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The Ship and Castle

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Front of property
Breakfast and dinner served
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly

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THE WATERFRONT, SAINT MAWES, Truro, England, TR2 5DG
  • Place, St. Mawes Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Roseland Visitor Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Mawes Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Sea View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room, Sea View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

St. Mawes

The Ship and Castle places you next to Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and St. Mawes Beach. This 54-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • St. Mawes Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Roseland Visitor Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Mawes Castle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Discovery Quay - 28 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Falriver Visitor Information Centre - 28 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • St Austell Station - 28 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chain Locker - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪The 'Front - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Stable - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Plume of Feathers - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Ship and Castle

Beachfront hotel for sun and fun
At The Ship and Castle, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Self parking is offered for GBP 8 per night. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage and securing valuables.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Coffee makers, hair dryers, and desks are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 8 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 10.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • View Cafe

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the beach

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 13 2025 to April 30 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 10.95 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 8 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Ship Castle Hotel St Mawes
Ship Castle St Mawes
The Ship Castle
The Ship Castle Hotel
The Ship and Castle Hotel
The Ship and Castle Truro
The Ship and Castle Hotel Truro

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Ship and Castle?

The Ship and Castle provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of The Ship and Castle?

This hotel is located in Truro, just steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and St. Mawes Beach, and within a short walk of St. Mawes Castle. Portscatho Beach is also within a driving distance of 4.9 mi.

Will I be able to park at The Ship and Castle?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 8 per night.

Does The Ship and Castle include a casino on the premises?

No, The Ship and Castle doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Ship and Castle?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Ship and Castle?

At this beachfront hotel, couples will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include sea views.

Does The Ship and Castle have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Ship and Castle have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Ship and Castle serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at View Cafe.

Will The Ship and Castle allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Ship and Castle for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at The Ship and Castle?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Ship and Castle?

The closest major airport to The Ship and Castle is Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall), which is 29.3 mi away (61 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Ship and Castle?

No, at The Ship and Castle, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Ship and Castle Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 318 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 318 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 318 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 318 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 318 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had 2 extra days in St Mawes after time spent with our family in self catering accommodation. We paid for a superior room with sea view and were expecting a room with balcony. We were disappointed to be told they were all taken. The room did have a sea view and was alright. Nothing superior about it. The hotel was not serving dinner while we were there and we chose not to have breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Philip

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was right by the harbour.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and clean hotel ,really enjoyed the stay.staff friendly food good .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little place in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

debra

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service

Not what we booked

I booked this place with balcony and when we arrived was told first in best dressed! appaling really considering this was what the booking stated , women at desk was not helpfull when I questioned this we forfeited the room and was not even offered a refund for the false advertising and booking discription
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely helpful the view was great really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The staff were welcoming and allowed us to check-in early. Unfortunately, the bar and restaurant were closed and only breakfast available, which was very disappointing. The rooms were decorated and cleaned to a good standard, although we both found the mattress too firm.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Emmie

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is the best spot view of the sea front. Hotel staffs are professionally friendly, has a very good & healthy environment, well kept, clean & tidy room & dog friendly. Our puppy ‘ a long coat Chihuahua, has great fun during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely nights stay. Enjoyed sitting on balcony watching the world go by. Only draw back was not being able to get food after 8.45pm anywhere in st mawes
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

Thank you for making it happen

Amazing staff , so helpful and accommodating to my request to make my dad’s 80th birthday trip a success . Waking up with a sea view was a lovely . Amazing village and friendly locals .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hop Sang

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Brilliant location but the bed was so uncomfortable, you could feel every spring in the bed . Appreciate the location means some noise , but there was a coach parked outside from just gone 6am that had its engine running for the majority of the first hour it was there picking up guests and yet didn’t depart til gone 7.30 by which time we were too awake to stay in bed any longer .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Teresa

Disliked: Cleanliness

Tragic

We ordered a superior sea facing room. It was definitely sea facing, but no way was it superior. Small bed, filthy window sills and someone's dirty pants on the floor. Breakfast was plentiful but like school dinners. I suppose if you get a cheal hotel in St Mawes you get what you pay for!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Eleftheria

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

To be avoided!

80£ for a night; terribly dirty carpet, room felt like a storage room, almost no shower running water, spider net hanging down the roof, dirty kettle. Paid 26£ extra for breakfast for two - medium variety with no cheese and ham. Staff distant and moody. Worst stay ever!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alessia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I chose a room with two single beds, but unfortunately the beds aren't very comfortable. You can feel the springs inside the mattress...so zero comfort. It's a shame, because the hotel is truly beautiful, the location perfect, and the guy at the check-in desk was really nice and kind. In short, everything was perfect except the comfort of the beds
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tariq

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsten

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, beautiful views from the restaurant. We were room 204, comfortable beds, clean, overlooks the Victory Inn & side street, window frames could do with some tlc (it's an old building mind). Small bathroom, water pressure low but perfectly fine. Constant buzz/hum noise noticeable through the night, directly below on the ground floor is a unit that makes this noise (saw while walking by & door was open). Breakfast was buffet & excellent, bar reasonably priced & great staff. Would we stay here again? Yes 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super fun place to stay! Easy check in and out! Adding on breakfast was well worth it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would def stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were warm and welcoming, especially Diane. It was like greeting an old friend when ever we entered the dining room. The food was exquisite. I plan to return with my family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service

Disappointment

I was not aware that this was a coach trip destination. My room (122) was more than a trek from reception, the odd layout of stairwells and doors to traverse, got me lost a couple of times. The landings smelt damp. The bathroom really was not pleasant, needed replacing. The lady running breakfast was verging on rude, instead of policing the door to the restaurant, not allowing anyone in until 8am sharp, she could have let myself and the coachload of people stood behind me, blocking the corridor, at least get seated. I missed to get the name of the nice chap running the bar on Monday evening, but I would like to pass on that he was welcoming, friendly and inclusive.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lucy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Very quiet area an hotel Not alof to do
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Traveled with partner
Amazing room overlooking the sea..
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025