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Dolphin Tavern

3.0 star property
Inn in Penzance with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Harbour View
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Classic Double Room, Ensuite, Bay View
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Classic Double Room, Ensuite, Bay View
In the town center, the Dolphin Tavern combines convenience with comfort. Guests connect to WiFi, start their day with breakfast, and store luggage without hassle. The helpful staff receives consistent praise from visitors who appreciate the genuine hospitality.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is €162
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept

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Classic Double Room, Ensuite, Bay View

Classic Double Room, Ensuite, Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Harbour View

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Harbour View

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Harbour View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Harbour View

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Harbour View

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Harbour View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Penzance is home to Dolphin Tavern. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Minack Theatre, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carbis Bay Beach and St. Michael's Mount. National Dahlia Collection and Paradise Park and JungleBarn are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Map
Quay Street, Penzance, England, TR18 4BD

What's nearby

  • Penzance Ferry Terminal - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Jubilee Pool - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Penzance Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Union Hotel - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mousehole Beach - 9 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Penzance (PZC-Penzance Train Station) - 8 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jubilee Pool Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Dock Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taj Mahal - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Tremenheere (Wetherspoon) - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Yacht Inn - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Dolphin Tavern

Inn near St. Michael's Mount
Dolphin Tavern provides amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • Breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and luggage storage

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dolphin Tavern pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dolphin Tavern?

As of 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dolphin Tavern on 18 Sept 2025 start from €161.91, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Tavern?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dolphin Tavern?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dolphin Tavern located?

Situated in Penzance, this inn is steps away from Penzance Ferry Terminal and Jubilee Pool. Penzance Promenade and Union Hotel are also within 5 minutes. Penzance (PZC-Penzance Train Station) is 8 minutes by foot and Penzance Station is 9 minutes.

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Dolphin Tavern Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 171 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Great location. Great views. Great food. Great staff. Look forward to visiting again in future
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, amazing friendly staff and superb breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was clean, spacious, and had a fine view of the sea. The hosts were affable and eager to help, and the food was excellent. There is a large outdoor swimming pool nearby with a heated section that is well worth investigating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay. Very comfortable with friendly, help staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrific Find

Perfect solution when passing through Penzance. An old tavern full of charm, a warm welcome, great food, clean room, and a view of the bay. Perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area, attentive staff easy access close to Esplanade and Dock area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

lana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly staff. Great food
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Another really good nights sleep before onward travel. Evening meal was lovely with great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food and friendly family staff. Great for ferry to the Isles of Scilly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stop in Cornwall. Location is good, staff were all very friendly and the accommodation was comfortable. I’d happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

pauleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dinning and parking very good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly amazing staff. So helpful and accomodating. Loved my stay. Had a lovely cornish breakfast which is super good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANITE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect

We have stayed at the Dolphin Inn before and would always choose the Inn as our first choice for accommodation in Penzance
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A traditional inn on the harbour with a great atmosphere. Richard, the owner, and his team do a tremendous job. Highly recommended
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A*

Great room. Very clean premises. Very attentive staff. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The history of the building, the modernised bedroom and bathroom, the atmosphere in the pub and dining areas all made this a memorable and comfortable visit. Very conveniently positioned for train station and Scillonian. Quite a bit of traffic on road below, but it didn’t disturb us very much.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virgil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was convenient to local sights. Staff was extraordinarily friendly and attentive. Food was good. Pleasant atmosphere and local color. Parking is a challenge.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Another overnight stop on the way to Scilly. Excellent customer service as usual. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room - clean and large with a great view over the harbour. The staff were fantastic and very accommodating. We arrived at 8.30 pm during the Godowan Festival when the pub was very busy but they found us a table and kept the kitchen open late to feed us. Also provided us a great cooked breakfast before the normal time as we had an early ferry. Few hotels would have been so flexible, friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm and welcoming and friendly service l. The food and breakfast were really good. I loved the view from my room overlooking the harbor. Good bed, nice and freshly done bathroom with shower. Everything is spotless clean!!! The accommodation is close to everything. I really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heinz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What ever you want. It`s perfect. We stay the 3rd time in the Daulphin Inn
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024