The Beach House & Porth Sands Apartments

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about The Beach House & Porth Sands Apartments? It’s actually right there – like, properly right there on Porth Beach. I mean, I’ve stayed at plenty of places that claim to be “beachfront,” but this one’s literally a two-minute stumble from your room to the sand. The whole setup sits on this gorgeous stretch between Newquay’s main buzz and the quieter Porth area, which honestly gives you the best of both worlds. You can walk into town when you want the nightlife and surf shops, but retreat back to something that feels more like a proper Cornish coastal escape.

The apartments themselves are surprisingly spacious – I stayed in one of the larger ones and actually had room to spread out, which is rare for UK seaside accommodation. What I really appreciated was how they’ve managed to keep that beachy, relaxed vibe without going overboard on the nautical theme (no giant anchors or rope everywhere, thank god). The kitchens are properly equipped too, which matters when you’re picking up fresh crab from the harbor or grabbing supplies from the Tesco just up the road. Speaking of practical stuff – parking’s included, which is honestly a godsend in this area where you’d otherwise be circling around looking for a spot or paying through the nose for it.

The location really is the star here though. Porth Beach is one of those spots that locals actually use, not just tourists, so you get a much more authentic feel. It’s perfect for families because the beach is more sheltered than some of Newquay’s wilder surf spots, but still gets decent waves if you’re into that. I loved being able to hear the waves from my room at night – it’s that perfect distance where you get the sound without the sand blowing everywhere. The coastal path runs right behind the property too, so you can easily walk to Watergate Bay (about 20 minutes) or head the other way toward Newquay proper. There’s this little beach café practically next door that does brilliant coffee and proper Cornish pasties – the kind where the pastry actually holds together and doesn’t fall apart in your hands. The whole area gets busy in peak summer, obviously, but even then it never felt overwhelming like some of the more touristy spots can. I’d definitely come back, especially in shoulder season when you can still get decent weather but the crowds thin out a bit.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $201. Beach House Two Bedroom Apartment with Rear View (No dogs) with 2 single beds and 1 double bed for Max persons: 4
• Estimated price from: $217. Beach House Two Bedroom Apartment with Rear View (Dog Friendly) with 2 single beds and 1 double bed for Max persons: 4
• Estimated price from: $217. Beach House Two-Bedroom Apartment with Rear View (Dog friendly) with 1 double bed, 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 6
• Estimated price from: $241. Porth Sands Two-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View (No dogs) with 1 double bed, 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 6

Reviews

• Anna from United Kingdom – 5 May 2025 (8/10)

  Exellent location in front of the beach, big comfortable beds, toiietries
  
  What could be improved: Just minor things like would be great to have the beach chairs and the windbreak for the beach in the appartment.

• Ell from Zimbabwe – 28 April 2025 (9/10)

  Modern furniture and settings, sea view

• Nicholas from United Kingdom – 21 April 2025 (9/10)

  Great location and clean

• Helen from United Kingdom – 19 March 2025 (9/10)

  Amazing location right by the beach and coast path and a convenient drive into Newquay for anything needed. Lovely sea view and well furnished apartment .
  
  What could be improved: Honestly struggling to think of anything – it was exactly what we hoped for.

• Gallinagh from United Kingdom – 26 February 2025 (9/10)

  Location excellent
  
  What could be improved: Noisy road noise from the rear bedrooms. Couldn’t safely open a window tinker in fresh air due to security. Would be hot in summer!
  Building work taking place next door at beach house, could hear builders during day and during night the building materials/ tarpaulin very noisy! Beds also small.

• Jenna from United Kingdom – 14 February 2025 (9/10)

  Stunning location. The apartment is clean but there are niggly bits due its age where it's tatty.

• Jaimee from United Kingdom – 14 December 2024 (9/10)

  Absolutely loved the location, the apartment has everything you would need and it's clean tidy. A nice walk over the cliffs to newquay.

• Daniel from United Kingdom – 11 November 2024 (8/10)

  proximity to the beach
  
  What could be improved: nothing

• Jeremy from United Kingdom – 11 October 2024 (9/10)

  Terrific location and apartment was exceptionally clean. We would have no hesitation in booking again in the future.
  
  What could be improved: We can't thing of anything to dislike!

• Samantha from United Kingdom – 29 September 2024 (9/10)

  Clean and tidy. Well equipped. Great location
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

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