The Headland Hotel and Spa

Hotels
8.8 (817 reviews)
Headland Road , Newquay , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Good spa facilities
Cons:
Dated rooms
Heating issues
Mediocre restaurant menu

Categories

Cleanliness
8.13
Issues with cobwebs and general room condition mentioned in a review.
Service
9.6
Staff were described as friendly, helpful, and attentive throughout multiple reviews.
Location
9.64
Location received consistent praise for its beauty and convenience.
Room Quality
7.59
Some rooms were noted as dated and had heating issues.
Amenities
9.12
Spa facilities received positive remarks, though usage was impacted by children.
Value for Money
8.58
Some reviews hinted at additional costs for room upgrades.
Food and Beverage
8.63
Mixed sentiments regarding the restaurant and dining options.
Overall Experience
9.1
Overall pleasant experience with mentioned shortcomings.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 02:58

Property Description

Luxurious Spa and Leisure Facilities

Indulge in ultimate relaxation at the Five Bubble rated spa with a variety of pools, steam room, sauna, hot tub, and more. Enjoy premium treatments and a fully equipped gym for a rejuvenating experience.

Gourmet Dining Experience

Savor the finest Cornish coastal produce at the award-winning restaurants, offering a range of culinary delights from a brand new restaurant to a relaxed terrace with beach views. Enjoy poolside drinks and Mediterranean dining at The Deck for a memorable dining experience.

Premium Accommodation and Convenient Amenities

Experience comfort in the spacious 5-star bedrooms with modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and plush robes. Take advantage of on-site laundry facilities, free parking, and proximity to local attractions for a seamless stay.

Book now for an unforgettable luxury getaway at The Headland Hotel overlooking Fistral Beach!

Important information:

Group bookings and stag/hen parties are not accepted at the hotel. Any such bookings will be canceled. Please note bookings with more than 5 room reservations might get declined. Please note, the property can accommodate extra beds and cots. Extra costs apply (see Hotel Policies). Please inform the property in advance using the Special Requests section. The property hosts weddings, conferences and events. The property tries to minimize any impact to your stay. If you have any questions about how your stay may be affected, please contact the property prior to arrival.

Please note that the property can only allow dogs. When traveling with dogs, please note that an extra charge of £33 per dogs, per night applies. Please note that a maximum of 2 dogs is allowed.This property might host on-site functions, so noise may be audible in some rooms.
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.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: NQY

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 817 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.13
Service: 9.6
Location: 9.64
Room Quality: 7.59
Amenities: 9.12
Value for Money: 8.58
Food and Beverage: 8.63
Overall Experience: 9.1
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Croitoru • couple • gb
10
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Timothy • couple • gb
9
Impressive
Pros:

This is a beautiful traditional property that has been sympathetically restored with a beautiful modern bar and dining area and great Spa.

Staff were absolutely amazing made us feel welcome the minute we arrived. This is what you would call good old-fashioned service. Literally nothing was too much trouble.

We didn’t eat in the main restaurant, but the dishes going out looked amazing. The breakfast was wonderful, not only was the selection good but the attention to detail on the produce. Everything from the Home baked bread to the cheeses were specially selected. You will definitely not be disappointed..

We were lucky enough to Dine inside the ugly butterfly restaurant within the hotel…. I’ve eaten in many restaurants, but honestly, this was hands down the best meal I have eaten .. a little on the expensive side, but definitely worth the experience.

Cons:

We did do a room swap, looked at several rooms and ended up back at her original room. Staff were incredibly patient and accommodating.

Some of the rooms could do with a refurb, their premium room had strange green wicker furniture , and a carpet that looked like underlay. I don’t think some of the rooms have been refurbished yet so my advice would be to pre book a room that has been finished.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Simone • couple • ch
10
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • couple • de
8
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Lesley Anne • couple • lu
8
Pros:

A good breakfast

Cons:

Fried eggs were rubbery and overcooked

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Steve • extended_group • gb
10
A wonderful hotel with amazing staff
Pros:

A truly iconic hotel on the Headland. The staff are amazing and can't do enough to make your stay special and the food is delicious. The location to Fistral Beach makes it an even more special hotel but we can't wait to return having stayed here 5/6 times over the past 18 months. Its like a magnetic which keeps drawing us back again and again.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Jack • couple • gb
9
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Edward • couple • us
8
Overall very nice
Pros:

Beautiful location

Cons:

No availability for fitness classes or spa services over the weekend.

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Julian • couple • gb
10
Had a great time celebrating our wedding anniversary absolutely worth the wait as we have been wanting to stay there for
Pros:

The whole hotel and stay were exceptional from the staff through to the facilities and the food.

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
9
It was excellent recommend to anyone
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent and location was lovely.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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simon • couple • gb
10
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Erik • solo_traveller • ca
4
Below Average at best
Pros:

It was clean

Cons:

The hot tub was closed without forewarning which is a huge part of the aqua spa. The staff in the restaurant were rude and wouldn’t allow us to add drinks to a tab even though we were spending thousands of pounds on drinks for a wedding so we were forced to pay for individual drinks. The lunch and snack menu was awful and portions were small. We requested late check out as our flight had been delayed and even that wasn’t “possible.”

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Birgit • extended_group • de
10
Ich möchte unbedingt bald wieder hin - vielleicht sogar der schönste Ort überhaupt 😍
Pros:

Es ist einfach ein ikonisches Gebäude - traumhafte Lage, der Inbegriff von Freiheit. Es ist das Wahrzeichen von Newquay. Old money style innen, großartiger Blick von Ballroom aus oder aus dem Frühstücksraum aufs Meer - natürlich auch von den Zimmern oben. Ein Traum! Außerdem habe ich nie ein familien- und hundefreundlicheres Hotel gesehen. Der Spa ebenfalls ein gigantisch...

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • gb
10
Beautiful Hotel and outstanding staff
Pros:

It’s location, facilities and particularly the staff

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • couple • gb
7
Amazing location and takes you back years... too many years
Pros:

Amazing location and beautiful setting

Cons:

It's like your nans front room and feels really dated

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Harvey • couple • gb
10
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • gb
7
Enjoyable and relaxing
Pros:

Lovely location
Friendly staff at reception and dining rooms .
Very slow with service in lounge area .

Cons:

Expensive drinks and slow service .

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • gb
6
Disappointing.
Pros:

This is the third time we stayed at Headland Hotel. The hotel fabric and facilities were again of excellent standard. The location is wonderful and we booked another special weekend with my wife.

Cons:

However the staff this time appeared poorly trained and not customer focused. But out dissatisfaction was with the restaurant and kitchen staff. The menu we found poor and unimpressive which did not have some clean eating vegan / vegetarian options. But the visibility of the open kitchen appalled us. A long haired chef with no PPI protection hand assembly of food and visibly untrained kitchen staff not abiding by 'food hygiene standards'. Sorry but this turned our stomachs and we elected to eat our on the second night and not eat breakfast on the second day (except for some toast).

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee