Name: The Watermark
Address: Hannafore Road The Watermark, Looe, PL13 2DE, United Kingdom, Hannafore Road The Watermark, Cornwall, PL13 2DE, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $127 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.5

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Guesthouse The Watermark

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The Watermark was a great place to stay with very accommodating hosts, fantastic views from the rooms and the lounge area. Wonderful breakfast with local products and complimentary cream tea with home cooked scones! We loved our short stay and will be back :-)

Sally, United Kingdom

Fantastic views & very friendly & helpful staff. Excellent breakfast. We certainly will be back.

Ralph, United Kingdom

I booked this stay for my Son and girlfriend who video-called me to show me how lovely it was. They recommended that I stay there too. Great communication from the hosts too.

Tracey, United Kingdom

Ideal situation on the better side of Looe. Nice comfortable room with sea view! Lots of breakfast if you're hungry. Well done Ash and Debbie. Thanks Mike and Jennifer.

Mike, United Kingdom

The view was to die for, daily cream tea was lovely touch, owners were very friendly

Albert, United Kingdom

Staff is friendly and kindly. The room is tidy and clean. Breakfast is good and there are fish dish choices.

Babiezbee, United Kingdom

The breakfast was lovely Ash and Deb the owners were very friendly will be booking this hotel again

Tracy, United Kingdom

The owners were friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble and exquisite views of the harbour and beach.

Rowena, United Kingdom

The location could not be bettered. Really lovely and unusual. Great view taking the best advantage of the setting. Very charming and hospitable host.

Caryl, United Kingdom

We stayed in the Fowey suite. The bed and bedding were very comfy. The view from the balcony was fab. Breakfast and afternoon tea and scones were all delicious. Hosts were friendly and helpful but not intrusively so.

Lesley, Canada

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What guests loved the most:
“The Watermark was a great place to stay with very accommodating hosts, fantastic views from the rooms and the lounge area. ”

Sally United Kingdom
“Fantastic views & very friendly & helpful staff. Excellent breakfast. We certainly will be back.”

Ralph United Kingdom
“I booked this stay for my Son and girlfriend who video-called me to show me how lovely it was. They recommended that I stay there too. Great communication from the hosts too.”

Tracey United Kingdom
“Ideal situation on the better side of Looe. Nice comfortable room with sea view! Lots of breakfast if you're hungry. Well done Ash and Debbie. Thanks Mike and Jennifer.”

Mike United Kingdom
“The view was to die for, daily cream tea was lovely touch, owners were very friendly”

Albert United Kingdom
“Staff is friendly and kindly. The room is tidy and clean. Breakfast is good and there are fish dish choices.”

Babiezbee United Kingdom
“The breakfast was lovely Ash and Deb the owners were very friendly will be booking this hotel again”

Tracy United Kingdom
“The owners were friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble and exquisite views of the harbour and beach.”

Rowena United Kingdom
“The location could not be bettered. Really lovely and unusual. Great view taking the best advantage of the setting. Very charming and hospitable host.”

Caryl United Kingdom
“We stayed in the Fowey suite. The bed and bedding were very comfy. The view from the balcony was fab. Breakfast and afternoon tea and scones were all delicious. ”

Lesley Canada

One of our top picks in Looe.Facing the beachfront in Looe, The Watermark features a bar and a shared lounge.

At the guesthouse, rooms include a closet and a flat-screen TV. Each room is equipped with an electric tea pot, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while some rooms are equipped with a balcony and some have river views.

The Watermark offers a continental or buffet breakfast.

Cycling is among the activities that guests can enjoy near the accommodation.

