The Royal Duchy Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel on the beach, with indoor pool

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Room options

Standard Twin Room (Sleeps 2 Guest)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room, 1 single bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room (Sleeps 2 Guest)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double or Twin Room, Sea View (Sleeps 2 Guest)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Sea View (Sleeps 2 Guest)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Falmouth

The Royal Duchy Hotel places you next to Castle Beach and within a 10-minute walk of Ocean Bowl. This 45-room, 4-star hotel has free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • National Maritime Museum Cornwall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Falmouth University - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gyllyngvase Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Pendennis Castle - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Swanpool Beach - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Falmouth Docks Station - 6 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The 'Front - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chain Locker - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Gylly Beach Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Verdant Seafood Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Stable - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Royal Duchy Hotel

Hotel on the beach, with indoor pool
Guests staying at The Royal Duchy Hotel enjoy an indoor pool, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and concierge services. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a meeting room, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs with satellite channels. Coffee makers, safes, and desks are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a sauna.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Pendennis Restaurant

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Children's dinnerware
  • High chair
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 31 to December 31:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/Lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-5:30 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Royal Duchy Hotel Falmouth
Royal Duchy Hotel
Royal Duchy Falmouth
Royal Duchy
The Royal Duchy Hotel Falmouth, Cornwall
The Royal Duchy Hotel Hotel
The Royal Duchy Hotel Falmouth
The Royal Duchy Hotel Hotel Falmouth

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Royal Duchy Hotel?

The Royal Duchy Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Duchy Hotel?

As of Oct 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Duchy Hotel on Nov 7, 2025 start from $161.19, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see close to The Royal Duchy Hotel?

Located steps from Castle Beach, this hotel is in Falmouth, and within a 10-minute walk of National Maritime Museum Cornwall and Ocean Bowl. You'll also find Gyllyngvase Beach and Pendennis Castle less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Royal Duchy Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does The Royal Duchy Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, The Royal Duchy Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Royal Duchy Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about The Royal Duchy Hotel?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an indoor pool, 3 bars, and a restaurant.

Does The Royal Duchy Hotel have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does The Royal Duchy Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Royal Duchy Hotel serves free full breakfasts at The Pendennis Restaurant each morning.

Does The Royal Duchy Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Royal Duchy Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does The Royal Duchy Hotel have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to The Royal Duchy Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Royal Duchy Hotel is Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall), which is about 20.3 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Royal Duchy Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Royal Duchy Hotel.

Reviews

The Royal Duchy Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 377 out of 543 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 543 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 543 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 543 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 543 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful hotel however was not happy with the room I was given !! They told me if I’m not happy it’ll be extra £40- per person per night ? I did not have extra to pay for this so had to stay in same room .It was very clean but the outlook wasn’t nice at all windows in them so couldn’t see out clearly was very noisy outside room with air con unit also had black marks on ceiling .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Business traveler

Perfect

Beautiful hotel, lovely decor throughout the property. Fantastic location with lovely sun terrace overlooking the sea.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Aditya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful family holiday

Comfortable say - convenietly located hotel to beach and other amenities. Dining at hotel is OK - but there are great options in the town as an alternative.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and lovely location on sea front
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian Campbell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The attitude of staff when you asked a question.Seemed an air of secrecy about the reservations of tables in the di ning room.They definitely did not want to discuss the seagulls roosting outside our window and the unhygienic droppings every where.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Wail

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Onsite parking was perfect, especially as it was a motorbike holiday. Felt secure and safe. Friendly, welcoming and helpful staff, especially the door man who was always eager to help with a smile. Food was great and the room perfect. The pool was warm and at the time of my stay, not too busy. Highly recommended and will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

anne

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay here and I will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Royal duchy hotel stay

Lovely location,5 minutes walk from the train station. Polite and friendly staff, good food options and nice cosy room
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tung

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice sea view from sea-facing rooms. There was scaffolding, which obscured the view of some of the inland-facing rooms. Pool / sauna are great. Pool has a shallow area sectioned off for kids. There's a small gym too. Many car park spaces were infinged by excess vegetation or skip. A couple of spaces not really accessible due to the center of a 'mini roundabout'. Two EV chargers available via some app (didn't use them).
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10 min walk away from Falmouth. Beach only 10 min walk away which has improved facilities since I last visited. Great quality service, breakfast reallly spot on.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great time at your hotel very friendly and excelle

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful location and very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay amazing hotel with a lovely location and great facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

carla

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel with good location overlooking Falmouth Bay. Great staff, who go above and beyond to ensure your stay is memorable. Breakfast and Finner service excellent ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025