The best hotel for families in Europe lies on England’s Cornish coast, according to Trip Advisor users.

The Sands Resort Hotel and Spa in Newquay was honoured in the 2012 Travellers’ Choice Hotels for Families Awards after receiving the highest ratings in Europe last year by Trip Advisor users who travelled with family.

The only other British property to feature in the European list was also Cornish – Bedruthan Steps Hotel, in Mawgan Porth, took 12th place.

Malcolm Bell, head of tourism at Visit Cornwall, said: “The awards are a magnificent accolade for the hotels and they should be immensely proud of themselves.

“Families love Cornwall for its stunning natural environment and great attractions, and with these amazing hotels families can be assured of quality in every aspect of their holiday.”

Top 10 hotels in Europe

1. Sands Resort Hotel and Spa (Cornwall, England)
2. Protur Bonaire Aparthotel (Majorca, Spain)
3. Holiday Village Rhodes (Rhodes, Greece)
4. Sidari Water Park Hotel (Corfu, Greece)
5. Aparthotel Playa Mar (Majorca, Spain)
6. Alfagar II Aparthotel (Albufeira, Portugal)
7. Aquafantasy Aquapark Hotel & SPA (Aegean Coast, Turkey)
8. Coma Gran Aparthotel (Majorca, Spain)
9. Aparthotel Golden Avenida Suites (Costa Dorada, Spain)
10. Apartamentos Cala d’Or Playa (Majorca, Spain).

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