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4- and 5-star hotels in Saltash
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star hotels in Saltash, the Cornish town known as the Gateway to Cornwall. It covers riverside country clubs, golf estates and self-catering cottages for couples, families and business travellers.
Staying in Saltash
Saltash sits on the Cornish side of the River Tamar, facing Plymouth across the water. Visitors come for the Waterside and its views of the Royal Albert Bridge, the walks and cycling of the Tamar Valley, and the shops and markets of the town centre. The A38 crosses the Tamar Bridge into the town, and the railway station on the Cornish Main Line links Saltash with Plymouth, Truro and London Paddington.
The hotels on this shortlist are spread around the town and its surrounds. The Crooked Inn is the closest to the centre, at 1.6 km, while Smeaton Farm lies 3.6 km away and China Fleet Country Club 5.3 km. Outlying addresses include Pentillie Castle and Estate and St. Mellion Estate, both around 6 km from the centre, and Kingbarth at 23.7 km. Couples and golfers gravitate to the St. Mellion and Pentillie addresses, families to the country clubs and cottages, and business travellers to the larger estates with meeting and fitness facilities.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Pentillie Castle and Estate
St Mellion Paynters Crosssaltashcornwall Pl12 6Qd, Saltash, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereFive-star castle estate at Paynters Cross, 5.7 km from Saltash centre, with an outdoor pool and pool bar, a golf course and gymnasium on site, plus archery, table tennis and bicycle hire for active days. Gardens, a terrace and picnic area suit guests who want grounds to wander, and free parking and wifi remove the practical worries. A choice for families and groups who want sport and space around a historic house.
See Pentillie Castle and EstateKingbarth
Kingbarth Lerryn, Saltash, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA five-star house at Lerryn, 23.7 km from the centre, set up for self-catering stays with a kitchen, dishwasher, microwave and washing machine, and a fireplace and garden for slower evenings. Cots and high chairs are provided, so families with young children can settle in easily, and non-smoking rooms, smoke detectors and free parking cover the basics. Best for guests who want a quiet rural base and their own cooking.
See KingbarthNirvana
Nirvana Market Street, Saltash, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThis five-star property on Market Street, 11.2 km from the centre, puts the sea and a beach within reach and welcomes pets. Inside there is a kitchen with dishwasher and microwave, a fireplace, a garden and a hairdryer, with cots and high chairs for young children. Non-smoking rooms and parking are provided. It suits guests travelling with a dog who want coastal access and the freedom of their own kitchen.
See NirvanaChina Fleet Country Club
North Pill, Saltash, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereA 4-star country club at North Pill, 5.3 km from Saltash centre, holding a 4.5 out of 5 rating from 1727 reviews. Sport and leisure dominate: indoor pool with kids pool and Jacuzzi, fitness centre and gymnasium, badminton, aerobics, mini golf and a golf course, with massage and a beauty salon for recovery. Family rooms, a playground and picnic area help with children, and free parking and wifi are included. Good for active families and guests on longer stays.
See China Fleet Country ClubChapel Pod
Higher Chapel Farm Halton Quay, Saltash, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 4-star pod at Higher Chapel Farm in Halton Quay, 7.3 km from the centre, rated 4.7 out of 5 across 51 reviews. The compact setup covers a kitchen with microwave, refrigerator and toaster, plus a bathroom, TV and smoke detector, and there is a garden and fishing on hand. Pets are allowed and parking is free. It suits couples or solo guests wanting a simple, well-reviewed rural base close to the water.
See Chapel PodSt. Mellion Estate
St Mellion, Saltash, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereA 4-star estate at St Mellion, 6.0 km from Saltash centre, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 1402 reviews. Golf is the anchor, backed by an indoor pool with kids pool and Jacuzzi, a fitness centre, sauna and massage, and a restaurant and bars on site. Rooms come with air conditioning, and some have a balcony or patio, with free parking and wifi. It fits golfers and guests who want pool, spa and dining without leaving the grounds.
See St. Mellion EstateThe Crooked Inn
Stoketon Cross, Saltash, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereA 4-star inn at Stoketon Cross, the closest on this list at 1.6 km from Saltash centre, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 882 reviews. There is a restaurant on site and free parking and wifi, with a picnic area and tennis court outdoors and fishing, sailing and surfing available nearby. Multilingual staff and wedding services add to the offering. A practical base for guests who want to be near town and still have sport and the coast within reach.
See The Crooked InnTrenethick
Trenethick, Saltash, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereA 4-star guesthouse at Trenethick, 6.8 km from the centre, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 19 reviews. Breakfast is served and wifi and parking are free, with a garden and picnic area for time outside, plus luggage storage, a safe and a smoking area. Wheelchair access is available. It suits guests who prefer a small, highly rated place with breakfast included and easy parking rather than a large resort.
