Hotels with sea views in Cornwall and Devon

Hotels with sea views in Cornwall and Devon are truly one of a kind; wake to glorious views to go alongside your morning coffee, and spend your days exploring the coastline (perhaps even braving a dip!) all before drifting into a deep slumber to the ebb and flow of the waves below.   

Take a peek at our top picks of places to stay by the sea and book a most memorable stay.

HOTELS IN CORNWALL BY THE SEA

Sandy toes, sea breezes and salty hair – tick off your summer bucket list with these sea-view stays in Cornwall. Whether you take a trip to our rugged north coast or explore more southerly spots, embrace the free-spirited soul of the region and let the waves wash away the stresses of every day.

The perfect answer to a staycation, unwind with a pint of korev lager in two before catching a glimpse of the setting sun from the comfort of your own bed.

Old Success Inn, Sennen Cove

For Sennen Cove sea views look no further than the Old Success Inn. A surfer’s haven on the north coast, the most southerly surf spot in the UK, discover golden stretches of sand just seconds from your room. You can easily spend a few hours, mesmerised by the huge, blue rollers crashing onto the shore.

Travelling with your dog? While Sennen Cove itself isn’t dog-friendly year-round, with a day ban in the warmer months, take a short wander through the dunes and you’ll arrive at the hidden gem of Gwynver beach – Sennen’s lesser-known neighbour, ideal for playful pups to splash along its shores.

Swap the beach towel for hiking boots and stretch your legs along the coast path, reaching the famous Land’s End just over a mile away to the west. Circle back upon discovering the ‘Song of the Sea’ at Nanjizal Cove, refuelling with a much-deserved pint on your return. Explore all Sennen has to offer from this sea view accommodation Cornwall, with 21 rooms available across the pub hotel. 

Ship Inn, Mousehole

Just a few miles along from Penzance, you’ll feel transported to a tropical paradise in the quaint fishing village of Mousehole – even described by Dylan Thomas as the loveliest village in England! Rather than searching for hotels in Penzance with sea views, experience a truly authentic Cornwall in this community-driven gem on the coast.

Sapphire blue waters, protected by great sea walls make this the ideal family-fun beach spot. And, with the Ship Inn located directly on the harbourfront, you can easily pop back for refreshments throughout the day.

It’s well worth making the pilgrimage over to Lamorna if you have time during your stay. Hike along the coastal path and through wooded valleys to be rewarded with a sheltered rocky cove and gorgeous views across the horizon – plus, you’ll likely have the cove to yourself.

Just a stone's throw from the bustling market town, the Ship Inn with its breathtaking vistas of the horizon will make it difficult to leave! Book a sea view hotel Cornwall, and experience a stay like none other. 

Pedn Olva, St Ives

Places to stay in Cornwall with sea views don’t get much better than the Pedn Olva, located in Cornwall’s crowning jewel, St Ives. Voted as the best family destination by Coast magazine, it’s certainly not hard to see why the town attracts hundreds of visitors year after year.

Explore narrow, cobble-stone streets and discover an array of boutiques, cafes, and galleries dotted along your path. Or, spend your days in the sunshine on one of St Ives’ many beaches, you’ll be spoilt for choice with gorgeous views from every angle. Stretch your legs with a walk over to Godrevy Lighthouse, which you’ll be able to spot in the near distance, offering plenty of perfect opportunities for a beach picnic along the way.

St Ives hotels with sea views to match are few and far between, with sandy toes promised just seconds from your room. Perched on the cliffs above St Ives Bay, soak up the sunshine on the Pedn Olva’s terrace, just thirty feet above the sea in this pub hotel by the sea in St Ives.

HOTELS IN DEVON BY THE SEA

Devon is home to an eclectic mix of seaside towns backed by dramatic cliffs and coastline. Each town provides a unique setting for your staycation, with access to the Jurassic Coast on your doorstep. Our hotels in Devon with sea views hold prime positions, making them the ideal base for exploring all the region has to offer. Crystal-clear waters to greet you, sink into a stay by the sea.

With so many Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, where should you begin? Explore our top pick for places to stay in Devon with sea views.

Rock Point, Lyme Regis

The postcard town of Lyme Regis combines interesting history with stunning seascape. Framed by the 13th-century harbour, known as The Cobb, feel transported to a distant past preserved in time and forget the stress of modern-day life.

Situated in the centre, the Rock Point sits prominently on the front, allowing you to take in gorgeous views from your room – the perfect answer to where to find Lyme Regis hotels with sea views.

It’s not just the views that make Lyme Regis so special, this particular Devon accommodation by the sea also allows you to retrace the steps of prehistoric creatures – you may even pick up a fossil on your adventures around the coast. The nearby Monmouth Beach is the most popular for such activities, and the Lyme Regis Museum regularly runs fossil walks around the area. And, you needn’t leave your four-legged friend behind, dogs are welcome on three of the four beaches in Lyme Regis year-round, with the only exception being Front Beach during the high season.

Places to stay by the sea in Cornwall and Devon

Our little slice of the UK promises some of the most spectacular scenes, with epic walks along the coastline to match. Enjoy all these two regions have to offer from the comfort of your home way from home.  

Whether it's a long weekend to get away from it all, an action-packed week, or a quick whistle-stop tour along the way, leave feeling rejuvenated - the swirling sea washing away day-to-day stresses. 

Need a little guidance? Get in touch with our team and book your escape in Cornwall or Devon.