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4- and 5-star hotels in Tintagel
A shortlist of the 4- and 5-star hotels and self-catering stays in Tintagel, from the village centre to Trebarwith Strand. It is for couples, families and walkers who want top-rated places near the castle and coast path.
Staying in Tintagel
Tintagel is a village on the north Cornwall coast, famous for its association with the legend of King Arthur and for the ruins of Tintagel Castle, a medieval castle on a dramatic coastal headland. The main village holds the highest concentration of hotels, pubs and shops, all within walking distance of the castle and the coast path, and the South West Coast Path passes through it.
The hotels on this shortlist sit in and around that village. The Avalon is on Atlantic Road, King Arthur's Arms Inn and Rosefern are on Fore Street and Kays Mews in the village itself, and 1 Jubilee Cottage and Chi Prenn Byhan are a short distance out at Treknow and Bossiney Bay. Further south, Port William Inn and The Mill House Inn stand at Trebarwith Strand, and Beach Hut lies at Tintagel. It suits couples and families on a short break, walkers using the coast path, and guests who want free car parking and a base for exploring by car.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
The Avalon
Atlantic Road, Tintagel, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereFor a 5-star base 0.6 km from the centre of Tintagel, The Avalon pairs a restaurant and bar with a garden and terrace for slow evenings. Guests rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 101 reviews. Free wifi and free car parking are included, and coffee is on hand. Suits couples and small groups who want dining and drinks on site while staying within easy reach of the village.
See The AvalonBeach Hut
Tintagel, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereBeach Hut is a 5-star holiday home 2.4 km from Tintagel with the beach nearby, making it a natural fit for seaside days. A full kitchen with oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator and washing machine covers longer stays, and the garden adds outdoor space. Pets are allowed, and free car parking is provided. Suits families, pet owners and self-catering guests who prefer space and quiet over a hotel room.
See Beach HutRosefern
10 Kays Mewsfore Street, Tintagel, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereRosefern sits 0.3 km from Tintagel's centre, a 5-star property with a jacuzzi and a garden for unwinding after a day out. The kitchen includes a dishwasher, and free wifi plus free car parking are provided. A cot is available, and pets are welcome. Suits couples wanting a central, self-catering stay with a hot tub, and families travelling with a baby or a dog.
See Rosefern1 Jubilee Cottage
Treknow, Tintagel, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereSet in Treknow, 1.6 km from Tintagel, this 5-star cottage brings a fireplace and a garden, with the beach nearby. The kitchen has a dishwasher and microwave, and free car parking is available. Pets are allowed, and a cot is provided, while golf and fishing are within reach. Suits families and dog owners wanting a coastal self-catering base with room to spread out.
See 1 Jubilee CottageKing Arthur's Arms Inn
Fore Street, Tintagel, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Pool bar
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereKing Arthur's Arms Inn is a 4-star option 0.4 km from the centre, with bars and a restaurant on site and a patio to sit out on. Guests rate it 4.4 out of 5 from 3400 reviews. Family rooms, wheelchair accessibility and free car parking make it practical; pets are allowed too. Suits visitors who want to be in the middle of Tintagel with food, drink and a warm welcome close at hand.
See King Arthur's Arms InnPort William Inn
Trebarwith Strand, Tintagel, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereAt Trebarwith Strand, 2.3 km from Tintagel, Port William Inn is a 4-star inn with sea views, a restaurant and a bar, and the beach nearby. Breakfast is served, and the terrace is a spot to take in the coast. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, and pets are allowed. Suits couples and walkers who want a coastal pub stay with dinner and a sea outlook.
See Port William InnChi Prenn Byhan
Bossiney Bay Holiday Park Bossiney Lodge 10, Tintagel, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereChi Prenn Byhan is a 4-star lodge at Bossiney Bay Holiday Park, 0.8 km from Tintagel, with a jacuzzi and a garden. Guests rate it a full 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews. The beach is nearby, the kitchen includes an oven, microwave and dishwasher, and free car parking is available. Pets are allowed. Suits self-catering guests who want a hot tub, quiet grounds and the coast close by.
See Chi Prenn ByhanThe Mill House Inn
Trebarwith Stand, Tintagel, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThe Mill House Inn is a 4-star inn at Trebarwith Strand, 2.0 km from Tintagel, with a restaurant and bar, a garden and a terrace, and the beach nearby. Family rooms are available, as are darts and a golf course for spare hours. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, and pets are allowed. Suits families and groups who want dining and outdoor space on the coast.
See The Mill House Inn
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Avalon | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 0.6 km |
| Beach Hut | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 2.4 km |
| Rosefern | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 0.3 km |
| 1 Jubilee Cottage | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 1.6 km |
| King Arthur's Arms Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 0.4 km |
| Port William Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 2.3 km |
| Chi Prenn Byhan | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 0.8 km |
| The Mill House Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 2.0 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
King Arthur's Arms Inn offers family rooms, cots, high chairs and special diets, and sits on Fore Street 0.4 km from the centre. The Mill House Inn also has family rooms and cots at Trebarwith Strand. Beach Hut is a 5-star house with a kitchen, washing machine and garden.
