The Alverton

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“A converted historic grade II listed building set in pretty Truro. Beautifully restored throughout, the rooms perfectly mix the old and the new. Expect Farrow and Ball painted walls, chic contemporary furniture and plenty of charm coming from the original features. The restaurant is noteworthy too.”

Hotel review

Set inside a former convent on the edge of Truro, The Alverton has a sense of history; gothic arches, cloisters and original stonework give the building real character and there is a reassuring solidity to the place.

Inside, the style leans more traditional country house than contemporary boutique, though several bedrooms have been sympathetically refreshed in recent years. The newer courtyard rooms and suites are the ones to book, they’re large, some with both bath and shower, so it is worth choosing carefully when booking.

The gardens are lovely in warmer weather and the terrace works well for pre-dinner drinks on sunny evenings. Food is enjoyable rather than destination dining, though Afternoon Tea remains popular with locals.

One of the hotel’s greatest strengths is its location. It’s a great venue for a wedding and you can walk easily into Truro while still feeling slightly removed from the town itself. Staff are friendly and approachable and the atmosphere remains relaxed throughout. The Alverton may not be Cornwall’s trendiest address, but it has warmth, character and an ease that many people will appreciate.

Lulu Townsend

Recommended for

  • Local exploring

    • With Truro's historic attractions, shops and museums on the doorstep plus gorgeous rugged countryside to explore

  • Foodies

    • The two AA-rosette award-winning restaurant uses the finest foraged, fished and farmed Cornish ingredients

  • Full of character

    • The property is full of historic character, yet has a fresh contemporary feel

  • Pet friendly

    • Well behaved dogs are welcomed in select rooms at a rate of £17.50 per night

  • Other Activities

    • Make a trip to the astounding Eden Project, ideal for families

  • Great walks

    • Take walks along the scenic coast of the Roseland Peninsula

  • Museums

    • Visit the Royal Cornwall Museum in Truro

  • Historic

    • Grade II listed building

  • Luxury

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Family Suites

  • Quiet

  • Secluded setting

  • Romantic

  • Contemporary

  • Traditional

  • Disabled access

  • Child friendly

  • Antiques

  • Chic

  • Restaurant

Facilities

  • Rooms

    50 rooms in this hotel

  • Pet friendly

    Well behaved dogs are welcomed in select rooms at a rate of £17.50 per night

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Bicycle hire

  • Meeting Room

  • Bar

  • Family Suites

  • Parking

  • Wifi

  • Disabled access

  • Room service

  • Child friendly

  • Garden

  • Restaurant

Activities

  • Other Activities

    • Make a trip to the astounding Eden Project, ideal for families

  • Great walks

    • Take walks along the scenic coast of the Roseland Peninsula

  • Museums

    • Visit the Royal Cornwall Museum in Truro

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Other reviews

The Alverton

Occupying a rambling Victorian-Gothic pile hidden behind high stone walls and centuries-old trees, on a busy road just outside the centre of Truro, The Alverton is a classic county town hotel with a contemporary twist.

Originally published by The Telegraph

Alverton, Truro, Cornwall

Up a hill, a short stroll from the centre of Truro, the Alverton has a holy feel about it. Tall stained glass windows rise from a grey stone building that resembles a church, while a castellated tower shoots up above a doorway shaped like a bishop’s mitre. The hotel was indeed once the home of nuns, members of the Order of the Epiphany, who were based in the house from 1883 to 1984. Now it’s a stylish hotel with a well-regarded restaurant.

Originally published by The Times

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