The Best Great Britain Beach & Seafront Hotels

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


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an award-winning, 17th-century townhouse on the water's edge boasting Solent views, stylish rooms and fine dining with seafood a speciality

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striking hotel situated on the waters of Cardiff Bay, chic décor permeates throughout and there is a luxury spa and an innovative restaurant

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

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a sense of the French Riviera permeates through this elegant and stylish hotel where guests are afforded high levels of comfort and service

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a chic and stylish hotel set across a cluster of buildings on the edge of the village, the rooms are elegant and many have wonderful sea views

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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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a fine Regency property lovingly renovated by an award-winning architect to create a stylish, contemporary hotel with fine dining

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relax in the lounges with their panoramic sea views or in the health spa with its spa bath, steam room and heated loungers at this cliff-top hotel

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a chic and contemporary hotel set right on the quayside of an attractive fishing village, rooms are individually decorated and superbly appointed

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luxurious rooms and a restaurant and bar serving a modern menu of locally sourced produce and Welsh craft beers meet the sea at this hotel

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from its lofty position above the harbour there are stunning views over the village and coast, indulge in the luxurious spa for true relaxation

The Ship Inn

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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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a leading hotel in Worthing, in a fine position near the sea front, offers classic style in communal areas, and smart modern comfort in the rooms

Inglewood

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a seafront guest house, highly commended by previous guests and has earned awards for the quality of the accommodation and breakfasts

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boasts a lofty vantage point - in the heart of the town - overlooking the beach and sea; guest rooms are spacious and tastefully decorated

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stay in stylish, well-appointed rooms at this award-winning guest house situated overlooking East Beach Green, the seafront and beach

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award-winning guest house with spacious, sumptuously furnished rooms boasting king-size beds, many affording great views over the bay

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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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Victorian villa set on the hillside enjoying wonderful sea views, the updated interior is stylish and modern and there is an opulent bar

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townhouse dating from 1790, in a prime seafront spot, thoroughly updated to provide comfy, boutique style rooms, many with sea views

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the Bohemian decor adds colour and character to this unique, beach facing guest house and with just 6 rooms offers an intimate ambience

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