Stories from the Bay and beyond

From Otis Redding to Ben Howard, the sea is an enduring muse for songwriters. We asked Ruark Audio – who make the stylish R1 bedside radios you’ll find in all of our rooms – to tap into this creative inspiration and put together a playlist that celebrates the ocean.

Take a visual voyage across the oceans. We’ve selected seven beautiful and enlightening short films to deepen your understanding of the many benefits the sea brings.