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4-star hotels in Truro
A shortlist of 4-star hotels in Truro, from the cathedral-quarter streets to the Roseland coast, chosen for travellers who want a rated stay that matches how they plan to spend their days in Cornwall.
Staying in Truro
Truro is Cornwall's administrative centre, known for its cathedral, Georgian architecture and cobbled city-centre streets, and it works well as a base for exploring the county. The main sights sit close together: Truro Cathedral, the Royal Cornwall Museum and the Hall for Cornwall are all within walking distance of the centre. The hotels on this shortlist spread from the city itself out to the coast. Mannings Hotel on Lemon Street, County Arms and Merchant House are close to the middle, while The Alverton sits on Tregolls Road, a main road into the city from the east where larger hotels have parking and quick access to the centre.
Further out, the addresses name the coast and the countryside: The Rosevine at Rosevine near Portscatho, Hotel Tresanton and St Mawes Hotel in St Mawes, The Idle Rocks at St Mawes harbourside, Chycara House at Carnon Downs, The Old Vicarage at St Clement, Orchard Manor at Probus, Bissick Old Mill at Ladock, Rose In Vale Country House Hotel at Mithian, Red Fox Barn at Goonhavern and Cornish Holiday Bodannon on Towan Road. City addresses suit short breaks and business trips, coastal ones suit couples, and the family-room properties suit families touring by car.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
The Alverton
Tregolls Road, Truro, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereA 4-star address on Tregolls Road, about 1.4 km from the centre of Truro, with a garden, a terrace and its own restaurant. Guest reviews number 1070 and average 4.5 out of 5. Free parking and free wifi are included, and pets are allowed, so it works well for drivers exploring Cornwall who want to bring the dog. Families are catered for with family rooms, while room service and a 24 hour front desk suit guests arriving late.
See The AlvertonThe Rosevine
Rosevine Nr Portscatho, Truro, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereSet at Rosevine near Portscatho, roughly 10.6 km from Truro, this 4-star property pairs an indoor pool with a garden and a restaurant. Its 150 guest reviews give it 4.6 out of 5. The beach nearby and fishing make it a natural fit for couples and families who plan their days around the coast, and the babysitting service, cots and high chairs keep things easy for those travelling with young children. Free parking and free wifi.
See The RosevineHotel Tresanton
27 Lower Castle Rd St Mawes, Truro, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Lounge
Why stay hereOn Lower Castle Rd in St Mawes, about 12.3 km from Truro, this 4-star hotel has a garden, a lounge and a restaurant, with the beach nearby. It holds 4.5 out of 5 from 376 guest reviews. A games room and a fireplace give it a relaxed, house-like feel, and the massage service, concierge and luggage storage appeal to guests who want to settle in by the water. Free parking and free wifi are provided, and family rooms and cots are available.
See Hotel TresantonRed Fox Barn
The Barn Reen Cross Goonhavern Perranporth Tr4 9Js United Kingdom Truro, Truro, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereRed Fox Barn sits at Reen Cross near Goonhavern, some 9.7 km from Truro, and guests rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 27 reviews. The 4-star property is a strong pick for guests whose trip is built around the sea: the beach is nearby, and diving, surfing and fishing are all on offer. A garden and a restaurant round out the stay, with free wifi, free bottled water and parking. Note that pets are not allowed here.
See Red Fox BarnMannings Hotel
Lemon Street, Truro, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAt 0.8 km from the centre of Truro on Lemon Street, Mannings Hotel is the closest of the group to the middle of town. The 4-star hotel has 476 guest reviews and a rating of 4.4 out of 5. Free parking and free wifi, a 24 hour front desk and a restaurant make it convenient for guests who want to leave the car and walk in, and the wake-up service and non smoking rooms suit business and leisure travellers alike.
See Mannings HotelSt Mawes Hotel
Commercial Road Saint Mawes, Truro, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Travelling with pets
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereIn St Mawes on Commercial Road, about 12.3 km from Truro, St Mawes Hotel is a 4-star property with 427 guest reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5. Sea views and a terrace are the draw, backed by a lounge and a restaurant. The beach nearby, a concierge and room service make it comfortable for couples, and family rooms, cots and a babysitting service mean it also works for guests with children. Free wifi throughout.
See St Mawes HotelThe Idle Rocks
Harbourside St. Mawes Cornwall, Truro, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Swimming pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereThe Idle Rocks stands harbourside in St Mawes, roughly 12.2 km from Truro, and offers sea views to go with its 4.4 out of 5 rating from 304 guest reviews. This 4-star hotel leans into the water: beach nearby, fishing, canoeing and a bike rental service, plus a restaurant and lounge for the evenings. Guests wanting extra comfort can book a massage, and the concierge and luggage storage smooth arrival. Free parking and free wifi are available.
