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50+ Years
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Your Trusted Coastal Retreat in Porth, Newquay Since 1972
The Whipsiderry Hotel, established in 1972, has been a cherished family-owned business for over five decades. Our iconic coastal retreat in Porth, Newquay, has provided guests with unforgettable experiences through our exceptional hospitality, award-winning cuisine, and breathtaking views of the Atlantic coastline. For generations, we have welcomed families and travelers seeking comfort, warmth, and connection to Cornwall's natural beauty. Our dedicated team, including our esteemed chef Rob with 28 years of service, has consistently delivered excellence. While we will be closing our doors permanently in Autumn 2024, we are excited to announce Whipsiderry Holiday Lodges, a new venture launching in 2027 that will continue our tradition of creating meaningful guest experiences.Throughout our history, we've prioritized personal connections, community engagement, and sustainable practices, ensuring each visitor becomes part of our extended family. Our commitment to quality and authenticity has earned us recognition as one of Cornwall's most beloved hospitality establishments. We remain grateful for the loyalty and friendships formed with our guests over the decades, which have sustained us through changing times. As we transition into this new chapter, we carry forward the values that have defined our legacy while embracing innovative approaches to modern hospitality.
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Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We've created special memories for generations of families since 1972
- Our 28-year award-winning chef delivers exceptional culinary experiences
- We offer unique access to Cornwall's coastal walks and attractions
- Our family-owned operation ensures personalized service and attention
- We're launching innovative holiday lodges based on decades of experience
Services
Coastal Accommodations
Our 52-year-old coastal hotel offered sea-view rooms with modern amenities while maintaining historic charm. Guests enjoyed direct access to Porth Beach and Cornwall's coastal paths. Each room featured contemporary comforts while preserving the building's original character and heritage.
Award-Winning Dining
Led by our 28-year resident chef, the restaurant delivered exceptional cuisine using local Cornish ingredients. The dining experience focused on seasonal menus crafted to showcase regional flavors. Our culinary excellence earned numerous accolades and repeat visits from discerning travelers.
Special Events
We hosted weddings, family celebrations, and corporate events with personalized planning services. Our coastal setting provided memorable backdrops for special occasions. The team ensured seamless execution of events for groups of various sizes.
Local Exploration
Our staff provided expert guidance for discovering Cornwall's attractions ranging from National Trust properties to coastal walking trails. We offered curated recommendations for experiencing local culture, wildlife, and historic sites near our Porth location.
Questions
Why is The Whipsiderry Hotel closing?
After 52 years as a cherished family business, we've made the difficult decision to close permanently in Autumn 2024 following careful consideration of personal and professional factors.
Will The Whipsiderry reopen under different ownership?
No, we will not be reopening in 2025 as we're pursuing our new Whipsiderry Holiday Lodges project launching in 2027 while maintaining our family connection to Porth.
What was special about The Whipsiderry's hospitality?
Our family-owned operation delivered personalized service, award-winning cuisine by Chef Rob, and created lasting memories for multiple generations of guests since 1972.
Will the new holiday lodges maintain the same service standards?
Yes, our 2027 Whipsiderry Holiday Lodges will continue our tradition of exceptional hospitality while offering modern accommodations designed for contemporary travelers' needs.
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Reviews (5)
Deedee Iv
Aug 02, 2021
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Beautiful and cozy, with a nice view towards the sea! Staff was lovely, very polite and attentive! Food was great - breakfast was included in our stay and we booked the 4 course dinner they had as an option - delicious and the price was very fair for the money. Room was very clean and comfortable and the hotel is about not even 10 min away from the beach and 5 min away from a stunning view point over the surrounding area and the sea. Highly recommended!
Amanda Bateman
Jul 15, 2020
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Amazing food, very friendly efficient staff. The 6 course evening meal is an absolute bargain at 28 per person!!
Robert Hughes
Aug 12, 2019
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Beautiful building with views to match, the hosts were extremely friendly and helpful, and the breakfasts were great, full marks.
Carole Josling
Jul 13, 2019
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Loved this place. Food was out of this world. Breakfast choices were unending. Ploughmans lunch excellent. View from the hotel amazing. Staff very friendly, room was comfortable. Badgers and foxes visiting every night was a really lovely extra.
Alistair Peebles
Jul 29, 2018
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Although classed as a three star hotel and to be fair I would agree based on my room. However you can see the potential of this hotel really going upmarket. Its a great location and has a wonderful setting. Also really nice food based on the breakfast dining. I suspect they do very good dining as well. Overall the service was excellent, room was quiet, easy to park and easy to access all the facilities in Newquay. Note check out the badgers feeding in the evening and explore the clifftops.
