“This grand Victorian seaside hotel has been transformed into a super-luxe contemporary spa hotel. Located on its own headland, expect beach access, killer views & plenty of space. Incredible Aqua Centre, six swimming pools, destination spa & opulent yet cosy rooms & suites make this a crowd-pleaser.”

Recommended for

  • Active Holiday

    • The Cornish coast offers a plethora of outdoor activities; surfing, kayaking, paddleboarding, walking, fishing & sailing
  • Families

    • Very family-orientated with well-designed rooms, lots of activities, child-friendly dining & a relaxed overall feel
  • Spa breaks

    • A true sanctuary, The Headland Spa boasts award-winning facilities, signature Elemis treatments & beauty services
  • Surfing

    • Fistral Beach is considered one of the best surfing beaches in the UK & Europe
  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Used as the film location for Roald Dahl's 'The Witches' & the Mr Bean movie; look out for famous backdrops from the movie
  • Restaurant

    • Three options include flagship restaurant The Samphire, relaxed dining on The Terrace & light bites on The Deck
  • Views

    • Atlantic Ocean & Newquay Bay views command your attention from rooms, outdoor pools & the grounds
  • Historic

    • One of Cornwall's most dramatic hotels, the Grade II-listed property dates from 1897
  • Wellbeing

    • The £10 million Aqua Club ensures that you leave feeling well-rested & recharged
  • Pet friendly

    • Dogs are welcome. Blankets, dog treats, poo bags & water bowls are provided
  • Family Suites

    • Luxurious two-bedroom suites are ideal for families looking to splurge
  • Sights nearby

    • The Eden Project is a 40 minute drive
  • On the beach

    • Located on Cornwall's Fistral Beach
  • Spa

    • Designed for spoiling spa days
  • Minimum Stay

    • Three night stay is required
  • Sailing

  • Wedding license

  • Ballooning

  • Outstanding location

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Kayaking

  • Tennis

  • Grand Hotel

  • Great walks

  • Fishing

  • Sea Views

  • Landmark

  • Golf

  • Watersports

  • Gym

  • Child friendly

  • Disabled access

  • Contemporary

  • Charming

  • Luxury

  • Four poster beds

  • Romantic

  • Secluded setting

  • Remote

Facilities

  • Rooms

    96 rooms in this hotel
  • Swimming Pool

    Six pools include indoor Lap pool, Hydrotherapy pool & kid's splash pool. Outdoors there's a sunset spa, vitality & edge pools
  • Restaurant

    Three options include flagship restaurant The Samphire, relaxed dining on The Terrace & light bites on The Deck
  • Views

    Atlantic Ocean & Newquay Bay views command your attention from rooms, outdoor pools & the grounds
  • Walking distance restaurants

    Located just 1/2 a mile from the centre of Newquay, home to many a fine-dining restaurant
  • Outdoor dining

    Watch the sun go down with a cocktail & incredible sea views on the terrace
  • Pet friendly

    Dogs are welcome. Blankets, dog treats, poo bags & water bowls are provided
  • Sauna/Steam

    After a work out at the gym, relax in the Swedish saunas & salt steam room
  • Family Suites

    Luxurious two-bedroom suites are ideal for families looking to splurge
  • Spa

    Designed for spoiling spa days
  • Minimum Stay

    Three night stay is required
  • Hairdresser/Beauty Salon

  • Fireplace

  • In room DVD

  • Parking

  • Car not required

  • Wedding license

  • Bar

  • Four poster beds

  • Meeting Room

  • Cots available

  • Massage

  • Library

  • Private dining room

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Babysitting

  • Laundry

  • Garden

  • Gym

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • Bath robes

  • Disabled access

  • Suites

  • Hot Tub

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Wifi

  • Safe

Activities

  • Surfing

    • Fistral Beach is considered one of the best surfing beaches in the UK & Europe
  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Used as the film location for Roald Dahl's 'The Witches' & the Mr Bean movie; look out for famous backdrops from the movie
  • Sights nearby

    • The Eden Project is a 40 minute drive
  • Sailing

  • Ballooning

  • Kayaking

  • Tennis

  • Great walks

  • Fishing

  • Golf

  • Watersports

Map & Location

Other reviews

The Headland

A grand, hulking Victorian pile on a headland in Newquay – famed for its starring role in the film of Roald Dahl’s The Witches – offering good food, cosy cottages and spectacular views of Fistral Beach. Activities include everything from surfing and stand-up paddleboarding to a contemporary spa.

Originally published by The Telegraph

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