Geckos Rest, Newquay (Cornwall)

Geckos Rest - A 4-star Victorian townhouse B&B with sea views, hearty breakfasts, and free parking

Geckos Rest, a three-story Victorian-style townhouse, operates as a seasonal bed and breakfast from April to October. The property offers six room types, including superior king rooms with sea views (18m²), classic king rooms (16m²), and compact cosy king rooms (12m²). All rooms feature king-size beds, smart TVs with DVD players, free superfast WiFi, tea/coffee facilities, and hypoallergenic bedding. A full Cornish breakfast is served each morning in the dining room at Geckos Rest, using locally sourced ingredients like St Ewes eggs and Brian Etherington sausages. The guest lounge provides sea views, while the property's location on Mount Wise places it opposite Mount Wise car park, 1km from Newquay's beaches and 0.5km from Blue Reef Aquarium.

Pros

Free onsite parking for seven cars, including electric vehicle charging via Zappi chargers

Superior king rooms offer 18m² of space with sea views and fridge access

Family suite accommodates two adults and one child with separate sleeping areas

Direct bookings receive flexible rates and minimum 3-night stay options

Proximity to surf schools like Escape Surf School, located at Towan Beach

Cons

No elevator in the three-story building

Limited group bookings (maximum 4 guests across 3 rooms)