See The Idle RocksBissick Old Mill
Bissick Old Mill Ladock Cornwall Uk Tr24pg, Truro, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBissick Old Mill in Ladock, around 9.5 km from Truro, is a small 4-star property with 46 guest reviews and a 4.7 out of 5 rating. The setting is quiet and simple, with free parking, free wifi and non smoking rooms throughout. It suits guests who want a restful base away from the town while still being within easy reach of Truro by car, and the guest rating reflects how well that formula is received.
See Bissick Old MillCounty Arms
Highertown, Truro, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Family rooms
Why stay hereCounty Arms on Highertown, 0.9 km from central Truro, is a 4-star hotel with 1844 guest reviews and a rating of 4.3 out of 5. Free parking, free wifi, a restaurant and a bar make it a practical choice, and air conditioning is available along with wheelchair accessible facilities. A garden and terrace add outdoor space, while the 24 hour front desk and luggage storage help guests coming and going at any hour.
See County ArmsOrchard Manor
Fore Street Probustruro Tr2 4Lycornwall, Truro, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereOrchard Manor at Fore Street in Probus, about 8.0 km from Truro, holds 4.7 out of 5 from 31 guest reviews. The 4-star house offers a sauna and a jacuzzi alongside a garden, plus room service and a lounge for quieter evenings. Kitchen and kitchenette facilities, a microwave and a refrigerator make longer stays easier, and babysitting, family rooms and cots are on hand. Free parking and free wifi.
See Orchard ManorRose In Vale Country House Hotel
Mithian, Truro, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereRose In Vale Country House Hotel in Mithian, roughly 9.1 km from Truro, is a 4-star country house with an outdoor pool, a garden and a terrace. Its 107 guest reviews give it 4.3 out of 5. Guests can arrange horse riding, sailing, diving, surfing and fishing, so it fits an active Cornwall break, while the restaurant, bar and lounge provide somewhere to unwind. Free parking and free wifi, with luggage storage and express check in and check out.
See Rose In Vale Country House HotelCornish Holiday Bodannon
Towan Road, Truro, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereCornish Holiday Bodannon on Towan Road, about 12.5 km from Truro, is a 4-star self-catering style stay with 13 guest reviews and a 4.6 out of 5 rating. The beach is nearby, and the property provides a kitchen, dishwasher, microwave, washing machine and toaster, making it well suited to families or groups who prefer to cook for themselves. A garden and terrace, plus free parking and free wifi, and pets are allowed.
See Cornish Holiday BodannonChycara House
Chyreen Lane, Carnon Downs, Truro, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereChycara House at Chyreen Lane in Carnon Downs, some 5.1 km from Truro, is a 4-star property with a swimming pool, a garden and a tennis court. Water sports and fishing are on offer, and the kitchen, dishwasher, microwave and washing machine suit guests staying longer or travelling with family. Air conditioning, free parking and free wifi add convenience. There are no guest review figures available for this hotel.
See Chycara HouseThe Old Vicarage
St Clement, Truro, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Old Vicarage in St Clement, about 3.4 km from Truro, is a 4-star property with a garden, a terrace and a picnic area. Room service is available, along with free parking, free wifi and a free newspaper. Adjoining rooms make it workable for families or friends travelling together, and the setting close to Truro but outside the centre suits guests who want a quieter base. There are no guest review figures available for this property.
See The Old VicarageMerchant House
49 Falmouth Road, Truro, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereMerchant House on Falmouth Road, 1.0 km from central Truro, is a 4-star hotel with a bar, lounge and breakfast service. Free parking and free wifi are provided, and pets are allowed. Kitchen and kitchenette facilities, a microwave and a refrigerator give guests more flexibility than a standard room, while the concierge, luggage storage and business centre cover both leisure and work trips. There are no guest review figures available for this hotel.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Alverton | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 1,070 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 1.4 km |
| The Rosevine | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 150 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 10.6 km |
| Hotel Tresanton | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 376 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 12.3 km |
| Red Fox Barn | ★★★★ | 5.0 | 27 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 9.7 km |
| Mannings Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 476 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.8 km |
| St Mawes Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 427 | – | – | – | Yes | 12.3 km |
| The Idle Rocks | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 304 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 12.2 km |
| Bissick Old Mill | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 46 | Yes | – | – | – | 9.5 km |
| County Arms | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 1,844 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.9 km |
| Orchard Manor | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 31 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 8.0 km |
| Rose In Vale Country House Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 107 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 9.1 km |
| Cornish Holiday Bodannon | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 13 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 12.5 km |
| Chycara House | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes | – | 5.1 km |
| The Old Vicarage | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | – | 3.4 km |
| Merchant House | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 1.0 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Family rooms at The Alverton and County Arms keep a city base simple, and County Arms adds a garden and a wheelchair accessible layout. Cornish Holiday Bodannon has a kitchen, high chairs and a washing machine for longer stays, and The Rosevine adds an indoor pool plus cots and babysitting service.
