Esplanade Hotel, Newquay (Cornwall) ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2026

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About the Hotel

Fistral Beach, Newquay (Cornwall), United Kingdom, TR71PS

Steps from Fistral Beach

Great

8.3

8.7

/10

3.0

4.2

Loved by Esplanade Hotel guests

Attentive staff
Perfect location
Clean rooms
Delicious meals
Excellent facilities

"The facilities trump the location- it's difficult to choose."

Anil from United Kingdom

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"There is plenty of toys, books and games in the lobby if you want to have a quiet drink and also a play area."

Emma M from United Kingdom

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"So much for families and children all included, parks, arts and crafts, games tables, silent disco, pool and sauna, board games."

Matthew

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Accommodation

Rooms at the Esplanade Hotel overlook Fistral Beach and include options for families and large groups, accommodating up to six guests. Many rooms come with private balconies, providing scenic views of the coastline. The hotel offers dog-friendly rooms, complete with a dog bed and bowl, allowing guests to bring their pets along.

Activities

The hotel is home to the Quiksilver Surf School, where guests can take lessons to improve their surfing skills. In addition to surfing, the hotel organizes free family activities during school holidays, including arts and crafts. Guests can also enjoy coasteering sessions to explore Cornwall's rugged coastline.

Dining

Dining options include the Cove Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with panoramic ocean views. The Elements Cocktail Bar offers a relaxed atmosphere with handpicked cocktails available after dark. Guests can also enjoy brunch with a menu tailored for children and adults alike.

Wellness and Leisure

Guests can unwind at the hotel's heated indoor pool, which includes a dedicated splash area for children. The hotel also features a sauna and hot tub for relaxation after a day of activities. An in-house cinema provides entertainment options with complimentary screenings throughout the day.

Location

The Esplanade Hotel is located directly on Fistral Beach, one of the top surfing spots in the UK. The town of Newquay, known for its shops and restaurants, is a short stroll away, providing easy access to local attractions. Nearby, guests can explore 12 additional beaches, all within easy reach.

Highlights

Location: Directly on Fistral Beach

Activities: Free family activities during school holidays

Dining: Cove Restaurant with ocean views

Wellness: Heated indoor pool and sauna

Accommodation: Family rooms for up to six guests

“What stands out is this hotel's devotion to families, from the indoor soft play adjoining the restaurant to buckets and spades available for loan; plus, many rooms showcase sweeping views of Fistral Beach. Add to that a surf school and adults-only cocktail bar, and you have a place that strives to balance lively activity with genuine relaxation, in my opinion. It's a property with something for everyone.”

James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Tohotel

Location: Perfect

9.3/10Review score

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Highlights from guests

Children's AmenitiesKids Paradise

Kids receive a build-a-bear toy on arrival. There's also a cinema room, slime-making activities, and even milk and cookies before bed.

Jessica from Canada

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DiningGenerous Portions

The food was brilliant with generous portions. I could order whatever I wanted from the three-course menu including the steak.

Mike from Australia

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Room FeaturesBreathtaking view

Our sea view room had a balcony with breathtaking views of the beach. We enjoyed locally made, high-end toiletries, robes and hot chocolate.

Jane from United Kingdom

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Spa & LeisurePool bonus

The swimming pool, jacuzzi and sauna were an awesome bonus. The pool area has limited numbers, ensuring a relaxed experience.

Carlos from Spain

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Esplanade Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Double or Twin Room

2 persons

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Double Room Sea View

2 persons

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Heating

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Luxury Double or Twin Room

2 persons

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard Single Room

2 persons

1 Single bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

Esplanade Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.5/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Water sports
Tennis
Golf course
Billiard tables
Table tennis

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Board games
Children's menu
Children's play area
Kids club
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Beach access
Entertainment
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Sauna
Jacuzzi
Shallow end

Room features

Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Dining Onsite

At the Esplanade Hotel, Cove Restaurant provides a delightful taste of British and local cuisines in a family-friendly atmosphere. With ample options for various dietary preferences, guests can savor fresh meals any time of day while exploring the unique surroundings.

Esplanade Hotel Newquay Restaurant photo

Cove

British and Local

Ambiance

Modern and family-friendly, ideal for both cozy meals and lively gatherings.

Key Offerings

Start the day with a hearty breakfast featuring vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. After beach activities, indulge in children's Afternoon Tea or share delicious party food.

Reservation

Reservations are recommended due to popularity.

Open daily from 07:00 - 21:00

Esplanade Hotel Location

Fistral Beach, Newquay (Cornwall), United Kingdom, TR71PS

Map view

Fistral Beach, Newquay (Cornwall), United Kingdom, TR71PS

City landmarks

Aquarium

Blue Reef Aquarium

5200 ft

Zoo

Newquay Zoo

1.5 mi

Landmark

Pirate's Quest

5100 ft

Landmark

Newquay Harbour

4800 ft

Museum

Newquay Heritage Archive & Museum

3900 ft

Golf Course

Newquay Golf Club

3000 ft

Beach

Towan Beach

5000 ft

Landmark

The Parish Church of Saint Michael the Archangel

4900 ft

Store

Sainsbury's

3700 ft

Church

St Carantoc's Church

3800 ft

Landmark

Tolcarne Beach

1.4 mi

Landmark

Huer's Hut

4400 ft

Beach

Crantock Beach

4500 ft

Landmark

Newquay Activity Centre

4900 ft

Landmark

Towan Head

4800 ft

Landmark

Surf shops

3800 ft

Landmark

The War Memorial

3900 ft

Landmark

Cribbar

5100 ft

Landmark

Killacourt

4700 ft

Landmark

Newquay Parish Church

4900 ft

Landmark

Waterworld Leisure Centre

1.5 mi

Park

Trenance Gardens and Cottages

1.3 mi

Landmark

West Pentire and Polly Joke Circular Walk

1.5 mi

Beach

Lusty Glaze Beach

1.8 mi

Landmark

TrenanceGardens

1.3 mi

Landmark

Great Western Beach

1.5 mi

Landmark

Boating Lake

1.6 mi

Nearby

Beach

Fistral Beach

1700 ft

Spa Centre

Fistral Spa

800 ft

Beach

Fistral Stores

900 ft

Restaurants

Pebbles Bar

100 ft

Fistral Beach Esplanade Road The Esplanade Hotel

Sea Spray

600 ft

South Fistral Beach Esplanade Road

Dune Restaurant

900 ft

Fistral Beach Hotel Esplanade Road

Ocean View Restaurant

1200 ft

Esplanade Road

Sixty

2000 ft

Pentire Avenue

The Stable

3100 ft

Headland Road Fistral Beach

Fistral Beach Bar

3000 ft

Headland Road Fistral Beach

Bear Bar & Cafe

3400 ft

61-63 Tower Road

The Terrace Restaurant

3800 ft

Fistral Beach

Explore Newquay (Cornwall)

Local Highlights

Newquay Zoo

25 minutes walking

Family-friendly zoo with various animal exhibits and educational programs. Ideal for all ages.

Blue Reef Aquarium

19 minutes walking

Aquarium displaying marine life native to Cornwall. Features interactive exhibits and feeding sessions.

Fistral Beach

6 minutes walking

Famous surfing destination known for its waves and sandy shores. Great for sunbathing and beach sports.

Newquay Harbour

18 minutes walking

Historic harbor featuring local fishing boats and scenic views. A picturesque spot for photography.

Surfing at Fistral Beach

6 minutes walking

Thrilling surfing opportunities with local surf schools offering lessons and rentals available on-site.

Fistral Spa

3 minutes walking

Relaxing spa with a variety of treatments and wellness options to rejuvenate the body and mind.

Pebbles Bar

1 minute walking

Casual bar with a relaxed vibe, serving beach-inspired cocktails and fresh seafood dishes.

Dune Restaurant

4 minutes walking

Chic dining featuring locally sourced ingredients and a stunning view of the beach. Reservations recommended.

Newquay Activity Centre

18 minutes walking

Offers adventure activities like climbing and coasteering. Family-friendly and packed with excitement.

Ocean View Restaurant

5 minutes walking

Ideal spot for live music events and a lively atmosphere. Great for dining with friends or family.

Getting around

City Centre

Newquay (Cornwall)27 min · 1.4 mi

Airports

Newquay (NQY)18 min · 7.1 mi

Penzance (PZE)78 min · 32.2 mi

Train

Newquay Railway Station24 min · 1.2 mi

Newquay Train Station26 min · 1.3 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

from 07:00-11:00

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

The hotel Esplanade provides visitors with a free full breakfast.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Esplanade Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

The Esplanade Hotel is appreciated for its superb views, especially overlooking Fistral Beach from the spacious dining room. Many guests find the family rooms spacious, sometimes including helpful features like a partition wall or two separate sinks. While some have mentioned the lack of air conditioning can make rooms warm, the hotel also offers amenities like a cinema room, swimming pool, hot tub, and soft play area near the restaurant, making it family-friendly, in addition to offering a well-stocked hospitality tray with tasty shortbread biscuits and hot chocolate for children.

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Review score

Based on 1160 verified reviews

8.2/10

Great

83%

Recommend

Location

9.3/10

Staff

8.8/10

Paid Wi-Fi

7.7/10

Breakfast

8.1/10

Pros

Spacious rooms

Friendly staff

Excellent facilities

Cons

Limited parking

john from united kingdom

Family with children

family room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed:February 09, 2026

8.7/10

family moon delight

adequate storagecoloring spaceswimming pooldelicious food

i found our room clean with adequate storage. a mini fridge with water was also provided. the reception area featured board games and a coloring space. for children, this was excellent. the swimming pool had a hot tub. towels, slippers, and robes were provided, a nice touch.

breakfast was slightly disorganized. however the food was delicious. this did not significantly detract from our experience. i did observe the drink machine acted unpredictably. it needs attention.

