Newquay City Centre Travel Guide

Newquay

This lovely suspension bridge connects the one solitary house on the beach island with the rest of the mainland
This lovely suspension bridge connects the one solitary house on the beach island with the rest of the mainland
Just a few meters off the British coast near Newquay in Cornwell, lies the tiny Towan island. Perched at the top of this 80 feet high rocky island is a charming cottage that is accessible via a 100 feet long suspension bridge, the only privately owned suspension bridge in Great Britain. Originally a Victorian tea room, the building was converted into a three-bedroom Edwardian house in the 1930s. Since then it has been home to various lords and aristocratic couples including the son of physicist Sir Oliver Joseph Lodge, inventor of the spark plug. When the last owner Lord Viscount Long sold the property in 2012, it was converted into a holiday home that is being offered for rent. The property is since called "The House in The Sea".
large sandy beach in Newquay
This was taken from the cliff tops near the town centre

Popular places to visit

Fistral Beach which includes a sandy beach as well as a large group of people

Fistral Beach

Bring your board to one of the best surfing spots in the country and attempt to ride the crashing Atlantic waves.

Fistral Beach
Watergate Bay which includes rugged coastline, a house and a beach

Watergate Bay Beach

Watch a game of polo, eat at a famous chef’s restaurant and surf the impressive waves of this scenic bay.

Watergate Bay Beach
Porth Beach showing general coastal views and landscape views

Porth Beach

Follow scenic nature trails along the coast and enjoy the views of the headland cliffs surrounding this serene, family-friendly cove.

Porth Beach
Crantock Beach

Crantock Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Crantock Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Crantock.

Crantock Beach
Watergate Bay

Watergate Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Watergate Bay during your travels in Newquay. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Watergate Bay
Holywell Bay Beach

Holywell Bay Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Holywell Bay Beach during your travels in Newquay? Visit the area's spas or amble around its seaside.

Holywell Bay Beach

Top hotels in Newquay City Centre

Great Western Hotel

Great Western Hotel

3 out of 5
Cliff Road Newquay England
The price is ฿1,988 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
฿1,988
฿2,385 total
21 Jan - 22 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Newquay. Enjoy parking (surcharge), daily housekeeping and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (863 reviews)
The room was clean and the staff were brilliant

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Great Western Hotel
OYO Newquay Beach Hotel

OYO Newquay Beach Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1 Narrowcliff Newquay England
The price is ฿1,423 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿1,423
฿1,707 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (286 reviews)
Room was very tidy, well equipped. Bathroom was nice decorated. Staff were very friendly and helpful. We will be back again.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

OYO Newquay Beach Hotel
Griffin Newquay

Griffin Newquay

3 out of 5
3-5 Cliff Road Newquay England
The price is ฿1,757 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
฿1,757
฿2,108 total
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (188 reviews)
Great location Friendly staff

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Griffin Newquay
The Cornwall Hotel Spa & Estate

The Cornwall Hotel Spa & Estate

4 out of 5
Pentewan Road St Austell England
The price is ฿2,699 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
฿2,699
฿3,239 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in St Austell. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Everything was excellent! All of the staff were extremely helpful, pleasant and attentive. We used the bar, restaurant, reception, and spa. We stayed in two rooms both were very nice rooms and very clean and comfortable. The bar was very cosy with a fabulous log fire and the service was excellent. ...

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

The Cornwall Hotel Spa & Estate
Greenbank Hotel

Greenbank Hotel

4 out of 5
Harbour side Falmouth England
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Falmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Lovely harbour view room. Modem, very clean with comfortable beds. When we first checked in, they're was a sewage smell inthe bathroom but this cleared! Staff were very friendly and thought the breakfast on both days was excellent.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

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Greenbank Hotel
The Alverton

The Alverton

4 out of 5
Tregolls Road Truro England
The price is ฿4,027 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
฿4,027
฿4,832 total
23 Jan - 24 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Truro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
The Alvarton always earns high marks for exceptional service and luxury accommodations whenever I stay. Always a pleasure to see the staff, rest in the historic rooms, and dine in the restaurant and bar. I look forward to staying again.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

The Alverton
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Newquay City Centre Travel Guide