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The Headland Hotel

A Cornish Coastal Icon

Majestic and original, but never formal. Be welcomed like an old friend at The Headland, one of Cornwall’s most iconic hotels. On a dramatic cliffside overlooking Newquay’s Fistral Beach, this hotel appears grandly imposing yet its interior blends old-world charm with state-of-the-art facilities. You may also recognise it as the setting for a ’90s film that’s become a bewitching family classic.


Relaxed Luxury At Its Best

The Headland has one simple philosophy: to have all the luxurious touches of a five-star hotel (hello, Molton Brown amenities) with ‘none of the attitude’. Founded in the late 18th century and family-run since 1979, you can expect all the exquisite furnishings of a Grade II-listed, grand Victorian pile but with an easy-going, relaxed atmosphere – it’s a sanctuary where you can ‘be yourself’.


No-Expense-Spared Rejuvenation

Proudly crowned Cornwall’s most luxurious swimming centre, The Aqua Club promises ‘life-affirming’ results. Designed by Truro architects using Cornish stonework, the complex boasts a diverse selection of indoor and outdoor pools. And if you need expert care, The Headland Spa has an endless list of specialist treatments, such as their unique White Jade Massage Wave Stone and Rhassoul Mud experiences.

Did You Know?

The Headland is famed as the spellbinding setting for the 1990 film adaptation of Roald Dahl’s The Witches. Even today, the hotel reports that many curious children continue to hunt for magic mice…