Lodges in Cornwall

Picture the steam curling off your hot tub as the sun sinks into the Atlantic, with sandy feet, a Cornish pasty supper and the sound of the surf drifting up from the cove below. That's what people come back for, year after year. Lodges in Cornwall put you within easy reach of about 300 miles of coast path, the Eden Project, Tintagel and harbours like Padstow and Looe, then give you a quiet deck, a log burner and room to spread out at the end of the day.

Cornwall is long and thin, so where you stay matters.

We've selected six real parks from our own listings, spread from the Lizard to Looe and up to Tintagel. Then we've added which coast suits you, what you get inside a lodge, the dog rules on the beaches and when to go.

Lodges in Cornwall with hot tubs: six parks we'd book

All six of these Cornwall lodges list hot tubs and welcome dogs. Drive times are from Truro, Cornwall's only city, which sits roughly in the middle. Tap a column to sort them.

Short on time? Here's our pick for each kind of trip.

• Surf, beaches and lively evenings: Piran Meadows, near Newquay
• Rainy day back up for the kids: Gwel an Mor, with an indoor pool and soft play
• Peace and quiet for two: St Mabyn, with no noisy facilities at all
• A big family get-together: Tregoad Park, sleeping up to 18
• Coast path walks with the dog: Mullion Cove or Bossiney Bay

Piran Meadows Resort, near Newquay

Driving Distance: About 22 minutes (15.4 miles) | Sleeps: Up to 12 | Hot tubs? Yes | Pet friendly? Yes

This former Best in Britain award winner sits in open countryside a short drive from Newquay, Britain's surf capital, with its eleven beaches. Back on site there's a stylish bar and restaurant, plus everything from archery to pottery painting and pool-based activities to keep the kids busy. The biggest lodges sleep 12, which is ideal for a few families or a group of friends sharing.

Gwel an Mor, above Portreath

Driving Distance: About 26 minutes (14.9 miles) | Sleeps: Up to 8 | Hot tubs? Yes | Pet friendly? Yes | Indoor pool? Yes

Rain forecast? Not a problem here.

The resort looks over the fishing village of Portreath, where the sandy beach is good for kayaking and surfing lessons. On site you'll find an indoor heated pool, sauna, steam room, the Wellbeing Spa, a fishing lake and Basecamp, an indoor climbing and soft play centre. The Terrace Restaurant serves cream teas with a stunning sea view.

Mullion Cove Coastal Retreat, on the Lizard

Driving Distance: About 36 minutes (24 miles) | Sleeps: Up to 8 | Hot tubs? Yes | Pet friendly? Yes | Fishing

Tucked among trees above the tiny harbour at Mullion Cove, where a handful of fishing boats still work, these lodges are close to Lizard Point, the most southerly tip of mainland Britain. Many have a private outdoor hot tub and stylish, modern interiors. Walk the cliff path in the morning. Then drive to Helston and Porthleven for lunch, and come back to relax in the hot tub as the light goes.

St Mabyn Lodge Escape, between Wadebridge and Bodmin

Driving Distance: About 42 minutes (29.1 miles) | Sleeps: Up to 4 | Hot tubs? Yes | Pet friendly? Yes | Fishing

There's no clubhouse and no entertainment. That's the point.

Stylish lodges with spacious decks sit on the edge of a sleepy village, with a view over the countryside, and you can add a private hot tub when you book. Dogs stay free! Padstow, Rick Stein's harbour town, is a short drive away, and so is the Camel Trail for a flat bike ride along the estuary.

Tregoad Park, outside Looe

Driving Distance: About 57 minutes (42.8 miles) | Sleeps: Up to 18 | Hot tubs? Yes | Pet friendly? Yes | Indoor pool? Yes

Looking for room for a large group? This five star holiday park has accommodation sleeping up to 18, with beautiful valley views out towards Millendreath Bay. There's an indoor heated pool with a sauna and steam room, the Stargazy Bar and Grill, woodland trails round the wildlife lakes and a dedicated dog walking area. Kids can join the Adventure Rangers for bushcraft by the lakes, and Looe is just down the road.

Bossiney Bay, near Tintagel

Driving Distance: About 59 minutes (39.9 miles) | Sleeps: Up to 6 | Hot tubs? Yes | Pet friendly? Yes | Near a beach

A small, relaxing park in a valley a few minutes from a sandy bay, and just 5 minutes from Tintagel. It's a great base to explore the north coast. The land around the park is part of a National Landscape (what used to be called an AONB), with National Trust coast, Boscastle harbour and the cliffs at Port Isaac all close by.

You'll find more holiday lodges available on our hot tub lodges page, where you can filter by dates and group size.

What do you get in a Cornwall lodge?

Most lodges are single storey, with open-plan living space, a fully equipped kitchen and glass doors onto the decking. Expect two to four bedrooms, usually a double plus a twin, and often an en-suite as well as the family bathroom. Parking is normally right outside.

The extras are what you pay for.

Luxury lodges add a private hot tub, a log burner and sometimes a spa or pool on the park. Check what's included before you book, as hot tubs and dog fees can change from one lodge to the next on the same site.

