The Best Great Britain Beach & Seafront Hotels

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


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eclectic design and features dot the interior and gardens of this smart hotel, the rooms are elegant and the restaurant offers fine dining

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in a beautiful, seashore setting, this traditionally furnished hotel offers guests a choice of a formal restaurant or casual fare in the conservatory

Driftwood

Rosevine

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set in a peaceful, secluded clifftop setting with scenic views and offers contemporary style rooms, excellent dining and a private beach

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the beautiful location on the shores of Loch Na Dal, award-winning food and the luxurious rooms all make this hotel one of Skye's finest

Machrie Hotel

Port Ellen

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perfect for golf lovers, in a dramatic setting overlooking its own links and the sea, this smart hotel offers fabulous dining and leisure facilities

Housel Bay Hotel

Housel Cove

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perched in a stunning clifftop location above a small cove and tidal beach which can be reached by steps direct from the hotel's garden

Tigh an Truish Inn

Clachan Bridge

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an historic island inn, tastefully restored, wins high praise for the elegant rooms and an award-winning restaurant alongside the traditional local bar

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a range of luxurious lodge rooms, apartments and cottages with scenic views over Loch Fyne and an extensive range of leisure facilities for all

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elegant Georgian mansion set in quiet countryside overlooking Chesil Beach and the Fleet Lagoon offering facilities for the whole family

The Ferry House Inn

Leysdown-on-Sea

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16th century public house at the edge of the Swale Estuary offering panoramic views and contemporary, rustic style guest rooms