The Decker Apartment

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about The Decker Apartment? I was expecting something pretty standard on Higher Market Street – honestly, the name made it sound like just another converted flat above some shops. But walking up to this place, you realize it’s actually positioned in one of Looe’s sweet spots. You’re literally a minute’s walk from the harbor (I mean, you can hear the seagulls from the windows), but you’re just high enough up the hill that you escape most of the summer tourist chaos that absolutely swarms the waterfront.

The apartment itself feels like someone actually thought about how people travel these days. It’s got that 4-star polish without being stuffy – proper kitchen gear if you want to cook some of those fresh crab sandwiches from the market downstairs, but also close enough to decent pubs that you don’t have to. The beds are honestly better than I expected, and there’s something to be said for having your own space when you’re in Looe during peak season. July and August here can be… intense. What I really appreciated was the parking situation – they’ve sorted that out, which anyone who’s tried to park in Looe town center will tell you is worth its weight in gold. The WiFi actually works too, if you’re one of those people who can’t completely disconnect (no judgment, we’ve all been there).

Here’s the thing about this location that took me a day to fully appreciate – you’re close enough to walk to East Looe Beach when the mood strikes, but you can also easily get to the better swimming spots if you know where to look. The coast path is right there, and if you’re into that sort of thing, the walk to Polperro is genuinely spectacular (though pack layers, because Cornwall weather is… well, it’s Cornwall weather). The 7.7 rating feels about right – it’s solidly good without being fancy enough to make you feel like you can’t put your feet up. Sometimes that’s exactly what you want, especially after a day of fighting the crowds at the harbor or hiking the coastal paths. It’s the kind of place where you can actually relax instead of feeling like you’re living in someone else’s Instagram feed.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $518. Three-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 double bed and 2 single beds for Max persons: 6

Reviews

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

  Location is great – central in Looe and ideal for the beach.
  Welcome app and information was excellent, and a good idea
  
  What could be improved: Location near the hotel was a bit noisy Friday and Saturday nights.
  Roof terrace a little unkempt, and could be spruced up a bit.
  Apartment would benefit from a second toilet

• Stacy from United Kingdom – 1 September 2024 (9/10)

  The Decker apartment is set in an excellent location central to all amenities. It is very well equipped with modern features.
  
  The property is very comfortable with beautiful views of the sea. Would highly recommend to anybody wishing to stay in Looe.
  
  The owners were very helpful and responded quickly to any questions.

• Mcgailey from United Kingdom – 16 August 2024 (8/10)

  It had exceptional views property was very clean and welcoming the kitchen was excellent would definitely stay again.
  
  What could be improved: The parking arrangements were a bit of a struggle.

• Sarah from United Kingdom – 21 July 2024 (8/10)

  The apartment was fantastically well equipped, everything was thought of. Clean, tidy and fabulous views. The kitchen was particularly great.

• Ian from United Kingdom – 13 September 2023 (8/10)

  What could be improved: Toilet seat poor Quality

• Nick from United Kingdom – 26 August 2023 (9/10)

  Excellent location
  Clean
  Tidy
  
  What could be improved: No stair gate across landing to stairs, would have been nice to leave lounge door open and let toddler roam.
  Windows in living room door not child safe if fell against.

• Stratton from United Kingdom – 4 October 2024 (7/10)

  Great location walking distance to everything.
  
  What could be improved: Two sets of steep stairs to enter the property – fine for the younger members but our parents would have struggled to move their luggage alone

• Geoffrey from United Kingdom – 26 August 2024 (7/10)

  Our second visit and the view was as super as ever. Very well furnished and more than enough crockery, glasses and cookware. Our grandchildren have asked if we can go again next year.
  
  What could be improved: Only one refuse bag. No kitchen roll, one partially used loo roll. Only two dishwasher tablets (a bit mean). The balcony area lets this property down because it is desperate for an overhaul and clean. Shoes off at the top of the stairs but shoes necessary for the balcony and subsequently dirt, moss etc taken in.

• Tiree from United Kingdom – 26 October 2023 (8/10)

  Fabulous apartment, plenty of room, great central location
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Geoffrey from United Kingdom – 23 August 2023 (8/10)

  Perfect location with excellent property and facilities of very high standard. Good parking in reserved space.
  
  What could be improved: none

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