop Cliftonville's clifftop with traditional style guest rooms and a restaurant serving local produce

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seafront hotel with enviable bay views, comfy, relaxing rooms, Champagne & Gin bar with a sun deck, plus it champions local food

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enjoy fine dining, utilising locally sourced produce, at this beautifully appointed, sea-front inn at the south end of spectacular Slapton Sands

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providing fresh, modern rooms in a lovely location, this pretty, well equipped inn offers a breath of seaside air for a pleasant, relaxing stay

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welcoming hotel boasting direct access to the beach, well presented guest rooms, many with ses views, and an indoor swimming pool

Kensington Hotel

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a comfortable, seafront hotel with well-presented rooms and friendly, welcoming staff

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Victorian townhouse on the seafront featuring elegant, individually styled rooms, some with sea views, and a conservatory lounge

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well-appointed standard and superior rooms - many with fine sea views - and an indoor fun pool are featured at this handily placed seafront hotel

La Baia Hotel

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this Victorian townhouse offers cosy bedrooms that are individually decorated, the sea view rooms enjoy a vista across the bay and castle

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fabulous period accommodation in a grand Victorian castle with a spectacular setting to match, overlooking Mull's rugged north coast

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traditional, seafront guest accommodation offering well-appointed rooms, an award-winning breakfast and a cosy lounge bar with views

Mansion House

Scarborough

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many of the rooms at this superbly appointed 200-year old house enjoy sea and harbour views, the decor is stylish and classical in nature

Mincarlo

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appreciate the best of the Scilly Isles at this delightful B&B in an idyllic beachside spot with wonderful terrace views, in Hugh Town, St Mary's

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sumptuous rooms, a scone and jam welcome and a gourmet breakfast are all on offer at this luxurious B&B on the banks of the Firth of Clyde

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stylish, self-contained room, with its own lounge, set quietly on the shores of the Solway Firth; a hearty breakfast is served with scenic views

Arosfa

Aberaeron

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overlooking the pretty harbour, this traditionally decorated B&B, built in the early 19th century, offers light, airy rooms and a generous breakfast

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