In a wooded valley 10 minutes’ walk from St Austell town, The Waterwheel Inn is surrounded by 1.5 acres of grounds. It has free Wi-Fi and free parking on site, and a full cooked breakfast is provided each morning. Guests can enjoy exploring the gardens and ponds. With attractive décor and a flat-screen TV, rooms at The Waterwheel Inn all benefit from facilities for making tea and coffee. Each has its own shower room, and some rooms also retain old wooden beams. Food is served in the elegant dining room, where you can enjoy a 3-course meal or select options from the à la carte menu. Dishes include chargrilled steaks, fresh fish and traditional favorites. The Waterwheel Inn is surrounded by charming fishing villages. The Eden Project is nearby, and the Lost Gardens of Heligan can be reached in 15 minutes by car. Lands End is 41 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 full bed
1 queen bed
1 full bed
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Guest review summary
Guests raved about the <b>friendly staff</b> and delicious <b>breakfast</b> options. The beautiful <b>garden</b> and <b>comfortable rooms</b> were also highlights. The <b>location</b> was praised for its convenience to attractions. Guests appreciated the <b>cleanliness</b> and comfort of the beds, making for a relaxing stay.
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Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.0
Location
8.8
Free Wifi
7.9

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Waterwheel
    • Cuisine
      European
    • Ambience
      Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Waterwheel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Golf course (within 2 miles)

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access

General

  • Adults only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Check-out
Until 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Kindly note that the property cannot process payments from American Express credit cards, and an alternative card will be required.

Please note that only children aged 13 years and older can be accommodated at The Waterwheel Inn.

Please note there are pets living at this property. It may not be suitable for guests with allergies.

Please do not book more than 5 rooms without first calling the property to insure that is feasible.

FAQs about The Waterwheel

  • Room options at The Waterwheel include:

    • Twin
    • Triple
    • Double
    • Suite
  • Check-in at The Waterwheel is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • The Waterwheel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • The Waterwheel has 1 restaurant:

    • The Waterwheel
  • The Waterwheel is 0.7 miles from the center of St Austell. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at The Waterwheel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go
  • The prices at The Waterwheel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.