The Beachfront Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 2022. Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Hampshire. I hope you will like it!
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1 Florence Gardens Boutique Hotel and Restaurant Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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Just a 2-minute stroll from Southsea beach and 5 minutes from the South Parade Pier, Florence Gardens Boutique Hotel and Restaurant provides luxury accommodation. A mix of on and off-road parking is available, free of charge.
Each room has its own unique style and a modern en suite bathroom. Vegan friendly toiletries, tea/ coffee making facilities and free Wifi are all provided in each room.
A full à la carte cooked breakfast is served each morning indoors and outdoors (weather permitting).
The Florence Gardens Hotel offers an outdoor dining area in their garden space with woodfire grill, pizza oven including varied vegetarian and vegan options.
Florence Gardens Boutique Hotel and Restaurant is just over a mile from the Gunwharf Quays and the Dockyard. The Florence Gardens Boutique Hotel and Restaurant is around 35 minutes’ drive from the cathedral cities of Chichester and Winchester. Hayling Island and Fareham can both be reached within 13 miles. The New Forest National Park lies 35 miles to the west.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around 89 GBP.
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2 Somerset House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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The Somerset House Hotel has been restored to the original splendour of its Edwardian roots. It offers boutique rooms with free Wi-Fi and free parking, just 400 metres from Southsea Beach.
All bedrooms and bathrooms are individually designed, offering stylish and comfortable furnishings. Each room boasts a LCD TV, and vegan friendly toiletries.
A Full a la carte breakfast is served each morning. The Somerset House Hotel offers an outdoor dining area in their garden space with woodfire grill, pizza oven including varied vegetarian and vegan options.
Somerset House Boutique Hotel is the second hotel in The Mercer Collection group of boutique properties. The historic Mary Rose, HMS Victory, and HMS Warrior warships are less than 10 minutes' drive away, along with the Blue Reef Aquarium. Gunwharf Quays Shopping Centre and Portsmouth Harbour Railway Station are also less than 10 minutes' away by car.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around 89 GBP.
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3 Florence House Boutique Hotel and Restaurant Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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Situated just minutes from Southsea seafront and the centre of Portsmouth, Florence House is Portsmouth’s original boutique hotel, offering free WiFi and free parking.
All bedrooms and bathrooms are individually designed, offering stylish and comfortable furnishings. Each room boasts a LCD TV, and vegan friendly toiletries.
The Florence House Hotel offers an indoor restaurant and outdoor dining area in their garden space with woodfire grill, pizza oven and a varied menu including vegetarian and vegan options.
It is housed within a lovingly restored Edwardian house that has retained many original features. Florence House Hotel is the first hotel in The Mercer Collection group of boutique properties.
The historic Mary Rose, HMS Victory, and HMS Warrior warships are less than a 10-minute drive away, along with the Blue Reef Aquarium. Gunwharf Quays Shopping Centre and Portsmouth Harbour Railway Station are also less than 10 minutes away by car. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 84 GBP.
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4 Anglesey Hotel Gosport, United Kingdom
Hotel. Situated in Gosport, Anglesey Hotel offers beachfront accommodation 1.1 km from Stokes Bay Beach and features various facilities, such as a garden, a restaurant and a bar. The property is located 2. 1 km from Browndown Point Beach, 20 km from Port Solent and 23 km from Mary Rose Museum. The accommodation provides room service and free WiFi. At the hotel, the rooms have a desk, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Rooms come with a kettle, while selected rooms also boast a kitchenette with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. All rooms have a wardrobe. Breakfast is available each morning, and includes buffet, à la carte and continental options. Portsmouth Harbour is 23 km from Anglesey Hotel, while Ageas Bowl is 26 km from the property. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 33 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around 85 GBP.
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5 The Queens Hotel Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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The Queens Hotel is an Edwardian building just 5 minutes walk from the beach and sits opposite Southsea Common. Popular local attractions such as the Historic Dockyard, HMS Warrior and the Mary Rose are 1.5 miles from the property, whilst the Royal Navy is 2. 6 miles away. The hotel offers views across the Solent and the Isle of Wight.
Each room includes free WiFi, tea and coffee facilities, a hairdryer and TV. Some rooms feature sea views of the Solent.
The Queens Hotel offers on-site dining with views across the Solent to the Isle of Wight. A buffet breakfast is served in the elegant, Edwardian-style 1865 Restaurant which overlooks the hotel gardens. The hotel bar also offers a grill menu for guests to enjoy, which is available throughout the day.
