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The Waterwheel Inn

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A serene pond with lily pads and greenery, surrounded by a wooden deck and a stone pathway. - The Waterwheel Inn (St Austell)
A stone building with a large water wheel, a sign for 'The Waterwheel Inn' indicating it is a restaurant and bar, and a black dog lying on the ground. - The Waterwheel Inn (St Austell)
A long table set for a formal dinner in a conservatory with glass walls, surrounded by chairs and candles. - The Waterwheel Inn (St Austell)
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A gazebo with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants. - The Waterwheel Inn (St Austell)
Consider a stay at The Waterwheel Inn and take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site restaurant, The Waterwheel Restaurant, serves dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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Room options

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View all photos for Standard Triple Room

A double bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside table, and a nightstand with a lamp. The room has a window with curtains, a radiator, and a patterned wallpaper.

Standard Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two single beds, each with a bedside table, lamps, and floral-patterned pillows. A painting of a field with red flowers hangs on the wall.

Standard Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A neatly made bed with floral bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chandelier.

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with two towels, bedside lamps, a painting of flowers, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Double Room (Small Double)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Garden View

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a building with large windows.

Double Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

St Austell is home to The Waterwheel Inn. St Austell Brewery and Charlestown Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cornwall National Landscape and Charlestown Beach. Eden Project and Wheal Martyn China Clay Country Park are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails and ziplining. Visit our St Austell travel guide
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Map
Bodmin Road, Trethowel, St Austell, England, PL25 5RR

What's nearby

  • Large transparent domes in a lush green landscape with a distant view of a modern building and a bridge.
    Eden Project
    12 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • A lush garden with various leafy greens and flowering plants.
    Lost Gardens of Heligan
    16 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • St Austell Brewery
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • St Austell Leisure Centre
    3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Charlestown Harbour
    6 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • St Austell Station
    3 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • KFC
    2 min drive
  • Duke of Cornwall
    5 min drive
  • The Carclaze
    5 min drive
  • King's Kebab - Saint Austell
    15 min walk
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive

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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

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Waterwheel Restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1780
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 13 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Children 13 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Waterwheel Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Waterwheel Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 20 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Waterwheel Inn?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Waterwheel Inn located?

Situated in St Austell, this inn is within 2 mi (3 km) of St Austell Brewery, St Austell Leisure Centre, and Wheal Martyn China Clay Country Park. Cornwall National Landscape and Duporth Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). St Austell Station is 21 minutes by foot and St Austell (USX-St Austell Train Station) is 22 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Waterwheel Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 241 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 241 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 241 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 241 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 241 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Davinderpal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very calm, relaxing and family friendly place. Really enjoyed out stay, the garden was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay. Food was wonderful. Staff where also fantastic. Dig friendly to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, quiet area, handy for the Eden project, amazing gardens
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very good breakfast, with plenty of choice. Lots of free parking. Excellent restaurant - the food is of a very high standard.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first night here was on Monday 1st June. I was travelling around the area for work. I enjoyed it here that much, I booked back in on the Wednesday 3rd. It’s a great location, great food and fantastic staff. I travel around the country for work, no doubt I will be staying here again when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

LINDA

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

Great stay

Comfortable room, great food and staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked the small double which was very clean and cosy. Breakfast was excellent with a very good choice. They have a restaurant for evening meals which was great. Plenty of parking available.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
À lovely venue for some « off the beaten track » relaxation. Grounds are lovely with many quiet escapes. Great menus, well thought through and cooked in House. Breakfasts are brilliant with lovely hand made préservés and cereals. All in all, highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MAURICE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good food, decent room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful place to stay. Lovely little touches make it feel like home. Food was superb, breakfast cooked to order so nice and fresh. Great choice for evenings too. The gardens are awesome. It is a credit to Francesca, Mark and the rest of the staff. We will certainly stay there whenever we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly clean comfortable hotel with good food, close to several attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

Lovely hotel

Hotel in lovely location and grounds were wonderful, the food in the restaurant was good and room was very comfortable and clean. Would definitely recommend a stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sang Yu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location of this hotel is convenient for visiting beautiful spots around.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don't go away to find fault anywhere, but usually something will be wrong. That did not happen here, great location, great food, lovely people and exceptionally clean. We can't wait to return
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Wonderful relaxing accommodation and food

Excellent place to stay, with friendly staff and owners. Food quality and selection was also excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A pleasant, popular and friendly hotel, with good food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

COLIN

Liked: Amenities
Easy to find, very helpful staff food excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay,made very welcome. Lovely gardens with some nice walks. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so friendly and accommodating, nothing was too much trouble. Food was amazing, gardens were fabulous. Would recommend this property to everyone and would certainly book to go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very friendly staff, help with early breakfast, great food. Happy stay, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, beautiful garden, friendly staff, delicious breakfast, great value. Can't really ask for more!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Lovell hotel.

Great place to stay. Room was very comfortable. Food was great and the staff uniformly excellent. Friendly, helpful and very efficient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cosy room, pleasant and efficient staff. Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jens

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

Nice and super inn

Fantastic place, garden and terrasse Landlord and staff friendly and wellcoming all in all a super stay for 3 days
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edna

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

Small but excellent!!

I had a small but very comfortable room at the Waterwheel. The bed was roomy for a single person and the shower was excellent. Staff couldn’t have been more friendly and helpful and the meals were good. This is a well run hotel and very good value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025