A Cornish Gem

Welcome to St Mawes...

St Mawes is located on the mild, southern coast of Cornwall, where daffodils begin to bloom in January.  A quaint fishing village, St Mawes sits on the tip of the Roseland Peninsula, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty that remains largely unspoilt by any commercial influence. 

The Idle Rocks Hotel perches on the harbour wall in St Mawes - it isn't possible to get any closer to the water unless you are on it or in it!

The view from this little hotel in Cornwall is the Cornish dream brought to life: a small, idyllic harbour, narrow lanes of tidy fisherman's cottages, green fields that slope down to the sea and lovely sandy beaches.

From St Mawes, it is a quick ferry hop to Falmouth, across waters once guarded by its two mighty sentinels – Pendennis Castle and St Mawes Castle.  An even shorter ferry ride takes you to St Anthony’s Head, with its secluded coastal paths and landmark lighthouse.

The range of activities and days out that can be enjoyed from The Idle Rocks is varied, though it is perfectly acceptable - in fact, de riguer with many - to simply do nothing but relax and be happy in the beauty that surrounds you.

The Idle Rocks Hotel is part of Richardson Hotels of Distinction.

Rooms at The Rocks

The Idle Rocks hotel has 27 individually furnished bedrooms, many with fabulous sea views. Read more......

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Food at The Rocks

The Water’s Edge restaurant at The Idle Rocks has received award recognition for good food for over 20 consecutive years. Read more....

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Out & About at The Rocks

The Idle Rocks is located in one of the most beautiful parts of Cornwall. You can do as much - or as little - as you want! Read more.....

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