Spinnaker Tower is less than 1 mile from the property and can be seen from the hotel bar and garden. Clarence Pier’s amusement park and Southsea’s Castle are both under a 10 minute walk from the hotel. Portsmouth and Southsea Rail Station is less than 2 miles away and the Isle of Wight Car Ferry Terminal is less than 10 minutes' drive away.
Guest review score 7.9,
rooms from around 82 GBP.
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6 Marine House Lymington, United Kingdom
Hotel. Occupying a dramatic position with stunning sea views, Marine House is set in a striking Art Deco-style building on Milford on Sea seafront. The rooms at Marine House all feature a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The en-suite bathrooms include free toiletries. Local restaurants and shops are found within a 5-minute walk from the property. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 90 GBP.
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7 Southsea Rocks Hotel Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Hotel. Set in Portsmouth, Southsea Rocks Hotel has a garden, a shared lounge and rooms with free WiFi access. The property is close to several noted attractions and around 1.9 km from Portsmouth Cathedral. Port Solent is 7 km away and HMS Warrior is 2.7 km from the hotel. National Museum of the Royal Navy is 2.9 km from the economy hotel, while HMS Victory is 3 km away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 27 km from Southsea Rocks Hotel. The hotel is a 90 minute train journey to Gatwick Airport. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 7.6, rooms from around 45 GBP.
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8 The Alverbank Hotel Gosport, United Kingdom
Hotel. The Alverbank Hotel has a restaurant, bar, a garden and terrace in Gosport. Private parking can be arranged free of charge. Guests at the hotel can enjoy a continental breakfast. Guests at The Alverbank Hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Gosport, like windsurfing and fishing. Southampton is 31 km from the accommodation, while Portsmouth is 23 km from the property. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 33 km from The Alverbank Hotel. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 105 GBP.
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9 The Old Lodge Gosport, United Kingdom
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Situated in Alverstoke, OYO The Old Lodge boasts a restaurant and a bar, along with free onsite parking.
The rooms include a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities. The en-suite bath or shower rooms have complimentary toiletries. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas.
In the mornings, OYO The Old Lodge serves an extensive breakfast menu. Guests can choose from full English breakfast, black pudding with sauté mushrooms, and poached kippers. The restaurant offers a wide range of evening meals and desserts.
Alverstoke is just 2 miles from the town of Gosport. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around 90 GBP.
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10 Ashbys Accommodation Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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Featuring a garden, Ashbys Accommodation is set in Portsmouth in the Hampshire region, 2.4 km from Mary Rose Museum and 7 km from Port Solent. Boasting a shared lounge, the guest house is close to several noted attractions, around 1. 3 km from Portsmouth Cathedral and around a 19-minute walk from Spitbank Fort. Attractions in the area include HMS Warrior, 2.1 km away, or National Museum of the Royal Navy, situated 2.3 km from the property.
All guest rooms are equipped with a bath or shower, free toiletries and a desk. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom fitted with a hair dryer, while some units at the guest house also provide guests with a seating area. All units have a wardrobe.
You can play table tennis and billiards at Ashbys Accommodation, and bike hire is available. The Ashbys Accommodation also offers indoor steam room and sauna / ice treatment as well as two outdoor hot tubs and an outdoor wood burning sauna all available to hire.
HMS Victory is 2.4 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 26 km from the property. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around 71 GBP.
