A ‘family-friendly’ hotel can often mean a huge compromise on style, not so as this Scandi-inspired beach side hotel. Yes, there are lots of bright colours, but it’s a very deliberate choice, injecting fun into an otherwise grown-up, retro chic interior. There are a few room options, but a sea view family room is a great size with wide clifftop views across the Cornish sea plus a king-sized bed and two separate children’s beds. For some child-free downtime, there’s a pretty unique concept in the spa garden – a self-guided hot (sauna, hot tub, fire pit) and cold (ice-buckets-over-your-head) sensory experience.

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