Hotel Review: Karma, Isles of Scilly

Perched metres from the white sands, Karma provides an enviable base to explore the archipelago of over 140 islands, just 28-miles off the Cornish coast. A thirty-minute walk will take you to the centre of the island, where you will find The Island Bakery, artist studios, a café and a vineyard.

By sea: The Scillonian Ferry leaves from Penzance, From March to November, and takes 2 hours 45 mins. Book the Scillonian Ferry.

By air: Take the Sky Bus from Exeter (1 hour), Newquay or Lands End (20-30 mins) to St Mary's. Book the Skybus.

Luxury and comfort are fused with breathtaking views, designed to blend into the natural environment. Inside there are furniture and fabrics imported from Indonesia to reflect the hotel group's origins in Asia - incorporating the local surrounds to reflect the aesthetic of the landscape, bringing the outside in.

A beach-lovers' paradise, Karma's waterfront position is ideal for sea swimming and kayaking. The hotel also boasts beachside dining and a spa treatment room, as well as an enomatic wine lounge - with a 'Wine Emotion' dispensing machine offering the finest vintages - a laidback bar area, alfresco seating and a specially curated library of celebrated bibliographies.

• Restaurant
• Bar
• Spa
• Wine lounge
• Library
• Family-friendly
• Pet-friendly
• Free Wi-Fi

The light-filled bedrooms and suites include a selection of garden and ocean-view rooms, family-connecting suites and honeymoon suites, all boasting classic English charm with contemporary touches. Décor is understated, making the most of the island views, and set against muted hues with prints of the surrounding landscape.

Room types: Deluxe, Ocean View, Superior Ocean View, Riviera Suite, Honeymoon Suite

Key amenities: ensuite bathroom with Sea Kelp toiletries, luxury bathrobes, freshly ground Cornish coffee, LCD TV, mini-bar, free Wi-Fi

Dine in style at the Cloudesley Shovell restaurant to a backdrop of sea and sand or within the surrounding sub-tropical gardens; for a true taste of the islands, watch the fishermen bring in the catch of the day before feasting on fresh fish and shellfish. Dishes are prepared using locally grown and ethically sourced produce.

Cloudesley Shovell Restaurant: 2 AA Rosettes, locally sourced produce, seafood, fine dining. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Mains from £21.95.