Curated luxury hotels in South Coast

When you stay at The Esplanade Hotel in Newquay, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Fistral Beach and Watergate Bay Beach. This beach hotel is 16.2 mi (26.1 km) from Padstow Harbour and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Indoor Bowling Newquay.

When you stay at The View Hotel Folkestone, a member of Radisson Individuals in Folkestone, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal. This beach hotel is 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from Dover Castle.

Located in Bexhill-on-Sea, The Relais Cooden Beach is by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Pevensey Castle and Sovereign Harbour. This beach hotel is 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Hastings Pier and 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from White Rock Theatre.

Located in St. Agnes, Rose In Vale Country House Hotel is on a river, within a 10-minute drive of Trevaunance Cove and St Agnes Beacon. This hotel is 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Wheal Coates Tin Mine and 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Perranporth Beach.

On the quayside in the traditional fishing village of St Mawes, the The Idle Rocks boasts excellent sea views and fresh seafood. It offers modern rooms and free Wi-Fi.

All individually decorated rooms at Idle Rocks feature a flat-screen TV, vintage radio, Cornish tea, a Nespresso coffee maker and a bathroom with a bath or shower, and some with a rain-effect shower.

Some rooms have views of the harbour and St Anthony’s Head. Some TVs also double as mirrors.

Food is sourced locally and the head chef is also a keen forager. Breakfast includes unique twists, such as Birch Tree syrup, and there is also a range of brunch dishes on offer. You can enjoy a cocktail in the bar, or on the terrace which offers lovely sea views.

The village is home to St Mawes Castle, coastal and inland walks and watersports. Falmouth is a mile away by ferry, which operates year-round. Trelissick Gardens, St Austell and Truro town centres are 30 minutes’ drive away.

Situated in St Ives, 300 metres from Porthminster Beach, Host St Ives features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers an ATM and a concierge service. The property is non-smoking and is set 600 metres from Porthmeor Beach.

All rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchenette, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Host St Ives offers some rooms that have a balcony, and the rooms include a kettle. The units will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine.

A continental breakfast is available at the accommodation.

The area is popular for hiking, and bike hire is available at Host St Ives.

Bamaluz Beach is 800 metres from the hotel, while St Michael's Mount is 14 km from the property. Land's End Airport is 27 km away.

With a stay at The George in Rye, you'll be centrally located in Rye, within a 10-minute drive of Camber Sands and Lamb House. This boutique hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from St Anthony of Padua and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Rye Heritage Centre.

When you stay at Artist Residence Penzance in Penzance, you'll be on the Strip, just steps from Egyptian House and 3 minutes by foot from The Exchange. This boutique guest house is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Jubilee Pool and 4 mi (6.4 km) from St. Michael's Mount.

Less than 200 metres from Eastbourne beach and opposite the Western Lawns, the The Lansdowne, Eastbourne has sea-facing lounges with original Victorian features and free Wi-Fi. Beachy Head’s chalk cliffs are just 2 miles from the hotel.

1912 Seafood & Steak restaurant officially opened on 14th October 2022. Over the past few months we have transformed the space and the offering to be one of the go-to dining hotspots in Eastbourne. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The restaurant is located on the ground floor of the hotel and can be accessed through the hotel or its new street-side entrance. It is a large airy restaurant offering spectacular views over the sea, and a gorgeous backdrop to any meal.

The 1912 brand represents the Lansdowne’s fascinating history. The hotel is currently in its 110th year of being owned and run by the same family, now in its fourth generation. It is believed that the Lansdowne is one of only a handful of hotels in the UK that have been owned and run by the same family for over a century. Family is really important to us.

Eastbourne Pier is a 10-minute walk away and the Royal Eastbourne golf club can be reached after a 5-minute drive. Eastbourne Rail Station and the town centre are a 15-minute walk from the The Lansdowne, Eastbourne.

All rooms are decorated and include a TV, hairdryer and tea and coffee facilities. Some rooms have views across the sea and feature antique furniture.

We have 98 well appointed bedrooms of which seven are double bedded executive rooms, three are superior rooms and a Junior Suite, all south facing. All executive, superior and suite rooms are provided with bottled water and upgraded toiletries. We also have a number of family rooms available and can accommodate a family of four.

Please note we have an ongoing refurbishment programme. Recently refurbished rooms are subject to availability and not guaranteed when making your reservation.

Located in Rye, The Gallivant is by the sea – a 1-minute drive from Camber Sands and 8 minutes from High Weald. This inn is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Rye Harbour Nature Reserve and 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Pett Level Beach.

When you stay at Lewinnick Lodge in Newquay, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Fistral Beach and Watergate Bay Beach. This upscale hotel is 16.7 mi (26.9 km) from Padstow Harbour and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Crantock Beach.

When you stay at Holiday Inn Dover by IHG in Dover, you'll be by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Dover Castle and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal. This hotel is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from White Cliffs of Dover and 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal.

With a stay at The Alverton in Truro, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Hall for Cornwall and Truro Cathedral. This hotel is 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from Watergate Bay Beach and 15.7 mi (25.3 km) from Fistral Beach.

When you stay at County Arms in Truro, you'll be in the business district, within a 5-minute drive of Hall for Cornwall and Farmers Market. This inn is 15.6 mi (25.1 km) from Watergate Bay Beach and 16.4 mi (26.4 km) from Fistral Beach.

With a stay at The Kings Head Rye in Rye, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Camber Sands and 1066 Country Walk. This property is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Landgate and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Rye Art Gallery.

With a stay at Old Success Inn in Penzance, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Minack Theatre and Sennen Cove Beach. This beach inn is 12.6 mi (20.3 km) from St. Michael's Mount and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Whether you're visiting Truro to work or explore, Hotel VARA is an affordable ‘boutique’ sized hotel in a classic townhouse that sits in a leafy residential neighbourhood. A short stroll takes you into the centre of Truro where you can shop & browse around Cornwall’s capital city.

The hotel has an informal, friendly atmosphere with Scandi-inspired social spaces. Relax with a drink in the bar or lounge, or find a quiet spot to work.
Room sizes to suit solo travellers, couples, groups or families. Choose from single, double, twin, family, accessible and dog friendly rooms. There is also a studio room with kitchenette for longer stays. All rooms have en-suite bathroom or shower room, Freeview TV, complimentary WiFi and toiletries.
Hotel VARA provides a ‘Scandi’ style continental breakfast, which is a relaxed help-yourself morning buffet.

The INK bar stocks local Cornish drinks, speciality tea and barista coffee. Freshly cooked artisan pizzas (including vegan and gluten free) are available from 6pm to 9pm.

There are 3 flexible meeting and events spaces for private hire, each set up to host online and hybrid meetings and presentations. These spaces are also available for private events and celebrations.

Truro is centrally located with both the north and south coasts easily accessible for exploring or doing business in Cornwall. Hotel VARA is close to Truro station, offers secure bicycle storage, and there is a bus stop directly outside with regular buses to the centre of Truro and Falmouth.

There is free on-site parking.

Our single rooms, Cabin Double Rooms & studio room are not dog friendly.

A stay at Harbour Inn places you in the heart of Helston, steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and 4 minutes by foot from Porthleven Beach. This inn is 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from St. Michael's Mount and 15.9 mi (25.5 km) from Carbis Bay Beach.

With a stay at The Ship Inn in Rye, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Camber Sands and Rye Heritage Centre. This bed & breakfast is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Lamb House and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Landgate.

With a stay at The New Inn in Winchelsea, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Camber Sands and Church of St Thomas a Becket. This property is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from St. Thomas the Martyr and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from High Weald.