The Royal Duchy Hotel

Situated in a prime position on Falmouth seafront, the four star Royal Duchy Hotel has far reaching sea views across Falmouth Bay. Enjoy the perfect Cornish escape in elegant surroundings where a warm welcome is always guaranteed.

Falmouth

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Welcome to The Royal Duchy Hotel

Discover the Royal Duchy for the perfect Cornish escape. Our unrivaled position on Falmouth seafront provides uninterrupted far reaching seaviews from our lounge, restaurant, sun terrace and sea facing bedrooms. Dine throughout the day with fabulous breakfasts, our extensive terrace lounge menu, must-have cream teas and two AA rosette winning dining in our restaurant.

Find your perfect space in one of our 45 beautifully appointed rooms with little touches such as our own Source Spa toiletries and fluffy white bathrobes . From cosy inland facing rooms to deluxe seafacing rooms with space to sit and enjoy the fabulous view we have rooms to suit everyone.

Facilities available to use during your stay include indoor heated pool, cedar sauna, heated ceramic beds and fully equipped gym.

Family owned as part of the Westcountry based Brend Collection since 1977, the Royal Duchy maintains a personal feel throughout with a focus on high standards of service.

Amenities

  • Beach Nearby

  • Disabled Access

  • Garden views

  • Disabled Parking

  • Parking

  • Restaurant / Cafe

  • Sea View

  • WiFi

  • Linen provided

  • EV Charging

Key Features

The Royal Duchy offers breathtaking seafront views, relaxed luxury, award-winning dining, and easy access to Falmouth’s beaches, coastal paths, and local attractions

Address

Cliff Road, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11NX

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Contact

Reservations@royalduchy.com

01326 313042

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The Royal Duchy: Where Cornish Charm Meets Coastal Luxury

Our seafront location truly is breathtaking. On a sunny morning you could be anywhere in the world with blue skies and sea and palm trees on our lawn. Start your day with breakfast with a view on the terrace. Spend the day at the hotel and relax on a sun lounger or deckchair and enjoy a good book.

The Royal Duchy is perfectly located as a base to explore Falmouth. Our seafront location allows easy access to the local beaches for wild swimming (you can borrow our dry robes to warm up on the way back) and watersports opportunities such as paddleboarding.

The South West Coast path is on our doorstep so car free days out are easily achieved. Take a boat trip from the harbour and explore St Mawes and the Helford River. The attractions of Pendennis Castle and the National Maritime Museum Cornwall and are within walking distance as is Falmouth town itself with its variety of unique and individual shops as well as high street names. Cornwall’s glorious gardens including Trebah, Glendurgan are all within easy reach.

Ample free car parking is available for guests staying at the hotel. We also have two electric car chargers available for guests to use. Connect with the Smappee app for hassle free charging.

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We had a lovely time at The Royal Duchy Hotel, the staff are so friendly and helpful, the food was excellent, and the hotels location with it’s amazing sea views was very special.

Cherylstacey2025, Tripadvisor
The Royal Duchy: Seaside Stays, Fine Dining, and Cornish Adventures

Our rooms include single rooms plus doubles and twins with or without seaviews. All rooms have Nespresso Coffee machines along with usual hot beverage making facilities and complimentary bottled water. Rooms with space for families are available and our team is happy to help find the best accommodation to suit all ages and requirements.
Breakfast at the Royal Duchy is the best way to start the day - choose from our continental buffet including jam and marmalade made by our kitchen team. Hot breakfast items including a traditional full English are cooked to order.
Relaxed dining is available throughout the day in our terrace lounge and includes light bites and sandwiches and main courses for all appetites. Afternoon tea is available each afternoon with a selection of homemade cakes crafted by our kitchen team, delicious sandwiches and perfect scones, jam and cream.

Dine alfresco in the summer months on our sun terrace with uninterrupted views. Patio heaters extend the experience well into the evening and you can watch the sunset with a drink chosen from our extensive drinks list including many imaginative cocktails.

We have been awarded two AA Rosettes for our creative menus and all dishes are freshly prepared using the finest locally sourced ingredients. Accompany dishes with a selection from our comprehensive wine list all carefully selected by our team.

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FAQs

The nearest mainline station is Truro where you will need to change trains for the branchline to Falmouth. Falmouth Town (0.2 miles -10 min walk approximately) and Falmouth Docks (0.3m = 10 mins approx) stations are both close to the hotel with Falmouth Town being slightly closer. It is a short walk to the hotel but it is uphill so we recommend booking a taxi if you have lots of luggage.
We have two Smappee charging points in our car park. You can plug in and charge once you have downloaded the Smappee App. Payment can be made through the app.
We have our own on site car park which is free of charge for residents' use.
We have a smart casual dress code in the restaurant in the evenings and ask that no ripped denim is worn or sportswear.
There are hair dryers in all bedrooms.
No pets are allowed in the hotel except registered assistance animals. We do however, allow dogs on our outdoor terrace.
At the time of booking the best rate available will be offered to you, should we have availability and release a last-minute offer this is applicable to new bookings only.
Bookings can be amended. Please give us as much notice as possible. Whist deposits paid are non-refundable our cancellation policy allows for no further cancellation charges up to 72 hours to prior to arrival.
Rooms are guaranteed ready for check in from 3pm and we ask that rooms are vacated by 11am to be ready for the next arrivals. You are welcome to arrive earlier and make use of the hotel facilities.
Yes, children of all ages are welcome at the hotel. We have a variety of family rooms and options to suit all family sizes and our reservations team will be happy to help with finding the best room for your family. Our pool is open 7am - 9pm daily with no restrictions on family use.
We do have meeting spaces available. Call 01326 313042 to discuss your requirements with our team.
Breakfast is served daily 7.30am - 10.00am Drinks and cake served in the Terrace Lounge throughout the day Terrace Lounge menu available 12.00pm - 8.30pm Sunday Lunch in the Restaurant served 12.30pm - 2.00pm Afternoon Tea and Cream Teas served 2.30pm - 5.00pm Dinner in the Restaurant served 6.00pm - 8.30pm Sandwiches are available 24 hours a day All are also available on the outdoor terrace when weather permits.

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