The Best Great Britain Beach & Seafront Hotels

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


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occupies an unrivalled seafront setting just metres from sandy beaches and offers relaxing facilities, fine dining and wonderful sea views

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in a stunning cliff top position with direct access to miles of sandy beach and boasting a wealth of facilities including a marine-inspired spa

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a stylish Victorian hotel set in a stunning spot overlooking Fistral Beach with an impressive range of relaxing facilities and award-winning dining

Cary Arms

Babbacombe

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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

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

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a handsome Art Deco hotel, restored to its former glory of 1930s sophisticated glamour, with stunning views over Morecambe Bay

Rusacks Hotel

St. Andrews

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luxurious accommodation in a superb location with views of the 1st tee and 18th hole of the famous Old Course in the heart of the home of golf

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enjoy the fabulous, extensive leisure facilities at this luxurious hotel, set in glorious grounds which lead down to the sandy shores of Moray Firth

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this grand Victorian hotel occupies a prominent, seafront spot, there are stylish rooms and an elegant restaurant serving award-winning cuisine

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well-appointed hotel, in a seafront setting, with comfortable, luxurious guest rooms, award-winning dining and relaxing leisure facilities

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set in mature, cliff-top gardens with wonderful views across Mount's Bay and offering an extensive range of facilities for the whole family

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soak up the luxury of this Victorian fairytale chateau, overlooking the Strait, visit the wine cave, relax in elegant lounges and pretty gardens

Prom Hotel

Great Yarmouth

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perfectly placed hotel with the beach, pier and attractions on the doorstep, guest rooms are smartly presented and many have sea views

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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 Brudenell

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luxury hotel where guests can enjoy a prime seafront setting, stylish guest rooms and award-winning cuisine, especially fresh seafood

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a grade II listed hotel dating from 1874, many of the original character features have been retained whilst more modern comforts added