Seacote Hotel

Set directly on St Bees’ wide sandy beach with views to St Bees Head and the Irish Sea, the Seacote Hotel is a classic seaside base for coastal breaks and the perfect starting point for Wainwright’s Coast to Coast walk. Expect simple, comfortable rooms (many with sea views), a relaxed bar and restaurant for hearty favourites, and big-sky sunsets right outside the door.

Why go

• Unbeatable beachfront location on St Bees seafront

• Sea-view rooms and spectacular sunsets over the Irish Sea

• Bar & restaurant serving classic, crowd-pleasing dishes and Sunday roasts

• Ideal base for the Coast to Coast start, St Bees Head clifftop paths and wildlife watching

• Easy day trips to the Lake District (Wasdale, Eskdale) and Cumbrian coast

Good to know

• Parking: on-site guest parking by the hotel

• Trains: St Bees station (Cumbrian Coast Line) is a short walk from the hotel

• Check-in/out: standard hotel times; contact reception for early/late options

• Rooms: a mix of doubles, twins and family rooms; sea-view upgrades often available

• Dining: breakfast, lunch and dinner service; advance booking recommended at busy times

• Events & weddings: function spaces available, enquire for packages and availability

• Accessibility & pets: some rooms are on upper floors; please confirm access needs and dog-friendly options/policy before booking

Perfect for: beach escapes, Coast to Coast walkers, family seaside breaks, cliff-top hikes around St Bees Head, and relaxed coastal weekends with dinner and a sea view.