West Hoe Travel Guide
Plymouth
Popular places to visit
National Marine Aquarium
Discover the creatures that live deep in the world’s oceans and learn about the importance of conservation at the largest aquarium in the U.K.
Hoe Park
After visiting Hoe Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Plymouth. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Plymouth Gin Distillery
Sip on expertly made gin in a historic distillery that has been making spirits for over two centuries in the same spot on Plymouth’s waterfront.
Elizabethan House
Step inside this wonderfully preserved house to see how a merchant or sea captain would have lived in the 1500s, a time when Plymouth was a prosperous port city.
Mayflower Steps
Among the fishing boats of Plymouth’s harbor is a memorial to the settlers who went on to found one of the first American colonies.
Royal Citadel
This 17th-century stronghold was a bastion of military strength. Explore the walls and fortifications with a guided tour.
Top hotels in West Hoe
Moxy Plymouth
Great location to stay with a clean rooms and comfy bed
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Future Inn Plymouth
Clean room, staff were helpful free parking, and a good choice of breakfast
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Copthorne Hotel Plymouth
Great size room, easy check in, secure affordable parking
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
St. Mellion Estate
When anyone walk the floor was noisy not in the room only but in the hallway
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Leonardo Hotel Plymouth
Was good
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
New Continental Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
The location of the hotel is good, close to city centre, railway station and The Barbican. Car parking is good and reasonable price. Reception is very welcoming and staff very helpful. Our double room seemed a little dated in furniture and underneath the desk were a lot of biscuit crumbs which then ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Hoe
Barbican
Barbican is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Smeaton's Tower and Bowling Green while in the area.
Royal William Yard
Check out the restaurants, seaside views and historical sites while spending some time in Royal William Yard. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Plymouth Pavilions or Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park.
Beaumont
While Beaumont may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Drake Circus and Plymouth Gin Distillery.
Stoke
Stoke is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Home Park and Plymouth Pavilions while you're in town.
Turnchapel
Travellers like the monuments in Turnchapel, and South Devon is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Mutley
While Mutley isn't home to many top sights, Drake Circus and The Box are some notable places to visit nearby.
