Our pick of the loveliest stays within easy reach of the cliffs and beaches, from characterful townhouses to history-steeped inns

Just a five minute walk from the beach, The Lord Crewe in Bamburgh is a delightful pub with rooms

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Helen Pickles

Destination Expert

Helen began her career in radio journalism for the BBC (mainly Radio 4) before moving into feature writing. Having contributed to most UK national titles, from YOU Magazine to the FT, she unintentionally became a travel writer and hotel reviewer, primarily for the Telegraph, Times and Independent. She has also contributed to travel guides and platforms such as DK Eyewitness, Sawday’s, Time Out and i-escape.com.

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Published 14 April 2026 5:00pm BST

All hotels have been independently reviewed and selected.…