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The Idle Rocks

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Terrace/patio
Seaview Cosy
Grand Room, Sea View (Grand Sea View)
Front of property
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$568
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Explore the area

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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)

Grand Room, Sea View (Grand Sea View)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Village Cosy)

Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Village Cosy)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room (Village Hideaway)

Standard Double Room (Village Hideaway)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, Harbour View (Harbour View)

Deluxe Room, Harbour View (Harbour View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, Sea View (Seaview Room)

Superior Room, Sea View (Seaview Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Grand Harbour View

Grand Harbour View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Seaview Cosy

Seaview Cosy

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Cable channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

St. Mawes

A luxury stay in Truro awaits you at The Idle Rocks. Within steps you'll find Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Roseland Visitor Centre. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This beach hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and luggage storage. .Sights within a short walk of this 4-property class Truro hotel include St. Mawes Beach and within a 15-minute walk you'll find St. Mawes Castle.

What's nearby

  • Falmouth University - 28 min drive - 5.2 km
  • National Maritime Museum Cornwall - 28 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Gyllyngvase Beach - 29 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Pendennis Castle - 30 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Swanpool Beach - 30 min drive - 6.5 km

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

Beachfront hotel for sun and fun
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury The Idle Rocks. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Truro hotel is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Idle Rocks offers 19 accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottles of water. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and slippers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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 transport

  • 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 lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

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

  • Pets: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 30.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Idle Rocks?

The Idle Rocks offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Idle Rocks?

As of 30 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Idle Rocks on 2 Nov 2025 start from NZ$567.70, including 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.

Is parking available at The Idle Rocks?

Yep, The Idle Rocks has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Idle Rocks?

Yep, The Idle Rocks is on St. Mawes Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing and fishing.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Idle Rocks?

No, The Idle Rocks does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Idle Rocks?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Idle Rocks?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.