The Esplanade Hotel
  • Sleep
  • Eat & Drink
  • Offers and Breaks
  • Gift Vouchers

The Esplanade Hotel Blog

Making memories by the sea

Head to the North Cornish Coast this October half term for a fun-filled family break in Newquay.

The Esplanade Hotel in Newquay is Cornwall's favourite family beach hotel, located overlooking the famous Fistral Beach in Newquay. Genuinely welcoming, the Esplanade Hotel is more than just a place to sleep - it's a place where you can enjoy quality family holidays on the Cornwall coast, splashing about in the heated indoor pool and dining together in our informal family friendly restaurant, Cove. Our on-site surf school ensures water adventures can be had, with hotel guests receiving a discount on surf lessons in Cornwall.

During October Half term, we've got an awesome array of activities planned to keep the little nippers happy. Take a look at our activity schedule here.

Make unforgettable memories in Cornwall. With Fistral Beach as our playground our family break is the perfect pick for family adventures by the beach!

October half term breaks from 16th - 31st October 2020.

  • Two, three or four night stay
  • In-room Continental hamper breakfast or full breakfast in Cove Restaurant each morning
  • FREE family activities
  • Build-my-bear for each child
  • Use of indoor and outdoor play area
  • Make a splash with full use of the indoor leisure facilities
  • FREE surf board and wetsuit hire for kids with Quiksilver Surf School Newquay (under 15)
  • 10% off spa treatments for the grown ups at the adult-only Fistral Spa

Book your room here.

Featured posts

Keep on reading…

14th April 2026

May half term breaks

Explore | Family Fun | Hotel

Escape to the north Cornwall coast this May half term for sea views, surfing and easy family downtime right beside Fistral Beach.

Read more

7th April 2026

Surf season is back

Family Fun | Hotel

Surf lessons and breaks at The Esplanade Hotel in Newquay, Cornwall.

Read more

2nd April 2026

WIN A SURF & SKATE WEEKEND

Friends of the Esplanade

Enter our competition for the chance to win a two-night, two-person, sea-view stay, plus VIP tickets to the UK Surf & Skate Expo on 25th and 26th July 2026.

Read more
Discover more
  • Sleep
    • Sleep
    • Families
    • Couples
    • Car Parking
    • Bring the dog
  • Eat & Drink
    • Eat & Drink
    • Cove Restaurant
    • Elements Cocktail Bar
    • Afternoon Tea
    • Sunday Lunch
    • Brunch
    • Cocktail Making Classes
    • Book a table
  • Facilities
    • Facilities
    • Indoor Pool
    • Places to Play
    • Cinema
    • Quiksilver Surf School
    • Holiday Entertainment
    • Events and Conferences
    • Fistral Spa
  • Offers and Breaks
  • Get Together
    • Family Get Togethers
    • Couple Breaks
    • Golfing stays in Cornwall
    • Adventure Breaks
    • Children’s Parties
    • Group Bookings
  • Quiksilver Surf School
  • Out & About
    • Out & About
    • Webcam
    • Newquay Beaches
    • Attractions
    • Local Events
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Meet the team
    • Gallery
    • Charity
    • Blog
  • Philema Rewards
  • Gift Vouchers
  • Contact Us

Download our App

Keep up to date with all things Esplanade, all the time! Download our app to keep in touch, book experiences and receive special offers right to your phone.

  • The latest packages

    Our offers

    Free Kids' Brekkie at Easter

    We know mornings can be busy when little ones wake up ready for adventure. So we’ve got breakfast covered.

    Break Includes:

    • Your family seaside accommodation
    • Opt to enjoy breakfast with our Bed and Breakfast rate or include dinner each evening with our Dinner, Bed and Breakfast rate
    • FREE family activities including live music, friendship bracelet making, Easter arts & crafts, movie screenings in our in-house cinema, and much more!
    • Use of indoor and outdoor play areas
    • Use of the indoor swimming pool, sauna and cinema
    Book Free Kids' Brekkie at Easter
    Read more...

    Sunday Stays

    Extend your weekend and make the most of your time by the beach with our Sunday Stays break.

    Break Includes:

    • One night stay for two people
    • Breakfast in Cove Restaurant each morning
    • Three-course evening on Sunday night
    • Full use of the facilities including indoor pool, sauna and hot tub
    • 10% off spa treatments for the grown ups at the adult-only Fistral Spa
    Book a Sunday Stay
    Read more...

    COAST TO COAST BREAK

    Experience the best of Cornwall with our four-night Coast to Coast Break, staying two nights at Budock Vean Hotel & Spa near Falmouth on the South coast, and two nights at The Esplanade Hotel in Newquay on the North coast.

    Break Includes:

    • Four nights’ accommodation – two nights at Budock Vean Hotel & Spa and two nights at The Esplanade Hotel
    • Breakfast each morning
    • Use of the indoor pool, hot tub and in-house cinema when staying at The Esplanade
    • Use of the Natural Health Spa, golf course, snooker room and tennis courts when staying at Budock Vean Hotel & Spa

    As this is a unique package, this break unfortunately cannot be booked online, however our friendly reservations team are on hand to assist you with your booking. Please call 01637 873333 to book your unforgettable Cornish break.

    Excludes stays 22nd December 2025 - 1st February 2026.

    EXPLORE COAST TO COAST BREAK
    Read more...
    View all breaks
  • Sign up for news and offers

    Sign up for our newsletter to be in the know about all-new exclusive offers, family-friendly events, and classic Cornish experiences at our beach-front hotel.

  • Weather

    12℃
    Newquay, GB
  • Contact us

    Esplanade, Newquay
    Cornwall, TR7 1PS

    T
    01637 873333
    RESERVATIONS@ESPLANADEHOTELNEWQUAY.CO.UK

    Follow us

    • Terms & Conditions
    • Privacy Policy
    • Accessibility
    • Press Area
    • Jobs
    • Blog
    • Philema Rewards
    • Gift Vouchers
    • Sponsorship

    © 2026 The Esplanade Hotel. All Rights Reserved.

    What would you like to book?

    Accommodation
    Dining