2 Best Hotels in The West Country, England

The pampering begins the moment you enter this adults-only beachside hotel when you are greeted with a drink by the enthusiastic, highly professional staff and then given a tour of the facilities, which are arranged over five levels and feature bright, modern rooms with views over the sands and cliffs of Mawgan Porth beach—easily accessed via a path. The lounges, sheltered garden, and library offer comfortable nooks for relaxation, while the indoor and outdoor pools, spa treatments, and hot tub overlooking the sea will give you a bodily boost. The flair and positivity of the hotel's ethos extends to the restaurant, where each dish and wine offering is introduced with informed passion.

The most luxurious Rick Stein lodgings in town are distinguished by their sophisticated and minimalist style. Excellently equipped, the spacious bedrooms have polished oak floors and either enjoy views over the harbor and estuary or have glass doors looking straight out onto the walled garden. Booking here guarantees a dinner table at the Seafood Restaurant, where breakfast is also served (unless you order the Continental breakfast in your room). You should reserve as far ahead as possible, and there might be a two-night minimum stay in peak periods.