Category: Travel

An Elegant Ski-Lodge Vibe & Convenient Features

We’ve stayed at Coppid Beach Hotel a few times now, and every visit has been enjoyable. From the elegant ski-lodge aesthetic to the ramp for easy access (suitcases, wheelchairs, and pushchairs rejoice), it makes a great first impression. Oh, and there’s plenty of parking, including electric chargers and disabled spaces, so no need to fight for a spot!

Lobby Luxury & Bar Comfort

Walking into the spacious lobby, you instantly feel like you’re somewhere special. It’s clean, fresh, and slightly fancy, with plush sofas, high tables, and a well-stocked bar—ideal for a pre-dinner drink or lounging about. There’s even a lovely outdoor seating area, but unfortunately, we didn’t get to enjoy it… because it was typical British weather when we visited!

The Rooms: Cozy but a Bit Dated

Check-in is at 3 PM, but both times we arrived early and were kindly allowed into our room straight away—bonus points for efficiency!

We booked a standard double, and while the beds were super comfortable, the lighting was on the dim side, making the room feel a bit dark. There’s a desk with a mirror, which sounds great—until you try to do your makeup. Ladies, prepare for a struggle because the lighting is NOT your friend. Thankfully, the bathroom mirror saves the day with bright lighting—sorry, men, but that space is ours now! 😂

Bathroom Insights

• Shower? Lovely and spacious—definitely a two-person fit 😜
• Water pressure? Great!
• Toilet brush? Non-existent (cue my partner’s horrified face 😬)
• Shampoo & shower gel? Provided, but be warned… the shampoo left my hair feeling dry. If you’ve got fussy hair like mine, bring your own!)
• Tea & coffee selection? Standard—English breakfast tea, coffee, green tea. No fruit tea or chamomile available, though, so if that’s your go-to, pack your own. Bonus: They throw in a couple of delicious biscuits! 😃

They do have rooms with a balcony and a bath, but we didn’t opt for that this time.

Oh, and each floor has stunning fish tanks—totally unexpected but such a cool feature that adds a little extra charm!

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Breakfast: Great Selection, Friendly Service

Our stay included breakfast, and the hotel offers the classic buffet—hot and continental options, all fresh and well-prepared. The staff greeted us with a warm morning welcome, making it all the more enjoyable.

Tea, coffee, and juice are included, but if you fancy a latte or cappuccino, it is an extra charge but at a fair rate. The restaurant itself is spacious, with plenty of seating, so no fighting over tables first thing in the morning.

Spa, Pool & Gym: A Mixed Bag

The spa and pool area feels a little tired, and during our last visit in November 2024, it needed an upgrade—but that may have been done now.

The jacuzzi experience was… unique—water wasn’t very warm, and the bubble button was awkwardly placed on the wall. So naturally, we turned it into a game—the loser had to get out to turn the bubbles back on. Needless to say, we suddenly started taking the game VERY seriously! 😆

Swimming lessons were running at the time, making the pool busy and noisy, but if you’re keen on swimming lengths, it’s a decent size.

Gym: Small but Well-Equipped

While compact, the gym was clean and tidy with good equipment. The weights went up to 30kg (from memory), and there was cardio equipment available too. So whether you’re after a quick workout or just trying to burn off the extra breakfast pastries, it does the job!

Surprise Bonus: Onsite Nightclub!

Now, here’s something we didn’t expect—there’s a nightclub downstairs from the ground floor! And let me tell you, this wasn’t just some random DJ night—they actually had the real Artful Dodger playing!

It was a total surprise when we stumbled upon it, and while we had to pay for tickets, it was well worth the money. The night was amazing, the staff were super friendly, and the music was on point.

Now, let’s talk security—it may have been because it was a special night with Artful Dodger in attendance, but wow, the security team took their job VERY seriously. The men were subjected to an airport-level frisking, and my partner walked away feeling like the security guy knew him more intimately than I did! 😂

Pricing & Final Thoughts

• Reasonable price for the room and location—despite the rooms needing an update, it’s still worth the money.
• Room service prices? Steep—like most hotels, room service is pricey, but hey, that’s the price to pay for the luxury of staying in bed! 😜
• Drink prices? Fairly average—but they did great cocktails and actually made them correctly! Hendrick’s gin got its rightful cucumber garnish (unlike some places that make the absolute blasphemous mistake of adding lime instead 🤢).

All in all, Coppid Beach Hotel makes for a charming and comfortable stay, with friendly staff, cozy vibes, and a great breakfast—but some areas need modernizing (looking at you, spa!).

Would we return? Absolutely!

Have you stayed at Coppid Beach Hotel? Share your experience in the comments below!