The Best Great Britain Beach & Seafront Hotels

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


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comfortable, family-run hotel with well-appointed rooms, sociable and contemporary public lounges, live entertainment and relaxing facilities

Viking Hotel

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a lively hotel on the seafront with comfortable, well-appointed rooms, a restaurant with sea-view, several bars and live cabaret entertainment

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popular hotel on the Prom with modern rooms, many with sea views, and hosts regular entertainment including vocalists and comedians

Cliffs Hotel

Blackpool

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lots to do for all the family at this traditional hotel, there are relaxing leisure facilities, live entertainment and a kids club in school holidays

Afton Hotel

Eastbourne

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perfectly placed, value hotel set back off of Grand Parade with the pier and Carpet Gardens opposite and within a short stroll of the town centre

Clare House

Grange-over-Sands

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a welcoming seaside retreat run by the same family since 1969, there are comfy lounges, real log fires, a well-tended garden and sea views

Craig-y-Don

Blackpool

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bright, airy rooms, some with sea views, feature at this comfortable seafront hotel as do a buffet restaurant and regular entertainment

Swn Y Mor

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the welcoming and friendly staff, standards of cleanliness, location and the value for money offered have been commended by previous guests

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a traditional hotel on Barmouth's seafront, a few steps from the beach, offering ssimple style rooms, some overlooking Cardigan Bay

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this well-established hotel is located on the picturesque panoramic promenade - many of the traditional rooms have fine views of the bay

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overlooking Ramsgate harbour and marina and features well-appointed rooms, lounge serving traditional bar food and an adjoining restaurant

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perfectly placed on The Leas, Folkestone's clifftop promenade, close to Leas Cliff Hall and offers traditional style rooms and a popular bar

Seafront 419

Blackpool

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smart and contemporary budget hotel on the seafront, bedrooms are compact and modern, the bar is the perfect spot to enjoy a sundowner

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just off the seafront, moments from the i360 - traditional hotel, retaining Regency character, with a restaurant serving locally caught seafood

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perfectly placed hotel to enjoy all that Weymouth has to offer, the beach is opposite whilst the historic harbour, shopping and theatre are nearby

Lyndene Hotel

Blackpool

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one of Blackpool's largest family-run run hotels offering classically styled rooms, 3 bars, a games room and cabaret and entertainment all year

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in a fine position on the shores of the Sound of Islay overlooking the ferry port, a simple, unfussy hotel serves local seafood, meat and whisky

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a hotel in a Grade I listed Georgian building showcases its fine period charm throughout, and offers classic rooms, some with fine sea views

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there are golden beaches galore just a stone's throw from this traditional hotel, after a day at the beach relax with a drink in the pretty garden

Delmont Hotel

Scarborough

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an independent, family-run hotel with views over North Bay, many of the rooms have sea views and there is regular evening entertainment

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value hotel situated on the seafront offering simple style, but comfy, rooms and a great location to get out and about exploring Llandudno

Mentone Hotel

Weston-super-Mare

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a friendly welcome awaits at this traditional hotel featuring modern, simple accommodation well placed for accessing the seaside attractions

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enjoys a prime seafront location and is close to the start of the Coast to Coast walk, there are 3 bars and a restaurant serving local produce

Bedford Hotel

Blackpool

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value accommodation on the North Shore Prom boasting an indoor heated pool, spa bath, sauna and within easy reach of the town centre

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simply relax and enjoy the sea views from many of the guest rooms, the dining room and the large sun terrace at this comfortable, homely hotel

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enjoys a prime seafront location with the golden sands immediately opposite - many of the spacious guest rooms have sea views

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an established, family run hotel, facing due South, looking out over Sandown Bay, providing comfortable, traditional accommodation

Bay View

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a classic seaside hotel providing traditional, comfortable accommodation and set near to Dinosaur Isle and the Isle of Wight Zoo

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set on Grand Parade opposite the famous bandstand and beach - guest rooms are well-appointed and the restaurant serves an extensive menu

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this good value hotel enjoys an ideal location near the seafront, with sea views from some rooms - enjoy relaxing evenings in the friendly bar

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on the seafront, opposite the Lifeboat Museum, this relaxing hotel has been highly rated by previous guests for its friendly and attentive staff

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a combination of Victorian and Art Deco architecture can be seen at this relaxed hotel whilst the interior enjoys an open, airy ambience

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as the name suggests, this traditional hotel is on the seafront with views over Livermead Beach it is also conveniently located for the station

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with an impressive timbered façade, a traditional seafront hotel close to the beach and attractions offers homely rooms and live entertainment

Nelson Beach Hotel

Great Yarmouth

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the seafront setting affords guests easy access to some of the town's attractions, such as the Sea Life Centre and Wellington Pier

Penwig

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a family-run inn, looking out over the pretty harbour, with a short walk to the sandy beach and boasting modern rooms and a relaxed restaurant

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guests can enjoy the relaxing leisure facilities and convivial bar at this traditionally furnished hotel, affording stunning views across Oban Bay

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traditional seaside hotel on The Leas, Eastbourne's clifftop promenade, and close to the town centre with great sea views and entertainment

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seafront accommodation featuring simple, but comfortable, rooms with few frills, some enjoy views over Cardigan Bay and a relaxing lounge

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