Saint Austell Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Remaining largely unspoilt, Charlestown harbour is home to several fine old sailing ships and is regularly used as a location for period filming, such as the BBC series of the Poldark novels.
Remaining largely unspoilt, Charlestown harbour is home to several fine old sailing ships and is regularly used as a location for period filming, such as the BBC series of the Poldark novels.
Charlestown which includes signage
Charlestown featuring general coastal views and rocky coastline
Charlestown showing general coastal views and boating
Rashleigh Arms

Rashleigh Arms

4 out of 5
Charlestown Road St Austell England
The price is ฿2,880 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿2,880
฿3,456 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in St Austell. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Eden Project and Lost Gardens of Heligan are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (232 reviews)
Clean rooms felt very welcome breakfast was really good had a lovely time 😊

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Rashleigh Arms
Pier House

Pier House

3.5 out of 5
Harbour Front, Charlestown St Austell England
The price is ฿4,030 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
฿4,030
฿4,837 total
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach B&B in St Austell. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Eden Project and Charlestown Harbour ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (375 reviews)
Room

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Pier House
The Cornwall Hotel Spa & Estate

The Cornwall Hotel Spa & Estate

4 out of 5
Pentewan Road St Austell England
The price is ฿2,684 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿2,684
฿3,221 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Excellent

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

The Cornwall Hotel Spa & Estate
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SeaSpace

SeaSpace

4.5 out of 5
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! (101 reviews)
Clean, spacious, modern and a lovely team.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

SeaSpace
Pinetum Garden Cottages

Pinetum Garden Cottages

3 out of 5
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 Lost Gardens of Heligan ...
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

Pinetum Garden Cottages
Bay Retreat Villas

Bay Retreat Villas

4 out of 5
St Merryn Park, St Merryn Padstow England
Stay at this apartment in Padstow. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Padstow Maize Maze and South West Coast Path Section 15 Trailhead ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (75 reviews)
Seventh time should say it all!!

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

Bay Retreat Villas
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Popular places to visit

Lost Gardens of Heligan which includes a park

Lost Gardens of Heligan

Wander around this enchanting garden, which has been beautifully restored after being abandoned for more than seven decades.

Lost Gardens of Heligan
Porthpean Beach

Porthpean Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Porthpean Beach during your travels in Saint Austell Bay?

Porthpean Beach
A Cornish Gem , stunning little harbour

Gorran Haven Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gorran Haven Beach during your trip to Gorran Haven? Stroll along this quaint area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Gorran Haven Beach
There is an old chapel on top of this incredible lone rock near the village of Roche in north Cornwall

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.

Roche Rock
Just before Sunset at Carlyon Bay Cornwall in mid December giving Great contrast of colours as the sun slowly slips away

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.

Crinnis Beach

Charlestown Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Charlestown with a trip to Charlestown Harbour. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Charlestown Harbour

Cities near Saint Austell Bay

Carlyon Bay
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Carlyon Bay