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The Ship and Castle

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A coastal hotel with multiple stories, a prominent sign, and a beach in the foreground. - The Ship and Castle (Truro)
A coastal town with a prominent white building labeled 'Ship & Castle Hotel'. - The Ship and Castle (Truro)
A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a lamp, a wall with a painting, and a window. - The Ship and Castle (Truro)
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A restaurant with a long bench seating area, tables, chairs, and a view of the water. - The Ship and Castle (Truro)
At The Ship and Castle, you can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities, and a bar. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a lamp.

Boutique Double

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a lamp.

Boutique Double Seaview

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

Luxe Double SeaView

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

Luxe Family

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a lamp.

Cabin Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a lamp, a wall with a painting, and a window.

Cabin Double Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

Boutique Premium Double

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a lamp.

Luxe Double

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

Luxe Family Sea View Terrace

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A coastal town with white buildings, a rocky shoreline, and boats on the water.

Luxe Family Sea View Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

Superior Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

Boutique Double Sea View Terrace

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Truro, The Ship and Castle is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cornwall National Landscape and St. Mawes Beach, while Royal Cornwall Museum and Hall for Cornwall are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Aberfal Outdoor Pursuits, or consider a night out at Gwennap Pit. Visit our St. Mawes travel guide
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THE WATERFRONT, SAINT MAWES, Truro, England, TR2 5DG

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, green hills, and a clear blue sea.
    Porthbeor Beach
    13 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • 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
  • South West Coast Path Section 29 Trailhead
    33 min drive - 3.7 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
  • Verdant Seafood Bar
    28 min drive
  • Plume of Feathers
    8 min drive
  • Cribbs Cornwall
    28 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 offsite parking within 1 mile
  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per night)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 16 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • 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)

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
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 June 12 2026 to September 30 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 16.00 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 10 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ship and Castle pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 10 per night. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Ship and Castle?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Ship and Castle?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Ship and Castle located?

Situated by the sea, this hotel is steps from Cornwall National Landscape, St. Mawes Beach, and Roseland Visitor Centre. St. Mawes Castle and Towan Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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 Ship and Castle Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.0

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 319 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 319 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 319 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 319 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 319 reviews

Reviews

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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place,lovely breakfast, close to sea
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

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
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8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Amenities
Value 4 money, clean, friendly staff and a good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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4/10 Poor

Lee

Disliked: Amenities
good price, good brekfast buffet, freindly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Beautiful location and great walking around hotel. Ferry is located just outside hotel and gives easy access to Falmouth.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

mark

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

Nice stay

Nice clean and comfortable accommodation, great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Val

Reasonably priced but it was only a small single room but clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, great location and good value for money
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views from.hotel Comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible room, incredible view. Lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Saint Mawes Stay

Lovely location and nice Lounge, Bar & Breakfast areas - very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely and the views from our room across the estuary were beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Anne Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly Staff and lovely views
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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8/10 Good

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great stay, close to pub and shops. Balcony room with harbour views. Hotel is a bit tied in places but didn't ruin our stay. Victory inn next door is a good place to get a drink and food is good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely relax stay. staff were lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were made to feel welcome by the receptionist, barman and dinning staff. Their friendly and helpful manner added to the enjoyment of our stay. We would highly recommend people to stay at the Ship and Castle.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice and convenient hotel right on the water by the pier with easy access to the Falmouth ferry and very central to all the surroundings area. We had breakfast in another location as we explored this lovely sea port area overlooking the Falmouth Bay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place some parts dated but overall very good place to stay right in the middle of the harbour
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Helen

Amazing room overlooking the sea..
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Brian Lionel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location & good value for the money.

Location is perfect and breakfast was served in the restaurant over looking the sea and harbour. The hotel is an older building but when price is taken into account it's good value for the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place grear veiws comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024