Historic Hotels & Resorts in Newquay from NZ$229

Sights with historical relevance in Newquay are likely a big part of your travel plans. And while you’re here, you can visit the relaxing spas and popular beaches.

Based on our travel expertise, Bedruthan Hotel and Spa is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Prideaux Place is a short 12-minute drive away. Other choices to soak up the local history include The Atlantic Hotel and Oceanside.

In Newquay, you’ll find 1194 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Newquay is notable for landmarks like Huer’s Hut, Trerice and Lappa Valley Steam Railway. Cultural venues include Cornwall Aviation Heritage Centre, Lighthouse Cinema and Dairyland Farm World. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Tolcarne Beach and Newquay Zoo.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll spend a night or two someplace that has a national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the communal spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Newquay, giving a historical feel.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel tends to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you’ve come to expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the usual amenities found in a hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Newquay, you won’t find a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.