Chilled Escapes: 5 wonderful winter breaks in Newquay

If winter is the season for snuggling up and staying in, why not pack a bag and stay somewhere wonderful? From five-star luxury, boutique hotels and spas to self-catering cottages and apartments by the beach, you can find the perfect spot to cosy up and watch the waves roll in.

Of course, when you enjoy a weekend in Newquay, you’ll be surrounded by spectacular beaches and a choice of incredible places to eat, which makes hunkering down totally optional too.

Psst! Winter is Newquay’s quieter season in terms of visitors, which means you could also bag a brilliant deal when you book your chilled escape.

Exclusively Adult Spa Breaks

Fistral Beach Hotel

Swap the January blues for blue sea views with an escape to the exclusively adult Fistral Beach Hotel. The hotel has everything you need for a restful and rejuvenating escape, including a stylish and serene spa area offering a tempting selection of treatments. Discover what’s on this January by visiting the hotel’s website.

Self-Catering Holidays

Beach Retreats

Beach Retreats specialises in Cornish self-catering cottages and apartments within walking distance of some of the best beaches, including Fistral, Porth and Watergate Bay. You could cosy up by a log burner or watch the waves from your balcony. This winter, why not treat yourself to a longer break? See how you can enjoy two free nights when you book a longer stay through the Beach Retreats website.

Dog-Friendly Stays

The Park, Cornwall

Stay in luxurious holiday park accommodation just a short stroll from Mawgan Porth Beach. At The Park, you’ll also find a heated swimming pool, steam room and sauna. Plus, more than half of the properties on site are dog friendly, which means you can treat your pet to a January escape too. They even have colourful dog showers, perfect for rinsing off your best friend after a day out exploring. Check their website for the latest winter offers.

Cocktails and Dreams 

Selkies

Located in the centre of Newquay, just moments from Towan Beach, Selkies is the perfect base for a chilled weekend away. You can enjoy imaginative cocktails and charcuterie boards in the cocktail bar, then relax in your lovely ensuite room. Selkies also hosts live music, comedy and quizzes. Visit their website to book and see what’s on during your stay by following Selkies on Instagram.

Storm-Watching Breaks

The Headland Hotel

Surrounded by the wild Atlantic Ocean, the north coast of Cornwall gets its fair share of exciting winter weather. This year, why not watch the storms from the comfort of the five-star Headland Hotel? With access to the hotel’s Aqua Club (which has six pools), three restaurants and the hotel spa, even the wildest weather won’t stop a fantastic break. Find out more here.

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The information on this page was correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. You will need to contact the venue or provider directly to confirm any seasonal opening details and to book the experiences mentioned.