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11 New Forest Retreat Shorefield Country Park Lymington, United Kingdom
Holiday park. With garden views, New Forest Retreat Shorefield Country Park is set in Lymington and has a restaurant, room service, bar, garden, terrace and children's playground. The holiday park features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. New Forest Retreat Shorefield Country Park offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and shower. A fridge and kettle are also offered. A bicycle rental service is available at the accommodation, while hiking and cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Bournemouth International Centre is 23 km from New Forest Retreat Shorefield Country Park, while Sandbanks is 32 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 21 km from the holiday park. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 8.6
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12 Heavenly Haven Lymington, United Kingdom
Holiday park. Featuring garden views, Heavenly Haven in Lymington features accommodation, free bikes, a garden, a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. Both WiFi and private parking are accessible at the holiday park free of charge. Heavenly Haven provides guests with a balcony, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and bed linen for an extra charge. The accommodation offers a children's playground. Guests at Heavenly Haven can enjoy tennis on site, or go hiking or cycling in the surroundings. Bournemouth International Centre is 23 km from the holiday park, while Sandbanks is 32 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 21 km from Heavenly Haven. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 8.7
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13 Treetop Sea Views. Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Apartment. Treetop Sea Views. Is a beachfront property set in Portsmouth, less than 1 km from Eastney Beach and a 17-minute walk from Southsea Common Beach. Featuring sea and garden views, this apartment also has free WiFi. The apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. Portsmouth Harbour is 2.7 km from the apartment, while Mary Rose Museum is 6.9 km away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 37 km from Treetop Sea Views.. Guest review score 9.2
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14 Stones Throw From The Beach - Stunning Sea View Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Apartment. Located in Portsmouth, Stones Throw From The Beach - Stunning Sea View provides city views and free WiFi, 200 metres from Eastney Beach and 1.7 km from Southsea Common Beach. Some of the units include a satellite TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, and a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Portsmouth Harbour is 3.3 km from the apartment, while Mary Rose Museum is 7.4 km away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 38 km from Stones Throw From The Beach - Stunning Sea View. Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 160 GBP.
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15 Special seafront apartment Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Apartment. Special seafront apartment is a beachfront property situated in Portsmouth, less than 1 km from Southsea Common Beach and 2 km from Eastney Beach. It has sea views and free WiFi throughout the property. Boasting a Blu-ray player, the apartment has a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave, a living room, a dining area, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. Portsmouth Harbour is 2 km from the apartment, while Mary Rose Museum is 6.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 37 km from Special seafront apartment. Guest review score 9.7
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16 Luxury 2 bed Georgian Townhouse, Old Portsmouth Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Villa. Offering free WiFi and sea views, Luxury 2 bed Georgian Townhouse, Old Portsmouth is an accommodation set in Portsmouth, just less than 1 km from Southsea Common Beach and a 14-minute walk from Portsmouth Harbour. Housed in a building dating from 18th century, the villa is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as fishing, canoeing and cycling. The villa is fitted with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with city views. Guests at the villa can enjoy hiking and windsurfing nearby, or make the most of the garden. Eastney Beach is 2.7 km from Luxury 2 bed Georgian Townhouse, Old Portsmouth, while Mary Rose Museum is 1.3 km away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 36 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 9.5
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17 The Jazz Quarters, Southsea's hidden gem. Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Apartment. The Jazz Quarters, Southsea's hidden gem. Is located in Portsmouth, 400 metres from Eastney Beach, 1.9 km from Southsea Common Beach, and 3. 1 km from Portsmouth Harbour. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, mini-golf, and free WiFi. The apartment with a terrace and garden views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchenette with a fridge and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. Guests at the apartment can enjoy fishing nearby, or make the most of the garden. Mary Rose Museum is 7.1 km from The Jazz Quarters, Southsea's hidden gem., while Port Solent is 12 km away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 38 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around 157 GBP.
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18 Southsea Royale James Bond 3 bed Cool Penthouse, seafront parking Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Apartment. Located in Portsmouth and only 300 metres from Eastney Beach, Southsea Royale James Bond 3 bed Cool Penthouse, seafront parking provides accommodation with city views, free WiFi and free private parking. Set on the beachfront, this property has a bar. The apartment features 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. At the apartment guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. If you would like to discover the area, fishing is possible in the surroundings. Southsea Common Beach is 2.1 km from Southsea Royale James Bond 3 bed Cool Penthouse, seafront parking, while Portsmouth Harbour is 3.4 km away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 38 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 121 GBP.
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19 Ashbys Deluxe Studios Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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Featuring city views, Ashbys Deluxe Studios in Portsmouth features accommodation, a garden and a shared lounge. The accommodation features a sauna.
Each unit has an equipped kitchenette, a living room with a sofa bed and flat-screen TV and private bathroom with a hairdryer and a bath. A fridge, an oven and microwave are also available, as well as a kettle.
A bicycle rental service is available at the apartment.
