About us
Two miles of sand, cliffs and a consistent surf break. Watergate Bay Hotel’s take on a modern beach holiday owes it all to location.
Whether paddling out into the waves, floating in Swim Club, or tasting your way through the Bay’s four restaurants, a stay at Watergate Bay is all about striking the right balance. Run along the beach and lie in; find wide-open spaces and quiet corners; take in the crisp sea air and warm sauna time.
After over 50 years as a family business, we’re spurred on by our evolving vision of ‘a ski resort on a beach’ – and the way this corner of the world buzzes with the energy of reinvention.
Come and see it for yourself and stay in one of our 80 bedrooms.
Being active, getting out amongst the elements, eating and drinking well. Having a good time.
And other stories…
The team behind Watergate Bay Hotel is developing a new collection of hotels that share this same relaxed, active and social ethos.
Another Place is an evolving brand which shares our defining philosophy: each hotel will reflect its distinct location.
The story has already started with Another Place, The Lake; on the shores of Ullswater in the Lake District.
Our magazine
Our magazine is all about exploring our senses. It features a collection of interesting articles from guest writers linking back to sight, smell, taste, sound and touch. Looking at Cornwall from different angles, a calendar of exciting events at Watergate Bay and beyond, and all the information you need to plan a stay.
Take a listening walk on the beach with David Attenborough's sound man, Chris Watson; a journey through the art and science of Cornwall's distinctive light; read about the latest 'fast casual' food trend, or undercover the power of scent to tap into forgotten memories and transport us back to childhood.
Upcoming events
April Swim Break
Apr 25 - 27
Have you ever wanted to perfect your front crawl, and swim smoother, faster, and further with more confidence?
Read moreApril Yoga break
Apr 28 - 30
Clear your mind with a three-day break led by Gemma Bolger. Tailored for all experience levels, delve into the essence of yoga, its multiple benefits for health and wellbeing, plus how to adapt and utilise yoga to suit your body and lifestyle.
Read moreMay Pilates break
May 05 - 07
Practice Pilates by the sea with Marina Huxley, a qualified body control Pilates teacher. Improve your posture, flexibility, co-ordination and core strength with one of our Pilates breaks.
Read moreEnglish National Surfing Championships
May 17 - 17
Excitingly, for the first time in the event’s history, the U12 and U14 shortboarders will compete under priority rules, at an event on May 17 at Watergate Bay. This change is a pivotal step for young athletes preparing to represent Team England on the world stage.
Read moreMay Skybar
May 23 - 25
Skybar's apres-sea club nights are back on the cliffs of Watergate Bay, overlooking the beach below.
Read moreArts on the Beach
Jul 05 - 06
A free-to-attend family weekend of whale-theatre, performance, dance, music and creative workshops. A celebration of creativity, community, imagination and ocean culture.
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