HOT HOTEL
THE ESPLANADE, NEWQUAY, CORNWALL
The Esplanade, Newquay, Cornwall
WHAT’S THE BUZZ? The owners of The Esplanade in Newquay spent the lockdown rethinking and renovating the entire premises, adding a cute 30-seat cinema, redecorating all of the rooms and creating a plush cocktail bar with a view to becoming the perfect destination for family holidays that can be enjoyed as much by the parents as the children. Already benefiting from a fantastic location overlooking popular surf beach, Fistral Bay, the hotel now caters for rainy days, with a luxurious heated indoor pool with a paddling area, sauna and jacuzzi, an outdoor pirate ship for little ones to enjoy while parents relax, an indoor soft-play area and kids’ entertainment. Older children can enjoy a surf lesson, with or without their parents, with Quiksilver Surf School, which offers a friendly service for all abilities.
WHAT ARE THE ROOMS LIKE? The hotel has reduced its number of bedrooms from 95 to 80 in order to create bigger rooms to accommodate larger families. Simple sand and sky-blue furnishings combine with coastal artwork to create a relaxed, beachy ambience. Soft dressing gowns and toiletries are provided, along with free WIFI and coffee and tea-making facilities.
BEST SEA VIEW? The uninterrupted views over Fistral Beach are really stunning. I woke early one morning and strolled out, barefoot, to watch the sunrise from the large stretch of sandy beach. To make the most of this amazing location, make sure you book a room with a sea view. There are also great views of the beach from the restaurant.
HOW ABOUT THE FOOD? The extensive on-site Cove Restaurant offers a good breakfast, which includes favourites such
as avocado on toast and pancakes with bacon and maple syrup. There are also vegan and vegetarian options. The restaurant serves brunch, lunch and supper, which includes classic pizzas and burgers, along with a range of other popular dishes, such as local mussels in a cream, white wine and parsley sauce and a good super-food salad with quinoa, asparagus and pomegranate. The portions are generally generous, and dishes are easy to share. Pizzas start at £12, fish and chips are priced at £14 and a super-food salad is £9.
ANY ECO-CREDENTIALS? The Esplanade has been awarded the Bronze Green Tourism Award and strives to reduce its environmental impact. Hotel toiletries are from Gaia, and are handmade in the UK using natural ingredients.
WHAT WILL IT COST? Prices start from £160 for a standard double room. Book direct for the best rates and to find the hotel’s special breaks and packages.
HOW DO I BOOK? Call 01637 873333 or visit esplanadehotelnewquay.co.uk.
Alex Fisher
@alexfishermedia