Best areas to stay in Looe
East Looe
The busiest side, with the beach, Banjo Pier, the Guildhall, the fish market and most pubs and restaurants, all on a tight grid of medieval lanes. Best for walking everywhere, but parking is very limited, so choose somewhere with its own parking or arrive by train (the station is on this side).
Typical stays: Guest houses, inns with rooms, holiday cottages and apartments
West Looe & Hannafore
Quieter, with harbour and Looe Island views, the Sardine Factory and the big Millpool car park. Hannafore's seafront hotels face the open sea and the coast path to Polperro. The ferry or bridge takes you to East Looe in minutes.
Typical stays: Hotels with sea views, guest houses, self-catering cottages
Polperro, Talland & Pelynt
Choose these for a village or clifftop setting 2-4 miles west, with bus and coast path links into Looe. Polperro gets very crowded by day but is lovely in the evening.
Typical stays: Country-house and boutique hotels, cottages, B&Bs
Countryside & holiday parks (St Martin, Polperro Road, Sandplace, Widegates)
Good value for families and easier parking, with pools and entertainment on the big parks. You'll need a car or bus to reach the town.
Typical stays: Holiday parks, caravans, lodges, glamping, farm B&Bs
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Places to stay in and near Looe
Hannafore Point Hotel
Marine Drive, Hannafore, West Looe PL13 2DG
A large seafront hotel with balconied sea-view rooms, an indoor pool and spa, and a panoramic restaurant serving fish from Looe market.
Check availability on Booking.comThe Watermark
Hannafore Road, West Looe PL13 2DE
A sea-facing guest house opposite Banjo Pier, with its own parking; it appears on screen as Humphrey's 'Copacabana' stopover.
Check availability on Booking.comFieldhead Hotel
Portuan Road, Hannafore, West Looe
A well-rated hotel on the hillside above Hannafore with parking, dog-friendly rooms and views across the bay.
Check availability on Booking.comThe Claremont Hotel (adults only)
Looe
An adults-only small hotel with parking and consistently high guest ratings, suited to couples.
Check availability on Booking.comTalland Bay Hotel
Porthallow, Talland, about 2 miles west
A characterful clifftop hotel above Talland Bay with gardens running toward the sea, halfway along the coast path to Polperro.
Check availability on Booking.comTrelaske Hotel & Restaurant
Polperro Road, about 2-3 miles from Looe
A countryside hotel and restaurant handy for Looe, Polperro and Duloe, with easy parking.
Check availability on Booking.comPolraen Country House
Sandplace, about 2 miles north
A country house beside Sandplace halt on the Looe Valley Line, so you can stay car-free and ride into town.
Check availability on Booking.comThe Ship Inn
Fore Street, East Looe
A pet-friendly pub with rooms in the heart of East Looe, a few steps from the Guildhall police station.
Check availability on Booking.comTencreek Holiday Park
Polperro Road, Looe PL13 2JR
The closest holiday park to Looe, with caravans to hire, touring and tent pitches, an indoor pool, a clubhouse and sea views.
Check availability on Booking.comLooe Bay Holiday Park (Parkdean Resorts)
St Martins, east of Looe PL13 1NX
A family resort with an indoor pool, nightly shows, kids' clubs and crazy golf, plus a coast-path walk into town.
Check availability on Booking.comQuay Cottage, Pentillie Estate
River Tamar, near Saltash (about 40 min drive)
Stay in the riverside cottage used as Anne Lloyd's home, beside the quay where the houseboat is moored. It's the ultimate fan base for the Tamar Valley locations.
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Choose by trip, not by star rating
East Looe puts many central streets and the beach close at hand; West Looe can suit harbour views and access towards Millpool. In either area, ask about gradients, steps, unloading and late-arrival arrangements before booking.
Questions worth asking
Confirm the exact room access, parking arrangement, cancellation terms and whether the property is a primary home, managed guest accommodation or short-term let. Never assume 'harbour view' means level access.
Book responsibly
Looe is a working community with housing pressure. Prefer established local hospitality businesses where that fits your needs, follow waste rules, and avoid blocking residential lanes.
Quick answers
Is it better to stay in East or West Looe?
Stay in East Looe if you want the beach, Banjo Pier, the Guildhall police station, pubs and the railway station on your doorstep but can manage limited parking. Choose West Looe or Hannafore for quieter sea views, easier parking near Millpool and the coast path to Polperro.
Where can I stay near the Beyond Paradise filming locations?
Anywhere in central Looe puts the police station, quay and Banjo Pier within a short walk. The Watermark guest house on Hannafore Road appears on screen, and fans can rent Quay Cottage on the Pentillie estate, which plays Anne Lloyd’s home beside the houseboat mooring.
Are there holiday parks near Looe?
Yes — Tencreek Holiday Park on the Polperro road is the closest to town, and Looe Bay Holiday Park (Parkdean Resorts) at St Martin offers pools and entertainment, with a coast path walk into Looe.