The nearest airport is Newquay Airport, 38 miles from The Watermark.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Looe! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Looe! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.2 for two-person stays.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free WiFi
Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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An Inside Look at The Watermark

The Watermark is situated in quiet West Looe overlooking the sandy family friendly beach,town &n fishing harbour of Looe & commands panoramic views over the famous Banjo Pier.It is the perfect place for a holiday or break by the sea in Cornwall. We offer double and family rooms. All our bed and breakfast rooms are ensuite and stylishly furnished to a high standard and all have sea views. Four of our B&B rooms have private balconies where you can relax and take in the breathtaking views A hearty award winning Cornish breakfast is served to start off your day. A complimentary homemade Cornish cream tea is served to guests each afternoon in the dining room. There is also an honesty bar so that you can sample a local ale or cider or a refreshing glass of wine in the lounge area while enjoying some of the best sea views in the West Country There is free on site parking- a bonus in itself here in Looe!! The bridge which crosses the river into the town and main beach is a short walk down from The Watermark.

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Area Info – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

St Catherines Castle
8.6 miles
Restormel Castle
10.8 miles
Lanhydrock
11.3 miles
Eden Project
12.9 miles
Cathedral Church of St Mary and St Boniface
13.3 miles
Plymouth Argyle Home Park Football Stadium
13.3 miles
Plymouth Pavilions
13.4 miles
Plymouth Hoe
13.8 miles
Plymouth University
13.8 miles
The School Of Marine Science and Engineering
13.9 miles

Restaurants & Markets

Co Op Supermarket
0.5 miles
Old Sail Loft Restaurant
0.8 miles
Papa Ninos Restaurant
0.8 miles
Smugglers Cott Restaurant
0.8 miles
Zute Cocktail Bar Cafe/Bar
0.8 miles
Daisy's Cafe Cafe/Bar
0.8 miles
The Old Salutation Pub Cafe/Bar
0.8 miles

Natural Beauty

West Looe River River
0.1 miles
Sea Ocean/Sea
0.1 miles

Beaches in the Neighborhood

Hannafore Mixed sand
Swimming, Watching the Sunset

1,300 feet

Closest Airports

Newquay Airport
25 miles
Exeter International Airport
52.9 miles
Land's End Airport
56.3 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“The area was great only a 10 min walk to main pubs and restaurants where there was plenty to choose from Room was lovely with big balcony and great bed and lo...”

Gill

United Kingdom

“A warm and friendly place with wonderful breakfasts while enjoying an outstanding view over the beach. Perfectly placed for walking into Looe and Polperro.”

United Kingdom

“Amazing location, amazing hotel. Really friendly with lots of advice on where to visit and we were made to feel really welcome. Plus the free cream tea in the a...”

Gillian

United Kingdom

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1:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Check-out

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

This guesthouse does not accommodate children.

No cribs are available

No extra beds are available

The Watermark accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The Fine Print

The Watermark is located over 3 floors and does not have elevator access.

Car parking is on the top floor and breakfast is served on the ground floor. Every effort will be made to those guests with special needs.

Please inform The Watermark of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Staff9.9
Facilities9.1
Cleanliness9.5
Comfort9.3

Value for money9.1
Location9.7
Free WiFi 10

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“The Watermark was a great place to stay with very accommodating hosts, fantastic views from the rooms and the lounge area. Wonderful breakfast with local products and complimentary cream tea with home cooked scones! We loved our short stay and will be back :-)”

Sally

“I booked this stay for my Son and girlfriend who video-called me to show me how lovely it was. They recommended that I stay there too. Great communication from the hosts too.”

Tracey

“We stayed in the Fowey suite. The bed and bedding were very comfy. The view from the balcony was fab. Breakfast and afternoon tea and scones were all delicious. Hosts were friendly and helpful but not intrusively so.”

Lesley

Canada

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Newest Reviews for The Watermark

Reviewed: May 22, 2019

Ralph
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Fantastic views & very friendly & helpful staff. Excellent breakfast. We certainly will be back.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 16, 2019

Tracey
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Triple Room with Sea View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
N/a
I booked this stay for my Son and girlfriend who video-called me to show me how lovely it was. They recommended that I stay there too. Great communication from the hosts too.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 6, 2019

Jr
United Kingdom
7.9

“OK nothing special.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Triple Room with Sea View
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bed extremely uncomfortable, noisy, uneven and bouncy floorboards (wardrobe and chest of draws) actually shake /move as you walk past it.(West looe room) Very steep interior stairs.
Friendly staff, good quality breakfast

