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Hotel California

3.0 of 5
32 Pentire Crescent, Newquay, England
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Hotel California
Ranked #30 of 50 hotels in Newquay
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    3.5 of 5 stars
Date Rating
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

Went to stay on the 6 of may. Was married on the fourth and the 7th was my new wife's birthday! I called and booked this hotel because it had a pool! The young woman on the phone was lovely. On arrival the place looked ok. Went to our room. It was tired very very tired! On the 7th my... More

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sussex
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We stayed 4 nights at this hotel for our Silver Wedding Anniversary. Very nice hotel, lovely position overlooking an estuary and farmland. We did pay extra for a nice balcony room with view though. Staff we met very friendly and helpful, from the recepionists to the restaurant staff and barman. Food good, although breakfasts a bit disppointing and not well... More

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Bedfordshire
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

It also provides 2 swimming pools, spa and bowling alley. The staff are all very helpful from the receptionist helping us to find different places to visit. The waiter wrote down on our maps the best restaurant to go for lunch as the hotel provided wonderful breakfast and evening meals. Kids would appreciate the hotel with the bowling alley and... More

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Exeter, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

My expectations of this hotel really were not met, the room was stuffy and small and when we arrived the patio door was left open, when I tried to shut and lock it the door we could see it was broken. After much effot eventually we managed to lock it. The toilet roll holder on the wall looked awful and... More

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Portsmouth
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

We've just spent a long weekend at the Hotel California Newquay. It was fantastic! We booked at the last minute so the price was very reasonable. The room was clean and warm, the beds very comforable and the view superb. The staff were so helpful and courteous. The meals excellent. The indoor swimming pool was a bonus and we used... More

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Weybridge
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

Hi I recently stayed here for a wedding anniversary party. Hotel is lovely, wonderful views and a lovely setting with good walks to the beach. The rooms are nice, good value for money and the staff are very helpful and friendly. Food and wine is of a good quality. I would stay here if you want a well located hotel... More

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Faringdon, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

We booked a last minute 3 night break for the four of us. The service was second to none. All of the staff were very friendly and helpful and couldn't do enough to help us. Providing recommendations for the best places to visit and best family activities in easy reach of the hotel. Within easy reach of the beach. With... More

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Plymouth, England, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

We went on a Groupon voucher so it was a great price for a night away. When you arive you go through the large revolving doors which is fab! The carpets are all plush, its a lovely hotel. Staff are all friendly and everywhere was spotlessly clean. Our room was lovely and warm, a bottle of wine in the room,... More

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Worcester, United Kingdom
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44 reviews 44 reviews
21 hotel reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

Well the hotel is in a great location not to far from the town or the beach and all the places you need in Newquay. The reception is beautiful when we walked in we really liked the hotel the open fire on and the big open space, The reception staff were really friendly the lady who I didn't catch her... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

Well David, What else can we say - you and your staff delivered more than we could have hoped for!! From the early booking and negotiations, plans and ideas, right down to the final presentation, service and quality.... we couldnt have asked for more. We dont get to celebrate a diamond wedding very often and you and your staff made... More

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What travellers say

  • Very good(11)
  • Evening meals(8)
  • Bowling alley(8)
  • Family room(5)
  • Public area(4)
  • Buffet style(3)
  • HOT WATER(3)
  • Staff were friendly(3)

Additional Information about Hotel California

Address: 32 Pentire Crescent, Newquay, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > Cornwall > Newquay
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Pets Allowed Restaurant Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#13 On the Beach Hotels in Newquay
Price Range: £
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Overlooking the Gannel Estuary and Crantock beach, Hotel California a 3* listed hotel is just a 5 minute walk from Newquay’s famous Fistral Beach & Vibrant town centre packed with some of England's best bars, restaurants & Nightclubs. There are 2 swimming pools, sauna, games room, Solarium, Hairdresser and free parking. The hotel also has a 4-lane bowling alley, squash court, table tennis and snooker and pool tables.Guests can relax with a drink and enjoy the sun terrace, or sit down for a candle lit dinner in our restaurant with views over rolling countryside, the Gannel estuary and Crantock beach.Away from the town centre, Hotel California’s peaceful rooms each feature a TV, complimentary tea & coffee facilities, Direct dial phone, Trouser press & Hair dryer. ... more   less 
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Also Known As:
California Hotel Newquay
Hotel California Newquay
Hotel California Newquay, Cornwall

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