Name: Smugglers Rest
Address: 1 Seymour Avenue, Newquay (Cornwall), Cornwall, TR7 1BL
Price range: US$82+
Rating: 7.6

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About the Hotel

1 Seymour Avenue, Newquay (Cornwall), TR7 1BL

Close to the beach

Perfect

9.4

/10

5.0

Loved by Smugglers Rest guests

Friendly hosts

Super clean rooms

Delicious breakfast

Convenient location

Helpful service

"The location was perfect."

Karl from United Kingdom

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"Breakfast in the morning was prepared fresh."

Arjun from India

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"Lovely clean property with great hosts and a lovely large Breakfast including cereals and a cooked English breakfast."

Ian from United Kingdom

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Smugglers Rest: 9.8-rated guesthouse in central Newquay with allergy-free rooms and free private parking

Rooms & Accommodations

Smugglers Rest offers allergy-free rooms with private bathrooms and walk-in showers. Family Room with Shower and Double or Twin Room with Shower are the available room types. Daily housekeeping ensures cleanliness, and baby safety gates are provided for families with children.

Dining & Breakfast

A buffet breakfast is served daily, offering full English, Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. The bar and lounge area is available for drinks and snacks. Packed lunches can be arranged for days out.

Location & Surroundings

Smugglers Rest is located in central Newquay with a location score of 9.8. It is a 10-minute walk to the beach, and less than 1 km to the train station and bus station. Nearby attractions include Fistral Beach and Newquay Zoo, both within easy reach.

Pet-Friendly Policies

Pets are allowed with a small additional fee. Separate breakfast arrangements can be made for reactive dogs to reduce stress. Sausages and treats are provided for pets at breakfast.

Must-do experiences

Visit Fistral Beach at sunset for breathtaking views.
Try a traditional Cornish pasty at Oggy Oggy.
Explore the Newquay Harbour for charming seaside vibes.
Discover the hidden gem of the Blue Reef Aquarium.
Take a coastal walk to the stunning Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps.

Location: Perfect

9.8/10Review score

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Highlights from guests

DiningBreakfast Champion

The breakfast was the best I've had at any B&B! Generous portions and so many choices, even for gluten-free needs.

Olivia from Wales

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Guest ParkingParking Peace

On-site parking made everything easier. It's a tight area but getting assistance to navigate in and out was invaluable.

Richard from England

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Children's AmenitiesToddler heaven!

The room included bunk beds that were perfect for my children. A high chair was available in the dining room.

Emily from Scotland

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Room FeaturesSpotless & Bright

Our room was bright and very clean. The mini-fridge and kettle were useful extras.

Rajesh from India

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Select your preferred room

Choose from standard rooms, family suites, or deluxe options — with breakfast and flexible rates

Double or Twin Room Shower

2 persons

16 m²

2 Single beds / 1 King-size bed

Heating

Shower

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Hotel facilities and services

Each hotel provides modern amenities for a relaxing and pleasant stay

Facilities: Perfect

9.4/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Wind surfing
Diving
Snorkelling
Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Golf course
Fishing

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Children

Cots
Playpen
Children's buffet
Board games
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Aqua park
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Smugglers Rest Location

1 Seymour Avenue, Newquay (Cornwall), TR7 1BL

Map view

City landmarks

Zoo

Newquay Zoo

1.13 km

Landmark

Tolcarne Beach

1.23 km

Landmark

Newquay Harbour

1.25 km

Beach

Fistral Beach

1.72 km

Beach

Towan Beach

730 m

Landmark

Waterworld Leisure Centre

1.13 km

Golf Course

Newquay Golf Club

790 m

Store

Sainsbury's

870 m

Landmark

Great Western Beach

730 m

Landmark

Huer's Hut

970 m

Beach

Lusty Glaze Beach

1.89 km

Landmark

TrenanceGardens

610 m

Park

Trenance Gardens and Cottages

1.13 km

Landmark

Newquay Activity Centre

1.25 km

Landmark

Surf shops

730 m

Landmark

Little Western Railway

770 m

Landmark

Oasis Fun Pools

2.59 km

Landmark

Newquay Skatepark

1.04 km

Landmark

The War Memorial

1.01 km

Landmark

Concrete Waves

1.03 km

Landmark

Newquay Beach

1.25 km

Beach

Fistral Stores

1.53 km

Spa Centre

Fistral Spa

2.32 km

Nearby

Aquarium

Blue Reef Aquarium

440 m

22 St Michael's Rd

Pirate's Quest

440 m

Museum

Newquay Heritage Archive & Museum

470 m

Saint Michael's Road

The Parish Church of Saint Michael the Archangel

440 m

River Gannel

Boating Lake

440 m

2 The Crescent

Killacourt

440 m

5 Marcus Hill

Newquay Parish Church

440 m

Restaurants

Flounders

180 m

15 East Street

Oceans Cafe

190 m

34 East Street 1BH

Andy's Cafe

190 m

15 East Street

Bunters

180 m

15C East Street

Oggy Oggy the Pasty Company

120 m

2 East Street

Freddos Ice Cream

120 m

63 Bank Street

Lost Brewing Co

260 m

58 East Street

Lynns

250 m

Caxton House The Crescent

Niles Bakery

260 m

42 Bank Street

The Towan Blystra

370 m

12-16 Cliff Road

Newquay Conservative Club

290 m

Cheltenham Place

Istanbul Grill Kebab

350 m

2 Cliff Road

Explore Newquay (Cornwall)

Explore Newquay

Blue Reef Aquarium

6 minutes' walk

An interactive experience with marine life featuring underwater tunnels and touch pools. Perfect for families.

