Barrowfield Hotel

Hotels
8 (449 reviews)
Hilgrove Road, Newquay, Cornwall , Newquay , gb

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Nice amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Food quality dissatisfaction
Dated rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
5.5
Negative remarks about cleanliness with stains and bad odors mentioned.
Service
9.5
Staff were kind and willing to oblige, overall good service experience.
Location
9.5
Good location close to town centre and bus stops.
Room Quality
7.5
Mixed reviews on room quality; some rooms were warm and clean but others noted being dated.
Amenities
9
Pool available and generally good amenities mentioned.
Value for Money
8.5
Considered fair value by some but impacted by negative experiences.
Food and Beverage
6.5
Food quality criticized for boring choices and poor service during dining.
Overall Experience
8
Overall experience mixed, with some positive aspects overshadowed by cleanliness and food issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 07:05

Property Description

Seaside Charm and Comfort

Luxurious Amenities: Enjoy the indoor pool, communal sauna, and evening entertainment at the ballroom.

Convenient Location: Just a short stroll from the beach and close to attractions like Fistral Beach and Newquay Zoo.

Relaxing Stay: Unwind in well-equipped rooms with free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar for a perfect getaway.

Book now to experience the best of Newquay at Barrowfield Hotel!

Important information:

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.
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: 10:00 AM
Airport code: EXT

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 449 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.5
Service: 9.5
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 6.5
Overall Experience: 8
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ztoh family_with_children gb
2
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Kerry family_with_children gb
5
Not bad just ok.
Pros:

Hotel was nice and clean and in a good location.

Cons:

Room wasn’t cleaned for our entire stay, booking issues with booking.com and hotel regarding breakfast inclusion. Hotel also tried to add an extra charge which had to be disputed. Car parking is limited.
Walls are paper thin and woken up to the sound of drilling in the am.

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Wez-lee solo_traveller gb
7
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Kevin family_with_children gb
6
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Maddie couple gb
1
Reception staff where absolutely lovely and we’re really helpful however DO NOT STAY HERE it’s way overpriced online, wa
Pros:

The location was pretty good as it’s just outside of the busy highstreet, and they offered good taxi services which was helpful during board masters and the pool also looked lovely, however it was closed due to boardies

Cons:

Uhm where do I start first when you come in your greeted by lovely welcoming RECEPTION staff but the minute you step into your room, a hole another story. Leaky showers, Invasive MATIENCE staff, many fire hazards, “dogey” (quoted by who I believe to be the owner) light switches. There is NO WIFI IN ROOMS, and in our room we had NO ELECTRICITY which when we when to the reception for help (and they were very helpful) we were redirected to there maintenance guy who had no clue what he was doing, STUNK OF ALCOHOL AND CIGARETTES.. we were told they couldn’t do anything about until the morning and were given a powerbank on 50% to “make do”. In the morning the same guy came back just as we were waking up LUCKILY WE WERE as he then proceeded to unlock the door and try to let himself in. Me and my boyfriend are 18 and were away for the first time together this was ABSOLUTELY TERRIFYING!!! Thank fuck we had put a chair against the door the night before other wise he would have actually entered the room. Utilities were disgusting!! Floor falling apart where open holes were made to make room for plumbing… the list goes on.

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Jason solo_traveller gb
1
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Tracia solo_traveller gb
4
Disappointed
Pros:

The location

Cons:

The staff weren't very welcoming, which was quite shocking to me, as someone from the hospitality industry it felt as if they were annoyed when you go to the desk to ask questions. The room quality was poor for the price, they didn't make the bed up on the second day, the duvet was just thrown over.
Breakfast was extremely basic and limited. Not enough waiting staff available for a fully booked breakfast room.
Overall a disappointing stay for my first visit to Cornwall.
Newquay Cornwall itself was lovely, I will definitely go back but will certainly not stay or recommend Barrowfield based on my experience.

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Waisele family_with_children gb
3
Location is good but hotel needs a good renovation because the photos are different from what you’re getting.
Pros:

The pool

Cons:

The room is very dirty and the lights doesn’t work properly,the TV is not working,no air conditioning,stains all over the bedding’s and rugs,only one power point,not really worth what we paid for.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Radha family_with_children gb
10
Fantastic
Pros:

It’s a great and delicious service we are very happy 😃 excellent 👍

Cons:

It’s a great journey for the hotel 🏨 excellent service staff 👍🙏🏻✨

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Dhesi family_with_children gb
2
Pros:

Staf it’s not good and room it’s not good to much daty

Cons:

Never

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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conroy solo_traveller gb
3
Waste of money
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything, breakfast was cold every morning and tiny portions. Bed was incredibly uncomfortable and the room was far too hot as the windows didn't stay open and the only air flow was from a half broken fan covered in dust. For £1000 this was an awful experience. Many unpleasant guests, including one man walking around in his boxers being loud at 2am and staff really didn't seem that bothered.

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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thomas family_with_children gb
1
2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Kate family_with_children gb
4
Bed was comfy,but not sure I’d return
Pros:

It was close to town

Cons:

Rooms are very outdated,very hot..
Balcony view wasn’t at all a view,could see in all the other rooms (wood was actually holding windows open on top floor). Poryer doesn’t let you in after 12,luckily I was there else my husband would not of got in.

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Freind staff and happy to help

Cons:

Had to pay for parking overnight

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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BRENDAN extended_group gb
4
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Quality of the breakfast poor.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Emma family_with_children gb
7
great location needs a lot of updating not worth the money
Pros:

it was a good position

Cons:

a lot of money for what it was ..
very hot in the rooms no air con
needs a lot of updating things broke ..
smelt of cigarettes very old fashioned ..
cost me a lot of money was disappointing

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Alice couple gb
1
Convenient as we needed somewhere to sat close to boardmaster festival. But overall the hotel needs updated the rooms we
Pros:

Easy walking distance to town & beaches .

Cons:

Very run down & dirty .bedrooms need updating . The bathroom window didn’t open & the shower was mouldy with hair blocking the drainage . Hair on the pillow.

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Binoy solo_traveller gb
6
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Judy couple gb
5
Nice hotel but don’t bother if you need to park. Only a handful of spaces that were always gone. So be prepared to pay £
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

I chose this hotel because it had on site parking. But there is only a handful of spaces and the parking is an absolute nightmare! If you come in the car then don’t bother!

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Maurice solo_traveller nl
4
Pros:

The location

Cons:

The bed was tiny for a double, not fit for 1 average size people. Parking was expensive and carpark next door was £1.60 an hour where you charge £5 an hour, I asked staff at reception if parking was expensive and she said no. Facilities were dated. Long wait to be seated for breakfast and long queue for coffee.

2026-08-04 via Nuitee