The Kilbernie Hotel

The Kilbernie Hotel is a 66-room hotel on the clifftops above Newquay's north coast beaches, fully refurbished in January 2026. Atlantic sea views are available from upper rooms, and the building sits within walking distance of three separate beaches.

The hotel stands out among Newquay accommodation for its on-site leisure facilities: an indoor heated swimming pool, an outdoor plunge pool, a sauna, and a fitness studio. Rooms range from standard doubles to sea-view options, all with updated bathrooms and contemporary interiors throughout following the January 2026 renovation. The Sunset View Restaurant serves locally sourced food from 7:30am to 9pm, and the bar opens at 11am daily - useful for arriving guests or those returning from the surf.

Great Western Beach is 400 metres away - a surfers' beach with rock pools at low tide and RNLI lifeguard cover from mid-May to September. Towan Beach is 600m and Tolcarne a further 100 metres. Newquay's 11 beaches in total are all accessible on foot or by a short drive. Fistral Beach, host to international surf competitions, is on the other side of town. Parking is included.

Best for: couples and families wanting a self-contained base in Newquay with pool and spa facilities, who want beaches walkable rather than driveable. Less good for: guests seeking a quiet rural retreat - Newquay town centre is close and the summer season here is lively.