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5-star hotels in St Austell
This shortlist covers the 5-star hotels in St Austell, a set of self-catering cottages and houses spread across the coast and countryside around the town. It is for travellers who want space, privacy and a top-tier base for Cornwall.
Staying in St Austell
St Austell sits in south Cornwall and works as a gateway to the Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan, with the fishing villages, beaches and cliff walks of St Austell Bay close by. It is on the main railway line to Penzance and has bus links to nearby towns and attractions, so you can see Cornwall without staying in a larger city.
The 5-star stays listed here are not in the town centre itself. They cluster in the villages and coastal spots around it: Pentewan, Carlyon Bay, Mevagissey, St Ewe, Caerhays and Carclaze Road on the edge of St Austell. That makes them best for couples and families with a car, and for anyone who wants a self-catering house with a kitchen, garden and often a fireplace rather than a serviced hotel. Distances to the centre range from 2.3 km to 10.8 km.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
The Vean
Caerhays Gorranst Austellcornwall Pl26 6Ly, St Austell, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereFor a self-catering stay with a full kitchen, this 5-star house suits groups who want space and quiet. A fireplace and a garden with terrace give you places to gather, and pets are allowed, so the dog can come too. The Vean sits 10.8 km from the centre. Guests rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 18 reviews.
See The VeanTrelan
St Ewe, St Austell, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereGroups and families will find Trelan works well, with a kitchen, a garden and a fireplace for slower evenings indoors. A golf course and fishing are close by if you would rather be out. This 5-star house lies 6.6 km from St Austell centre, and cots and high chairs are provided for younger guests.
See TrelanThe Crows Nest
5 Market Square Mevagissey, St Austell, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereSet in Mevagissey, 6.7 km from the centre, The Crows Nest places you in the village rather than out in the countryside. Kitchens with a dishwasher, oven and microwave make it easy to eat in, and fishing and a golf course are nearby. Non smoking rooms throughout, and a beach close at hand.
See The Crows NestCaptain's Cabin
5 Market Square Mevagissey, St Austell, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereCaptain's Cabin keeps things simple: a kitchen with an oven and microwave, non smoking rooms, and free car parking at the door. Fishing and a beach nearby suit days spent outdoors, while the television covers the evenings. This 5-star property is 6.7 km from St Austell centre, sharing its Market Square address in Mevagissey.
See Captain's CabinMidships
5 Market Square Mevagissey, St Austell, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereMidships suits guests who want a Mevagissey base at 6.7 km from the centre with the practical things handled. A kitchen with dishwasher, oven and microwave makes cooking straightforward, and a golf course and fishing are within reach. Parking is available, and the 5-star apartment is entirely non smoking.
See MidshipsThe Old Wash House
Mevagissey Pl26 Uk, St Austell, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Old Wash House is a 5-star choice 4.7 km from St Austell centre, with a garage and free car parking for drivers. Inside, a kitchen and a fireplace make it comfortable for longer stays, and the garden offers outdoor space. Free Wifi is included, and cots are available for families with small children.
See The Old Wash HouseChi An Mor
1 Chi An Mor_X000d_Sea Road_X000d_Carlyon Bay_X000d_, St Austell, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereSea views define Chi An Mor, which sits 2.7 km from St Austell centre at Carlyon Bay. A kitchen with a dishwasher and a garden cover everyday needs, and free car parking and a garage keep the car off the road. Pets are welcome, Wifi is free, and the apartment is non smoking.
See Chi An MorTwo Chi An Mor
2 Chi An Mor_X000d_Sea Road_X000d_Carlyon Bay, St Austell, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereTwo Chi An Mor looks out to sea at Carlyon Bay, 2.6 km from the centre. Wheelchair accessible and non smoking throughout, it has a kitchen with a dishwasher, a garden and a garage with free car parking. Pets are allowed, horse back riding and fishing are nearby, and cots are provided.
See Two Chi An MorSea Cliff Cottage
The Terrace Pentewan, St Austell, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA jacuzzi and a fireplace set Sea Cliff Cottage apart for guests wanting a relaxing 5-star stay 4.3 km from St Austell centre. The kitchen includes a dishwasher, microwave and oven, and there is a garden and terrace outside. Pets are welcome, and high chairs and cots are available for children.
See Sea Cliff CottageHarlequin Cottage
20 Carclaze Road_X000d_, St Austell, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereHarlequin Cottage offers a 5-star base 2.3 km from St Austell centre, handy for guests who want to be close to town. A kitchen, fireplace and garden make it liveable for longer trips, and horses can be ridden nearby. Free Wifi, a garage and free car parking are provided, and pets are allowed.
See Harlequin Cottage
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Vean | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 10.8 km |
| Trelan | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 6.6 km |
| The Crows Nest | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 6.7 km |
| Captain's Cabin | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 6.7 km |
| Midships | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 6.7 km |
| The Old Wash House | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 4.7 km |
| Chi An Mor | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 2.7 km |
| Two Chi An Mor | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 2.6 km |
| Sea Cliff Cottage | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 4.3 km |
| Harlequin Cottage | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 2.3 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
The Vean, Sea Cliff Cottage and Captain's Cabin suit two people who want privacy and character. The Vean has a fireplace, bath and bathrobe, Sea Cliff Cottage adds a jacuzzi and terrace, and Captain's Cabin is a compact kitchen-and-bathroom base in Mevagissey. All are 5-star and non smoking.
