The Best Great Britain Beach & Seafront Hotels

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


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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

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this stylish hotel is situated 2 minutes walk from the ferry terminal, it offers elegant and spacious rooms and a bistro serving Scottish cuisine

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a stylish and contemporary beach side hotel with scenic views, rooms have a fresh, New England/Cape Cod design and they are well-equipped

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a relaxing hotel boasting scenic views, direct access to a sandy beach, smart guest rooms, pampering treatments and award-winning cuisine

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there are relaxing facilities and a relaxing setting at this grand hotel, enjoy the scenic views over the Firth of Clyde toward the Isle of Arran

Ty Newydd

Aberdaron

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boasts a wonderful beach side setting, the relaxing terrace looks out over the sands and bay and is the ideal spot do enjoy a drink or meal

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a charming, somewhat eccentric hotel - decorated with original art works - with a renowned seafood restaurant, set amidst stunning scenery

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in one of Wales' prettiest seaside villages, a high quality hotel overlooking the beach has classic rooms and impressive leisure facilities

Kinloch Hotel

Blackwaterfoot

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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

The Ugadale Hotel

Machrihanish

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spacious high quality rooms - and a cottage for families - in this elegant hotel overlooking the Machrihanish Golf Club and wild, unspoilt coast

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in an idyllic spot where the countryside meets the sea with scenic views of Robin Hood's Bay, relaxing leisure facilities add to the tranquil setting

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set overlooking Woolacombe's fine beach, a luxurious, seaside hotel featuring a relaxing spa, fine dining restaurants and a private cinema

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marvel at the splendid Gothic Victorian architecture in the public areas of this clifftop hotel overlooking Tintagel Castle and the Atlantic Ocean

Lochalsh Hotel

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a large, well-established hotel, in a great location for views of the nearby Ske Bridge and the Isle of Skye, offers traditional hospitality

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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

Albion Hotel

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family-run hotel set directly overlooking Freshwater Bay's beach with many of the comfortable, traditional style rooms enjoying sea views

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this hotel, one of the oldest on the island, dating from the 1600's, enjoys panoramic Kyle of Lochalsh views; rooms are homely and comfortable

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set on the quayside in the heart of the village with picturesque views, many of the well-appointed, modern style rooms also enjoy sea views

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comfortable, well-presented rooms, many with sea views, are offered at this seafront guest house that is ideal for a base from which to explore