The Lizard

Travel Guide

A person standing on a sandy beach between rocky formations, looking out at the ocean.
A rugged coastline with rocky cliffs, green grassy areas, and turbulent ocean waves.
A coastal village with clear waters, boats, and houses on a hillside.
A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs and grassy hills.
A coastal landscape with a boat on the water, rocky cliffs, and green hills.
Cast off and set sail around The Lizard. Feel the refreshing sea breeze tousling your hair as you soak up those sensational views.

You'll have sightseeing choices galore when spending time in Cornwall. The Lizard is a good place to start here, but there are many other worthy attractions to check out. Maenporth Beach, Swanpool Beach, and Trebah Gardens are near the inlet along the shoreline and and will cap off your day nicely.

Polurrian on the Lizard

Polurrian on the Lizard

4 out of 5
Polurrian Road Helston England
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Helston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (478 reviews)
"We absolutely loved the location! The gardens were beautiful and we lived sitting in the chairs overlooking the ocean. So many outdoor places to relax. The pool was fun for our daughter. The food at the restaurant was lacking though which is tough because there aren't any other options close by. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

Polurrian on the Lizard
Mullion Cove Hotel & Spa

Mullion Cove Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Mullion Cove, Cliff Road Helston England
$246 nightly
The price is $295 total per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
$295 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Helston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (124 reviews)
"Excellent stay , stayed for 2 nights lovely room and great sea view The food was fantastic had an evening meal which was very good quality . The breakfast was of a very good standard and tasted good The spa and pool area were amazing as were very lucky to have lovely weather which helped would definitely ..."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

Mullion Cove Hotel & Spa
Hotel Meudon

Hotel Meudon

4 out of 5
Mawnan Smith Falmouth England
$166 nightly
The price is $199 total per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
$199 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Falmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (200 reviews)
"Staff were super nice, gardens were amazing. Breakfast was excellent. Parking available. Nice location close to Falmouth, but very rural feel. Seaview is very limited in general from this property but lovely gardens make up for this. My father is in his 80s and managed ok, but to say this property ..."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

Hotel Meudon
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Beautiful cottage with sea views and private beach access

Beautiful cottage with sea views and private beach access

Helston Cornwall
Stay at this cottage in Helston. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Passage Cove and Budock Vean Golf Course are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews)
"House was fabulous- the new kitchen and downstairs shower room are light and modern, the living room was really cosy, and beds were comfy. A great location too, right on the Helford River."

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025

Beautiful cottage with sea views and private beach access
Woodpeckers, a comfortable modern house, set in beautiful, tranquil gardens.

Woodpeckers, a comfortable modern house, set in beautiful, tranquil gardens.

Falmouth England
Stay at this vacation home in Falmouth. Enjoy a fitness center and patios. Popular attractions Swanpool Beach and Maenporth Beach are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
"Beautiful accommodation, way nicer than the pictures show! Lots of useful things supplied, teapot, cafetiere...everything you may need! Loved staying here so much, and will absolutely book again if I get the opportunity 10/10"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

Woodpeckers, a comfortable modern house, set in beautiful, tranquil gardens.
Pebble Cottage, Pendra Loweth

Pebble Cottage, Pendra Loweth

Goldenbank England
Stay at this cottage in Falmouth. Enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Maenporth Beach and Swanpool Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at the cottage. It was immaculate when we arrived, and everything was well organized. Clear and comprehensive instructions were provided, which made settling in easy and stress-free. Communication with the host was quick, friendly, and efficient throughout our stay. The attention ..."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

Pebble Cottage, Pendra Loweth
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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