Rick Stein has changed this seaside town from a peaceful fishing village into a cosmopolitan foodie destination. What hasn’t changed is the perfect seaside setting just across the Camel Estuary from Rock with the rows of pretty pastel cottages and fishermen bringing in their nets. The hotels in Padstow reflect everything the town stands for, at once both as chic as anything you might find in London yet filled with plenty of Cornish charm.
A lot of people aspire to having a second home in Padstow - and some lucky people do. The West-London-on-Sea effect has made an impact and there are some excellent boutiques (both stores and hotels). Padstow is still affordable however and one of our recommendations for the best places to stay in Padstow starts from under £100 a night.
Padstow still has some of Cornwall's famous pasty shops and pubs of yore which guarantee visitors a different sort of culinary experience in this food-famous town. And snacks such as these make a great accompaniment when visiting some of the dozens of beaches nearby.
Our pick of the best places to stay in Padstow has something for all visitors, from those on a tight-budget to foodies - ensuring everyone can enjoy the delights this quaint village has to offer.
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Under the same ownership for over 20 years, Treverbyn House is a well oiled machine. With just three rooms, each individually decorated with exposed wood floors, antique furnishings, fireplaces and impressive views. A famous Full English is served. The property is a short walk from Padstow Harbour.
Padstow
Coswarth House is a charming boutique B&B in the fishing town of Padstow. The rooms are elegantly designed with chandeliers, patterned wallpaper, antiques, and roll-top baths. A separate cottage offers an independent stay. Adult-only, this is a sophisticated choice to explore the area from.
Padstow (Cornwall)
Perched on Padstow's charming quayside, this award-winning restaurant with rooms is the perfect spot for a Cornish getaway. Stylish, intimate and in the midst of the lively harbour, come for locally sourced food, and ensuite rooms with nautical furnishings and some with gorgeous roll top baths.
Padstow (Padstow)
An elegant hotel with wonderful views over the Camel Estuary set in popular Padstow. Chic rooms are light and airy with a nautical theme seen in the colour pallette and artwork. A laidback restaurant serves Cornish fare. Outdoors is a heated pool and bikes to use. A friendly base ideal for families.
Padstow (Padstow)
A chic converted townhouse. Six beautifully designed suites give a traditional feel with antique style furniture off set with state of the art mod-cons and luxurious modern bathrooms. There's no restaurant on site but the owner's excellent Number 6 is just down the road. A charming option.
