Where to stay in Newquay
Where Is Newquay in Wales?
Located in the south west of England, Newquay lies on the North Atlantic coast in Cornwall, approximately 19 kilometers north of Truro and 32 kilometers west of Bodmin.
What Is Newquay Famous For?
Both naughty and nice, Newquay is the incredibly unique blend of wild nightlife and a picturesque surfing town. Taking strategic advantage due to its coastal location, Newquay is famous for its golden beaches, where strong waves from the Atlantic Ocean create the best “gnarly tides.” Moving away from the beach, visitors can stumble upon an informal congregation of trendy bistros, a bevy of boutiques, and health-conscious eateries. Like a fine wine, Newquay only gets better with age.
Where to Go in Newquay
- Fistral Beach: Located on Fistral Bay on the north coast of Cornwall, Fistral Beach is composed of 750 meters of straight golden sandy beach facing northwest onto the Atlantic, providing surfers with gravity-defying waves. Backed by steep sand dunes and delicately bordered by swathes of emerald marram grass, Fistral Beach is the best place in Newquay to swim, surf, and catch some rays.
- Blue Reef Aquarium Newquay: Say hello to some underwater friends at the Blue Reef Aquarium Newquay. Home to the critters found on the local Cornish coast to the exotic surroundings of the Tropical Reef, Newquay Blue Reef Aquarium offers an exciting insight into the marine adventures of the creatures found below the deep blue. Explore the more than 40 innovative and educative exhibits that vividly bring to life all the sensations of the sea, while knowledgeable staff entice you on joining them at the several feeding displays, rock-pool workshops, and informative talks. Make sure you drop by the beating heart of the aquarium where a spectacular coral reef is displayed within a 250,000 liter ocean tank to witness exotic tropical marine species from turtles to sharks float around to their heart’s content.
- Newquay Harbour: It may not offer the same glitz and glamour as its Monegasque cousin, however the Newquay Harbour certainly has its own unique set of charms! One of the most picturesque locations in the town, Newquay Harbor offers visitors to experience the traditionally Cornish pastime of watching the fishing boats making its safe passage home, with the stunningly picturesque waterfront scenery in the background. With the several restaurants and pubs overlooking the rugged coastline, taking in the seafront scenery has never been so good.
Popular Destinations Near Newquay
- Truro: The capital city of Cornwall, Truro certainly packs a punch with its famous 19th century cathedral shooting into the sky like a neo-Gothic skyscraper. Combining the very best of vintage and contemporary, Truro is where high street chains and independent shops are sprinkled amongst weekly markets, Georgian town houses and Victorian villas. The main commercial and retail center of the county, Truro truly is where the party is.
- Bodmin: Once the county town of Cornwall until the late 19th century, Bodmin is dipped in beauty and absolutely saturated in history. From the haunting landscapes of granite hills, marsh and heathland of Bodmin Moor, to the ominous Bodmin Jail, Bodmin continues to be layered in remnants of past eras. Amongst the fascinating prehistoric monuments, visitors can discover award-winning wineries, cycling trails, sophisticated country homes and medieval castle ruins, evoking the sense that one is in a world far away from this little Cornish corner.
Best Neighborhoods in Newquay
- Town Center: What can you say about a neighborhood when it says it all in its name? Newquay’s Town Center is the epicenter of all local activity and is the place to go for everything you need. With modern high street chains interspersed with diverse restaurants, authentically British pubs and the odd greasy spoon or two, combined with the quintessential English seaside charm, Newquay Town Center is where it’s at.
Home-types in Newquay
Newquay has a variety of property types for you to consider when booking a trip. Here are the most popular property types in Newquay:
- House: 410 vacation rentals
- Condo: 282 vacation rentals
- Hotel: 30 vacation rentals
- Bed and Breakfast: 16 vacation rentals
Points of interests in Newquay
Newquay has several popular points of interest for you to check out when visiting the area. Here are the most popular points of interest in Newquay:
- Pentire Headland: 1,125 vacation rentals
- Dairyland Farm Park: 1,125 vacation rentals
- Porth Beach: 1,125 vacation rentals
- The Japanese Garden: 1,125 vacation rentals
- St Columb Minor Parish Church: 1,125 vacation rentals
- Great Western Beach: 1,125 vacation rentals
- Newquay Harbour: 1,125 vacation rentals
- Lusty Glaze Beach: 1,125 vacation rentals
- Huer's Hut: 1,125 vacation rentals
- Pirate's Quest Newquay: 1,125 vacation rentals
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