Title: Carlyon Travel Guide: Best of Carlyon, St Austell Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Carlyon](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlyon-Hotels.d553248634859586235.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Carlyon](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlyon-Holiday-Rentals.d553248634859586235.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Carlyon Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Carlyon.d553248634859586235.Car-Hire-Guide)[Carlyon Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlyon.d553248634859586235.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Carlyon Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Carlyon Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182647/a434b791-4572-4420-858b-d4c7e1c7f7e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182647/a434b791-4572-4420-858b-d4c7e1c7f7e0.jpg) by [303606808](https://www.panoramio.com/user/2296891?with_photo_id=14563128) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ![Carlyon Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182647/a434b791-4572-4420-858b-d4c7e1c7f7e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182647/a434b791-4572-4420-858b-d4c7e1c7f7e0.jpg) by [303606808](https://www.panoramio.com/user/2296891?with_photo_id=14563128) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ![Just before Sunset at Carlyon Bay Cornwall in mid December giving Great contrast of colours as the sun slowly slips away](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6360922/1f6cef54-2f7d-445d-8c01-fda6e42a12d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Eden Project, Bodelva The Eden Project turned this flooded abandoned clay pit into an ecological educational extravaganza! Thousands of plant species are maintained in the futuristic "biomes" and on the terraced edges of the pit.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182647/dea6cd43-ab99-4c76-9f0a-01450c00c469.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182647/dea6cd43-ab99-4c76-9f0a-01450c00c469.jpg) by [Paul Dixon](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/2) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Gribben Head Looking at Gribben Head from Carylon Bay across the bay on this fine afternoon. There are no clay ships at anchor unlike when i was a lad when there was always ships waiting to dock. A sign of the times with the downturn of exports and the decline of the clay industry.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182647/e5fe3c79-4b0d-4502-a7c0-f414a0984a0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182647/e5fe3c79-4b0d-4502-a7c0-f414a0984a0c.jpg) by [roger geach](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/23895) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Carlyon Things to do - Top hotels in Carlyon - Top Holiday Rentals in Carlyon ![Carlyon Bay Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2180000/2175700/2175669/12db645c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Carlyon Bay Hotel Sea Road St Austell England £114 2 Mar - 3 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in St Austell. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (439 reviews) A beautiful hotel in a stunning location, presented with art deco design, high standards of cleanliness everywhere. All staff were welcoming, although we felt Josh & his team in Terrace bar went beyond to welcome. A wonderful vibe with all staff.. room spotless, bed super comfy, spa very ... Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=2175669&PinnedHotelID=2175669&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634859586235) ![Pinetum Garden Cottages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113660000/113658200/113658140/5402db48_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pinetum Garden Cottages Holmbush Rd St Austell England £101 12 Feb - 13 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this holiday home in St Austell. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eden Project and Pinetum Park and Pine ... 10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews) The lodge was immaculate, the area was lovely and quite , I will be staying again when I’m in the area. I would give more stars if I could! Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=113658140&PinnedHotelID=113658140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634859586235) ![The Cornwall Hotel Spa & Estate](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3740000/3735000/3734978/bf49a315_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Cornwall Hotel Spa & Estate Pentewan Road St Austell England £69 12 Feb - 13 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in St Austell. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) The staff took time to listen being polite with their answers. Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=3734978&PinnedHotelID=3734978&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634859586235) [See all 6,351 properties in Carlyon](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248634859586235) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Pinetum Garden Cottages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113660000/113658200/113658140/5402db48_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pinetum Garden Cottages Holmbush Rd St Austell England Stay at this holiday home in St Austell. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eden Project and Pinetum Park and Pine ... 10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews) The lodge was immaculate, the area was lovely and quite , I will be staying again when I’m in the area. I would give more stars if I could! Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Austell-Hotels-Pinetum-Garden-Cottages.h113658140.Hotel-Information) ![SeaSpace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107760000/107750200/107750175/031c3d0f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### SeaSpace Watergate Rd Newquay England Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Newquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Whipsiderry Beach and Porth Beach are ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews) Lovely hotel, with a good vibe. Great rooms and lovely food and service at Tallo. Great gym too ! Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newquay-Hotels-SeaSpace.h107750175.Hotel-Information) ![Beach Cottage - Porthcothan - stunning cottage that sleeps 8-12 guests in 6 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78140000/78137600/78137550/812b656b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beach Cottage - Porthcothan - stunning cottage that sleeps 8-12 guests in 6 bedrooms Porthcothan Cornwall Stay at this beach cottage in Padstow. Enjoy a beach locale, a sauna and a garden. Popular attractions South West Coast Path Section 15 Trailhead and South West ... Beach Cottage Great place for a family get together. Plenty of room to spread out. Hot tub and games room were well used. The house is bright, modern and comfortable. Some of the double bedrooms were smaller than expected but fine overall. Beds were very comfortable. It was useful to have extra living space in ... Reviewed on 27 Oct 2023 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Padstow-Hotels-Beach-Cottage-Porthcothan-Stunning-Cottage-That-Sleeps-8-12-Guests-In-6-Bedrooms.h78137550.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Carlyon](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248634859586235&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Carlyon hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634859586235&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634859586235&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634859586235&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634859586235&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634859586235&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634859586235&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Lost Gardens of Heligan which includes a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094387/9f137467-6f4a-413a-aa80-557bf16bc374.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lost Gardens of Heligan 4.5/5(150 reviews) Wander around this enchanting garden, which has been beautifully restored after being abandoned for more than seven decades. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lost-Gardens-Of-Heligan-St-Austell.d6094387.Attraction) ![Porthpean Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094381/41ad1fdc-57c5-4f6c-979d-431334c2c498.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Porthpean Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Porthpean Beach during your travels in Saint Austell Bay? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Porthpean-Beach-St-Austell.d6094381.Attraction) ![A Cornish Gem , stunning little harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342113/dde0518f-eb23-465c-8442-e852b5f06539.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gorran Haven Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gorran Haven Beach during your trip to Gorran Haven? Stroll along this relaxing area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gorran-Haven-Beach-St-Austell.d553248635975635412.Attraction) ![There is an old chapel on top of this incredible lone rock near the village of Roche in north Cornwall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000010061/f71c674f-9474-40e9-9133-d39154befdc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Roche Rock You can find out about the history of Roche with a trip to Roche Rock. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Roche-Rock-St-Austell.d553248621561939233.Attraction) ![Just before Sunset at Carlyon Bay Cornwall in mid December giving Great contrast of colours as the sun slowly slips away](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6360922/1f6cef54-2f7d-445d-8c01-fda6e42a12d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crinnis Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Crinnis Beach during your trip to Carlyon? While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Crinnis-Beach-St-Austell.d553248635977468676.Attraction) #### Charlestown Harbour 5/5(8 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Charlestown with a trip to Charlestown Harbour. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Charlestown-Harbour-St-Austell.d6094379.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Cornwall: Luggage Storage](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47999608/40eae764-45e3-442b-9424-3729dd8ddbb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cornwall: Luggage Storage £7 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cornwall-luggage-storage.a47999608.activity-details) ![Picture 1 for Activity Bodmin: Bodmin Jail Entry Ticket & Dark Walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47779294/2363dc29-51f7-4a40-b8d0-bbe29f209c8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bodmin: Bodmin Jail Entry Ticket & Dark Walk £22 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bodmin-bodmin-jail-entry-ticket-dark-walk.a47779294.activity-details) ![Surf Lesson ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48515598/d20be24d-719f-4231-9a03-d98319467692.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cornish Surf Day £75 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cornish-surf-day.a48515598.activity-details) ![Half-Day Surf Experience in Newquay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2873921/19db8109-b72b-40c6-9009-d173fef1edb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half-Day (2hr) Surf Experience in Newquay - Beginners & Improvers £50 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-2hr-surf-experience-in-newquay-beginners-improvers.a2873921.activity-details) ![Paddleboard Mini Lesson from Newquay ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45956129/a6b6584e-24e2-4f29-8ab9-363470b8a135.