Beautiful South’s hotels a Perfect 10

We do like to be beside the seaside - especially in these elegant surroundings, says LAUREN TAYLOR

- LAUREN TAYLOR

With the weather heating up, escaping to the coast to feel the sea breeze and sand beneath your toes probably feels pretty appealing right now.

These gorgeous hotels sit right on the beach, in southern areas of the UK, for top weather and pristine beaches - with rooms with sea views and immediate access to costal walks.

THURLESTONE HOTEL, DEVON

Marking 130 years under the same family ownership this year, The Thurlestone Hotel in Devon's South Hams offers impressive views out to the sea. The four-star is on the doorstep of the National Trust property South Milton Sands, a wide golden beach with rock pools, with access to South Milton Ley Nature Reserve for amazing birdlife. Hikers can take the South West Coast Path towards Hope Cove and Bantham for cliff-top views of the arch of Thurlestone Rock.

Hotel guests will find a spa, tennis courts, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a nine-hole golf course, kids’ club and gardens.

How to book: Rooms at the Thurlestone Hotel start from £230, including breakfast. thurlestone.co.uk

WATERGATE BAY HOTEL, CORNWALL