Surrounded by cliffs and the South West Coast Path, find yourself tucked away in the perfect sun-trap in the wildlife hotspot of Swanpool Beach in Falmouth. A ten-minute walk along the coast path from St Michaels, Swanpool is the perfect place to find yourself for a day at the beach. With so much to offer, Swanpool really is the ideal beach destination if you’re looking to mix it up and step...
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
Our Guide to Maenporth Beach
Along a vibrant coast path, you will find the sandy cove of Maenporth Beach on the outskirts of Falmouth. Once a natural harbour, this shallow inlet gently slopes into the sea and is the perfect location for family fun at the beach. Sheltered by the surrounding cliffs, the water is favoured by swimmers, kayakers and paddle boarders alike, whilst the low tide rock pools are perfect for those children...
Our guide to Cornish rock pooling
Lurid long tentacles, snapping crabs and transparent prawns. Discover a whole new bunch of creatures along the shoreline as you check out the fascinating marine life that inhabits Cornwall’s rock pools....
5 to try - Falmouth boat trips
Falmouth is the ultimate coastal base for day tripping by boat. Enjoy a leisurely day out on an organised trip with one of these wonderful local companies....