See TrenethickSmeaton Farm
Pillaton, Saltash, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereA 4-star farm stay at Pillaton, 3.6 km from Saltash centre, with a restaurant and bar on site and room service, plus family rooms, a garden, terrace and playground, and a picnic area. Bathrooms come with a bath and hairdryer, and there are laundry and dry cleaning services plus a shuttle service. Free wifi and parking are included. It works for families and guests who want a rural base with meals and services on hand.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pentillie Castle and Estate | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 5.7 km |
| Kingbarth | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 23.7 km |
| Nirvana | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 11.2 km |
| China Fleet Country Club | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 5.3 km |
| Chapel Pod | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 7.3 km |
| St. Mellion Estate | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 6.0 km |
| The Crooked Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 1.6 km |
| Trenethick | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 6.8 km |
| Smeaton Farm | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 3.6 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
China Fleet Country Club has family rooms, a kids pool, a playground and mini golf alongside its indoor pool. St. Mellion Estate adds a kids pool, playground and cots. Smeaton Farm offers family rooms, a playground and a garden, with breakfast and parking on site.
China Fleet Country Club · St. Mellion Estate · Smeaton Farm
For couples
The Crooked Inn gives couples fishing, sailing and a restaurant on the doorstep, 1.6 km from the centre. Trenethick is a quiet garden property with breakfast included.
For golfers
St. Mellion Estate and Pentillie Castle and Estate both list a golf course and sit in the St. Mellion area. China Fleet Country Club pairs a golf course with a gymnasium, indoor pool and jacuzzi, making it a practical base for a golf-focused break.
St. Mellion Estate · Pentillie Castle and Estate · China Fleet Country Club
For business travellers
China Fleet Country Club has a business centre, 24-hour front desk, lifts and meeting facilities. St. Mellion Estate offers express check-in, room service, a restaurant and a business-ready setting with parking and free wifi, 6 km from the town centre.
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Saltash is accessible by road via the A38, which crosses the Tamar Bridge from Plymouth. The town has a railway station on the Cornish Main Line, with services to Plymouth, Truro and London Paddington. By bus, several routes connect Saltash with Plymouth and nearby towns. For international travel, Exeter Airport is the nearest major airport, approximately 50 miles away. Getting around Saltash is easiest by car, though the town centre and Waterside are walkable. Local buses serve the surrounding areas, and the Tamar Bridge has a pedestrian and cycle path.
When to go
The best time to visit Saltash is from late spring to early autumn, when the weather is mild and the days are longer. Summer months bring more visitors to the Tamar Valley, and local events may take place. Spring and autumn offer quieter conditions for walking and exploring. Winter can be wet and windy, but the town remains open for business.
Questions, answered
Which listed hotel is closest to Saltash town centre?
The Crooked Inn, at Stoketon Cross, is 1.6 km from the centre. Smeaton Farm follows at 3.6 km, and China Fleet Country Club at 5.3 km. The Crooked Inn is the easiest of the four-star options to reach on foot from the shops and railway station.
Which hotels in Saltash have a pool?
China Fleet Country Club and St. Mellion Estate both list an indoor pool, a kids pool and a jacuzzi. Pentillie Castle and Estate lists an outdoor pool and a swimming pool, along with a pool bar. The remaining hotels on this shortlist do not list swimming facilities.
Which Saltash hotels allow pets?
Nirvana on Market Street and Chapel Pod at Halton Quay both list pets allowed. Neither of the other listed hotels names pets among its facilities, so confirm directly if you plan to travel with a dog.
Where can I park in Saltash?
Free car parking is listed at Pentillie Castle and Estate, Kingbarth, China Fleet Country Club, St. Mellion Estate, The Crooked Inn, Trenethick and Smeaton Farm. Nirvana and Chapel Pod list parking without stating that it is free.
Which hotel is best for a family stay?
China Fleet Country Club suits families with family rooms, a kids pool, a playground and mini golf. St. Mellion Estate adds a kids pool and cots, and Smeaton Farm has family rooms, a playground and a garden, though it has no guest rating recorded.
What are the top-rated hotels on this shortlist?
Chapel Pod and Trenethick both score 4.7 out of 5, from 51 and 19 reviews respectively. China Fleet Country Club follows at 4.5 from 1727 reviews, and St. Mellion Estate and The Crooked Inn both score 4.3.
Do any Saltash hotels have a golf course?
Pentillie Castle and Estate, Kingbarth, China Fleet Country Club, Chapel Pod and St. Mellion Estate all list a golf course among their facilities. St. Mellion Estate and Pentillie Castle and Estate carry St. Mellion addresses, the area known for its golf resort.
Can I get breakfast at these Saltash hotels?
Trenethick lists breakfast, and China Fleet Country Club lists breakfast in room and a buffet. St. Mellion Estate and The Crooked Inn have restaurants, while the cottage-style properties such as Nirvana and Chapel Pod provide kitchens instead.