Some of the food was over salted and large lumps of rock salt actually almost spoiled some dishes with garnish of salad ingredients - finer salt for finishing would be preferred. Menu was the same both days so had the same amuse bouche and starters but chef kindly added two main course items Oysters and Lobster. The Lobster was fine but the accompaniments were chips and salad served in rather clumsy large bowls - which seemed a little pub - like for a restaurant claiming to have a Raymond Blanc trained chef. Presentation and arrangement on plate could have been more considered. These are just a few points but overall the food was very good - not Michelin star standard but quite close. A little more care and attention at the end of our meal would have been good - we would have ordered a nightcap brandy or something but there was no one in evidence to serve. We were asked if we wanted tea or coffees but when we declined, waiting staff seemed to disappear and assumed we did not wish to have post prandial digestifs. Maybe they were short staffed that night as I noticed the wine waiter / general restaurant overseer was helping load provisions to the kitchen. Only a small thing but every small detail matters - it certainly does in my demanding profession. Not sure who the Maitre'D was - there did not seem to be anyone in that role apart from the very hard working aforementioned gentleman who was multi-tasking. I would return but the price is not for shallow pockets. I would not eat twice in the restaurant next time - but find somewhere else to have more variety. One small caveat for terrace diners I ordered a crab sandwich (£20) and almost had a heart attack when a gull swooped and stole one half. Perhaps a sign warning diners might be a good idea - we had not considered dive bombing Gulls - it was like something from a Hitchcock movie.

Champagne in the room as requested and a super welcome - our names on the door of the room and a note from Carl the host were very pleasing personal touches. Breakfast was excellent. A better quality of coffee would have been a bonus but we are very fussy about coffee. Beautiful sea view room, wonderful helpful, charming and friendly staff, fine (if a little overpriced) wines and generally a lovely place to stay for those who are looking for something rather special. Car parking is in designated area about four hundred yards away and up a flight of stairs to access the upper part of the car park - so not for the really elderly and infirm - was OK for us young seventy year olds. Overall a wonderful Hotel. Clearly some staff training was going on but overall the standard of service was excellent yet not stuffy - just the right balance of friendly conversation and respectful attention - compliments to all.

Stayed in April 2022

Dining service and food at dinner

The room was excellent and location. The reception staff very good. Unfortunately having dining staff issues we noticed. Food for breakfast was good unfortunately dinner was not very good and my starter mackerel was not cooked I left it and told the waitress but had no come back or explanation. We’ve dined at the restaurant before and food was much better. The over all experience was good but restaurant needs some attention to service and comment’s customer are notifying.

Stayed in April 2022

there could have been a little more variety on the menu for longer stays but also a great meal in St Mawes hotel ( sister hotel)

position , staff, design . Great food

Stayed in March 2022

Safe in bedroom didn’t work

Stayed in March 2022

menu is limited if your vegetarian

clean modern luxurious

Stayed in March 2022

everything

Stayed in March 2022

Dinners were very expensive - would have preferred more choice and/or an a-la-carte option rather than set menus

Amazing breakfast, with fantastic service, and top-notch food, in very comfortable sunny dining room with beautiful outlook through picture windows over harbour - we could never tear ourselves away in the mornings. Very cozy fire-side lounge. Genuinely nice, friendly and helpful staff.

Stayed in February 2022

The room was super comfortable with a double aspect view. Pleased to see large bottles of shampoo etc in the shower instead of wasteful plastic. Decor v tasteful and relaxing. Food was excellent good local produce.

Stayed in March 2022

Everything! The Idle Rocks is the perfect balance of being a ‘home away from home’ and a luxury boutique hotel. Food was excellent, room beautiful (we got an unexpected upgrade) and the staff are friendly and professional.

Stayed in March 2022

room rather cold

Both fine

Stayed in February 2022

Unloading luggage is not great and parking is not ideal but works

The staff were very pleasant and very helpful. The breakfast was too class but the dinners were outstanding. The position beside the water is amazing.

Stayed in February 2022

we liked everything about the property

the location and it was so peaceful. just what we needed for a relaxing break

Stayed in February 2022

Only one chair, TV difficult to operate, small gowns.

Sea View VERY close,! Comfy bed, Good Coffey & fridge content, New Bathroom , Good breakfast included. all good.

Stayed in February 2022

leaving it!

location, style and staff! All perfect, nothing too much trouble. hospitality at its best!

Stayed in January 2022

Dissapointed with limited menu 3 choices each area .Menu items were duplicated next night from starter to main course . As fish is landed on the quay opposite why so little fish choices . The Hotel has always, in our experience over 40 years had exceptional food ,not this time . We had booked pre dinner at £60 pp ,the menu showed this at £80 which would be extortianate for what was offered

Location arguably the best in Cornwall Hotel rooms good size ,bath rooms good size .A good sea view .

Stayed in January 2022

Nothing

Staff were excellent, there was nothing i could complain about. A superb few days in St Mawes.

Stayed in December 2021

absolutely nothing!!! n

Immediate warm personal welcome - sustained throughout our stay. Location ideal and accommodation comfortable and so well thought out.

Stayed in December 2021

Nothing

Location, decor, food was fantastic, staff were lovely. Great walks.

Stayed in October 2021

Breakfast was delicious......crossiants better than in France!! Staff were exceptional and extremely helpful Stan and I very much enjoyed our short stay with you......

Stayed in November 2021

Nothing to dislike.

Wonderful hotel and restaurant. Staff were welcoming and helpful. Room clean and bed very comfortable. View from our room over the estuary was peaceful and relaxing. Restaurant was exceptional both for dinner and breakfast. We had a lovely stay.

Stayed in November 2021

Service was a little under what we were expecting. Not always attentive. No plug by a mirror to dry my hair.

Lovely hotel and location

Stayed in November 2021

Because of the power cut on our second day, we missed the tasting menu dinner that evening. That was disappointing but outwith your control.

Breakfast was excellent-plenty of choice. (Except bacon each morning was dry!)

Stayed in November 2021

As I said very nice but overpriced. The bread was a bidubious as well.

Good but I was ill and had to stay in bed part of the time. It was not ther fault and they looked after me. However , lovely hotel as it it is overpriced, £85 for athletic course meal in the country is too much. £7.00 for a small can of beer?

Stayed in November 2021

N/A

Delicious

Stayed in October 2021

A great stay here. Beautiful location, fabulous room, delicious food and friendly and attentive staff. We'll be back!

Stayed in October 2021