Esplanade Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (3402 reviews)
Fistral Beach , Newquay , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Good family amenities
Cons:
Cold showers
Overpriced restaurant
Issues with room temperature

Categories

Cleanliness
8.11
Some concerns regarding stains and maintenance on room items.
Service
9.08
Staff were consistently described as friendly, helpful, and willing to assist.
Location
9.12
Many reviews praised the hotel's location as excellent, being close to the beach.
Room Quality
8.07
Rooms were generally clean and spacious but some had issues with temperature control.
Amenities
8.1
Amenities were good but some reports noted outdated facilities like the swimming pool.
Value for Money
8.56
Mixed opinions, with some finding the restaurant quality overpriced.
Food and Beverage
7.61
Breakfast and dining experience did not meet expectations for some guests.
Overall Experience
8.58
General satisfaction, with several positives outweighing the negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 10:22

Property Description

Stunning Atlantic Views and Family-Friendly Amenities

The Esplanade Hotel offers breathtaking views of Fistral Beach and the Atlantic Ocean. Guests can relax in the indoor child-friendly swimming pool, spa bath, and sauna. Enjoy fresh local cuisine at the Ocean View Restaurant and unwind in the Pebbles Bar with local ales and ciders.

Comfortable Rooms and Modern Amenities

Each spacious room features modern tiled bathrooms with complimentary bathroom amenities and a hairdryer. Contemporary wooden furnishings and a stylish purple feature wall create a welcoming ambiance for guests.

Surf School and Entertainment for All Ages

Home to the Quiksilver Surf School, guests can enjoy discounted surf lessons. The hotel also provides indoor and outdoor play areas, family Wii nights, and biscuit decorating activities. With Fistral Beach Surf School on-site and Newquay's attractions nearby, the Esplanade Hotel is the perfect family getaway.

Book now to experience a memorable stay at the Esplanade Hotel.

Important information:

The hotel does not accept payment made by American Express card.

Some rooms can accommodate dogs for an additional fee of GBP 15 per dog per night. Please confirm availability with the property prior to making your reservation.

When booking 6 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Please note that dogs are not allowed in the following room types: Standard Single Room, Standard Double or Twin Room with Sea View, Family Room with Sea View, and Standard Single Room with Sea View.

Please note that we do not accept bookings from single-sex groups, such as all-male or all-female parties. We reserve the right to cancel such bookings if made.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £10 per person per night 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.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 3402 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.11
Service: 9.08
Location: 9.12
Room Quality: 8.07
Amenities: 8.1
Value for Money: 8.56
Food and Beverage: 7.61
Overall Experience: 8.58
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Maya solo_traveller gb
9
Amazing Views of Fistral Beach
Pros:

The staff went above and beyond for our stay here, leaving us a lovely card and a voucher for complimentary drinks to celebrate our anniversary The views of Fistral Beach alone are worth every penny, getting to watch surfers and sunsets from the cosy foyer or from your room if you're lucky enough to have a seaview.

The hotel itself was very clean (except from the pool area) and rooms are serviced and cleaned daily with an eco-friendly approach to towels which I appreciated. The room we stayed in had a balcony with a lovely ensuite and towels/robes provided. All the facilities were also incredible with daily films on for children in the cinema and the pool.

Cons:

The soundproofing (or lack thereof) is really not great if you're on the first floor. We could hear every single noise the people above us were making at all hours. As you're walking through the corridors, you can also hear what people are saying/doing in their rooms which isn't ideal.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Brenda couple gb
10
Beutiful location, nice and quiet room which was very clean.
Pros:

Very helpful staff, great location with view across Fistral Beach.

Cons:

Having to come home☹️☹️

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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King couple gb
8
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Kiera solo_traveller gb
10
Amazing stay!! Would highly recommend!
Pros:

The views, location, and food options.

Cons:

The spa.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Daniel solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Kim solo_traveller ie
7
Pros:

The room was very large and bright. The bed was very comfortable, the shower was powerful and hot. The bedroom overlooked the beach which was lovely, you could hear the ocean at night.

Cons:

They had a booking of 20+ children they constantly raced around the corridors screaming and shouting. Completely unaware of the other guests.
The view from my room overlooked the glass entrance, the glass roof is covered in debris and weeds which was disappointing.
It’s a very long walk to the town no restaurants or bars close nearby.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Ben solo_traveller gb
5
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Dzhem couple gb
10
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Helen couple gb
9
Very comfortable stay
Pros:

Room

Cons:

1st impression is a neglected exterior poor curb appeal Tlc needed

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Jodie solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

It was brilliant from the easy check in to services throughout our stay, the location was perfect and beautiful views, the facilities were brilliant and well maintained. The food was divine.

Cons:

The alcohol selection wasnt very broad.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Harjot couple gb
7
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Elouise couple gb
9
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Philip couple gb
7
Hotel was good overall and I would stay there again.
Pros:

Location was excellent. Staff were superb.

Cons:

Breakfast was ok. Noisy neighbours disturbed sleep.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Chelsea couple gb
10
Beautiful location, lots of amenities in the hotel, swimming pool, sauna, cinema for kids… stunning dining room overlook
Pros:

Location is 10/10, Bright and attentive staff.

Cons:

Only 1 little lift.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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V couple gb
9
Lovely staff & friendly staff great location & really great breakfast & evening meal too
Pros:

Lovely location & great room

Cons:

The large & loud machine outside that was washing the windows we think..,there for the 3 days we were so less car parking but probably not there all the time usually

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Dan solo_traveller gb
7
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Yogesh couple gb
10
A very good hotel that has plenty to offer.
Pros:

Breakfast was spot on. The stuff were welcoming, professional and very polite. The choice of breakfast works for everyone with different pallets. The room was perfect, especially with that view from the balcony.

Cons:

Parking is a bit of a problem.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Sharon family_with_children gb
10
Beautiful hotel. Very friendly staff, beautiful rooms too.
Pros:

It was lovely and the cooked breakfast was very good

Cons:

The pizzas that we had delivered to our room were very disappointing.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Gary solo_traveller gb
9
Lovely location, friendly staff!
Pros:

I had a great stay in the hotel, the beds are very comfortable and the sea view is worth the fee! I got to know the staff pretty well during my stay and they were all friendly and helpful!

Big mention to Loz the breakfast manager, a really lovely young lady, she took a real interest in my daily activities and gave me lots of ideas about other walks/cycling I could do during my stay and made me feel very welcome!

I aIso took a surf lesson with the hotel surf place attached to the hotel and it was awesome and they were really encouraging! Thanks to Kate, Martha and Isaac!

I will definitely be staying there on my next visit!

Cons:

The low ceiling as you walk up the stairs to room 103, it has a mind your head sign but I was looking left and banged my head, I suggested they may want to add a layer of foam just in case someone else isn’t looking where they are going 🫣 but nothing else, it was all great!!

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Walid family_with_children lb
5
Very kind staff and beautiful location
Pros:

Location and staff

Cons:

-One slow elevator is not enough for such hotel, at least should have 3 elevators
- no AC in rooms, lobbies, and in restaurants
- breakfast very poor
- no espresso machines in rooms and in restaurant

2026-06-27 via Nuitee