Whether junior swimming enthusiast or mini film fanatic, pint-sized gourmand or budding artist, there’s a pursuit to suit children at this family-friendly clifftop hotel (Luxury Family Hotels). Standing above a sandy bay on the Lizard peninsula, the revamped Edwardian building has stunning coast views from its ‘well-appointed, comfortable’ bedrooms. Many have space for an extra bed or cot; some rooms interconnect to accommodate a larger family. Choose a spot to feast: the ‘impressive’ Vista lounge has freshly cooked food all day; the terrace is the place for an alfresco lunch on a balmy afternoon; more sophisticated meals, once the children have been put to bed, are taken in the restaurant. The beach is a short stroll away.