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Great Western Hotel

3.0 star property
Beach hotel with restaurant, near Fistral Beach

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In the heart of Newquay City Centre, Great Western Hotel offers a warm welcome with a playground for kids and a garden to unwind. Enjoy international cuisine at Steam Bar and Restaurant, connect to WiFi in public areas, or simply relax with daily housekeeping.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Meeting room
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Playground

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on-site
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is £79
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room, Sea View | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Room, Sea View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Signature Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Single Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Signature Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Premium Double Room, Sea View | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Premium Double Room, Sea View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Mobility Accessible | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room, Mobility Accessible

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Cabin | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Comfort Cabin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Comfort Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Comfort Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Double Room, Sea View | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Premium Double Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Quadruple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Cliff Road, Newquay, England, TR7 2NE

What's nearby

  • Tolcarne Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Great Western Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Newquay Zoo - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Towan Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lusty Glaze Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 9 min drive
  • Newquay Station - 2 min walk
  • Quintrell Downs Station - 8 min drive
  • St Columb Road Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lost Brewing Co - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Towan Blystra - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cod End - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rebellion Roast House & Moonshine Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Great Western Hotel

Great Western Hotel puts you within a 15-minute drive of Watergate Bay Beach and Fistral Beach. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Steam Bar and Restaurant, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden. The helpful staff and overall value get great marks from fellow travellers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 66 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • On-site parking only available on request
    • Uncovered on-site self-parking (GBP 10.00 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • On-site parking is limited
    • Off-site parking within 295 ft (GBP 10 per night); booking required
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–11:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Travelling with children

  • Playground
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Steam Bar and Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 14.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 19 January 2026 to 20 April 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Selected guestrooms
The following facilities are closed for Christmas Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Parking

  • Uncovered self-parking costs GBP 10.00 per day
  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 10 per night (295 ft away)
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Great Western Hotel Newquay

Great Western Newquay

Great Western Hotel Newquay, Cornwall

Great Western Hotel Hotel

Great Western Hotel Newquay

Great Western Hotel Hotel Newquay

Frequently asked questions

Does Great Western Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Great Western Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Great Western Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Great Western Hotel?

Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 10.00 per day. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Great Western Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

What is there to do at Great Western Hotel and nearby?

Great Western Hotel has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Great Western Hotel?

Yes, Steam Bar and Restaurant offers international cuisine.

What's the area around Great Western Hotel like?

Great Western Hotel is in Newquay City Centre, a short 9-minute drive from Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) and 2 minutes' walk from Great Western Beach. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Great Western Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with a good choice of continental and cooked food, and many reviewers praised its quality and delicious options. (28 reviews)
  • The property's location next to Great Western Beach offers stunning views and easy access to the beach. (20 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, excellent staff in every area. A favourite hotel since 1989.
Bernadette, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Property is in need of renovation (parts currently underway) but still a very enjoyable stay. Fantastic location with excellent views from dining rooms and bar overlooking the ocean. Staff are excellent and do all they can to assist.
Anthony, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Always a great stay, with helpful friendly staff. Thanks for always being a reliable team proving a strong service. Look forward to my next stay
Sean, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beach view was a bit obstructed however we booked last minute so super happy The staff are all absolutely amazing the bar staff could be more friendly especially Stracey
James, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice clean room kept clean by room cleaners, complimentary biscuits and drink making things were topped every day, very friendly staff and a fantastic bar and resturaunt
Steven, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and the bed comfy. We had a side view of the sea and it was lovely to hear the waves overnight. Breakfast lovely as always.
Juliet, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was excellent, what a great location with fantastic views, the staff were very helpful and friendly and the food was amazing and a great choice, fantastic english breakfast too, will deffinately stay again.
Nick, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good value for the cost.comfortable bed,friendly staff.
Chris, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and the staff were brilliant
Paul, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I very much enjoyed my two nights in the hotel. Although a little shabby, my room was comfortable and I enjoyed my view. The staff were all friendly and helpful.
Gillian, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Handy location for our visit and was able to reserve parking on site.
Debbie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were lovely and bar and restaurant clean 👌. The room was very clean and nice. Will definitely stay here again
ian, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Hotel was close to the beach but hotel it’s self needs some work the room smelt and so did the the hall ways.
louise, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was quite clean a few hairs in the bath and used soaps still present. Room was clean itself. Good bar spent NYE in there good atmosphere
Brad, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic as always. Very friendly staff, great location next to my favourite Indian restaurant in the country!! See you next year!!
Liam, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Relaxing break.

Great staff, great food and service.
Alan, 7-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Room was scruffy, with cobwebs hanging from the ceiling. Bed old and very bumpy. Breakfast good, apart from coffee was lukewarm.
Andrew, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was very clean food was excellent and the staff was very friendly and polite will stay there again
David, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location. Wonderful staff. Beautiful breakfast.
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Caroline, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel, Far Better Than expected! Nice Large Room & Bed, With Great Bathroom Facilities. Would Definitely Stay Again!
Mark, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay, beautiful room, lady on reception was really friendly and super helpful
Rosanna, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Helpful and pleasant staff. Spacious room, good bathroom and amenities, location on seafront. Property is quite "tired" though.
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay

Great location, staff friendly and efficient, room very spacious and comfortable
Gaynor, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay Staff were 1st class
janice, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

All above and the view
Angela, 2-night trip