Half Terms in Newquay
Family Half Term Breaks UK
Newquay, renowned for its stunning coastline and vibrant atmosphere, is home to The Esplanade Hotel, a perfect retreat for families looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Nestled on the edge of the iconic Fistral Beach, we provide families with not only picturesque views but a range of activities and facilities to keep both adults and children entertained. Whether you're a spontaneous adventurous family or prefer a well-planned getaway, we're the perfect host for your half term break in Cornwall!
We have something for every member of the family. The little ones can be kept occupied with our FREE activity schedule during the school holidays, making a splash in our indoor swimming pool to getting comfy and tucking into popcorn in our in-house cinema and much more! We’re even dog-friendly, so your four-legged family member doesn’t miss out.
Or for those who love the outdoors, the surrounding area offers amazing opportunities from riding the waves with our friends at Quiksilver Surf School to the South West Coast Path providing miles of breath-taking coastal walks where you can soak up the stunning scenery.
The beach is our playground, with the famous surfing beach, Fistral just a stone’s throw away from our family-friendly hotel in Cornwall. The town centre is a short stroll away where families can find various parks, playgrounds and family-friendly restaurants in Newquay.
Book your half term break direct and receive a FREE Build-my-Bear for your little'uns when quoting BOOKDIRECT.
Discover our half term breaks below or call our friendly reservations team on 01637 873333 for help with your booking.
Cornwall Escapes
Our half term breaks
February Half Term
Set against the backdrop of Fistral Beach, our hotel comes to life during half-term with family fun coastal adventures, FREE kid-approved activities, and plenty of indoor fun for whatever the weather brings.
Break includes:
- Your coastal accommodation
- Opt to have breakfast in Cove Restaurant each morning of your stay
- Opt to have dinner each evening of your stay
- Full use of our facilities including outdoor and indoor play areas, pool and in-house cinema!
- FREE family activities
- 10% off spa treatments at Fistral Spa (adults only)
Kids under 12 eat breakfast free.
Summer Holidays
Get ready for the ultimate family summer escape! With the golden sands of Fistral Beach just steps away, this is the place to make lasting summer memories. Enjoy beachside adventures and kid-friendly activities all designed to make your family holiday as carefree and enjoyable as possible.
Summer holidays:
- Your coastal accommodation
- Opt to have breakfast in Cove Restaurant each morning of your stay
- Opt to have dinner each evening of your stay
- Full use of our facilities including outdoor and indoor play areas, pool and in-house cinema!
- FREE family activities
- 10% off spa treatments at Fistral Spa (adults only)
Kids under 12 eat breakfast free.
May Half Term
Make May half-term unforgettable with a family getaway to the beautiful Newquay, Cornwall! The time we start to welcome the warmer days of late spring with a jam-packed week of family adventures, relaxing beach days, and seaside fun. With a schedule of activities designed to entertain kids, every day brings a new opportunity to explore, unwind, and enjoy quality time together.
May half term
- Your coastal accommodation
- Opt to have breakfast in Cove Restaurant each morning of your stay
- Opt to have dinner each evening of your stay
- Full use of our facilities including outdoor and indoor play areas, pool and in-house cinema!
- FREE family activities
- 10% off spa treatments at Fistral Spa (adults only)
Kids under 12 eat breakfast free.
Our facilities
Places to play
Swimming Pool
Our leisure area is home to a heated family swimming pool with splash area for little nippers, plus a hot tub and sauna too. There are no family swim time restrictions within opening hours, so you can swim all day if you like!
Quiksilver Surf School
Fancy a discount on surf lesson and hire? The Quiksilver Surf School in Newquay overlooks the south end of the epic Fistral Beach where the waves are less crowded, so you'll have plenty of space to perfect carves, pumps and snaps.
All instructors are qualified beach lifeguards and BSA accredited too; the tuition and friendly service they offer is second to none. And don’t worry, you won’t be roughing it, facilities include free parking and new indoor changing rooms with secure lockers and hot showers! They cater for beginners to improvers, and everyone in-between and hotel guests receive a discounted rates on lessons - hooray!
Cinema
Take a seat and get comfy as families, groups and couples can sit back, tuck into some popcorn and enjoy the perks of our in-house cinema in Cornwall.
Indoor Soft Play
This is where a lot of the fun happens! The soft play area has been carefully created with you in mind
Let's Eat
Dining
Cove Restaurant
Our family friendly restaurant in Cornwall, Cove invites you to experience seaside dining like never before. Overlooking the turquoise waters of Fistral Beach, Cove seamlessly blends fresh Cornish flavours with an inspired, relaxed atmosphere as you watch the waves roll in.
Afternoon Tea
Indulge in a truly Cornish afternoon, where afternoon tea is a treat for both adults and little ones. Set against the breath-taking backdrop of Fistral Beach, our afternoon tea offers an irresistible array of delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, and an assortment of handcrafted pastries and cakes.
Take a look...
FREE family activities
We're hosting a schedule of awesome family activities during the February half term, allowing you to have fun by the beach!
