The Idle Rocks - Saint Mawes
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The Idle Rocks
Saint Mawes Harbourside
No. of rooms
14
WiFi
Spa/wellness
Parking
Meals
facilities
Rooms for singles
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8.9/10
No. of rooms
14
WiFi
Spa/wellness
Parking
Meals
facilities
Rooms for singles
We speak
8.9/10
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.
The hotel day starts from hour 15:00 and ends at 11:00.
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.
Deluxe Suite with Sea View. 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. 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. rooms have a view of the harbour with luxurious showers. ;
Deluxe Double Room with Sea View. Our Seaview Room offers French doors or windows overlooking the sea & a luxury en-suite bathroom with shower or bath. ;
Deluxe Suite. 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.
Public transport ticketsadditional charge
Pedicure
Kid mealsadditional charge
Sun terrace
Lower bathroom sink
Toilet with grab rails
Manicure
Beach
Wheelchair accessible
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
Babysitting/child servicesadditional charge
Windsurfingadditional charge
Kid-friendly buffet
Neck massage
Beachfront
Free parking
Body wrap
Heating
Canoeingadditional charge
CCTV outside property
Shared lounge/TV area
Room service
Fire extinguishers
Luggage storage
Movie nights
Dry cleaningadditional charge
Electric vehicle charging station
Bike toursadditional charge
Delivered food is securely covered
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Visual aids: Braille
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
Back massage
Internet services
Facial treatments
First aid kit available
Emergency cord in bathroom
Breakfast in the room
Daily housekeeping
Soundproof rooms
Temporary art galleriesoffsite
Full body massage
Visual aids: Tactile signs
Safety deposit box
Laundryadditional charge
Ironing service
Non-smoking throughout
WiFi available in all areas
Body treatments
Terrace
Cashless payment available
Valet parking
Beauty Services
Pet bowls
Live music/performance
Tennis courtadditional charge
Smoke alarms
Fruitsadditional charge
24-hour front desk
Head massage
Facilities for disabled guests
Spa/wellness packages
Live sport events (broadcast)
Non-smoking rooms
Board games/puzzles
Water sport facilities on siteadditional charge
Restaurant
Pet basket
WiFi
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Massageadditional charge
24-hour security
Family rooms
Shuttle service
Bar
Tour or class about local cultureadditional charge
Wine/champagneadditional charge
Breakfast takeaway containers
Meeting/banquet facilitiesadditional charge
Outdoor furniture
CCTV in common areas
Private check-in/check-out
Sun umbrellas
Concierge service
Parking
Foot massage
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Body scrub
Hand massage
Walking tours
Fishingadditional charge
Invoice provided
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
Free WiFi
Higher level toilet
Hiking
Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Special diet menus (on request)
Key access