Southsea Common Beach is 1.2 km from Ashbys Deluxe Studios, while Eastney Beach is 1.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 37 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 9.1
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20 Southsea Royale Studio, James Bond, Parking, Seafront Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Apartment. Offering free WiFi and sea views, Southsea Royale Studio, James Bond, Parking, Seafront provides accommodation located in Portsmouth, just 300 metres from Eastney Beach. Featuring free private parking, the apartment is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as fishing, snorkelling and cycling. This apartment with city views features tiled floors, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. Southsea Common Beach is 2.1 km from the apartment, while Portsmouth Harbour is 3.4 km away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 38 km from Southsea Royale Studio, James Bond, Parking, Seafront. Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 71 GBP.
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21 Southsea Studios Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Apartment. Located in Portsmouth, 500 metres from Eastney Beach, and Southsea Common Beach reachable within 2.7 km, Southsea Studios offers free bikes, a garden and free WiFi. All units include a fully equipped kitchenette with coffee machine, a living room with a flat-screen TV and private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. There is also a fridge, minibar and a kettle. Cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Portsmouth Harbour is 3.6 km from the apartment, while Mary Rose Museum is 7.5 km away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 38 km from Southsea Studios. Guest review score 8.7
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22 Bell Tent Glamping Southampton, United Kingdom
Luxury tent. Located in Southampton, Bell Tent Glamping provides accommodation with free private parking. The luxury tent offers a children's playground. Guests at Bell Tent Glamping can enjoy hiking and cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Southampton Guildhall is 9.1 km from the accommodation, while The Mayflower Theatre is 9.3 km away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 17 km from Bell Tent Glamping. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 45 GBP.
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23 Elmside, The Luxury New Forest Retreat Southampton, United Kingdom
Holiday home. Located 23 km from The Mayflower Theatre, Elmside, The Luxury New Forest Retreat features accommodation in Southampton with access to a hot tub. This holiday home provides free private parking, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The holiday home comes with 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views. The holiday home also provides guests with a seating area as well as 4 bathrooms with a shower, a hot tub and a hairdryer. The holiday home offers a children's playground. After a day of hiking or fishing, guests can relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Southampton Guildhall is 24 km from Elmside, The Luxury New Forest Retreat, while Ageas Bowl is 38 km away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 31 km from the accommodation. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 9.0
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24 Weston Shore Southampton, United Kingdom
Apartment. Set in Southampton and only 4.9 km from Southampton Guildhall, Weston Shore offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property has river and garden views, and is 5. 2 km from The Mayflower Theatre. The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. If you would like to discover the area, fishing is possible in the surroundings. Ageas Bowl is 9.4 km from the apartment, while Port Solent is 26 km away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 15 km from Weston Shore. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 8.0
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25 Brand New Montrouge Apartments - Perfect Location!! Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Apartment. Situated 1.3 km from Eastney Beach and 1.3 km from Southsea Common Beach, Brand New Montrouge Apartments - Perfect Location! ! features accommodation in Portsmouth. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property. Each unit has an equipped kitchenette, a living room with a sofa bed and flat-screen TV and private bathroom with a hairdryer and a shower. A fridge, an oven and microwave are also available, as well as a kettle. Portsmouth Harbour is 2.5 km from the apartment, while Mary Rose Museum is 7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 37 km from Brand New Montrouge Apartments - Perfect Location!!. Guest review score 9.3
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26 Solent Retreat Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Apartment. Situated in Portsmouth, just 1.2 km from Eastney Beach, Solent Retreat features beachfront accommodation with free WiFi. This apartment is 6. 9 km from Mary Rose Museum and 12 km from Port Solent. Boasting a Blu-ray player, the apartment has a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a dishwasher, a living room, a dining area, 1 bedroom, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. Southsea Common Beach is 1.4 km from the apartment, while Portsmouth Harbour is 2.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 37 km from Solent Retreat. Guest review score 8.3
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27 Nether Oslands Lower Swanwick, United Kingdom
Apartment. Set on the river hamble Nether Oslands is a period coach house within a private residential property. The old ship inn next door offers food, there is an outdoor heated seasonal swimming pool, a shared garden and free WiFi. Featuring free private parking, the coachhouse is in an area where guests can engage in all watersports, walking, and cycling. This coachhouse with pool views features wooden floors, 1 bedroom and a bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. A Smart TV is featured with Netflix, Amazon, Sky Sports and a good movie library The coachhouse offers a continental or à la carte breakfast on request Nether Oslands offers a barbecue. Sailing, Fishing, paddle boarding and canoeing can be enjoyed on the doorstep. There are water sports rental facilities available close by. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 8.1 mi from the accommodations. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 67 GBP.
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