What is Bude like for travellers who love the beach?

Known for its surfing, Bude offers a lot for the traveller planning a beach getaway.

What's the best accommodation option for a beach holiday in Bude?

The Pot and Barrel is a top 5-star beachfront B&B with free breakfast and free parking, and it's located on Crooklets Beach . Other good choices to stay near the beach include the Edgcumbe and Atlantic House Hotel .

How many beach hotels should I expect to find in Bude?

Choose from one of Expedia's 31 hotels in Bude for your beachside break.

When's the best time for a beach holiday in Bude?

You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of weather throughout the year in Bude: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 15°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Bude is 959 mm.

What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Bude?

Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Bude more easily: The closest major airport is in Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall), located 33 mi (53.1 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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Beach Hotels in Bude

Known for its beaches and golf courses, Bude has a lot to offer the traveller dreaming of a beach holiday. With 27 beach hotels and other accommodation options to pick from in this seaside destination, it's a breeze to find one that meets your needs.

As you browse for a place to stay by the water in Bude, check out these top-rated beach hotels with positive customer reviews.

Beach House - 3-star guesthouse, 1-minute walk from Widemouth Bay Beach. It features free breakfast, a beach bar and a restaurant. Guests love the beach location and breakfast.

Atlantic House Hotel - 3-star hotel, 3-minute walk from Bude Beach. Our travellers recommend its beach location and proximity to shopping. This hotel boasts free cooked-to-order breakfast, free WiFi and free parking.

Ocean Breeze - 3-star apartment near Crooklets Beach. It offers free parking, in-room kitchens and TVs.

Upton Cross - 3-star bed & breakfast near Bude Beach. It features free WiFi, flat-screen TVs and in-room coffee makers.

Widemouth Manor Hotel - 3-star hotel near Widemouth Bay Beach. Our travellers recommend its helpful staff. This hotel boasts a restaurant, 2 bars/lounges and TVs.

Planning Your Trip to Bude

Good weather can be important during a beach holiday, so you can use these local temperature and rainfall averages to decide when to visit.

Hottest months: July, August, June and September, with an average temperature of 19°F
Coldest months: February, January, March and April, with an average temperature of 4°F
Driest months: April, September, May and June, with an average rainfall of 2 inches
Rainiest months: November, December, January and October, with an average rainfall of 3.75 inches

Sightseeing in and Around Bude

After arriving and checking into your hotel, you'll probably want to explore your surroundings. If you can't wait to check out the beaches, head to Bude Beach or Crooklets Beach for a relaxing day by the water. Take advantage of the area's surfing and golf courses, and make time for local attractions like Bude Castle and The Castle Bude. Other things to see and do in the area are Bude Sea Pool and Widemouth Bay Beach. Visitors also enjoy Bude for its:

Bars
Rollerskating
Historical sites

Getting around Bude

To get to Bude, book a flight to Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall), the closest major airport, which is located 33 mi (53.1 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

Frequently asked questions

After arriving and settling in at your accommodation of choice, you might want to venture out and explore. If you can’t wait to check out the beaches, head to Bude Beach or Summerleaze Beach for a relaxing day by the water. Take advantage of the area’s surfing, and make time for local attractions such as Breakwater Beach and The Castle Bude. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to South West Coast Path Section 10 Trailhead or South West Coast Path Section 11 Trailhead.

Bude Hotel Reviews

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

room very clean ,food very very good ,

A verified traveller stayed at Beach House

Posted 2 weeks ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Excellent friendly customer focused staff. Fantastic location and always spotlessly clean in the hotel

A verified traveller stayed at The Falcon Hotel

Posted 1 month ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

One of the best hotel experiences I’ve had. I can’t thank the staff at An Mor enough, from arrival to leaving the service was outstanding.

A verified traveller stayed at An Mor Hotel

Posted 1 month ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Was a hotel now named as a mguest house

A verified traveller stayed at Bude Haven Hotel

Posted 2 months ago

Expedia Verified Review

4 / 5 Good

The place was nice. Staff are very friendly. Breakfast were very tasty.

A verified traveller stayed at Upton Cross

Posted 3 months ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Great location

A verified traveller stayed at The Cliff Hotel

Posted 3 months ago

Classic Cornish pub.

5 / 5 Excellent

Wonderful spot and lovely bar. Very friendly and helpful. Clean comfy and absolutely Cornwall. Loved it.

A verified traveller stayed at The Old Wainhouse

Posted 4 months ago

Beautiful views and friendly staff

5 / 5 Excellent

Beautiful place and location. Very friendly staff and clean rooms. We enjoyed a drink with a view from the hotel. The breakfast was amazing.

A verified traveller stayed at Atlantic House Hotel

Posted 4 months ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Excellent location, very clean, staff very friendly. A shame it's so good that I couldn't book to eat there. I would prefer that they had some table available for guests. I suspect I will be staying there again in future.

A verified traveller stayed at the Edgcumbe

Posted 4 months ago

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