Set in four acres of subtropical gardens directly opposite Gyllyngvase Blue Flag beach, St Michael’s is Falmouth’s most complete resort. The award-winning spa has the largest hydrotherapy pool in the South West, plus outdoor hot tub, cold plunge pool, barrel sauna and treatment rooms. Two AA-rosette restaurants — Brasserie on the Bay for locally sourced seasonal cooking, Garden Kitchen for a more relaxed Mediterranean-influenced menu. 92 rooms, many with sea views and balconies, plus a fully equipped health club with over 100 classes weekly. Dog-friendly. Falmouth train station is five minutes’ walk away.