Your Home from Home by the Sea

Perched perfectly on the rocks in the heart of St Mawes, our 19-bedroom Relais & Châteaux, Michelin Key-awarded hotel is your home away from home, by the sea.

Each bedroom is individually designed to reflect the ultimate beauty in waterside comfort & luxury.

With an award-winning restaurant and unprecedented south-facing views across the water, the environment is relaxed and the hospitality is genuine and engaging.

 

         

Alvaro Palacios Wine Dinner

Join us for this exclusive dining event in The Reef Knot Restaurant, in partnership with Alvaro Palacios Wines, which includes 5-courses and paired wines.

Summer On The Rocks

Our 3-night Summer break, inclusive of breakfast and dinner each evening, brings you the best the Cornish coast has to offer. Escape the everyday and join us on the shores of St Mawes for an indulgent three-night stay.

Seasonal Breaks

Throughout the year, we offer specially curated seasonal offers, including dining stays, spa breaks and events., to help you make the most of St Mawes and the Cornish coast. Book direct for the best rates.

Sevan Spa at The Idle Rocks

New for Spring 2025, we are delighted to announce the launch of SEVAN Spa at The Idle Rocks. Guests can enjoy a thoughtfully curated menu of treatments, from holistic therapies to advanced skincare rituals.
view of grand seaview room at the Idle Rocks Hotel

Stay at The Idle Rocks

A luxury hotel on the Roseland Peninsula, in the heart of Cornwall. A stay at The Idle Rocks is the place to re-engage with the simpler pleasures in life.

Dine at The Reef Knot Restaurant

The Reef Knot Restaurant at The Idle Rocks serves the best of Cornish sea-to-table cuisine. Sustainably caught fish from our own dedicated St Mawes fisherman, landed daily at the quay at St Mawes, and served alongside the finest local seasonal produce.
Celebrations at The Idle Rocks

Entertain

Whether it’s a family celebration, a movie during your stay, a night out with friends or a business meeting, our facilities at The Idle Rocks and our sister property, The St Mawes Hotel, provide a wide range of entertainment options, including Private Dining, Conference Facilities & our intimate Courtyard Room.

Seasonal Escapes

Join us for romantic getaways, gourmet breaks, and seasonal packages throughout the year. A perfect excuse to take a break!
Seaview Room at the Idle Rocks

The Idle Rocks - Your Place by the Sea

Experience the Idyllic destination of the Idle Rocks, in St. Mawes
  • Award Winning Dining

    Our restaurant and south facing terrace offer an ideal location to enjoy delicious food, centred on fresh local seafood & Cornish produce.
  • Gift Vouchers

    Give the gift of ‘Cornish Luxury'. Choose from Dinner for Two, a Spa Experience, a Weekend Stay, or simply a voucher of monetary value; we have wide range of gifting options to help you spoil that special person in your life.

Our Booking Options

Book your stay or reserve your restaurant table at The Idle Rocks.
Book Your Stay

To make a hotel reservation, book online, call 01326 270 270 or email reservations@stmawes.com

Book your stay
Reserve a Table

To make a lunch or dinner reservation, book online, call 01326 270 270 or email: reservations@stmawes.com

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The St Mawes Hotel
St Mawes Hotel

Discover our rooms, bar & dining options, and the Hidden Cinema at our sister hotel

Visit St Mawes Hotel

3 Reasons to
Book Direct

1
Best Rate Guarantee
Our best rates are always available directly and you will not find a cheaper price on any comparison websites.
2
Room Availability
We only offer a selection of our rooms on comparison websites, book direct for our full choice of room types.
3
Exclusive Offers
Rewarding loyalty is what we do best, if there’s an exclusive offer or limited treat you will find it here first.