Wonderful Wales… with its rolling hills, white-sand beaches and craggy coastline, Wales is simply one of the UK’s finest destinations for a staycation that has it all. Whether you spend the days with your toes in the sand, riding waves or scrambling up Snowdon, wouldn’t it be lovely to come home to a luxury retreat where you can sink into a hot tub by the sea? Stay in one of our coastal cottages in Wales, where you can draw out the summer evenings with a hot tub and sundowners by the ocean.
Manor View, Pendine, Carmarthenshire
Sleeps 2
After a long day on the beach, tramping the coast path or rambling in the hills, slip into a hillside hot tub overlooking Pendine Sands. Cast your gaze towards Worms Head on the glorious Gower Peninsula, dreaming up the next day of adventures in Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire. Perhaps you’ll head out and explore Dylan Thomas’ hometown of Laugharne, or discover the harbour village of Saundersfoot? Or pack a picnic and spend the day on Tenby’s South Beach, followed by just-landed fish in a waterside restaurant. You’re also only half an hour from Wales’ largest theme park Oakwood and the Blue Lagoon waterpark.
Golwg Y Mor, Pontgarreg, Ceredigion
Sleeps 4
If you’re looking for absolute tranquility away from the crowds, take the opportunity to rent this secluded bolthole nestled into the cliffs. Sink into the hot tub in your rooftop garden and clap your eyes on the jaw-dropping coastal panorama; you might even spot a passing pod of dolphins. This must be among the top sea views in Wales. Inside you can hunker by the woodburner and spot marine life and sea birds through the telescopes, or wait until after nightfall to stargaze. It won’t be easy to drag yourself away from such wonders, but you can step straight out onto the Wales Coastal Path to pretty Llangrannog, just 1.5 miles away, or take a longer stroll to the picturesque harbour of New Quay (one of our top holiday towns in Wales) and the elegant Georgian town of Aberaeron.
Craig Silian, Gwbert, Ceredigion
Sleeps 6
Fling open the patio doors to let in the sea breeze and coastal vista of Cardigan Bay that’s spread before you from almost every room of this stylish holiday house. The glass-fenced garden lets the sea views in whilst providing shelter from the wind, making the perfect spot for soaking in the hot tub and alfresco dining by the beach. If the weather brings you indoors, spark up the log burner, stare out to sea from the lounge and bubble in the Jacuzzi bath. Keen golfers can lap up the coastal views on the 19-hole course at Cardigan Golf Club, while beach lovers can seek out the small sandy cove nearby or hop on a boat trip to encounter sea birds and marine life close-up.
The Mermaid, Brynsiencyn, Anglesey
Sleeps 8
Winner of the Bronze BISHTA 2019 award for the best hot tub in a holiday setting, The Mermaid is a luxurious holiday apartment in the southern corner of Anglesey. Made for large families and friends, this stylish space takes up the entire first floor of the former Mermaid Inn, standing directly behind the ferry port that historically ran livestock between Tal y Foel and Caernarfon. Take in the magnificent ocean and mountain views from the hot tub on the huge roof terrace, or sink into a sofa and stare out to the Menai Strait and Snowdon from indoors. This well-equipped pad has everything you need for a family holiday in Wales, whether you choose to hit the beach, the peaks or simply sit back and enjoy some time out.
Tregennis, Criccieth, Gwynedd
Made for multigenerational family holidays or groups, this luxurious retreat offers walks from the doorstep, and a bubbling hot tub to come home to in the evening. If you’re looking to get away from it all, this superbly located, detached property is in a sublime location, boasting fabulous sea views over Cardigan Bay and the iconic Criccieth Castle, which dominates the coastline with the remains of its twin-towered gatehouse. Make yourself at home in the designer interior, sip bubbles in the hot tub on the wraparound decking, or stroll the six minutes to the nearest beach. There are many exciting things to do in this area of Wales. The shops and eateries of Criccieth are within walking distance, while nearby Porthmadog is the departure point for wonderful steam train journeys on the famous Ffestiniog Railway that winds through woodland and past waterfalls up into the mountains.
Plas Y Mor, Rhiw, Gwynedd
Sleeps 14 + 2 dogs allowed
Unwind and enjoy dreamy beach and mountain views from this luxury holiday house made for families and groups of friends. If you’re not staring out to sea from the hot tub or gathered around the huge dining table for family feasts, you can spot sea life through the telescope, hunker down in the snug with a book, or play pool, darts and air hockey in the games room. You can let off steam and feel your toes in the sand on the four-mile sandy beach, don your hiking boots and hit the peaks of Wales, or stroll four miles to the picturesque coastal village of Aberdaron. Or you might prefer to relax and enjoy the sea view.
Find your perfect holiday cottage with a hot tub in Wales
Wales is a stunning destination for a staycation. Hit the beach, the mountains and pretty coastal villages, then come home to a retreat where you can soak your muscles in a hot tub. Use our Hot Tub filter to search for your perfect holiday cottage in Wales.
