Hotels on the beach in Saint Mawes, United Kingdom
Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beach hotels and resorts in Saint Mawes. I hope you will like it!
This page was last updated in June 2026.
The List 5 Amazing Beach Hotels in Saint Mawes
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1 The Idle Rocks
Saint Mawes
On the quayside in the traditional fishing village of St Mawes, the The Idle Rocks features 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 harbor 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 sirup, 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 centers are 30 minutes’ drive away.
Address Harbourside Show on map- Tennis court
- Water sports facility
- Pets are welcome
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2 Hotel Tresanton Saint Mawes
Located in Saint Mawes, a 13-minute walk from Cellars Beach, Hotel Tresanton provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Providing a bar, the property is located within 29 miles of Newquay Train Station. The property has room service, a concierge service and luggage storage for guests. At the hotel, every room has a closet. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Hotel Tresanton also provide guests with free WiFi, while some have a sea view. All guest rooms in the accommodation are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. The breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or continental options. At Hotel Tresanton you'll find a restaurant serving British, Mediterranean and Seafood cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. With staff speaking German, English and Italian, guidance is available at the reception. St Mawes Castle is a 4-minute walk from the hotel, while Eden Project is 24 miles away. Newquay Cornwall Airport is 29 miles from the property.
Address 27 Lower Castle Road Show on map -
3 The Rising Sun
Saint Mawes
On the picturesque harbor of St Mawes, with views of the Roseland Peninsula and beyond, The Rising Sun has an outdoor seating area, restaurant, bar and free Wi-Fi. The rooms have private bathrooms with a bath, shower, free toiletries and hairdryer. They also feature a flat-screen TV with Freeview channels and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms have coastal views. In the morning, guests can enjoy a full English breakfast or a continental buffet option. The restaurant serves traditional English food including local fresh fish, and in the afternoon, homemade scones and cakes are available. The conservatory and the lounge have real fires during the cold months and it is also possible to soak up the sun on the terrace, while enjoying a cup of tea or a glass of wine. St Mawes Castle can be reached in less than 20 minutes on foot and St Mawes Ferry Landing, with ferries to Falmouth and Place Creek, is less than 5 minutes’ walk away.
Address The Square, St Mawes Show on map- Pets are welcome
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4 St Mawes Hotel
Saint Mawes
Right on the water’s edge, St Mawes Hotel is located on the south coast of Cornwall, offering fresh and modern rooms with soft duvets. Fresh, local seafood specials are served each day, and guests can enjoy sailing on the nearby waters. Light and airy, each individually designed room features crisp, white bedding, comfortable mattresses, and quality pillows. Guests can also relax with free tea and coffee, free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV. Rooms also include a private bathroom with hairdryer. The Lower Deck at St Mawes Hotel, offers an informal bar serving a wide selection of drinks, teas and coffees. Parking is available nearby, and Falmouth is only a mile away by ferry, with the ferry terminal just a minute’s walk from St Mawes Hotel. There are a number of sailing schools within St Mawes, and the hotel can advise guests on boat hire and fishing trips.
Address 2 Marine Parade, St Mawes Show on map- Pets are welcome
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5 Elysium St Mawes
Saint Mawes
On the pretty quay in St Mawes, where the open sea meets the Fal and Percuil rivers, this hotel offers a bar, lounge and restaurant with picturesque views. There is free Wi-Fi in public areas of the building. The Ship and Castle Hotel has 2 dining areas, where a daily changing menu of traditional and modern food is served. Homemade cream tea is also available, and a range of drinks is offered in the bar. Rooms are spacious and feature a TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Each has its own en suite bathroom with a hairdryer. St Mawes Castle, one of Henry VIII's coastal artillery fortresses, is a 10-minute walk from The Ship and Castle. The charming village is ideal for walkers, and you can take ferry trips to Falmouth.
Address The Quay Show on map- Pets are welcome
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