The St Michaels Blog

Our blog is the place where we get to rave about all the great things our guests can see and do in Falmouth and across Cornwall.

The best beaches. Dog-friendly walks near the hotel. Our guide to bars and eateries. Attractions you can't miss. Our guide to the best events, festivals and live music taking place across Cornwall. Plus much, much more...

Recent Posts

Attractions

Falmouth lifeboat Station

Recently, we were invited to visit Falmouth Lifeboat Station for a tour around the lifeboats that help keep our local waters safe. Our guide, Adrien Bell was full of interesting facts and stories about the boats, so here are our top ten facts about the Falmouth Lifeboat Station....

Top Tips to Stay Safe at Gyllyngvase Beach
Beaches

Top Tips to Stay Safe at Gyllyngvase Beach

Here at St Michaels we’re lucky to be just metres away from one of Cornwall’s friendliest and (in our opinion) most beautiful beaches, Gyllyngvase beach. We know the lure of the sea and have spent many happy hours there enjoying the Cornish lifestyle, but the sea needs to be respected as it can be a dangerous place. That’s why we thought we’d take a stroll and talk to the lifeguards...

Spa Secrets: Healthy Summer Skin
Health & Beauty

Spa Secrets: Healthy Summer Skin

It's that time of year again when the sun finally starts to shine and we all flock to the beach to soak up some rays. But what effect does this have on your skin? Luckily here at St Michaels we have our very own spa full of experts to ask, here we share the advice of our Head of Spa, Alex Fowler......

Where to buy local Cornish Drinks
Food

Where to buy local Cornish Drinks

You may have noticed that our bar is stocked to over flowing with local, Cornish drinks (and if you haven’t come down and try out our range!) But we thought you might like to know where you can get these local brews to take a piece of Cornwall home with you…...