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The Thirsty Scholar

3.0 star property
Penryn inn with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite
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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom
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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking
  • Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

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18 West Street, Penryn, England, TR10 8EW

What's nearby

  • Falmouth University - 5 min drive
  • Swanpool Beach - 6 min drive
  • Pendennis Castle - 7 min drive
  • Gyllyngvase Beach - 11 min drive
  • Maenporth Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 48 min drive
  • Penryn Station - 6 min walk
  • Penmere Station - 8 min drive
  • Falmouth Town Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Choy Hung House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rowes Pasty Shop - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Verdant Brewing Company Limited - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Upper Deck - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Thirsty Scholar

The Thirsty Scholar is a great choice for a stay in Penryn. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 2 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • Free on-site extended parking
  • Free off-site parking nearby

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Mountain biking nearby

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Electric kettle

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

Thirsty Scholar B&B
Thirsty Scholar B&B Penryn
Thirsty Scholar Penryn
The Thirsty Scholar Inn
The Thirsty Scholar Penryn
The Thirsty Scholar Inn Penryn

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Thirsty Scholar?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Thirsty Scholar?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Thirsty Scholar?
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Thirsty Scholar and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.
Are there restaurants at or near The Thirsty Scholar?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around The Thirsty Scholar like?
The Thirsty Scholar is a short 6-minute walk from Penryn Station and 4 minutes' walk from Penryn Museum.

The Thirsty Scholar Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Jonathan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dee, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place for a trip to Cornwall.
Just spent a wonderful week in Penryn staying at The Thirsty Scholar whilst visiting family,Everything about the TS is spot on, comfortable and clean room, excellent breakfast, and a really nice and varied dinner menu.Very pleasant staff and well run by Adele and Darren, would definitely recommend the placer. a few days away.
Bryan, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect
We had a fantastic couple of days in Penryn and loved everything about our accommodation! Absolutely first class stay and more than happy to recommend The Thirsty Scholar. It was the perfect base for us.
2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely Visit
This is a return visit , so that says it all , food is great and room was of a good standard, WIFI issue though in room but in bar and restaurant area very good ,
1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

Hotel.com website not correct
Had a nice stay at the Thirsty Scholar after the hassle of gettng into the property and the parking. Your website said we could get in at 2.30 but couldn't get in until 4.00, although the owner did arrange for someone to come and let us in. Free parking your website states, there is no parking for the pub which again was a hassle for us as the Council carpark was quite a way with steep hills.
Carol, 3-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Its position and great beer
Andy, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful little pub with delicious food and a lovely room with a fantastic view of the harbour. Staff were very friendly and overall a great place to stay.
Samantha, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Manageress is one of those golden hearted people who makes you want to go back.
Martin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sarah, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Richard, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

staff were excellent, host Adele was excellent, nice pub, good pub food, good breakfast, good transport links bus & train, rooms were good, bed was comfy. dog friendly. real ales,
anthony, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Historic building sympathetically modernised. Obviously some noise as its a pub but hey
Carolyn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Douglas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ideal location for visiting Penryn campus. Food was excellent. Staff were incredibly helpful and friendly.
Lesley, 4-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

Enjoyable stay
Yes brilliant value perfect position, Clean, warm, with a great breakfast.
Neil, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

malcolm, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hospitality. Food was awesome. Friendly atmosphere.
Sherri, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A real gastro pub with accommodation
The B&B is well located and the food is superb. Due to its location and the demand for the rooms, it is a bit pricey but I guess is all down to supply/demand factors rather than any other thing. Anyway, I would stay there again if I could.
Pedro, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Valerie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great pub with accommodation
Lovely find, just a short way out of Falmouth. If you stay here then we’d recommend eating here as well. Food choices in the town are limited but don’t worry the food in the pub is excellent.
Graeme, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Note parking is off-premises, but there are public car park(s) within walking distance with free overnight parking. The staff kindly gave up their own car park place for me when I turned up as a late (indeed, last minute) arrival. Excellent service throughout. Enjoyed the food, too.
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This pub/guesthouse was the highlight of our trip to southern England. What a charming place! The rooms are super nice and renovated with a wonderful view of Falmouth Bay (some rooms - request this). The owners are wonderful people and the restaurant is very popular and delicious. This is the perfect place to stay to visit your child who attends Exeter University/Falmouth University Penryn campus, which is why we were there. A quick bus ride or walk into Falmouth town.
Jennifer, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant bathroom with great rainfall showerhead. Walk to station to go to Falmouth. Easy drive to Lands End and all beaches in between. Brilliant food.
Regan, 2-night trip
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