The Best Great Britain Beach & Seafront Hotels

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


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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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enjoy award-winning dining in the relaxed restaurant whilst taking in the fine views over Loch Linnhe at this wee, contemporary hotel

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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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guests can enjoy the relaxing leisure facilities at this waterfront hotel, which boasts an informal bistro and an a la carte seafood restaurant

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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

Kinloch Hotel

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a high quality hotel on the beachfront, with views of the Mull of Kintyre, offers relaxing facilities and comfortable, well-appointed rooms

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set in a peaceful cliff-top spot surrounded by lush gardens and terraces, many of the traditionally decorated rooms enjoy sea or country views

The Cliff Hotel

Gwbert-on-Sea

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enjoy the plunge pool, sauna and hydro-spa at this relaxing, cliff-top hotel, affording breathtaking views over Cardigan Bay

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a classic Victorian building that sits proudly on the cliff-top with enviable views across South Bay, many of the rooms enjoy the coastal views

Expanse Hotel

Bridlington

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owned and managed by generations of the same family since 1932 and offers a traditional seaside stay overlooking the golden sands

Marine Hotel

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enjoy the sweeping views across Cardigan Bay from many of the hotels rooms and the restaurant where fresh, local produce is on the menu

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a converted Victorian mansion in an imposing position overlooking Campbeltown Loch offers a friendly welcome and well-presented rooms

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a former coaching inn, on the shores of Loch Ewe, with comfortable rooms - most with sea or mountain views - and a cosy bar and restaurant

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relax in the indoor pool, sauna or hot tub at this seafront hotel before enjoying a dish or two from the creative menu served in the restaurant

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welcoming guests to its seafront setting for over 100 years, a comfortable hotel with well-presented rooms, many with fine sea views

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in a scenic location affording views over Loch Broom, this sociable hostel offers a wide variety of accommodation and a shared kitchen

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overlooking beautiful Broadford Bay from an elevated spot and close to village amenities, this homely hostel is ideally situated for coastal walks

Westleigh

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offers simple style, but comfy, bedrooms, some with fine sea views, and numerous breakfast options including a traditional, full English

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with some rooms affording great views over Swansea Bay, this cosy, beachfront B&B is hosted by a friendly and helpful couple

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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

YHA

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there are scenic coastal views from the lounge of this former lifeboat station, it offers simple style accommodation in a glorious setting

YHA Boggle Hole

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a former mill building, nestled in a peaceful spot where the countryside meets the sea, that features modern, simple style rooms and dorms

YHA Treyarnon Bay

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set overlooking the golden sands of Treyarnon Bay right on the South West Coast Path and offers a choice of affordable accommodation

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sitting in a prominent spot on the seafront many of the rooms boast sea views, there is a fine dining restaurant and a grill specialising in steaks

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Victorian town house standing on the promenade, some of the original features have been retained whilst modernised facilities are provided

The Trevone

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

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offering magnificent views of mountains and sea, this cosy and sociable hostel has a varied choice of rooms and a well-equipped shared kitchen

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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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traditional, family-run guest house on the seafront offering simple accommodation, but comfy, and a cooked breakfast to start the day

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perched next to beautiful Achmelvich Bay, this cosy and sociable hostel has a well-equipped kitchen, ideal for those looking for peace and quiet

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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