We probably all know someone who swears by their dips in the sea in all conditions, but are they wrong? Our sea swimming guru Salim from Swimlab talks through the benefits of sea swimming....
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
Water wellness
Ocean majesty and spa splendour combine in a symphony of watery wellbeing, all part of the luxury coastal wellness experience at St Michaels....
Our Seasonal Food Ethos
Farm, field and boat to fork. A swell of talented Cornwall food producers work closely with the St Michaels kitchen team to deliver a a truly seasonal and relaxed dining experience....
Real Life Poldark Locations
Poldark took to the screens on the BBC in 2015 and was an immediate hit, attracting around 7 million viewers. The broody drama is set in Cornwall in the 18th century and tells the story of the Poldark family. Many people now want to visit the iconic Cornish locations they see on the TV, and here is our guide to the top ten Poldark locations in Cornwall....
Real Poldark locations
Much as we love the new BBC Poldark series we also adore the original novels and the amazing places that inspired them. We have found the top real Cornish places that inspired Winston Graham to write the famous books. Without which we wouldn’t have Aidan Turner on our screens on a Sunday night. Unthinkable....
Four glorious beaches within walking distance
These four great beaches are all within walking distance of the hotel. Gyllingvase Beach with its golden sands, cafe, lifeguards and crystal blue swimming waters is literally on the hotel's doorstep (only sixty-five short steps from our front door). A bit further along the road, you will find the quieter Castle beach with a small cafe and plenty of rock pools at low tide. Swanpool Beach...