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The Idle Rocks

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Seaview Cosy | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, individually decorated, desk
Grand Room, Sea View (Grand Sea View) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, individually decorated, desk

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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Harbourside, St. Mawes, Cornwall, Truro, England, TQ5 2AN
  • Place, Falmouth University
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Gyllyngvase Beach
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Pendennis Castle
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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Grand Room, Sea View (Grand Sea View) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, individually decorated, desk

Grand Room, Sea View (Grand Sea View)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Village Cosy) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, individually decorated, desk

Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Village Cosy)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room (Village Hideaway) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, individually decorated, desk

Standard Double Room (Village Hideaway)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, Harbor View (Harbour View) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Room, Harbor View (Harbour View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, Sea View (Seaview Room) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, individually decorated, desk

Superior Room, Sea View (Seaview Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Grand Harbour View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, individually decorated, desk

Grand Harbour View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Seaview Cosy | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, individually decorated, desk

Seaview Cosy

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

St. Mawes

The Idle Rocks places you next to Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Roseland Visitor Centre. This 19-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Falmouth University - 28 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • National Maritime Museum Cornwall - 28 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Gyllyngvase Beach - 29 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Pendennis Castle - 30 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Swanpool Beach - 30 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Penmere Station - 27 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The 'Front - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Chain Locker - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Stable - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Plume of Feathers - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Idle Rocks

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
The Idle Rocks features free WiFi in public areas and a terrace. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Minibars, coffee makers, and desks are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 30.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 30.0 per day

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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Idle Rocks Hotel Truro
Idle Rocks Hotel
Idle Rocks Truro
The Idle Rocks Hotel
The Idle Rocks Truro
The Idle Rocks Hotel Truro

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Idle Rocks?

The Idle Rocks offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near The Idle Rocks?

This hotel is located in Truro and just steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and St. Mawes Beach. St. Mawes Castle is within a walking distance of 0.6 mi.

Will I be able to park at The Idle Rocks?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Idle Rocks feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Idle Rocks doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Idle Rocks?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Idle Rocks?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront hotel include a minibar and slippers in each guestroom with some featuring sea views.

Are there hot tubs at The Idle Rocks?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Idle Rocks have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Idle Rocks serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Idle Rocks allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Idle Rocks for a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per stay.

Does The Idle Rocks have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to The Idle Rocks?

The closest major airport to The Idle Rocks is Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall), which is 26.2 mi away (43 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Idle Rocks?

No, at The Idle Rocks, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.