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Hotel The Idle Rocks (formerly Idle Rocks Hotel)

Harbourside, Saint Mawes, TR2 5AN (show map)

8.9

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Hotel Overview

On the quayside in the traditional fishing village of St Mawes, the The Idle Rocks boasts excellent sea views and fresh seafood. It offers modern rooms and free Wi-Fi.
All individually decorated rooms at Idle Rocks feature a flat-screen TV, vintage radio, Cornish tea, a Nespresso coffee maker and a bathroom with a bath or shower, and some with a rain-effect shower.
Some rooms have views of the harbour and St Anthony’s Head. Some TVs also double as mirrors.
Food is sourced locally and the head chef is also a keen forager. Breakfast includes unique twists, such as Birch Tree syrup, and there is also a range of brunch dishes on offer. You can enjoy a cocktail in the bar, or on the terrace which offers lovely sea views.
The village is home to St Mawes Castle, coastal and inland walks and watersports. Falmouth is a mile away by ferry, which operates year-round. Trelissick Gardens, St Austell and Truro town centres are 30 minutes’ drive away.

Formerly Idle Rocks Hotel

Before March 2020 The Idle Rocks was known as Idle Rocks Hotel

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Deluxe Suite with Sea View - enter dates to see room photos

Our Grand Seaview Rooms are our largest & most luxurious rooms with uninterrupted views of the sea. There is a luxurious en-suite bathroom with a bath or shower.

Deluxe Double Room - enter dates to see room photos

Our Harbour View rooms are located either in our cottage building (a few steps from the main building) or on the top floor of the main building. All rooms have a view of the harbour with luxurious showers.

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View - enter dates to see room photos

Our Seaview Room offers French doors or windows overlooking the sea & a luxury en-suite bathroom with shower or bath.

Double Room - enter dates to see room photos

Our Village Hideaway rooms offer views over St Mawes village (no sea view) & a luxury en-suite bathroom with shower or bath.

Deluxe Suite - enter dates to see room photos

Boasting a private entrance, this suite features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. The suite features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, as well as sea views. The unit has 2 beds.

Double Room with Sea View - enter dates to see room photos

Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Small Double Room - enter dates to see room photos

Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room provides a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as a quiet street view. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Facilities of The Idle Rocks

General
Free parking, Parking, WiFi everywhere

Activities
Canoeing, Fishing, Hiking, Tennis court, Water sport facilities (on site), Windsurfing

Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Food & Drink
Bar, Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Room service, Special diet menus (on request)

Pools and wellness
Beachfront

Front-desk/reception area services
24-hour front desk, Concierge service, Luggage storage, Safety deposit box, Valet parking

Common areas
Sun terrace, Terrace

Entertainment and children services
Babysitting/child services

Cleaning services
Daily maid service, Dry cleaning

Miscellaneous
Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout

Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Balcony, Bath, Bath or Shower, Bathrobe, Bathroom, Clothes rack, Coffee machine, Desk, Electric kettle, Fan, Flat-screen TV, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Heating, Interconnected room(s) available, Iron, Ironing Facilities, Linen, Private entrance, Radio, Refrigerator, Safety Deposit Box, Sea view, Seating Area, Shower, Slippers, Sofa, Tea/Coffee Maker, Telephone, Toilet, Towels, Tumble dryer , TV, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, View, Wake-up service, Wardrobe/Closet

Last updated: 2 Apr 2025 - Update now

Hotel Policies

Check-In
15:00:00- hours

Check-Out
-11:00:00 hours

Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.

Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

The fine print
Full payment upon booking is required. The property will take the full amount of the reservation upon receiving the booking confirmation.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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8.9

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Duncan

“Amazing hotel - let down for us on being woken in the night.”

7.0

25 Feb 2025

Really nicely appointed hotel. Amazing breakfast, dinner was excellent but very expensive. We visited off season so it was rather quiet but the was no compromise on what was provided. Attentive staff.

Simon

“Lovely hotel friendly staff but Restuarant over priced for the standard.”

8.0

07 Feb 2025

Beautiful location lovely room and comfortable lounge and Restuarant.

Keith Meredith

“This hotel is exceptional. From the décor to the service ,we have already booked for next time.”

10.0

03 Feb 2025

The breakfast was first class. The reception staff were friendly and the most efficient I have come across ,they were exceptional. The rooms were spot less and warm, as was the rest of the hotel. The shower was brilliant with as much hot water as you could ever want. Lovely log fire in the lounge, which we tested quite a bit. As for the location. Perfect!. To use the old adage you do get what you pay for.

ken

“Superb”

10.0

18 Dec 2024

Beautiful hotel in an idyllic location on the sea front in a picturesque little town. Staff went above & beyond (especially as I had made an error with booking dates) Room was exceptional and the vibe throughout the hotel was lovely. We had dinner, breakfast and room service and the food and drinks were all top class! The outdoor seating area at the front is a delightful area to sit, eat and drink or just enjoy the view overlooking the harbour. Would love to think we will visit again and would certainly highly recommend.

Lyn

“Luxurious, relaxing and and a totally joyful weekend.”

10.0

20 Nov 2024

Breakfast was beyond expectation, it was excellent and beautifully presented.

Robert

“Idilyic home from home”

10.0

03 Nov 2024

Location was amazing and the luxurious hotel and homely feel to the place.

Nicholas

“Idle Rocks a wonderful Hotel that lives up to its reputation.”

9.0

30 Oct 2024

Perfectly situated in St Mawes with views over the harbour and town we had a lovely two nights at the Idle Rocks. Wonderful, friendly and attentive staff we very much felt relaxed and immersed during our short stay. Dinner one night in the excellent restaurant and the other in the equally impressive St Mawes Hotel. Breakfasts were good and plentiful.

Fry

“Fantastic”

9.0

16 Sep 2024

Location superb, food excellent and staff helpful and friendly

annabel

“Great location in the centre of St Mawes. Wonderful and relaxed hotel and setting”

9.0

04 Sep 2024

Lovely staff, decor, location. Very comfortable and beautifully appointed communal areas and rooms

Carole_Kent

“Good”

7.0

22 Aug 2024

We've been several times before, it's pricey but it's a lovely hotel in a great location.

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Hotel The Idle Rocks (formerly Idle Rocks Hotel)

Harbourside, Saint Mawes, TR2 5AN (show map)

Hotel Overview

Formerly Idle Rocks Hotel

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Rooms List

Deluxe Suite with Sea View - enter dates to see room photos

Deluxe Double Room - enter dates to see room photos

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View - enter dates to see room photos

Double Room - enter dates to see room photos

Deluxe Suite - enter dates to see room photos

Double Room with Sea View - enter dates to see room photos

Small Double Room - enter dates to see room photos

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Hotel Ratings (Click to select a rating)

“Amazing hotel - let down for us on being woken in the night.”

“Lovely hotel friendly staff but Restuarant over priced for the standard.”

“This hotel is exceptional. From the décor to the service ,we have already booked for next time.”

“Superb”

“Luxurious, relaxing and and a totally joyful weekend.”

“Idilyic home from home”

“Idle Rocks a wonderful Hotel that lives up to its reputation.”

“Fantastic”

“Great location in the centre of St Mawes. Wonderful and relaxed hotel and setting”

“Good”

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