The Five Pilchards Inn in Helston provides accommodations with a garden and a bar. This 4-star bed and breakfast offers water sports facilities, luggage storage space, and free Wifi. The Lizard and Kynance Cove is 13 miles away, and Lizard Point is 14 miles from the bed and breakfast. At the bed and breakfast, all units include a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. The bed and breakfast provides certain units with sea views, and the units come with a kettle. Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Helston, like snorkeling, windsurfing, and diving. If you'd like to discover the area, cycling, fishing, and canoeing are possible in the surroundings. Lizard Lighthouse & Heritage Centre is 14 miles from The Five Pilchards Inn, while St Michael's Mount is 23 miles away. The nearest airport is Land's End Airport, 35 miles from the accommodation.

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

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
or
3 twin beds
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lindley
    United States of America United States of America
    The breakfast was superb. The hotel was right on the Coast Path and rnext to the beach. The old building was beautiful and bright and modern.
  • Gary
    United States of America United States of America
    Very quiet, and great food. A little gem in the middle of nowhere. Surprisingly busy and reccomend booking dinner reservations. Staff were wonderful.
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location and the peace and quiet of Porthallow The friendly reception by the staff and the locals.

Host Info

Company review score: 9.4Based on 218 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

There has only only been 16 landlords in the Inns 190 year history. Purchased by Pralla Ltd in November 2019 who are committed to renovating and refurbishing this hidden gem after a period of closure. This aim is to create a community focussed pub with excellent accommodation within a amazing Cornish village that offers a warm welcome to both locals and visitors all year round.

Property info

Our early 19th Century Inn sits on the beach which marks the midway point of the 630 mile world renowned South West Coast Path Walk. Five newly refurbished ensuite rooms offer comfort and a base to explore the hidden areas of South West Cornwall and The Lizard Peninsula. A free house Inn, restaurant with five ensuite rooms, the Five Pilchards is a favourite place with locals and visitors alike. Our dining experience boasts a varied changing menu with many local homemade specials. Rooms feature cooling coastal colours along with flat screen smart tvs, tea and coffee making facilities and bottled water. Our knowledgeable staff are on hand to advise on local and traditional ales, ciders and menus, as well as the best places to visit in this beautiful corner of Cornwall. The traditional open fireplace warms and glows from the heart of the bar and walls adorned with historical images, many provided by the local villagers, stretching back over 200 years, provide an insight into our coastal village. The Five Pilchards Inn stands in a unique position at the mid point of the South West Coast Path National Trail. This inspiring coastal walk stretches for 630 miles between Minehead ...

Neighborhood info

This Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the Lizard Peninsula offers ocean views together with some of the most spectacular scenery in the UK. The most southerly place in Britain, Lizard Point, boasts dramatic cliffs and turquoise seas. Kynance Cove, with its white beaches and rock stacks, stretches from Lizard Point to Gwennap Head. Local attractions include Poldark Mine, the Cornish Seal Sanctuary, Flambards Theme Park, and the National Trust’s Godolphin Estate to name but a few.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Five Pilchards Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Snorkeling
  • Diving
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Windsurfing
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Baggage storage
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about The Five Pilchards Inn

  • The Five Pilchards Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Water sports facilities on site

  • Room options at The Five Pilchards Inn include:

    • Suite
    • Triple
    • Double
    • Twin

  • The prices at The Five Pilchards Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at The Five Pilchards Inn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • The Five Pilchards Inn is 8.7 miles from the center of Helston. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from The Five Pilchards Inn. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.