Newquay Zoo

14 minutes' walk

A 13-acre zoo housing over 130 species of animals, offering educational talks and kids' play areas.

Towan Beach

9 minutes' walk

A scenic beach, popular for its golden sands and convenient access to surf schools and cafes.

Newquay Heritage Archive & Museum

6 minutes' walk

Showcasing local history, art, and culture with informative exhibits and friendly staff. Great for local enthusiasts.

Surfing Lessons

16 minutes' walk

Paddle out with expert instructors at Newquay Surf School, nearby at Fistral Beach. Gear rentals available.

Trenance Gardens

10 minutes' walk

A peaceful park area perfect for leisurely walks, picnics, or simply relaxing amidst beautiful floral displays.

Flounders

3 minutes' walk

A cozy eatery known for its fresh seafood and local dishes. Family-friendly with a relaxed atmosphere.

Oggy Oggy the Pasty Company

2 minutes' walk

Famous for delicious Cornish pasties, offering a quick bite for on-the-go dining or casual meals.

Fistral Beach Bar

5 minutes' drive

A lively beach bar offering live music and outdoor seating, perfect for sunset views and relaxing with friends.

Newquay Cinema

5 minutes' drive

Showing the latest films, this cinema is a family-friendly option that also hosts special movie nights.

Getting around the city

City Centre
Newquay (Cornwall) 8 min · 600 m
Airports
Newquay (NQY) 15 min · 9.8 km
Penzance (PZE) 77 min · 50.8 km
Train
Newquay Railway Station 6 min · 500 m
Newquay Train Station 6 min · 500 m

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-20:00

Check-out

from 06:00-10:00

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP 8.0 per person.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Guest ratings and detailed reviews

Feedback about Smugglers Rest from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

Smugglers Rest enjoys a superb location in the town centre, putting guests within a short walk of Newquay's shops, restaurants, and the beach. Rooms are generally considered clean and comfortable, well-equipped with amenities like tea and coffee making facilities, and easy-to-use TVs; some guests have mentioned that certain rooms can feel a bit small, especially with multiple occupants. A large, tasty cooked breakfast is often highlighted as a great value.

Review score

Based on 6 verified reviews

7.6 /10

Very good

83%

Recommend

Breakfast

10.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Paid Wi-Fi

7.5/10

Free Wi-Fi

9.1/10

Pros

Friendly family

Perfect location

Good breakfast

Cons

Firm mattress

Sprung mattresses

Personal preference

alexander from germany

Single

double or twin room shower

4 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 22, 2026

7/10

a decent experience

great location helpful hosts low pressure dog smell

The location was great, very close to shops and the beach. john and ellen are very friendly and helpful hosts.

The shower was not very good. It barely had any pressure. the hotel smells of the owners' dogs. They lived downstairs.

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mason from united states

Family with children

double or twin room shower

6 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 11, 2026

5/10

dog smell low pressure

The location was acceptable. It was close to both the beach and local attractions.

the shower had barely any pressure, i was so frustrated. plus, i could smell dogs, the owners' dogs lived downstairs. it was NOT a good experience.

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Naomi from United Kingdom

Single

Double or Twin Room Shower

4 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 23, 2025

6/10

Average Stay with a Few Snags

weak shower pressure noticeable dog odor

The shower pressure was practically nonexistent, a trickle really. I also noticed a distinct odor of dogs throughout the building. It seems the owners' pets have made their presence quite known downstairs. The noise was quite noticeable, too. I could hear almost everything happening next door.

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Steven from United States

Family with children

Family Room Shower

3 nights in August 2026

Reviewed: October 11, 2025

9/10

clean family room amazing breakfast helpful host

the family room shower was very clean. breakfast was amazing!!! the hosts were friendly and helpful. parking was good and their knowledge of local attractions was appreciated.

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Sebastian from Germany

Single

Double or Twin Room Shower

3 nights in August 2026

Reviewed: September 03, 2025

9.5/10

Fantastic Stay!!!

really good cleanliness thoughtful comfort friendly hosts easy access

The cleanliness was really good. I found everything well thought out for comfort. The hosts were very friendly. I had easy access to the town and the bus stop.

The shower had slightly low pressure.

Facilities

9/10

On-site parking is available . A short walk leads to shops and the beach. Maps with local tips are available, aiding exploration of the surrounding area.

Dining

10/10

Breakfast is available. The options include hearty cooked meals. I found it set me up well for long walks. The food was AMAZING!!!

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Logan from United States

Family with children

Double or Twin Room Shower

3 nights in June 2026

Reviewed: July 27, 2025

9/10

Prime Location, Friendly Family

ideal location main beaches friendly hosts

The location is ideal. The town and main beaches are a short walk away. Other attractions are near, such as the zoo. I really enjoyed that. The hosts were very friendly.

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