Carbis Bay, St Ives, Cornwall

This summer, all eyes will be on pretty Carbis Bay in St Ives when world leaders gather there for the G7 Summit.

Set across 125 acres, accommodation ranges from the elegant 47 rooms in the Main House to chic beach lodges and suites.

Chill out in the beautiful C Bay Spa, dip into heated pools and relax on the private sandy beach.

Dining is exceptional here including fine dining in the 1894 Restaurant, the boutiquey Hungry Gannet and the Beach Club right on the sands.

■■Doubles from £280

B&B; beach lodges, sleeping six, from £1,800 per night (in

May), carbisbay hotel.co.uk