The Best Hotels to Book in Plymouth, UK
If you’re into anything maritime-related, then Plymouth should be your first port of call. Steeped in the rich – and regularly questionable – history of the British Empire, the Ocean City has been the starting point for many adventures, from the pilgrim fathers leaving for the New World, to expeditions to the South Pacific. There are plenty of places to stay in this popular Devon destination, from luxury accommodation to boutique boltholes – choose from among these top hotels in Plymouth, all bookable with Culture Trip.
1. Imperial Plymouth, for a wallet-friendly stay
Guesthouse
Just two minutes away from the Plymouth Hoe, this imposing yet welcoming 19th-century building houses light, modern and spacious accommodation. The rooms are all shapes and sizes, so you can be sure to find one that suits you down to the ground. The hotel shares facilities such as a pool and sauna with the nearby Crowne Plaza, plus the breakfast is generous and comes with veggie and gluten-free options.
2. The Grosvenor, for a city centre location
Budget Hotel
A grand, spacious offering with a quirky twist, the Grosvenor is situated on the Plymouth Hoe, close to stunning views of Plymouth Sound, and yards from the bustling city centre. The rooms are spacious and modern, with a continental or cooked breakfast included in the price. Downstairs, there’s a fully stocked bar, and a drawing room to sip on some local gin before going to the theatre.
3. New Continental Hotel, for fitness fanatics
Budget Hotel
This imposing Grade II-listed Victorian hotel is in the city centre, so every facet of Plymouth is within reach. You’ll have free access to the hotel’s health club, which boasts an indoor pool, sauna and steam room, as well as a well-equipped, air-conditioned gym with personal trainers on hand. The rooms themselves have the grand proportions you’d expect of a Victorian building, and are clean, comfortable and traditionally furnished.
5. Residence One, for a personal touch
Boutique Hotel
Tasteful and elegant, this boutique B&B, once home to a Navy Admiral, has 14 individually styled bedrooms in the heart of Plymouth. Rooms come with a power shower and luxury toiletries, lovingly restored period fixtures and fittings, and the usual tea and coffee. It’s called a bed and breakfast, but there is also a dinner, bed and breakfast package available, as Bistrot Pierre is just a short stroll from your bedroom.
6. The Tudor Guest House, for a welcoming B&B
Guesthouse, Bed and Breakfast
Sink back on a plush leather sofa in the first-floor family room of this B&B; views from the bay window stretch down to the beach. Twins, singles and doubles are available, with a beige-and-white aesthetic offset by pine furniture and colourful paintings of Plymouth sights. Artwork depicting the local coast also adorns the breakfast room, where the daily menu ranges from a full English to vegan options. Hoe Park, with its iconic lighthouse and seafront lido, is right next door.
7. The Duke of Cornwall Hotel, for Victorian grandeur
Luxury
The first luxury hotel in Plymouth opened in 1863 and is still impressing guests with its muscular Gothic exterior, Grade II-listed stairway and grand, wood-panelled hallways. Couples can book one of the most romantic experiences in town – afternoon tea for two at the top of the building’s iconic tower, taking in coastal and countryside views as a private butler serves up a decadent array of sandwiches, cakes and scones. Bag the Reynolds Suite for exclusive use of the tower.
8. The George Inn, for a cosy night’s sleep
Hotel
A pit stop for weary travellers since the 1600s, this coaching inn on the old Plymouth-Exeter road offers five whitewashed doubles, with country views through sash windows and pops of colour from curtains, bedspreads and cushions. Wander downstairs to eat, setting yourself up with a full English and finishing the day by the fireplace with a pint of ale and a rib-sticking pie of the week (served with mash or chips, gravy and veg). Plymouth city centre is a 25-minute drive away.
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