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On the Beach | Watergate Bay, Newquay TR8 4AA, England
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The Hotel & Extreme Academy, Watergate Bay
Ranked #4 of 56 hotels in Newquay
4.5 of 5 stars 333 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Beach hut(25)
  • Very good(18)
  • Jamie Oliver(17)
  • Ocean view room(7)
  • Car park(7)
  • Evening meals(5)
  • Beautiful locations(4)
  • Flat screen TV(4)
  • Swimming pool(4)
  • Public area(3)
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Exeter, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Tasteful renovation, great location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012

We stayed for one night in early Feb, and although the building work on the new spa area spoils the look for now, the hotel itself is a lovely reinvention of a Victorian building into a chic modern hotel and I’m sure it’s going to be fabulous. Staff were great, and our ‘better’ room in the old building was gorgeous with a turret, fantastic views, comfy bed and good sized bathroom. The beach is fantastic – we had a stroll as the tide went out, then walked up to the headland towards Porth (not as strenuous as it looks!). We had a delicious dinner at Fifteen so didn’t eat at the hotel, but the restaurant and menu looked good. Breakfast was good quality and plentiful. Great location for a short break, we’ll be going back soon.

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Plymouth, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“FAB!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012

Quite simply fantastic! Beautiful relaxing location,friendly staff and great breakfast. We went when they were still building the pool and spa, can't wait to go back when this is up and running.

Room Tip: Ocean View everytime!
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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Devon
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
54 helpful votes 54 helpful votes
“Another Great stay !”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012
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2nd time at the hotel, and have to admit, I'm a big fan of the hotel !

We stayed in an ocean view room on a dinner bed and breakfast plan, so we had dinner in the Brasserie, which was very good and a varied selection.

Breakfast was very good and lots of it !

Ocean view rooms are a little smaller than the rooms in the main house, but still very nice, clean and comfortable.

Down side was that the pool was closed due to being extended and upgraded, an alternative was available but we didn't want to drive !

I hate to give this a four start review, would be 4.5 stars if I could, but I look forward to going back again when the new leisure facilities are complete.

It's also worthy of note, that the location is amazing, and even in December, the Living Space was a great place to relax and watch the ocean !

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Great Hotel for Le Weekend”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012

Location is fantastic… perfect for a winter break. Room was quiet and bed very comfortable, food great, Fifteen is a must. Hotel was busy but staff remained calm and efficient.

Does exactly what it says.

Room Tip: Choose one of the new rooms on the first floor with access to the gardens.
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  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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dorset
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“The staff are always smiling”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012

just returned from New Years party package .
The aim of the Hotel is to create a house party atmosphere and they do it with aplomb .
The staff are all so friendly and helpful.
The Brasserie food was of great quality and taste ,well done.
We also ate at the Beach cafe ,again a great atmosphere and reasonably priced and tasty beach style food and drink.
The Spa development will be a fantastic extra attraction for next year.
The guys at the Extreme Academy are top drawer and so helpful when learning to surf.
We will definately return.
Cheers folks.

Room Tip: Coach house seemed a bit quieter if you are after a good sleep.
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  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: On the Beach | Watergate Bay, Newquay TR8 4AA, England
Price range (per night):* INR5,881 - 18,203

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