West Hoe Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
National Marine Aquarium
Discover the creatures that live deep in the world’s oceans and learn about the importance of conservation at the largest aquarium in the U.K.
Hoe Park
After visiting Hoe Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Plymouth. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Mayflower Steps
Among the fishing boats of Plymouth’s harbor is a memorial to the settlers who went on to found one of the first American colonies.
Plymouth Gin Distillery
Sip on expertly made gin in a historic distillery that has been making spirits for over two centuries in the same spot on Plymouth’s waterfront.
Elizabethan House
Step inside this wonderfully preserved house to see how a merchant or sea captain would have lived in the 1500s, a time when Plymouth was a prosperous port city.
Royal Citadel
This 17th-century stronghold was a bastion of military strength. Explore the walls and fortifications with a guided tour.
Activities
Scenic Harbour Cruise in Plymouth with Commentary
Plymouth: Self Guided City Walk and Interactive Treasure Hunt
2-Day Tour of King Arthur's Cornwall in Tintagel, Boscastle and Dartmoor from Glastonbury
Our pick of the best West Hoe Hotel Deals
Harmony Court by Pureserviced
Facilities were well organised and everything was as described. Bed was comfortable. Only downside wife me was that the carpet needs a clean, it is getting sticky under foot. Otherwise all good.
Reviewed on 4 June 2025
Leonardo Hotel Plymouth
After a nice trip to the theatre and on return to the hotel to have a night cap only to find that the bar was closed and although bar staff were still in attendance the reception staff advised us that they wouldnt allow us to take a bottle of wine to our room and book it to our room.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Future Inn Plymouth
Good value hotel, spacius rooms but clumd do with updating now as other hotels are starting to seem more invested in.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Moxy Plymouth
Very good hotel for solo business users
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Copthorne Hotel Plymouth
The room was spotless and staff were very friendly
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Plymouth by IHG
For the price i expected better: Paid for the lounge access as part of the room, but they did not load it onto the card, had to ask, so if course wasn't introduced to where it was. No introduction on where to get breakfast. The room card would stop working every night so have to back to reception ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Hoe
Barbican
Barbican is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Smeaton's Tower and Bowling Green while in the area.
Royal William Yard
Check out the restaurants, seaside views and historical sites while spending some time in Royal William Yard. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Plymouth Pavilions or Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park.
Beaumont
While Beaumont may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Plymouth Gin Distillery and Elizabethan House.
Stoke
Stoke is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Home Park and Plymouth Pavilions while you're in town.
Turnchapel
Travellers like the monuments in Turnchapel, and South Devon is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Mutley
While Mutley isn't home to many top sights, The Box and Drake Circus are some notable places to visit nearby.