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: April 29, 2019

Mike
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Ideal situation on the better side of Looe. Nice comfortable room with sea view! Lots of breakfast if you're hungry. Well done Ash and Debbie. Thanks Mike and Jennifer.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 28, 2019

Albert
United Kingdom
9.2

“Relaxing and enjoyable”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Access is very tight for larger cars, but this is explained on the booking form, stairs inside are steep, but this goes with the location and build period in the area
The view was to die for, daily cream tea was lovely touch, owners were very friendly

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 17, 2019

Babiezbee
United Kingdom
Age group: 25 – 34
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Triple Room with Sea View
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Staff is friendly and kindly. The room is tidy and clean. Breakfast is good and there are fish dish choices.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 15, 2019

Tracy
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
- • Stayed 2 nights
N/A
The breakfast was lovely Ash and Deb the owners were very friendly will be booking this hotel again

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 14, 2019

Rowena
United Kingdom
10

“Delightful”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Triple Room with Sea View
- • Stayed 1 night
The owners were friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble and exquisite views of the harbour and beach.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 12, 2019

Caryl
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Triple Room with Sea View
- • Stayed 1 night
All was great, no negative feedback
The location could not be bettered. Really lovely and unusual. Great view taking the best advantage of the setting. Very charming and hospitable host.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 7, 2019

Lesley
Canada
10

“The Watermark was a wonderful home away from home from which to explore this beautiful area.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Wifi signal was quite weak but that was probably a blessing! Hot/cold water mix in shower was a bit fussy until you got the hang of it.
We stayed in the Fowey suite. The bed and bedding were very comfy. The view from the balcony was fab. Breakfast and afternoon tea and scones were all delicious. Hosts were friendly and helpful but not intrusively so.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 3, 2019

Diane
United Kingdom
10

“Brilliant well worth a stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Everything. It had the wow factor. The owners are amazing couldn't do enough for you. Would definitely recommend it and will certainly book again

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: April 2, 2019

Becky
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great location, beautiful views from the balcony! Ash was an incredible host and couldn’t do enough to help! Will most definitely be back again!

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 30, 2019

Steve
United Kingdom
10

“Great place, great location and great staff - in summary: GREAT”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Triple Room with Sea View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Excellent hospitality from the owners - would certainly book and stay in future.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 26, 2019

Tina
United Kingdom
10

“Amazing.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There was nothing to dislike.
The Watermark was one of the best guest houses I have stayed in. Extremely friendly and immaculately clean. Breakfast was lovely, and the views from all windows was amazing.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 26, 2019

Trevor
United Kingdom
8.3

“We had a lovely few days in Looe and loved the watermark l just found the hill to much for me.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Triple Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The shower head needs updating and the mattress could do with updateing to to soft . And l found the hill a bit of a struggle
The view and the owners and the Cornish breakfast .

Stayed in March 2019

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	Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View 1 king bed	Show prices
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	Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View 1 queen bed	Show prices
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	Double Room with Balcony and Sea View 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This double room has a balcony, private entrance and electric kettle. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Hairdryer • Balcony • Radio • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • View • Hardwood or parquet floors • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • Towels/Sheets (extra fee) • Wardrobe or closet • Ocean view • Landmark view • River view • Towels • Linens • Outdoor furniture • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Triple Room with Balcony 1 twin bed and 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This triple room has a balcony, electric kettle and sea view. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Safe • TV • Hairdryer • Balcony • Radio • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • View • Hardwood or parquet floors • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • iPod dock • Towels/Sheets (extra fee) • Wardrobe or closet • Ocean view • Landmark view • River view • Towels • Linens • Outdoor furniture • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Standard Triple Room with Sea View 1 twin bed and 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This triple room features a sea view, electric kettle and tea/coffee maker. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Safe • TV • Hairdryer • Radio • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • View • Hardwood or parquet floors • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • Towels/Sheets (extra fee) • Wardrobe or closet • Ocean view • Landmark view • River view • Towels • Linens • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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