Local Attractions
Falmouth is really well situated for exploring this region of Cornwall and is well served by bus and train services for getting about. If you come by car, then even the most remote areas are accessible. This part of Cornwall boasts an exceptionally pleasant climate, where it is warm in summer, as you would expect, but is usually very mild in the autumn and winter and not forgetting that spring arrives a little earlier than in other parts of the country. Because of the mild climate, many unusual plants thrive that you would normally associate with the more tropical areas of the world and this gives Falmouth a different 'feel' to that of other coastal resorts.
The hotel remains open throughout the year to cater for those who take their holiday during the golden autumn or winter months, during which it can be exceptionally mild in Falmouth.
Within about 45 minutes, you could be in Penzance, Lizard Peninsula, Lands End or visiting the Tate Gallery in St Ives. Alternatively, you could visit some of the many wonderful public gardens such as the Lost Gardens of Heligan or the truly awe inspiring Eden Project. This is now firmly established as one of the top visitor attractions in the country. In particular, Pendennis Castle is five minutes' drive from the hotel, around the scenic route along the coast, with wonderful panoramic views over to its twin, St Mawes Castle, and out to sea.
Falmouth's safe sandy beaches of Gyllyngvase, Swanpool, Maenporth and Castle, are all within 1 or 2 miles of the hotel.
National Maritime Museum - 1 Mile
Award winning museum of Cornish maritime history.
Trelissick Gardens - 6 Miles
Tranquil gardens with spectacular views of Falmouth and the open sea. A special way to visit these gardens is to catch the ferry up the River Fal; Trelissick have their own landing stage direct into the gardens.
Trebah Garden - 6 Miles
Closest gardens to the hotel with its own private beach.
National Seal Sanctuary - 9 Miles
Experts in seal rescue, rehabilitation and release.
Lost Gardens of Heligan - 20 Miles
Beautifully restored gardens.
Tate St. Ives - 28 Miles
Modern and contemporary art gallery.
Eden Project - 30 Miles
World renowned conservation project.