The Laundry Room

Services and Amenities

About this launderette

The Laundry Room is a highly-rated self-service launderette in Falmouth offering excellent value and a welcoming atmosphere for residents and visitors alike. Open daily from 6am-11pm with wheelchair accessible facilities, it features modern well-maintained equipment including multiple washing machine sizes (£5-£9 per load) and efficient tumble dryers (£1 for 7-8 minutes). The launderette provides a comfortable customer experience with complimentary wifi, coffee machines, books to read, magazines, and seating areas—making it far more than just a place to wash clothes. Customers consistently praise the spotless facility, friendly staff, and quick 20-minute wash cycles, with many traveling from surrounding towns specifically to use it. While payment is coin-only (contactless payment planned), the adjacent post office and Londis readily provide change, and customers must bring their own detergent, though the launderette offers baskets for laundry transfer and maintains an excellent standard of cleanliness and equipment maintenance.

+44 7903 051558

Questions people ask

What payment methods does The Laundry Room accept?

The Laundry Room operates on a cash-only basis, accepting coins for both washing machines and tumble dryers. Customers without coins can obtain change from the adjacent Londis supermarket (open until 20:00) or the nearby post office during business hours. Contactless and card payment options have been mentioned as coming soon, but are not yet available.

How much does it cost to wash and dry clothes at The Laundry Room?

Washing costs vary by machine size: small washers cost £5–£6, larger capacity washers cost £8–£9, and the extra-large 18kg duvet machine costs £8. Tumble dryers cost £1 and typically run for 7–8 minutes, though drying time may vary. Customers should note that pricing may fluctuate, and detergent is not included—visitors must bring their own or purchase from nearby.

Can I wash large items like duvets and bedsheets at The Laundry Room?

Yes, The Laundry Room specialises in large item washing and duvet cleaning. The facility features extra-large 18kg capacity machines designed specifically for duvets and oversized loads, which can complete a full wash cycle in approximately 20 minutes. Customers have reported successfully cleaning bedsheets and drying them within about an hour total.

What are The Laundry Room's opening hours?

The Laundry Room is open seven days a week from 6am to 11pm daily (Monday through Sunday). Customers planning evening washes should note that wash cycles typically take 20–23 minutes, so last-minute visits near closing time should allow sufficient time before 11pm.

What facilities and amenities are available while I wait?

The Laundry Room provides a comfortable, modern waiting area with complimentary free WiFi, a coffee vending machine, and a curated book and magazine exchange for customers to read. The facility also features a resident cat, seating areas suitable for working or relaxing, and a community notice board. The launderette is wheelchair accessible and maintains spotless, trendy surroundings.

Is The Laundry Room clean and well-maintained?

Yes, The Laundry Room consistently receives high praise for cleanliness and maintenance. Customers describe the facility as spotless, with modern equipment and trendy aesthetic design. The launderette's machines and premises are regularly maintained to a high standard. However, customers are advised to bring their own detergent, as cleaning products are not available onsite or in the machines.