The Alverton · County Arms · Cornish Holiday Bodannon · The Rosevine
For couples
Hotel Tresanton and The Idle Rocks both sit by the water at St Mawes, with sea views and massage available at The Idle Rocks, while St Mawes Hotel offers a terrace and balcony rooms.
Hotel Tresanton · The Idle Rocks · St Mawes Hotel · Merchant House
On the coast
The Rosevine, Hotel Tresanton, St Mawes Hotel and The Idle Rocks all list a beach nearby, so the sea is the point of the stay rather than a day trip. Fishing appears at all four, and canoe hire is listed at The Idle Rocks for getting out on the water.
The Rosevine · Hotel Tresanton · St Mawes Hotel · The Idle Rocks
Country and village stays
Bissick Old Mill, Orchard Manor, Chycara House and Rose In Vale Country House Hotel trade the city for village and countryside addresses. Orchard Manor has a sauna and jacuzzi, Chycara House a swimming pool and tennis court, and Rose In Vale an outdoor pool, with horse riding listed at nearby Chycara House.
Bissick Old Mill · Orchard Manor · Chycara House · Rose In Vale Country House Hotel
Where to stay in Truro
Tregolls Road
Tregolls Road is a main road leading into Truro from the east, where several larger hotels are located, with parking and quick access to the city centre. The Alverton stands on this road, so it combines a garden and terrace with an easy run into the cathedral quarter.
Our picks here: The Alverton
St Mawes
St Mawes is the coastal counterpoint to Truro, reached by road on the Roseland peninsula. Hotel Tresanton, St Mawes Hotel and The Idle Rocks all give you the harbour and a beach nearby, with sea views and boat-based days out, which makes the village a strong choice for couples and slower breaks.
Our picks here: Hotel Tresanton · The Idle Rocks
Carnon Downs
Carnon Downs lies south of Truro, with Chycara House as a base for the water and countryside around it. The hotel lists a swimming pool, tennis court, lake and water sports, so it suits guests who want activity on the doorstep rather than a city pavement.
Our picks here: Chycara House
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels are closest to Truro city centre?
Mannings Hotel is 0.8 km from the centre, County Arms 0.9 km, Merchant House 1.0 km and The Alverton 1.4 km. The coastal and village properties, including those in St Mawes, are 8 km or more out.
Do the hotels have parking?
Free car parking is listed at The Alverton, The Rosevine, Hotel Tresanton, Mannings Hotel, The Idle Rocks, Bissick Old Mill, County Arms, Orchard Manor, Rose In Vale Country House Hotel, Cornish Holiday Bodannon, Chycara House, The Old Vicarage and Merchant House. Red Fox Barn and St Mawes Hotel list parking without stating it is free.
Can I bring a pet?
Pets are allowed at The Alverton, The Rosevine, St Mawes Hotel, Cornish Holiday Bodannon and Merchant House. Red Fox Barn states pets are not allowed, and the remaining properties do not list a pet policy.
Which hotels have a pool or spa facilities?
The Rosevine lists an indoor pool, Chycara House a swimming pool, and Rose In Vale Country House Hotel an outdoor pool. Orchard Manor lists a sauna and jacuzzi, and massage is available at The Rosevine, Hotel Tresanton, Red Fox Barn and The Idle Rocks.
Which hotels are best for families?
Family rooms are listed at The Alverton, The Rosevine, Hotel Tresanton, St Mawes Hotel, County Arms, Orchard Manor and Cornish Holiday Bodannon. Cots appear at The Rosevine, Hotel Tresanton, St Mawes Hotel, The Idle Rocks, Cornish Holiday Bodannon and Chycara House, and high chairs at The Rosevine and Cornish Holiday Bodannon.
Which hotel is the top-rated on this shortlist?
Red Fox Barn has a guest rating of 5.0 from 27 reviews, the highest here. The Rosevine follows at 4.6 from 150 reviews, then Bissick Old Mill and Orchard Manor at 4.7, The Alverton and Hotel Tresanton at 4.5, and Mannings Hotel at 4.4 from 476 reviews.
Do the hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast in room is offered at The Alverton, The Rosevine, Hotel Tresanton, Red Fox Barn, County Arms and Orchard Manor. Breakfast is also listed at Red Fox Barn, Mannings Hotel, The Idle Rocks, Rose In Vale Country House Hotel and Merchant House, and special diets are catered for at The Alverton and County Arms.
Is Truro a good base for exploring Cornwall?
Yes, Truro's central location and transport links make it a convenient base for visiting other parts of Cornwall, including the north and south coasts. The A30 passes a few miles north of the city, and Truro railway station has direct services to many towns in Cornwall.