StayScore
87/100
Truro
The Alverton Hotel
StayScore
89
/100
Confidence: High
Tregolls Road, Truro, TR1 1ZQ, United Kingdom
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The Alverton is a grade II* listed hotel set on a hillside in the Cornish city of Truro, occupying an early‑19th‑century manor later converted to a convent. The property retains historic features including a bell tower and mullioned windows and provides 53 individually furnished bedrooms. Confirmed on‑site facilities include an AA‑rosette restaurant, a bar with a terrace, private gardens and a range of event spaces — notably the Great Hall and several smaller suites for meetings and private dining.
StayScore Analysis
Why this hotel scores 89/100
The Alverton in Truro suits travellers seeking a characterful Cornish base where history and atmosphere matter as much as location. Set in a Grade II* manor with a bell tower and private gardens, it appeals to couples, food-focused visitors and anyone wanting a refined country‑house feel close to Truro’s shops, cathedral and transport links. It works well for short breaks, dining-focused stays and small events, offering more period charm and personality than a contemporary city hotel.
Amenities
What this hotel offers
Free parkingFree WiFiRestaurantFamily roomsNon-smoking roomsFacilities for disabled guestsRoom serviceTea/coffee maker in all roomsBarFabulous breakfast
Highlights
- ✓ Grade II* manor house with bell tower and period character
- ✓ AA‑rosette restaurant, terrace and private gardens for food-led short breaks
- ✓ Handy base for exploring Truro’s shops, cathedral and nearby Cornish attractions
Things to know
- • Hillside setting and historic layout mean some areas have steps and limited level access
- • Event activity can make parts of the hotel feel busier during weddings or private functions
Hotel surroundings
What's nearby
Nearby
- 1.Cornubia Park 650 yd
- 2.Royal Cornwall Museum 900 yd
- 3.Victoria Gardens 1,100 yd
Top attractions
- 1.Waterfall Gardens 0.7 mi
- 2.Hendra Park 0.7 mi
- 3.Bishops Wood Hillfort 2.2 mi
- 4.Roundwood Fort 3 mi
- 5.Batter's Shaft 4.4 mi
Transport
- 1.Bus · Old Police Station 350 yd
- 2.Bus · Truro Railway Station 0.9 mi
- 3.Train · Truro Station 0.9 mi
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