The Ship and Castle
Hotel, 3-starTHE WATERFRONT, SAINT MAWES, Truro, England, TR2 5DG, Truro, United KingdomShow on map
7.2 · Good163 reviews
- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.4 out of 10, at THE WATERFRONT, SAINT MAWES, Truro, England, TR2 5DG.
- Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.
Dine & Unwind Stop by the hotel's restaurant for dinner, or grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily for a fee.
Convenient Amenities Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Comfortable Stay Make yourself at home in one of the 54 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Discover relaxation and seaside charm at The Ship and Castle in Truro. Book now to enjoy a beachfront getaway amidst Cornwall's stunning beauty.
What this place offers
- Elevator
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Assistive listening devices available
- Snack bar/deli
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Free WiFi
- 24-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
Rooms
7.2
Good
Rated 7.2 out of 10 by 163 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness5.4
- Service8.8
- Location9.4
- Rooms6.8
- Amenities6.9
- Value5.3
- Food & drink7.4
Guests mention
Great locationFriendly staff
MichaelWe booked a 2 night stay, with our daughter in order to be at a close friend's funeral service and wake. The hotel is ideally located to appreciate the view across the water, and to watch the comings and goings in the…
RichardLovely and well priced hotel in an expensive part of the world
sidneyBarman was very good, but shut to early,lovely views from bedroom balcony.
LeslieIncredible room, incredible view. Lovely breakfast.
AndrewService was friendly enough but what ever you do don't ask for an early breakfast. I was booked on a fishing trip at 8am so I asked both the night before and the next morning if I could maybe get a sausage bap or…
Phillstaff are brill. Sadly due to the hotel closing shortly the management seem to think it s ok not to give the customer what he expects. ie
menu not as on line.
restaurant not open sunday night
no music or entertainment
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
THE WATERFRONT, SAINT MAWES, Truro, England, TR2 5DG, Truro, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 9.4 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
No children
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Pets allowed on request; charges may apply
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Pets. Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Children and extra beds. No rollaway/extra beds available
General. Cashless transactions are available
Guest type. Essential workers only - NO
Pets. Pets allowed
General. Professional property host/manager
Children and extra beds. No cribs (infant beds) available
Pets. Only dogs are allowed
Pets. Service animals are allowed
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about The Ship and Castle
What time is check-in and check-out at The Ship and Castle?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does The Ship and Castle allow pets?
Yes — the property states that pets are allowed. Size, number and fee are set by the property rather than by us, so say you're bringing a pet when you book and we'll confirm the terms before anything is charged.
Is there parking at The Ship and Castle?
Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.
Is breakfast included at The Ship and Castle?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does The Ship and Castle have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I check in late at The Ship and Castle?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book The Ship and Castle?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is The Ship and Castle?
THE WATERFRONT, SAINT MAWES, Truro, England, TR2 5DG, Truro.
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