Philmar Guest House
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Philmar Guest House - A family-friendly guest house near Skegness Beach with free WiFi, full English breakfast, and a quiet street location
Philmar Guest House is a 3-star family-friendly guest house located a 5-minute walk from Skegness Beach and 1 km from Skegness Butlins, with nearby attractions including Tower Gardens, Skegness Pier, and Skegness Aquarium. The property offers free WiFi and wired internet access throughout, and all rooms feature private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries, flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee making facilities, and electric kettles. Family rooms are available with flexible arrangements to accommodate groups and special occasions, and the guest house provides a child-friendly buffet, special diet menus, and packed lunches upon request. Breakfast highlights include traditional English cuisine, with guests praising the full English breakfast as among the best in Skegness, often accompanied by fresh fruit, cereals, and yoghurts. The guest house features a terrace and garden with outdoor furniture, daily housekeeping, and free public parking available nearby on the street. Joanne, the host, is noted for her personalized touches, such as providing seasonal gifts like Easter eggs and offering helpful local recommendations for coffee, lunch, and places to visit. Philmar Guest House is situated on a quieter street, ensuring restful evenings, and is about a 15-minute walk from the main area of Skegness, with Humberside Airport 77 km away. Philmar Guest House is rated 8.6/10 on Booking.com, with guests highlighting the spotlessly clean rooms, comfortable beds, and the welcoming, helpful nature of the host. A couple's review mentions that the water in the room affected hot drinks, though noted this might be common in the area.
Pros
Great location just a 5-minute walk from Skegness Beach and close to Skegness Pier and Skegness Aquarium.
Spotlessly clean rooms with comfortable beds and well-maintained en-suite bathrooms.
The host, Joanne, is praised for being welcoming, helpful, and providing personalized touches like seasonal gifts.
Excellent full English breakfast, considered by some guests as the best in Skegness.
Free WiFi and free public parking available nearby.
Cons
The water in the area may affect the taste of hot drinks made in the room.
Some guests may find the 15-minute walk to the main area of Skegness a bit far.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Off-site car park
- No pets allowed
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Guest Parking
- Public parking is possible at a location nearby for free.
Services
- Housekeeping
Dining
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor