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Reviews of Housel Bay Hotel 4 stars

Housel Cove, Lizard, TR12 7PG, United Kingdom

#4 of 9 hotels in Lizard

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 709 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.6

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  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful place for a treat
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Roomie Country View - Twin
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didnt realize that breakfast wasnt included, and we felt £18 each was too much, as we only wanted fruit and toast. It would have been good to offer a light breakfast option at a lower cost, as we paid £18 each for very little. The prices for dinner were also high, considering it was served in a cafe style restaurant with no tablecloths or fabric napkins. The surroundings didnt feel top end, but the prices were. The food bill ended up doubling the price of our stay more or less, but there were no other options within easy walking distance

    The hotel had been recently refurbished and our room and bathroom were absolutely beautiful. The staff were lovely. The hotel had wonderful location overlooking the sea.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    10
    Stunning, amazing memories and we will be back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Partial Sea View Classic
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Choice of menu. Breakfast could have been included.

    Amazing views and location. food was delicious. Sarah and Valerie were excellent. Made our stay even more amazing. Thank you

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    8.0
    Relaxed and friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Roomie Country View - Twin
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    7.0
    I’d stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Small Double Partial Sea View Classic
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Overpriced food and wine

    Warm and cosy

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    9.0
    A delightful windswept anniversary celebration. Will hope to stay there again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Breakfast would be enhanced by better orange juice!

    Location was stunning. Dinners were great. Staff were very attentive. Breakfast was very good.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    9.0
    Good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Country View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast wasnt included. If we had booked direct with hotel it would have been.

    Lovely location. Clean room and ensuite. Comfy bed.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    8.0
    Beautiful place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautiful views, friendly staff, comfy bed and room, delicious food. Atmospheric with the sound of sea and lighthouse alarm

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    9.0
    Had a really enjoyable stay, location was amazing and views were great. Overall a really enjoyable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Country View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms were lovely and clean but they were really quite small

    The location was fantastic with such amazing views

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Ocean View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food, tad on the expensive side.

    The staff are very helpful and polite, nothing too much trouble. Spectacular views., very clean. Lovely setting.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    8.0
    Comfortable very relaxing and perfect location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was a bit dated but the hotel is going through a refurbishment.

    Location was superb for a walking vacation with magnificent views. Staff very good and food was excellent.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2024

    10
    Gorgeous hotel, great staff and views!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Partial Sea View Classic
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only slight criticism is that the rooms needed a little tlc.

    The staff were lovely, location amazing, we could have sat in the cosy room all day! Great breakfast and cocktails too!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2024

    9.0
    A lovely place to celebrate an anniversary
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night

    The weather !!

    A haven for the night. welcoming staff, comfy warm room. Excellent food.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2023

    10
    Location, staff, food, top notch!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Country View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I went for fishing off the shore. It is very windy in December! Which I should have checked but just wanted to get out of London. Nothing to do with the hotel! Just be weary, it is VERY windy that time of year so don’t plan on fishing anywhere off the shore.

    Location, character, staff, staff, staff, location, character and staff..and food was excellent! Top notch!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 December 2023

    8.0
    We had a wonderfull stay for my Husbands birthday, and made very welcome, the staff were great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Ocean View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The room was very small

    Breakfast was wonderful and the view from the dinning room was amazing

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Roomie Country View - Twin
    • Stayed 3 nights

    While our room was perfectly clean, it has perhaps seen better days.

    We loved our stay at Housel Bay Hotel. The hotel has an incredible view and the staff is extremely friendly and helpful. The facilities are very nice with a beautiful breakfast room and a comfy lounge and a bar. The breakfast and the hotel restaurant was amazing. The hotel is perfectly located for nice walks along the costal path. Can highly recommend and will come again one day!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 November 2023

    10
    It was so lovely, we didn't want to leave.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The plumbing is a little noisy.

    The views were stunning, the staff were friendly but not overbearing, the breakfast, which was included in the price was extremely high quality and the restaurant food was delicious.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 November 2023

    8.0
    Location is key
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Country View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A spa element for after those long walks

    Sitting in the garden, going for a coastal walk, not far to the Lizard point. Fantastic location, breakfast was really good, with spectacular views to add.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Miss matched furniture in the room, and very little clothing storage, , although we did read after the hotel is updating rooms at this time.

    Amazing location, great staff, excellent restaurant , and food.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 November 2023

    9.0
    Stayed for our honeymoon and was absolutely perfect, could not fault a thing. Food was delicious.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Ocean View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noise from the corridor early in the morning, a lot of slamming doors.

    Location overlooking the the cove was perfect. Staff were friendly and attentive. Room was comfortable.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2023

    9.0
    Relaxing with good food & all staff were pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Roomie Country View - Twin
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Uncomfortable seating in the restaurant.

    Location & staff

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2023

    8.0
    Very enjoyable break for my wife’s birthday.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Partial Sea View Classic
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bedroom was a little cramped. Not a problem for 2 nights but could be for a longer stay.

    Breakfast excellent. All staff we interacted with were very good. Position of hotel superb. Evening meal very good.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Country View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing we didn't like.

    The food was excellent - great choice at breakfast and dinner. The views from the Terrace restaurant were fab as was the location for getting out along the coast path. The staff were accommodating and friendly.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Panoramic View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No complaints.

    Fabulous hotel with stunning sea views from our room and the restaurant. . Great location for exploring this part of Cornwall. . Food is exceptional especially the cooked breakfasts. Staff are super friendly and cannot do enough for you. Highly recommended. Will book for next year..

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    10
    The perfect place to lounge on the Lizard
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Country View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The lampshade in the bedroom is ridiculous. It's far too big and too low and takes over the room. I also think blackout blinds for the bedroom windows would be an idea due to the lighthouse. The light didn't keep me awake but I can imagine it would keep light sleepers awake.

    Fantastic hotel. Staff are very friendly and inviting. They really can't do enough for you. The location is stunning, especially when you sit in the window in the 'snug' room. The rooms are decorated to a high standard. The restaurant serves wonderful food. It's like fine dining but in a more relaxed and comfortable environment. Breakfast was also exceptional.

    Stayed in October 2023

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