Service

9/10

staff members were consistently friendly and very helpful. they was committed to. the team responded efficiently to requests. this included promptly addressing minor issues.

Location

9/10

the hotel faces a beautiful beach, which i found very convenient. access to local attractions was straightforward. nearby amenities were easily accessible. this made exploring the area easy.

Dining

8/10

the dining room boasts spacious views of the sea. the food offered in the hotel was delicious. various menu options accommodated diverse tastes. i found the quality to be high

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Malcolm from Australia

Family with children

Family Room

4 nights in November 2025

Reviewed:January 26, 2026

8.5/10

charmed stay

quiet roadamazing viewfriendly staff

the beach is across from the hotel, down a quiet road and the views from the front are amazing. i slept with the window open and could listen to the sea at night. i appreciated the robes and slippers for pool visits, alongside a generous number of towels provided. the staff were friendly and they even found a charger for me, when i forgot mine.

Rooms

9/10

the family room featured bunk beds, with a separate space for children within an l-shaped layout. beanbags were available for the children to relax in front of the tv.

Facilities

8/10

The hotel offered a little indoor soft play near the main restaurant, also an outdoor adventure play area. there were games, books, table football, and pool. These were set in several cubby holes.

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Grayson from United Kingdom

Family with children

Family Room

3 nights in December 2025

Reviewed:January 22, 2026

9.3/10

Excellent Stay at a Family-Friendly Hotel

christmas decorationsexcellent roomattentive manager

I enjoyed my visit. The Christmas decorations and trees looked wonderful. I found the quicksilver room excellent and super clean. I also appreciated that the restaurant manager James ensured everyone had a great experience.

The windows in my room did not close well, so the wind whistled through at night.

Facilities

9/10

The hotel offers a swimming pool which is a great amenity for families. There is a soft play area located just off the main restaurant, a cinema. an outdoor adventure play area.

Rooms

9/10

The family rooms are large. Rooms include tea, coffee, and biscuits. Fluffy robes and slippers are provided. I saw a kids' squash and hot chocolate station available.

Service

10/10

Every staff member is nice, polite, and friendlywith a pleasant atmosphere. I noted a bedtime milk and cookie stall available each evening. The staff found a charger for me when I forgot mine.

Dining

9/10

Breakfast was plentiful. I observed a wide variety of options to choose from. There's a lovely bar area with fantastic seating and an outdoor area to use.

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Charlie from united kingdom

Family with children

Family Room Sofa Bed

3 nights in August 2025

Reviewed:September 26, 2025

9/10

ample spaceseparate sinksbreakfast service

The family room sofa bed included ample space. the room had two separate sinks. This detail proved very useful. breakfast service started promptly at 7:00 am.

the gym equipment looked slightly dated.

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Questions of the users

About Esplanade Hotel

Are pets permitted at the hotel, and in which types of rooms can I find them?

10 November 2024

Yes, dogs are welcome in certain designated rooms, but they are not allowed in sea view rooms. A small fee of £15 per dog per night is applicable.

Is there suitable accessibility for individuals with mobility challenges in the hotel?

12 February 2025

Yes, there is one fully converted room available and several rooms with walk-in showers and level access. It's advisable to contact the reservations team for more details.

What type of bed will I find in the rooms at Esplanade Hotel?

22 March 2025

Most rooms feature king-sized beds, ensuring a comfortable stay.

What are my parking options when visiting the hotel?

17 April 2025

Parking is available both on-street free of charge and in designated hotel spaces for £15 per night, subject to availability. It's recommended to reserve a space in advance for guaranteed parking.

Can guests use the pool facilities during their stay?

30 May 2025

Yes, all guests booking a room have access to the pool facilities from check-in until check-out.

How can I check if there are any dog-friendly rooms available for my stay?

03 June 2025

It's best to directly contact the reservations team to inquire about the availability of dog-friendly accommodations.

Are there family rooms available with a view of the sea?

15 July 2025

Yes, there are family rooms with stunning sea views offered at the hotel. Availability may vary, so checking in advance is advisable.

Do you offer any dining options and facilities for families?

09 August 2024

Yes, the hotel features a family-friendly restaurant with a diverse menu, including a special children's menu and activities to keep kids entertained during meals.

Are there any promotions available for family stays?

01 September 2024

Families can benefit from special promotions such as 'Kids Eat Free' breakfast by using the code KIDSBREKKIE when booking.

What entertainment options are available for younger guests?

25 October 2024

The hotel provides a variety of family entertainment and activities during school holidays, such as movie screenings and outdoor play areas.