Hotel Review: Boskerris Hotel, Cornwall

Perched in an enviable position in Carbis Bay, with its eponymous blue-flag beach overlooking St Ives Bay and beyond, Boskerris provides the ultimate base for exploring the furthest reaches of West Cornwall, as well as St Ives itself - a hub of artist studios, boutiques and eateries.

By car: the hotel is 5 hours 20 mins from London, 4 hours 20 mins from Swansea and 5 hours 15 mins from Nottingham. There is free parking on-site.

By train: London Paddington to St Erth takes around 5 hours. The hotel is a 10-minute taxi ride from the station. Book trains to St Erth.

This 1930s hotel has been cleverly renovated into a light-filled modern space, featuring floor-to-ceiling glass, making the most of the staggering ocean views. Think pared-back modern luxury with a nod to New England and hints of the Med - whitewashed shutters and floorboards sit against muted blues, reminiscent of the sea.

Marianne and Jonathan Bassett are at the helm of this family-run hotel, offering a warm welcome and an attentive, yet discreet service. Boskerris adds practicality to the detail with places to hang your wetsuits and beach towels, and a huge OS map of Cornwall is marked with local tips and places of interest. Ask Sam, front of house member for almost a decade, for recommendations on the best spots for lunch and stretches of coastal path to walk.

• Restaurant
• Bar
• Terrace
• Spa treatments
• Free Wi-Fi
• Free parking

The hotel boasts 15 cool individually designed bedrooms, in varying sizes with a soft tonal palette; think off-white hues accented by splashes of colour. Beds with large pocket-sprung mattresses are aptly positioned to make the most of the sea views, and spacious bathrooms offer walk-in showers.

Room types: Classic Compact, Classic No Ocean Views, Classic Ocean Views, Classic Deluxe, Superior, Celebration

Key amenities: ensuite bathroom with White Company toiletries, towels, bathrobes, slippers, TV, tea and coffee facilities, free Wi-Fi

Enjoy a light and unfussy 'Bits & Bites' supper menu brimming with local produce, incorporating subtle Mediterranean flavours and seasonal ingredients. Dining is laidback, with the option to eat in the restaurant, lounge or on the terrace, all to a backdrop of ocean views. Breakfast is a relaxed affair, and delicious afternoon tea is available.

The restaurant: informal dining, light bites, snacks, European cuisine. Open Tuesday-Saturday for dinner. Sandwiches and cream teas are served every day. Larger plates from £11.50.