The Old Quay House

César award: Cornish hotel of the year

Old Quay House, Fowey, Cornwall, central hotel/restaurant, contemporary cooking

Old Quay House, Fowey, south Cornwall central hotel/restaurant, open plan

Old Quay House, Fowey, central hotel, no children under 12

The Old Quay House, Fowey, Cornwall, dog-free , central hotel

Old Quay House, Fowey, south Cornwall central hotel/restaurant, Good Hotel Guide César award in 2013

Good Cornish hotels, The Old Quay House, hotel with restaurant Fowey, Cornwall

On the waterfront of a pretty old seaside town, this former seamen's mission has been turned into a stylish hotel by owners Jane and Roy Carson; Anthony Chapman is the hands-on manager. 'An absolute delight from start to finish; what lovely people,' said inspectors. Readers agreed in 2012: 'A well-presented hotel in beautiful surroundings'; 'Simply spot-on, chic and comfortable'. Because the town has narrow streets and tough parking restrictions, arriving visitors are asked to drop off baggage before parking 800 yards up the hill (cost included). 'The welcome is friendly, luggage already taken to the room. Ours was excellent, with a harbour view, large bed and nice touches: a folding umbrella, two smart rainproof jackets, white waffle bathrobes.' In the restaurant, which has glass doors opening on to a waterside terrace, the chef, Ben Bass, has a modern style with dishes like Cornish crab, pomegranate dressing; pan-seared fillet of Red Ruby beef, fondant potato, crispy shallots. 'A good meal; we could have done without the background music.' Breakfast was 'excellent; eggs Benedict came in three versions'. (Hayley Gathercole, Natalie King, Stephen Cromie)

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Summer Special Offer Free Prosecco

It’s great that the Summer seems to be here eventually. Our guests are enjoying breakfast out on the terrace here at The Old Quay House. To celebrate, we are offering GHG readers a free bottle of prosecco.

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GHG entry absolutely correct, but did not convey the charm. I found it a pleasure every time just to enter the restful bedroom (despite early morning seagull noises), An experience of serene charm with superb food, very pleasant and very hardworking staff, and indeed everything just right to make me think longingly of going back.

Eithne Scallan, 07/06/2012
I joined the GHG to comment on the exceptional service we received at the Old Quay House during our romantic night away from the kids! The team at this Cornwall gem make you feel like absolutely nothing is too much trouble for them. Superb service from start to finish. Highly recommended!

Eugene Boje, 03/05/2012
A well presented, comfortable hotel, with lovely surroundings. The staff are welcoming and friendly and the food is good. We had the Superior room with a balcony looking over the river, and opened the doors in the evening to listen to the tide come in.

Hayley Gathercole, 20/03/2012
Lovely hotel, great restaurant, fantastic views. We stayed in the suite on the top floor, an ideal spot to relax and watch the river flow by - well worth the cost. The staff were terrific.

Rob and Ronni Ellis, 07/03/2012

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