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

4.5/5(181 reviews)

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

4.5/5(109 reviews)

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

Watergate Bay Beach
Just come back from an awesome weekend with this view most of Saturday. Love how #colorful the sea is

Crantock Beach

4.5/5(48 reviews)

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
Superb Surfing venue......and great Jamie Oliver Restaurant

Watergate Bay

4.5/5(107 reviews)

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
Sunset on the Rocks at Holywell Bay, Cornwall.

Holywell Bay Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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
Porth Beach showing general coastal views and landscape views

Porth Beach

4.5/5(183 reviews)

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

Porth Beach

Things to do

Surfing, Coasteering & Wild Camping

Surfing, Coasteering & Glamping in Cornwall

฿12,097
per adult
Surfing, Coasteering & Glamping in Cornwall
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Top hotels in Newquay City Centre

Great Western Hotel

Great Western Hotel

3 out of 5
Cliff Road Newquay England
The price is ฿2,088 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
฿2,088
฿2,505 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
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! (882 reviews)
The room was clean and the bed comfy. We had a side view of the sea and it was lovely to hear the waves overnight. Breakfast lovely as always.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Great Western Hotel
OYO Newquay Beach Hotel

OYO Newquay Beach Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1 Narrowcliff Newquay England
The price is ฿1,416 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
฿1,416
฿1,699 total
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (296 reviews)
Lovely hotel, and staff were great!! Clean room, comfy bed!!

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

OYO Newquay Beach Hotel
Griffin Newquay

Griffin Newquay

3 out of 5
3-5 Cliff Road Newquay England
The price is ฿1,863 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
฿1,863
฿2,236 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (202 reviews)
We had a fabulous stay here at the Griffin, the evening food was delicious, the breakfast was brilliant too. Beds are comfortable and rooms are very nice. Couldn’t fault the staff, very welcoming and friendly

Reviewed on 8 Mar 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 ฿2,693 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
฿2,693
฿3,232 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Always stay here best place in st austell

Reviewed on 4 Mar 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,016 reviews)
Hotel was welcoming, check-in was straight forward, room was really clean and spacious, plenty hot drink choices, however had to ask for fresh milk. Fridge was great addition, however made a noise the whole night Light from under the outside door shone all night, floorboards creaked so heard everyone ...

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

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Greenbank Hotel
Penmere Manor Hotel

Penmere Manor Hotel

3 out of 5
Mongleath Road Falmouth England
The price is ฿3,509 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
฿3,509
฿4,211 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Falmouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (490 reviews)
Friendly staff

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Penmere Manor Hotel
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