Fabulous hotel with amazing views across the Carlyon Bay. The hotel staff are really friendly and obliging making the stay even more enjoyable. Excellent breakfasts and the dinner menu offered o wide range of food options. All of the food we had was beautifully cooked and well presented. Our room had a balcony and we'd quite happily have not left the hotel and stayed sat on the balcony all day admiring the view. Charlestown harbour is a 10 minute walk away. There is ample car parking space on site. The hotel is conveniently situated in Charlestown and ideal for exploring Cornwall. Even a drive down to Marazion to visit St Michael's Mount didn't take that long. Plonking ourselves down in the bar and enjoying a drink after a day out was superb. We certainly hope to be able to return for another stay at Porth Avallen in the future.

No dislikes.

Exceptional from the moment I arrived. Rebecca was professional and efficient. The young gentleman, who was a jack of all trades, brought my luggage to the room and greeted me most days at breakfast. The breakfast was fantastic. Most of all, the view was incredible! Ate dinner there as well and the presentation and taste of the food was exceptional. The cleaning staff kept the room in perfect condition. Sam was most helpful with information about the area and someone whom you just enjoyed talking to. This will be my go-to place when I am in the area again.

Nothing that comes to mind.

The staff were all very friendly, helpful with enquiries and accommodating when I asked for specific things. The bed was really comfortable and the room was sufficient for what I needed. The bar, restaurant and conservatory areas were kept very clean and were great for sitting and relaxing but also had the most amazing views! Food at the restaurant was very good, well cooked and tasted great. The hotel is right on the coastal path so meant I could take short breaks and walk along the coast without having to drive anywhere or take hours and hours out of my day.

Some areas of the room were a little rough around the edges and needed maintenance, such as a leaking pipe on the towel rail. The windows felt a bit dated and didn't seal well, which meant my room got a bit chilly and so I had to make use of an extra blanket, even though the weather had been warm. Shame they have the rule not to allow take-away food at the hotel as that would have given more food options, but I understand why they chose to do this. The food options at the restaurant are a little limited and, for me, pricey. It would be great to have more meal options around the £12-15 price, than all being £17 - £28. Maybe even some more 'lunchy' options like baguettes for people who have already had a main meal during the day and want to buy something a bit smaller at the restaurant.

A warm and friendly greeting on my arrival at reception. Throughout my stay, all the staff were extremely pleasant. My room and bathroom were immaculate and had a partial sea view, lovely sunrise first thing in the morning flooding the room, such a great start to the day. I have to say how nice it was to stay in accommodation which provided large thick towels rather than the tiny, thin things so often left out for guests. A lovely old style hotel which suited me very well and I would love to return in the future.

I don't normally have breakfast but on the first morning opted for bacon, egg and mushrooms followed by tea and toast. Unfortunately, the cooked breakfast was slightly oily so I just had tea and toast for the following two days.

The view was something that money could not buy and we were lucky enough to be there on a very warm Friday in April. The SWCP is opposite the entrance of the hotel and we walked to Duporth, Porthpean and Charlestown on the first day and Carlyon Bay, Par Sands and Par on the second. The staff (they're weren't many) were so helpful and worked so hard. Special mention for the young lady on reception (didn't get her name but she's studying Law) who not only checked us in, served us breakfast and drinks but also cleaned the rooms! She was so welcoming and helpful and also to the young man with the beard who was working on the bar and serving evening meals and breakfast ...again very pleasant and helpful. Think their Manager got lucky when he employed both of them!

The hotel bedroom was slightly dated and mattress very hard (but we're used to a soft bed) but didn't spoil the visit and the room and bedding was spotlessly clean..

From the moment we walked in we felt valued and welcome. The location was stunning and care and attention has been made to make the best out of the old building. The sun trap terrace with sea view was really well maintained. We also paid extra for sea view and I would recommend doing this. The food was simply fantastic- fresh, good quality and very good value. Hats off to the chef! Also the cost of food and drink was very competitive not inflated as you usually see in a hotel. Thanks for the wine recommendation too.

Yes it’s a little bit tired but the price of the stay reflects this. The water pressure was very low which resulted in the shower not being very strong flowing but we could cope with that for a couple of days

It was situated in a lovely area. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. Plenty of parking outside for your car. The hotel was easy to find on our arrival. Lovely views from the front of the building and in the restaurant.

The room we stayed in could have been a bit more updated with furnishings and some of the areas in our room could have been a bit better with cleanliness over the weekend. Plus the pillows could have been a bit softer to sleep on. Otherwise the room wasn't too bad.

Lovely breakfast in the morning, great location for all things I had planned for my stay

The bed was too hard for me so didn’t have a brilliant sleep but still ok, on the other hand my partner liked it and had a really good sleep Could possibly do with a newer hairdryer as it took a while to dry my hair but apart from that my stay was really nice, staff were wonderful and helpful. It was nice to be able to see the sea from our room which was a nice bonus

The location was wonderful, easy to reach many other locations. Our room had a spectacular view and was large and extremely comfortable. A very good menu, well cooked beautifully presented food. A lovely garden and a comfortable, well stocked bar. We could choose where to have dinner, ie in the bar, garden or formal dining room.

To be picky, a larger smart television would have been good, and a walk in shower would have been preferable, but that is down to our preference.

A beautiful, quiet old hotel, with an amazing view of the bay. Clean, comfortable room, good shower, beautiful garden. Delicious evening meals , decent breakfast, nice bar and polite friendly staff. A nice 20 min walk to Carlyan beach or 15 mins walk to Charlestown . Not far from Mevagissey and Fowey. All are beautiful places. Such a peaceful place, I loved it. I would definitely return. Its an old hotel with alot of charm.

The veggie sausages!