The Thirsty Scholar

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Staff

9.6

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Thirsty Scholar in Penryn offers comfortable rooms with private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, hairdryers, showers, and TVs. Guests enjoy free WiFi, ensuring a pleasant stay. Dining and Leisure: The inn features a restaurant and bar, providing a variety of dining options. Outdoor seating areas enhance the on-site experience. Menus cater to special diets, accommodating diverse preferences. Convenient Location: Located 40 km from Newquay Cornwall Airport, the property is near attractions such as Pendennis Castle (6 km), Lizard Point (31 km), and Trelissick Garden (12 km). Cycling activities are available for guests. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests, The Thirsty Scholar is praised for its breakfast, attentive staff, and comfortable rooms.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

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1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely pub in a quiet location. Room was a nice size with a comfortable bed and good en-suite. Parking only a 5 minute walk and we chose to leave the car and get the bus into Falmouth, which was really easy and accessible. Breakfast was fabulous too.”
Scatty
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Nice pub, breakfast was really good. Room was clean and tidy. The bed was comfy. Bathroom was very modern with good facilities. Staff were helpful and friendly.”
Kai
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Bed was comfortable Bathroom was definitely a wow factor Left early in the morning, they very kindly made us a pack up instead of breakfast”
C
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I liked all the little things about the room like the lights in the floor lighting up the bathroom. I also loved the food. It was a very quiet location. The woman that owned it had tried out each room which I liked and was also exceptionally nice.”
Imad
Germany Germany
“The staff were marvellous. Flow and Adelle were super great, helpful and accomodating. The location and back garden were very nice. It was near the bus station and a walk from the train station.”
Thomas
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great breakfast, lovely location. Good bar with nice beers.”
Sarah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very comfy bed. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Authentic building with floors a little uneven. Please don't change them! Yummy Sunday lunch and breakfast cooked to order.”
Karolina
Poland Poland
“Real treat! Superb hospitality. Patio with a view. Would come back. And not to be beaten- Cornish breakfast and black, hot coffee.”
Sally
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The host / landlady was absolutely amazing she went above and beyond and really made the stay special . The food there is absolutely amazing , my room and en-suite facilities exceeded my expectations. Breakfasts are gold star level they are WOW....”
Hayley
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast was amazing , room was lovely and clean and hosts were very welcoming”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant

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House rules

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Check-in
From 16:00 to 20:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 2 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.