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The Waterwheel Inn

3.0 star property
Inn in St Austell with free breakfast and restaurant

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Double Room, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
Dinner served
Double Room, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
The current price is £135
includes taxes & fees
4 Jul - 5 Jul

Room options

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Double Room, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room (Small Double) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Double Room (Small Double)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Standard Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 170 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 92 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
Bodmin Road, Trethowel, St Austell, England, PL25 5RR

What's nearby

  • Charlestown Harbour - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Porthpean Beach - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Pentewan Sands Beach - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Eden Project - 11 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Lost Gardens of Heligan - 14 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • St Austell Station - 3 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Carclaze - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪St Austell Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Rann Wartha - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Waterwheel Inn

Inn near Eden Project
You can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and a garden at The Waterwheel Inn. The on-site restaurant, The Waterwheel Restaurant, serves dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Meeting rooms and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and heating

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Waterwheel Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1780
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 5 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 5 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

Waterwheel Inn St Austell
Waterwheel Inn
Waterwheel St Austell
The Waterwheel Hotel St Austell
The Waterwheel Inn St Austell, Cornwall
The Waterwheel Inn Inn
The Waterwheel Inn St Austell
The Waterwheel Inn Inn St Austell

Frequently asked questions

Is The Waterwheel Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 5 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterwheel Inn?

As of 1 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterwheel Inn on 4 Jul 2025 start from £135.01, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Waterwheel Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Waterwheel Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Waterwheel Inn?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Waterwheel Inn located?

Situated in St Austell, this inn is 1 mi (1.7 km) from St Austell Brewery and within 3 miles (5 km) of Wheal Martyn China Clay Country Park and Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre and Duporth Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km). St Austell Station is 21 minutes by foot and St Austell (USX-St Austell Train Station) is 22 minutes.

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The Waterwheel Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 194 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly clean comfortable hotel with good food, close to several attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, beautiful garden, friendly staff, delicious breakfast, great value. Can't really ask for more!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatsuya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were extremely lovely, the garden and dining areas were very pleasant. The room's water systems were a bit loud but manageable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful relaxing accommodation and food

Excellent place to stay, with friendly staff and owners. Food quality and selection was also excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great B&B with beautiful garden.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sang Yu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location of this hotel is convenient for visiting beautiful spots around.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A pleasant, popular and friendly hotel, with good food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs are very friendly. The room is simple but all you need is included. There is no public transport to get there so you either drive or call local taxi.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Amazing Service

An incredible place to stay, the warm friendly check in, the clean, well thought out room and the food and service really can’t be faulted. The staff really care about customer service, and take pride in where they work. I would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay,made very welcome. Lovely gardens with some nice walks. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cosy room, pleasant and efficient staff. Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very friendly staff, help with early breakfast, great food. Happy stay, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the amazing grounds and the food in the restaurant was lovely. The room was spacious and clean but the only thing that let it down was the bed. The memory foam matress had a big dip in it and was very uncomfortable. My husband didnt get a good night sleep as he couldnt get comfortable. The staff were informed the next morning and aaid they would deal with it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

joe

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
They are unable to serve a meal which is all hot. The breakfast is stated to be freshly cooked. This is obviously not the case as half the breakfast is luke warm or cold. Other patrons agreed with this. I had two evening meals, one was hot but the vegetables on the other were cold. My complaint to the waitress was ignored. Anyone who stays here should be prepared for intrusive music being played during breakfast.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

COLIN

Liked: Amenities
Easy to find, very helpful staff food excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very relaxing hotel, Excellent staff, Excellent food, And excellent service,
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Welcoming stay

Amazing stay, beautiful location and the food was lovely as well
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jens

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice and super inn

Fantastic place, garden and terrasse Landlord and staff friendly and wellcoming all in all a super stay for 3 days
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jens

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice and super inn

Fantastic place, garden and terrasse. Everyone were friendly and wellcoming, all in all a super stay for 3 days
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming helpful staff. Beautiful location. Delicious food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All very good, staff excellent, accommodation very good, Breakfast and dinner excellent. Garden view very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and gracious staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great 5-night stay at The Waterwheel last week. This is a friendly and well-run place and the breakfasts are excellent! The location is handy for the Eden Project and, for me, it was good base to explore Cornwall from.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful place to stay, highly recommend. Mark, Francine and there excellent team went above and beyond to make our stay most enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022