Closest to the centre
Rosefern on Kays Mews is 0.3 km from the centre, King Arthur's Arms Inn on Fore Street is 0.4 km, and The Avalon on Atlantic Road is 0.6 km.
Pets welcome
Pets are allowed at Beach Hut, Rosefern, 1 Jubilee Cottage, King Arthur's Arms Inn, Port William Inn, Chi Prenn Byhan and The Mill House Inn. They range from village inns to self-catering cottages with gardens, so dogs are covered whether you want a bar and restaurant or your own kitchen.
Beach Hut · Rosefern · 1 Jubilee Cottage · King Arthur's Arms Inn · Port William Inn · Chi Prenn Byhan
Top guest ratings
Chi Prenn Byhan holds a 5.0 rating from 5 reviews, The Avalon 4.7 from 101 reviews, and King Arthur's Arms Inn 4.4 from 3400 reviews. The first two are 5-star, the third a 4-star inn with the largest body of guest feedback on this list.
Where to stay in Tintagel
Treknow
A village to the south of Tintagel, set slightly inland, with a handful of guesthouses and easy access to the coast path and Trebarwith Strand. 1 Jubilee Cottage sits here, a 5-star cottage with a fireplace, garden and free car parking, 1.6 km from the centre and a good base for walkers heading down to the strand.
Our picks here: 1 Jubilee Cottage
Trebarwith Strand
A coastal valley about a mile south of Tintagel, known for its beach and a few places to stay, popular with surfers and walkers. Port William Inn and The Mill House Inn both stand here, each with a bar and restaurant, pets allowed and free car parking, around 2.0 to 2.3 km from the village centre.
Our picks here: Port William Inn
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Tintagel is in north Cornwall, about 20 miles north of Bodmin and 5 miles from Camelford. By car, take the A39 Atlantic Highway to Camelford, then the B3266 and B3263 to Tintagel. There is no railway station in Tintagel; the nearest mainline station is Bodmin Parkway, about 20 miles away, with taxi or bus connections. Local bus services link Tintagel with Camelford, Boscastle and Bude. Once in the village, most attractions are within walking distance, but a car is useful for exploring the wider area. The South West Coast Path passes through Tintagel, providing walking access to nearby coves and villages.
When to go
The best time to visit Tintagel is from late spring to early autumn, when the weather is mildest and the days are longest. July and August are the busiest months, especially around the castle. May, June and September often offer pleasant conditions with fewer crowds. Winter can be wet and windy, and some attractions may have reduced opening hours. Visitors should be prepared for changeable weather at any time of year, with rain and wind possible even in summer.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Tintagel?
Rosefern on Kays Mews is closest, 0.3 km from the centre, followed by King Arthur's Arms Inn on Fore Street at 0.4 km and The Avalon on Atlantic Road at 0.6 km.
Do the hotels have free parking?
Yes. Free car parking is listed at The Avalon, Beach Hut, Rosefern, 1 Jubilee Cottage, King Arthur's Arms Inn, Port William Inn, Chi Prenn Byhan and The Mill House Inn. Parking is available at all of them, which is useful since a car helps in this part of north Cornwall.
Can I bring a dog?
Pets are allowed at Beach Hut, Rosefern, 1 Jubilee Cottage, King Arthur's Arms Inn, Port William Inn, Chi Prenn Byhan and The Mill House Inn. That covers village stays, cottages with gardens and the two inns at Trebarwith Strand.
Which hotels are best for families?
King Arthur's Arms Inn has family rooms, cots and high chairs, and The Mill House Inn also lists family rooms and cots. Beach Hut and 1 Jubilee Cottage suit families wanting a whole house with kitchen, washing machine and garden.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
Chi Prenn Byhan has a 5.0 rating from 5 reviews, the highest on this shortlist. The Avalon follows with 4.7 from 101 reviews, then King Arthur's Arms Inn with 4.4 from 3400 reviews.
Are there hotels with a restaurant or bar?
The Avalon lists a restaurant and bar, King Arthur's Arms Inn has a bar, restaurant and pool bar, and both Port William Inn and The Mill House Inn have bars and restaurants. The self-catering properties instead provide kitchens.
Do any have a hot tub or jacuzzi?
Jacuzzi is listed at Rosefern on Kays Mews in Tintagel Village and at Chi Prenn Byhan at Bossiney Bay Holiday Park. Both are 5-star and 4-star self-catering properties respectively, with parking and non-smoking rooms.
Which places are near the beach?
Port William Inn and The Mill House Inn at Trebarwith Strand, Beach Hut and 1 Jubilee Cottage all list a beach nearby. Trebarwith Strand is known for its beach and is popular with surfers and walkers.