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

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

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
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
Sunset on the Rocks at Holywell Bay, Cornwall.

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 ฿2,003 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
฿2,003
฿2,403 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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! (872 reviews)
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Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Great Western Hotel
OYO Newquay Beach Hotel

OYO Newquay Beach Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1 Narrowcliff Newquay England
The price is ฿1,590 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
฿1,590
฿1,908 total
19 Feb - 20 Feb
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! (292 reviews)
The room was clean and bright. The lighting was very nice. The staff were friendly and helpful. Great location and convenient

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

OYO Newquay Beach Hotel
Griffin Newquay

Griffin Newquay

3 out of 5
3-5 Cliff Road Newquay England
The price is ฿1,858 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
฿1,858
฿2,229 total
19 Feb - 20 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! (196 reviews)
Excellent stay great food in bar

Reviewed on 16 Feb 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 ฿2,834 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
฿2,834
฿3,401 total
1 Mar - 2 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Everything was perfect Room clean stuff very nice. Only the TV on the room was too small

Reviewed on 17 Feb 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! (1,004 reviews)
All staff were exceptional, food really good, room clean and bed comfy. Highly recommended and will definitely stay again

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

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Greenbank Hotel
St Michael's Resort

St Michael's Resort

4 out of 5
Gyllyngvase Beach Falmouth England
Stay at this beach hotel in Falmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (871 reviews)
Hotel looks great and has amazing views, food is really good especially the breakfast that’s included in the price. Staff all very friendly. Room was definitely “cosy” but still had enough space for 2 people. Few downsides are the walls are very thin and can hear everything from other rooms and corridors ...

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

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Newquay City Centre Travel Guide