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The Ship and Castle

3.0 star property
Truro beachfront hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Perched by the sea, The Ship and Castle offers a warm welcome with its on-site restaurant serving breakfast and dinner. Take in the ocean views or relax over a coffee at the cafe while staying connected with free WiFi. Helpful staff, luggage storage, and an elevator make your stay seamless.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Pets allowed

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Sea View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room, Sea View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
THE WATERFRONT, SAINT MAWES, Truro, England, TR2 5DG

What's nearby

  • St. Mawes Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Roseland Visitor Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Mawes Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Discovery Quay - 28 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Falriver Visitor Information Centre - 28 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 61 min drive
  • St Austell Station - 28 min drive
  • St Austell (USX-St Austell Train Station) - 29 min drive
  • Camborne Station - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chain Locker - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪The 'Front - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Stable - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Plume of Feathers - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Ship and Castle

Enjoy your visit to Truro with a stay at The Ship and Castle. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 54 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 8 per night)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • On the beach

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
View Cafe - This café serves light fare only. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10.95 per person

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 13 2025 to April 30 2026 (dates subject to change).

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 8 per night

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Ship Castle Hotel St Mawes
Ship Castle St Mawes
The Ship Castle
The Ship Castle Hotel
The Ship and Castle Hotel
The Ship and Castle Truro
The Ship and Castle Hotel Truro

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ship and Castle currently open?

This property is closed from October 13 2025 to April 30 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does The Ship and Castle offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Ship and Castle does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Ship and Castle?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Ship and Castle?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 8 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ship and Castle?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are there restaurants at or near The Ship and Castle?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Ship and Castle like?

The Ship and Castle is a short 1-minute walk from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and 9 minutes' walk from St. Mawes Castle. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

The Ship and Castle Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.0

Eco-friendliness

6.6

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Lovely and well priced hotel in an expensive part of the world
Richard, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely little place in a great location.
Ashley, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very friendly and clean hotel ,really enjoyed the stay.staff friendly food good .
Janet, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were extremely helpful the view was great really enjoyed our stay
Mark, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would def stay there again.
Diane, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Reasonably priced but it was only a small single room but clean and comfortable
Val, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Hotel a bit 'tired', but good news is that it closed today for complete refurbishment.
The view from the window.
Alistair, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Barman was very good, but shut to early,lovely views from bedroom balcony.
sidney, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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
RICHARD, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super fun place to stay! Easy check in and out! Adding on breakfast was well worth it!
Brittany, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quaint and charming

Location was perfect, right in the center of the small town and close to the bus stop. Staff was professional and kind. Our room was in a bad spot overlooking the trash cans and very close to a pub but overall the location was wonderful
Linda, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Didnt like the walk from the town car park to the hotel, with heavy bags this was a struggle, staff friendly and helpful, toilet struggled to flush, fantastic views from the room, nice breakfast, lovely eateries new by
Alison, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place,lovely breakfast, close to sea
Paula, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It was right by the harbour.
Philip, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Value 4 money, clean, friendly staff and a good breakfast.
Jane, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful location and great walking around hotel. Ferry is located just outside hotel and gives easy access to Falmouth.
Peter, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location is the best spot view of the sea front. Hotel staffs are professionally friendly, has a very good & healthy environment, well kept, clean & tidy room & dog friendly. Our puppy ‘ a long coat Chihuahua, has great fun during our stay.
Emmie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay stunning sceanery would recommend
Brian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a lovely nights stay. Enjoyed sitting on balcony watching the world go by. Only draw back was not being able to get food after 8.45pm anywhere in st mawes
Kathryn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Thank you for making it happen

Amazing staff , so helpful and accommodating to my request to make my dad’s 80th birthday trip a success . Waking up with a sea view was a lovely . Amazing village and friendly locals .
Simon, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Amazing room overlooking the sea..
Helen, 4-night trip

4/10 Fair

good price, good brekfast buffet, freindly staff
Lee, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The staff were welcoming and allowed us to check-in early. Unfortunately, the bar and restaurant were closed and only breakfast available, which was very disappointing. The rooms were decorated and cleaned to a good standard, although we both found the mattress too firm.
Rebecca, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Very quiet area an hotel Not alof to do
Lucy, 2-night trip