The Thirsty Scholar is a former coaching inn located in the heart of historic Penryn. Traditional ales and ciders are served in the on-site bar, and guests can relax in the sheltered beer garden or in front of an open fire. Free WiFi is featured in each room, along with an private bathroom, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Home-cooked food is served in the restaurant, with fresh produce sourced locally. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are on offer, with specials available on the weekend. Penryn Rail Station is just a 5-minute walk from the property, and BF-Adventure Park is only 10 minutes away by car. Water taxis to Falmouth can be taken from the harbor, which is just under a 10-minute walk away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.9
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
8.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Barbara
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent breakfast, very friendly staff , the building is very old with lots of history.
  • Cheryl
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    The Thirsty Scholar had a great location, great staff, great breakfast, amazing shower! it was perfect for our stay
  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The food is amazing and the rooms were really lovely and clean. The staff are brilliant and the owner is just fabulous

Area info

Amenities of The Thirsty Scholar
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Laundry
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

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House rules

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Check-in

From 2:30 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 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.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Pets

Pets are not allowed.

FAQs about The Thirsty Scholar

  • Room options at The Thirsty Scholar include:

    • Double

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

  • The Thirsty Scholar offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The Thirsty Scholar is 800 feet from the center of Penryn. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at The Thirsty Scholar is from 2:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.