For families
Two Chi An Mor is also wheelchair accessible. Trelan and The Old Wash House list high chairs; The Old Wash House has a fireplace.
With pets
Five of these 5-star properties allow pets: The Vean, Chi An Mor, Two Chi An Mor, Sea Cliff Cottage and Harlequin Cottage. Each has a garden or terrace, and all offer free car parking, which makes them practical for guests travelling with a dog.
The Vean · Chi An Mor · Two Chi An Mor · Sea Cliff Cottage · Harlequin Cottage
Closest to the centre
Harlequin Cottage on Carclaze Road is 2.3 km from the centre, Two Chi An Mor is 2.6 km and Chi An Mor is 2.7 km, all in Carlyon Bay or just outside town. They are the shortest hops to St Austell's station, shops and bus connections.
Where to stay in St Austell
Mevagissey
All list fishing and beach nearby, and The Crows Nest, Midships and The Old Wash House add golf course or a fireplace. Pentewan's coastal path leads here.
Our picks here: The Crows Nest · Captain's Cabin · Midships · The Old Wash House
Carlyon Bay
Carlyon Bay is a seaside area east of St Austell with a beach and cliff walks, home to larger hotels and holiday accommodation. Chi An Mor and Two Chi An Mor stand on Sea Road here. Both list sea views, gardens, garages and free car parking, and both allow pets.
Our picks here: Chi An Mor · Two Chi An Mor
Pentewan
Pentewan is a village with a sand and shingle beach and a coastal path to Mevagissey, popular as a relaxed base south of St Austell. Sea Cliff Cottage on The Terrace is the 5-star option here, with a jacuzzi, terrace, fireplace and high chairs.
Our picks here: Sea Cliff Cottage
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
St Austell has a railway station on the Cornish Main Line, with direct trains from London Paddington, Plymouth and Penzance. By road, the A390 connects the town to Truro and Liskeard, and the A391 leads to the A30. Newquay Airport is about 20 miles away. Local buses serve nearby towns, villages and the Eden Project. The town centre is compact and walkable, but a car or bus is useful for reaching beaches, gardens and the coast path.
When to go
Summer brings the warmest weather and the most visitors, especially to the coast and gardens. Spring and autumn are quieter, with mild temperatures and fewer crowds. Winter can be wet and windy, and some attractions reduce their hours. If you plan to walk the South West Coast Path or visit the Eden Project, late spring and early autumn often offer a good balance of weather and space.
Questions, answered
Which of these 5-star hotels in St Austell has the highest guest rating?
The Vean has a guest rating of 4.9 out of 5 from 18 reviews, the highest among these 5-star properties. It is in Caerhays, 10.8 km from St Austell centre, and offers a bath, bathrobe, fireplace, garden and free car parking.
Do any 5-star hotels in St Austell allow pets?
Yes. The Vean, Chi An Mor, Two Chi An Mor, Sea Cliff Cottage and Harlequin Cottage all list pets allowed among their facilities. Each of them also has a garden or terrace and free car parking, which suits guests bringing a dog.
Which 5-star property is closest to St Austell town centre?
Harlequin Cottage on Carclaze Road is 2.3 km from the centre, the shortest distance among these properties.
Do these 5-star hotels in St Austell have parking?
Parking is listed at all of them. The Vean, Captain's Cabin, The Old Wash House, Chi An Mor, Two Chi An Mor, Sea Cliff Cottage and Harlequin Cottage specify free car parking, and several also list a garage. Trelan, The Crows Nest and Midships list parking.
Is there a 5-star hotel in St Austell with a pool, spa or jacuzzi?
No pool or spa is listed for any of these properties. Sea Cliff Cottage in Pentewan is the one with a jacuzzi, along with a fireplace, terrace and high chairs. If you are looking for a spa hotel, the facilities here do not include one.
Which 5-star hotels in St Austell are best for families?
Two Chi An Mor, Trelan and The Old Wash House list cots, and Trelan and The Old Wash House also list high chairs. The Old Wash House is 4.7 km from the centre.
Are these 5-star properties self-catering?
Yes, they are houses and cottages rather than serviced hotels. Every one lists a kitchen, and most add a dishwasher, washing machine, refrigerator and oven. Several, including The Vean, Trelan, The Old Wash House, Sea Cliff Cottage and Harlequin Cottage, also have a fireplace.
Do any 5-star hotels in St Austell have sea views?
Chi An Mor and Two Chi An Mor on Sea Road in Carlyon Bay both list sea among their facilities, and Carlyon Bay itself is a seaside area with a beach and cliff walks. Sea Cliff Cottage and the Mevagissey properties list beach nearby rather than sea views.