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Paddleboard Mini Lesson from Newquay £55 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/paddleboard-mini-lesson-from-newquay.a45956129.activity-details) ![We also offer intermediate development sessions](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48703770/d7d0dbe0-127f-49c3-ad1c-ef37f7a57fce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bespoke Surfing Experiences on Fistral Beach Newquay £120 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bespoke-surfing-experiences-on-fistral-beach-newquay.a48703770.activity-details) [See all activities in Carlyon](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Carlyon.d553248634859586235.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Carlyon ![St Austell featuring signage and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182647/98ab97d2-7afc-4359-950c-6c5232e26401.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### St Austell ![par beach isles of scilly UK st martins ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084697/51b12475-c21e-44f4-beed-65a761961677.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Par ![Charlestown showing heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126303/0f4b56df-ccef-4ffd-969e-baf73bd278dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Charlestown ![Carlyon Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182647/a434b791-4572-4420-858b-d4c7e1c7f7e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0) by [303606808](https://www.panoramio.com/user/2296891?with_photo_id=14563128) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ### Carlyon Bay - Cities near Carlyon - Places of interest [St Austell](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Austell.dx182647)[Par](https://expedia.co.uk/Par.dx6084697)[Charlestown](https://expedia.co.uk/Charlestown.dx6126303)[Carlyon Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlyon-Bay.dx6360922)[Trethurgy](https://expedia.co.uk/Trethurgy.dx3000420129)[Luxulyan](https://expedia.co.uk/Luxulyan.dx3000434342)[St. Blaise](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Blaise.dx3000454957)[Penwithick](https://expedia.co.uk/Penwithick.dx553248622891796861) - [Pinetum Park and Pine Lodge Gardens ](https://expedia.co.uk/Pinetum-Park-And-Pine-Lodge-Gardens-St-Austell.d6243187.Attraction) - [Cornwall Football Golf ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cornwall-Football-Golf-St-Austell.d553248621561939234.Attraction) - [Eden Project ](https://expedia.co.uk/Eden-Project-Cornwall.d6094383.Attraction) - [Fistral Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Fistral-Beach-Newquay.d6094455.Attraction) - [Watergate Bay Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Watergate-Bay-Beach-Newquay.d6094467.Attraction) - [Padstow Harbour ](https://expedia.co.uk/Padstow-Harbour-Padstow.d553248621532488641.Attraction) - [Polperro Harbour ](https://expedia.co.uk/Polperro-Harbour-Looe.d6094375.Attraction) - [Lost Gardens of Heligan ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lost-Gardens-Of-Heligan-St-Austell.d6094387.Attraction) - [Jamaica Inn ](https://expedia.co.uk/Jamaica-Inn-Launceston.d6094501.Attraction) - [Perranporth Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Perranporth-Beach-Cornwall.d6094465.Attraction) - [Lusty Glaze Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lusty-Glaze-Beach-Newquay.d553248626836761404.Attraction) - [Crantock Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Crantock-Beach-Newquay.d6094459.Attraction) - [Bodmin Jail ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bodmin-Jail-Bodmin.d553248621532488660.Attraction) - [Looe Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Looe-Beach-Looe.d6094373.Attraction) - [Harlyn Bay Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Harlyn-Bay-Beach-Padstow.d553248621532488635.Attraction) - [Porth Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Porth-Beach-Newquay.d6094463.Attraction) - [Charlestown Harbour ](https://expedia.co.uk/Charlestown-Harbour-St-Austell.d6094379.Attraction) - [Port Isaac Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Isaac-Beach-Port-Isaac.d553248635978347938.Attraction) - [Polzeath Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Polzeath-Beach-Wadebridge.d6094477.Attraction) - [Hall for Cornwall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hall-For-Cornwall-Truro.d553248621532488607.Attraction) - [Holywell Bay Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Holywell-Bay-Beach-Newquay.d6094469.Attraction) - [Lanhydrock ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lanhydrock-Bodmin.d6094495.Attraction) - [Trevone Bay Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Trevone-Bay-Beach-Padstow.d553248621561939221.Attraction) - [Mawgan Porth Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mawgan-Porth-Beach-Newquay.d553248635975913248.Attraction) - [Truro Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/Truro-Cathedral-Truro.d6094395.Attraction) - [Towan Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Towan-Beach-Newquay.d6094461.Attraction) - [Pentewan Sands Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Pentewan-Sands-Beach-St-Austell.d6094385.Attraction) - [Porthpean Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Porthpean-Beach-St-Austell.d6094381.Attraction) - [Treyarnon Bay Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Treyarnon-Bay-Beach-Padstow.d553248621532493102.Attraction) - [Fowey Estuary ](https://expedia.co.uk/Fowey-Estuary-Fowey.d553248621532488650.Attraction) - [Tolcarne Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tolcarne-Beach-Newquay.d553248626836761783.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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