Established in 1882, the Fowey Hotel is a haven of tranquillity resting on the bank of the Fowey River Estuary looking out to sea. This grand lady, a tribute to great Victorian architecture, majestically watches over the lazy yachts and quaint fishing boats as they creep in and out of the mouth of the Fowey river.

The Fowey Hotel is a mere 20 minute drive from the spectacular Eden Project, hailed as a "living theatre of plants and people". This unique attraction illustrates perfectly that a whole new world can be grown from the seed of imagination.

It is the perfect base from which to visit not only Eden but also the Lost Gardens of Heligan, the Wheal-Martyn China Clay museum, the historic port of Charlestown and many of Cornwall's best attractions.

Fowey is particularly famous for its August Regatta, the highlight of which is a visit by the esteemed Red Arrows (the best viewing spot is from The Fowey) and in May, for the Daphne DuMaurier Literary Festival.

The Fowey Hotel's Premier and Select bedrooms all offer wonderful views out over the water and a number have private balconies and terraces. All are comfortably furnished with some having 4-poster beds, spa baths and walk-in showers. They are equipped with hospitality trays, remote control colour TV, radio, hairdryer and other thoughtful extras.

The Fowey's restaurant has held 2 AA Rosettes for excellent cuisine for over 8 years and one is often spoilt for choice with menus that take full advantage of the excellent produce available in Cornwall. The hotel also has a delicious bar menu for those who prefer lighter meals. In warmer months the terrace and Tea gardens are perfect places to sit and enjoy a Cornish Cream Tea and watch the activity of the water.

The Fowey is staffed with a personable and friendly team, dedicated to ensuring every guest is well looked after. It's not about numbers here, but people.

The hotel has 2 comfortable lounges and a relaxing bar area. It is set in beautifully landscaped gardens with plenty of seating affording a great view whilst you enjoy a snack or refreshment.

Fowey is a lovely town full of quaint buildings, shops and galleries that are a pleasure to browse as it is not your run of the mill high street. Delightful ferry trips will take you across the estuary to Polruan or around the headland to the little fishing port of Mevagissey. There are plenty of nice walks offering spectacular views and within easy driving distance are the Eden Project, Lost Gardens of Heligan, National Trust property of Llanhydrock House and the town of Lostwithiel, with its plethora of antique shops.