OYO Minerva Guesthouse

Hotels
OYO Rooms
9.4 (2297 reviews)
2/3 THE CRESCENT , Newquay , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Board games/puzzles
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Parking was a problem

Categories

Cleanliness
9.24
Spotlessly clean throughout multiple reviews.
Service
9.71
Staff were very friendly, helpful, and welcoming.
Location
9.25
Lovely location with great sea views.
Room Quality
9.2
Rooms were comfortable, spacious, and tastefully decorated.
Amenities
9.23
Well-located with satisfying amenities like secure surfboard storage.
Value for Money
9.19
Good value for money, especially noted in family room reviews.
Food and Beverage
9.74
Breakfast included and well-reviewed as delicious and hearty.
Overall Experience
9.61
Overall overwhelmingly positive experiences with a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 06:51

Property Description

Prime Location near the Beach
Less than a 2-minute stroll from the beach, OYO Minerva Guesthouse is the perfect seaside retreat in Newquay. Surrounded by shops and restaurants, and with attractions like Blue Reef Aquarium just minutes away, our location offers the best of the town at your doorstep.

Entertainment and Comfort
Enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and a games room with a billiards table and dartboard during your stay. Each room features a flat-screen TV, electric kettle, and a private bathroom with shower. Ironing facilities are also available for your convenience.

Convenient Amenities
With Newquay Train Station a short walk away, and attractions like Fistral Beach and Newquay Zoo within walking distance, exploring the town is easy. While we don't have on-site parking, a car park is nearby for your convenience.

Ready to experience seaside relaxation and entertainment? Book your stay at OYO Minerva Guesthouse now!

Important information:

Please note that there is no parking onsite. Street parking is available opposite the property, and there is a paid car park, just a 5-minute walk from the property.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 2297 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.24
Service: 9.71
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 9.23
Value for Money: 9.19
Food and Beverage: 9.74
Overall Experience: 9.61
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Chavan couple gb
10
Wonderful
Pros:

“The staff and owners are very welcoming and take great care of their guests. They have a very positive attitude and make everyone feel comfortable and appreciated. Margaret is a warm and loving lady who truly makes everyone feel welcome and cared for.”

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
D
Daniela couple gb
10
Pros:

Great location right at the beach. Staff was so friendly

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Victoria solo_traveller gb
10
Great stay at a great place
Pros:

Excellent overnight stay, was peaceful , clean . And the lady in yhe dining room couldn't do enough for you .. superb breakfast with plenty of choice 👌.

Cons:

Parking wasnt the best so being disabled it was a bit difficult but im sure if id have rung yhe owners would have reserved me a spot . Lack of view but that couldn't be helped as we needed a room for 4 .

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Luc couple gb
8
Enjoyable and relaxed. Staff are friendly and welcoming.
Pros:

Clean and well kept. Easy to access at any time. Location is very convenient to get to shops, restaurants, and the beach.

Cons:

Parking spaces are VERY limited

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Klaudia solo_traveller pl
10
Pros:

Liked everything! The owners are just such a lovely couple. We had a very warm welcome, clear instruction, where, what etc.
Lovely dinner lady who served us the breakfast. Room was lovely, cosy, with a lovely view. Room had a fan, a mini fridge, kettle, tea, biscuit, coffee. It was just perfect, even tho we onky stayes there one night, but deffinitely will come back

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Linh solo_traveller vn
9
Pros:

Very nice and clean room. A perfect spot, only 1 minute walk to the beach and town centre. The kitchen staff are super kind and make guess feel very welcoming.

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Sarah solo_traveller gb
10
Short but sweet and welcoming
Pros:

We received a warm welcome from Margaret and stayed in a lovely clean room with a sea view. The bed was comfortable and the shower was fantastic. Staff were friendly and helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Will be staying again. Thankyou for a wonderful experience.

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Catherine couple ie
8
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
M
Michaela couple gb
9
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
G
Gary couple gb
9
2026-05-10 via Nuitee
J
Jutta couple de
7
Ein schöner Aufenthalt und beim nächsten Mal wissen wir welches Zimmer wir buchen 😉
Pros:

Sehr freundliche Besitzer und aufmerksames Personal
Gutes Frühstück

Cons:

Unser Zimmer war leider etwas klein und hatte eine Aussicht zum Hinterhof . Wir hätten uns auch einen Handtuchwechsel bei einer Woche Aufenthalt gewünscht

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
B
Baumann solo_traveller at
10
Pros:

Perfekte Lage ,

Cons:

Zufahrt kompliziert

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
M
ManonMX solo_traveller fr
9
2026-05-07 via Nuitee
E
Edward couple sg
9
Pros:

close to beach and many restaurant nearby

Cons:

room is clean, and their staff are friendly and helpful

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
A
anwa solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The host was lovely

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
A
Adrianus solo_traveller nl
10
Pros:

We hadden een kamer met super uitzicht. De ontvangst was vriendelijk. Alles was heel erg schoon en fris. Personeel altijd erg vriendelijk en behulpzaam. De eigenaresse was altijd in de weer op het verblijf zo aangenaam mogelijk te maken. Had hele goede tips. Ontbijt was erg goed. Aanrader!!

Cons:

Enige minpuntje: Parkeren is wat lastig bij hotel

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Ganna family_with_children si
10
Perfect base for exploring beautiful Cornwall
Pros:

Great location in the center of Newquay and next to the beautiful beach, great view from the room (I recommend booking a room with sea view), very cosy room, great breakfast, very friendly and attentive hosts.

Cons:

We liked everything.

2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Ravinder extended_group gb
10
2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Nachiket family_with_children gb
10
Excellent location and comfortable rooms for stay. Family friendly
Pros:

Excellent location. Spacious rooms with good sized bathroom. Very good breakfast with lots of options. Hosts were very friendly and nice.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Stefano family_with_children it
8
Pros:

Host molto alla mano

2026-05-04 via Nuitee