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Great Western Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star beach hotel near Fistral Beach

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Lounge
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Property entrance
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Classic Double Room | View from room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Cliff Road, Newquay, England, TR7 2NE
  • Place, Tolcarne Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Western Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Newquay Zoo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

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

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

Signature Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

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

Deluxe Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Double Room

Signature Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

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

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Premium Double Room, Sea View

Premium Double Room, Sea View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Mobility Accessible

Standard Double Room, Mobility Accessible

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

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Comfort Cabin

Comfort Cabin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Double Room, Sea View

Premium Double Room, Sea View

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

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

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

About the area

Newquay

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Newquay City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from Great Western Beach and Tolcarne Beach. Newquay Zoo and Newquay Parish Church are also within half a mile (1 km).

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 Station - 2 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 9 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

3-star beach hotel near Fistral Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Great Western Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and an elevator. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Newquay hotel is smoke free.

  • 66 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Great Western Hotel offers 66 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 10 per night); reservations required
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 14 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Christmas Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 14.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 10 per night (295 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is 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

How close is Great Western Hotel to the airport?

Great Western Hotel is 4.8 mi (9-min drive) away from the Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Western Hotel?

As of May 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Western Hotel on May 18, 2026 start from CA $117, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Great Western Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Great Western Hotel.

How close is Great Western Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Great Western Beach and 7-minute walk from Tolcarne Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Great Western Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Great Western Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 14.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Great Western Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Great Western Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Great Western Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 10.00 per day.

Does Great Western Hotel have a pool?

Great Western Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Great Western Hotel have a restaurant?

Great Western Hotel is home to Steam Bar and Restaurant, which features international cuisine. The dining venue(s) are closed on Christmas Day.

Does Great Western Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Great Western Hotel to downtown Newquay?

Great Western Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Newquay.

Great Western Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 373 out of 904 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 333 out of 904 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 904 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 904 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 904 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

RUGARE JOHN

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room was scruffy, with cobwebs hanging from the ceiling. Bed old and very bumpy. Breakfast good, apart from coffee was lukewarm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff were brilliant
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Brad

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
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
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

louise

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was close to the beach but hotel it’s self needs some work the room smelt and so did the the hall ways.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super friendly and helpful. Great size room with lovely comfortable bed. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Elliott

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good value for the cost.comfortable bed,friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic as always. Very friendly staff, great location next to my favourite Indian restaurant in the country!! See you next year!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel is one of the few who when not full, charge for a late checkout. Shame as everything else was good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jordan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Loud doors in nearby rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All above and the view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Libo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was really nice and accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helpful and pleasant staff. Spacious room, good bathroom and amenities, location on seafront. Property is quite "tired" though.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were lovely and bar and restaurant clean 👌. The room was very clean and nice. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025