The Longboat Inn

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Scored 8.2
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.4

WE ARE NOT A DOG/PET FRIENDLY INN. In the market town of Penzance, The Longboat Inn is right opposite Penzance Train Station and a 5-minute walk from the beach. This family-run has a restaurant, a Mediterranean-style beer garden, a traditional bar with outdoor seating and rooms with free Wi-Fi. Rooms at the Longboat Inn have private bathrooms, LCD TVs with Sky channels, and tea/coffee facilities. Telephones, radios and hairdryers are provided, ironing facilities are available on request. The restaurant serves traditional homemade food using local ingredients where possible. A variety of breakfasts are served daily. The traditional bar stocks a wide range of award-winning beers and ales, along with specialty coffees and teas. Live sport is shown on the bar’s HD/3D screens. Luggage storage is available (Guest only) , and Penzance Harbor is within a 5-minute walk from the hotel and has regular boat trips to the Isles of Scilly. The town center has a good selection of shops, cafes and restaurants. 'No pets allowed in rooms'.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

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Glenys
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very welcoming on reception, central location, large car park conveniently near. Quite room. It was a brief overnight stay before we caught the ferry to Scillies.”
Sophie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly service and comfortable rooms, I like staying here when I'm travelling alone.”
Arewethereyet?
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location for station and town. Lovely bar and restaurant. Staff were great, room was all we needed and comfortable.”
Lisabeth
Canada Canada
“Excellent location with a comfortable pub vibe. We appreciated being given a quiet room. We also enjoyed the little library in the pub area… very cosy on a cool day! The breakfast was also very good with vegetarian options.”
Janet
United States United States
“It was convenient to the train station and the meals, room and staff were awesome!”
Southerland
United States United States
“Value of breakfast was superb along with the excellent taste. Atmosphere was great for both Pub and rooms.”
Javier
Argentina Argentina
“You can have a great breakfast and a fine dinner in the same premises”
Jay
Netherlands Netherlands
“The room and en suite bathroom were clean. Beds were comfy, perfect for those coming off of the South West Coast Path like us. Delicious breakfast, and the hotel’s restaurant also offered good dinner. Staff were very helpful too, especially with...”
Heather
Canada Canada
“Very close to train and bus station Clean. No musty smells or or odours. Comfortable beds. We really liked and would stay again. Beds were comfortable.”
Gibbings
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very clean room, really tasty food for evening meal and breakfast. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. Good location for the railway station.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of The Longboat Inn

Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

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Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that this is a second-floor listed building with no elevator access.

There is paid private parking available a 2-minute walk from the property.

Please inform The Longboat Inn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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