Where's the best area for lodge holidays in Cornwall?

From Truro you're about an hour from either end of the county, so pick the area first and plan your days out around it.

North coast: surf, big beaches and Padstow

Newquay, Watergate Bay, Perranporth and Polzeath face the Atlantic, so the waves are bigger and great for surfing. It's the busiest coast in August, with surf schools, beach cafes and the Boardmasters festival at Watergate Bay. Further up, Tintagel, Boscastle and Port Isaac are quieter, with high cliffs and tiny harbours. Bude, right on the Devon border, has a sea pool for safe swimming. Our guides to lodges near Padstow and lodges near Tintagel go into more detail.

South coast: harbours, creeks and calmer water

Looe, Polperro, Fowey and Mevagissey sit on the gentler side, with sheltered coves, boat trips and crab lines off the quay that young children love. It's the perfect coast for families with little ones. The Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan are both here too. Have a look at lodges near Looe if this sounds like your kind of trip.

West Cornwall and the Lizard: St Ives, the Minack and Land's End

Golden sand, turquoise water and art galleries draw people to St Ives, while the Minack Theatre, St Michael's Mount and Land's End are all within half an hour of Penzance. The Lizard is wilder and quieter. It's a long way from the A30, so stay at least four nights. See lodges near St Ives for parks at the far end.

Bodmin Moor and mid Cornwall

Log cabins on the edge of the moor tend to be cheaper and quieter, and you're within 30 minutes of both coasts. Rough Tor and Brown Willy, the highest points in Cornwall, make a cracking morning's walk.

Days out from your Cornwall lodge

These are the most popular days out, and most are worth booking ahead in summer.

Day out	Area	Good to know
Eden Project	Near St Austell	Tickets are cheaper online than on the door. Biomes open 30 minutes after the ticket desks
Tintagel Castle	North coast	Timed tickets, 15% off when you book ahead. The footbridge can close in high winds
Camel Trail	Padstow to Bodmin	18.3 miles, nearly flat. Bike hire in Padstow, Wadebridge and Bodmin
St Michael's Mount	Marazion	Walk the causeway at low tide or take the boat. Pre-book, as no tickets are sold at the entrance
Minack Theatre	Porthcurno	Open-air cliff theatre. Book visits and shows ahead at busy times
Lost Gardens of Heligan	Near Mevagissey	Open every day except Christmas Day

Don't forget the coast path. It runs right round Cornwall, split into 26 stages of 6 to 14 miles, and you can access it for an hour from almost any beach car park. Parking at the busiest coves fills up early in August.

Bringing the dog: Cornwall's beach rules

Every park in our top six welcomes dogs, and you'll find plenty more on our pet friendly lodges page. Just check the beach before you set off.

Cornwall Council restricts dogs on around 46 beaches in summer. On most of them, dogs are not allowed between 10am and 6pm from 1 July to 31 August, and on Blue Flag and Seaside Award beaches the rules run longer, from 15 May to 30 September. Three wildlife areas around the Hayle estuary are off limits all year. Outside those times, and on hundreds of other beaches, dogs are welcome, so you can enjoy a lodge holiday in Cornwall with the dog all through spring and autumn.

When's the best time to visit Cornwall?

Late May, June and September are the sweet spot for most people: long days, warm sea, quieter roads and every attraction open. August is busiest.

Cheap lodges in Cornwall: how to make your money go further

The cheapest weeks are November to March outside half term, and short breaks of three or four nights often cost much less than a full week.

Sharing helps most. A lodge sleeping eight split between two families can work out cheaper per person than a pair of small ones, and you get one big deck and one hot tub between you.

Book attractions online too, as the Eden Project and Tintagel both charge less in advance.

What to pack for a Cornwall lodge break

Tick these off as you pack.

Cornwall lodge FAQs

Which Cornwall lodges have hot tubs?

All six parks above offer hot tubs. Not every lodge on every park has one, so pick a hot tub lodge when you book.

Are dogs allowed on Cornwall's beaches?

On most beaches, yes. Around 46 have summer rules, mostly 10am to 6pm from 1 July to 31 August, and Blue Flag beaches from 15 May to 30 September. Check Cornwall Council's list before you go.

Which part of Cornwall is best for a lodge break?

Go north for surf and big beaches, south for harbours and calmer water, and west for St Ives, the Minack and Land's End. Bodmin Moor puts you between both coasts.

Is Cornwall worth visiting out of season?

Yes. The coast path is quiet, beaches are open to dogs all day, and a hot tub on a cold night is hard to beat. Some cafes shut in winter, so check before you go.

Are there log cabins in Cornwall for big groups?

Yes. Tregoad Park near Looe has lodges sleeping up to 18 guests, and Piran Meadows near Newquay sleeps up to 12.

Do I need to book Cornwall attractions in advance?

For St Michael's Mount, yes, as no tickets are sold at the entrance. Tintagel Castle and the Eden Project are cheaper online, and the Minack advises booking ahead.

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