Shan Mu Inn Deluxe Hot-tub seaview apartment

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about Shan Mu Inn? The name doesn’t really prepare you for what you’re walking into. I mean, when you’re winding up Chywoone Hill in Newlyn – and honestly, it’s a proper climb from the harbor – you’re not expecting to find this gem tucked away with sweeping views across Mount’s Bay. But there it is, this deluxe apartment that’s actually earned its 4-star rating without all the usual corporate nonsense.

The hot tub situation is honestly the star here. Picture this: you’re soaking in bubbling water while watching fishing boats head out from Newlyn harbor below, and on clear days (which happen more than you’d think in Cornwall), you can see all the way to St. Michael’s Mount. The apartment itself feels more like staying at a well-traveled friend’s place than a hotel – everything’s thoughtfully done without being precious about it. The kitchen’s actually functional if you want to cook up some of that fresh fish from the market down in Newlyn, and the living space flows naturally toward those floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the seascape. I spent way too much time just watching the light change over the water, especially during those long summer evenings when the sun doesn’t set until after 9.

What really sells this place, though, is how it sits in the landscape. Newlyn’s still a proper working fishing port – you’ll hear the boats early morning, which I actually loved – and you’re close enough to walk down for the freshest crab sandwiches at one of the harbor cafés, but far enough up the hill to feel removed from it all. The owners clearly know this area; there’s local art on the walls and they’ve positioned everything to make the most of that view. Parking’s sorted (crucial when you’re this far up the hill), and honestly, once you’re settled in with a glass of wine in that hot tub watching the sunset, you’ll understand why this place scores a 9 out of 10. It’s not flashy or over-designed – it just gets everything right in that effortless way that makes you want to extend your stay.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $312. Deluxe Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Kelly from United Kingdom – 14 April 2025 (8/10)

  location was beautiful. Apartment was comfortable and spacious. Has a Electric car charging point which was a added bonus we were not expecting but super helpful.
  
  What could be improved: owner had to whatsapp us how to find the cutlery and how to work the hot tub. this information being in the welcome pack would have been helpful.

• Matthew from United Kingdom – 8 April 2025 (9/10)

  Location and hot tub with a great view.
  
  What could be improved: Sat Nav using postcode does not get you to the property, when in reality locating it is very easy.

• Abigail from United Kingdom – 22 March 2025 (8/10)

  It was clean, private, great view of the sea and the inside of the property was beautiful

• Adam from United Kingdom – 21 March 2025 (8/10)

  The hot tub was amazing
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Gopal from United Kingdom – 11 January 2025 (8/10)

  Liked everything. Beautiful property
  
  What could be improved: Nothing not to like.

• Amy from United Kingdom – 17 November 2024 (8/10)

  We loved the jacuzzi and how private and peaceful the apartment felt. Celebrate a friend’s birthday and we were all so pleased with the accommodation. The apartment was cleaned and well stocked with everything you would need! Thank you so so much!

• Mary-ann from United Kingdom – 6 November 2024 (9/10)

  Perfect place to stay, hidden away and very quiet. It has a high finish and everything is laid out well. It was lovely and clean and felt welcoming on arrival. Lots of heaters and dehumidifiers dotted around to help make the place be how you would like it. The jacuzzi spa is lovely, a large bath in the on suite and large shower. A large kitchen and island and seating area. The hanging chair is a lovely place to relax. Fluffy towels, good quality and two bathrobes provided in one room. Biscuits, milk and cold water awaited our arrival. We found the cutlery in the design of the kitchen under the hob in a drawer within a drawer. Good directions sent in advance, however we still struggled to find the entrance, it looks like you are going down a track. But easy to find apart from this! Whilst some “what I didn’t like” comments follow, we would recommend this property and would visit again!
  
  What could be improved: The crockery lets the high quality of everything else down. Only two large breakfast bowls, mismatching crockery and some chipped plates. These don’t reflect the high end finish. The welcome booklet could do with more information, we worked out the jacuzzi but instructions would have been useful. Maybe a sign further down the lane to help navigate the way in. The en-suite toilet door is glass, you can lie in bed and see the toilet!

• James from United Kingdom – 30 September 2024 (9/10)

  stunning views with hot tub, what more could you want.
  
  Clean, tidy, comfortable, such a lovely place to stay.
  
  What could be improved: Only negative comment would be we could not find any cutlery.

• Christina from United Kingdom – 17 August 2024 (8/10)

  The property was beautiful inside and out, Spacious, clean and homely. The views were breathtaking and in a good location with lots to do nearby. The owner had brilliant communication and left us some lovely welcome presents knowing we were getting married which was really sweet. We would definitely stay again and miss it already. We were so pleased we chose to stay here for our wedding and honeymoon.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing.

• Arvind from United Kingdom – 11 August 2024 (9/10)

  lovely house views are amazing, the view from the hot tub is exceptional, and the location is amazing lovely lovely house
  
  What could be improved: Windows needed a clean, and a vacuum would have been handy keeping families in mind

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