The Headland Hotel and Spa

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Property highlights

About this property

Overlooking Fistral Beach, this stylish Victorian hotel features a Five Bubble rated spa, surf school, approach golf course and a wonderful sea-view terrace. Awarded a 5-stay AA rating, the Headland Hotel is a 10-minute walk from Newquay center. The impressive leisure facilities include a brand new Aqua Club which includes 6 outdoor and indoor pools (open all year round). The spa includes a Cornish salt steam room, a Swedish sauna, a hot tub, and experience showers. Treatments by Elemis, Voya and OPI can be booked in the state-of-the-art ash wood paneled rooms or work out in the fully equipped Life Fitness gym. There are three restaurants, and the hotel has been awarded an AA rosette. Guests can enjoy the best of Cornish coastal produce in the restaurant RenMor. The Deck as part of the Aqua Club offers poolside drinks, and Mediterranean dining. Afternoon teas and Cornish breakfasts are available, and the bar offers cocktails and fine wines. The spacious 5-star bedrooms at The Headland have free Wi-Fi access and satellite TV. All rooms feature a cozy seating area, a work desk and a modern bathroom with fluffy robes. The hotel has a communal laundry room, where guests can access a washing machine and a tumble dryer, as well as ironing facilities. Perched on a rugged headland, this hotel is just a 20-minute walk from Newquay Railway Station. Free on-site parking is available, and Newquay Golf Club is a 5-minute walk away. The surf school also offers coasteering, standup paddleboarding and private surfing lessons. The Headland is dog-friendly and up to two dogs can stay in each bedroom per nights. Regrettably, we are not able to accommodate any other pets. Our bedroom capacities are limited to maximum of 2 people. 1 adult and 1 child (12 and under) can travel together. Ugly Butterfly by Adam Handling is also available as a dining option but is operated separately from the Headland.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • 7 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Spa
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • 4 restaurants
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Located in the best-rated area in Newquay, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.8

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Guests who stayed here loved

Brigid
Ireland Ireland
“This hotel is beautiful - location is stunning, fabulous facilities - spa pools etc. The best thing about the Headland is the staff. Everyone was so welcoming, very helpful, always ready to please. The service in the restaurant and bars was...”
Jason
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful location, lovely hotel, friendly and helpful staff. Exceeded my expectations. I will definitely return.”
Steve
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location overlooking Fistral beach with immediate access to beachside walks, comfortable bedrooms with good-sized beds, plenty of large public sitting-room areas with soft sofas (ok for well-behaved dogs and young children), good quality...”
Charles
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location Friendly staff Spacious room Great shower Good Spa Lovely pool Good food”
Karleen
United States United States
“The food was excellent, very up to date. Portions were ample. Wait staff charming.”
Michael
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“From the moment you enter the long driveway it's obvious the level of service & comfort you'll get here, outstanding looking place, inside & out, beautiful rooms, Out of this world scenery & staff are top notch too!”
Christopher
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The public spaces were outstanding, as was the spa and the choice of places to eat. The setting is unique, being surrounded on one side by the sea and the other by a golf course. The staff were beyond excellent, especially Verity who kept us...”
Monrad
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Fantastic hotel, amazing staff - Emma was extremely helpful, the best location you can imagine. It was worth driving 7h. Well done all the staff and thank you for making our stay so special x”
Cindi
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Stunning location , very old gentry feel hospitality, welcoming feel”
Ben
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hotel is in a fabulous location overlooking Fistral Beach and is a convenient walk from Newquay itself. The staff were without exception, warm and welcoming. The hotel is spacious and comfortable and the food excellent, though we only used the...”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

4 Restaurants On Site
Restaurant RenMor
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
The Ballroom
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
The Deck
  • Cuisine
    Mediterranean
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Spa Lounge
  • Open for
    Lunch
  • Ambience
    Modern

House rules

The Headland Hotel and Spa takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Group bookings and stag/hen parties are not accepted at the hotel. Any such bookings will be canceled. Please note bookings with more than 5 room reservations might get declined. Please note, the property can accommodate extra beds and cots. Extra costs apply (see Hotel Policies). Please inform the property in advance using the Special Requests section. The property hosts weddings, conferences and events. The property tries to minimize any impact to your stay. If you have any questions about how your stay may be affected, please contact the property prior to arrival.

Please note that the property can only allow dogs. When traveling with dogs, please note that an extra charge of £33 per dogs, per night applies. Please note that a maximum of 2 dogs is allowed.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Headland Hotel and Spa of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property might host on-site functions, so noise may be audible in some rooms.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.