Hotel Penzance Harbour View

Hotels
9 (1451 reviews)
Britons Hill , Penzance , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Welcoming staff
Comfortable rooms
Beautiful views
Good food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
High breakfast prices
Service availability concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Issues with cleanliness in the first room and comments about a tired bathroom.
Service
9.25
Staff were welcoming, but there were serious concerns about availability during check-in.
Location
9.75
Convenient location with stunning views.
Room Quality
8.75
Comfortable rooms with some issues like damp stains and broken sink plug.
Amenities
9.25
Decent amenities but limited parking.
Value for Money
8.25
Expensive breakfast and charged parking were seen as drawbacks.
Food and Beverage
9.25
Generally good, with particular praise for the Cornish breakfast.
Overall Experience
9.25
Mixed experiences overall; some major concerns but enjoyable aspects as well.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 04:44

Property Description

Boutique Bedrooms and Award-Winning Cuisine
Hotel Penzance offers elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi, TV, and work desk. The stylish restaurant serves modern European cuisine with local produce.

Mediterranean-Style Gardens and Swimming Pool
Guests can relax in the swimming pool in the beautiful Mediterranean-style gardens. The hotel features compact, leafy grounds with quiet terraces and magnificent sea views.

Convenient Location and Relaxing Atmosphere
Located just a 10-minute walk from Penzance Harbour, the hotel also offers a relaxing guest lounge with open fires. Limited parking is available, and Long Rock Beach is a short stroll away.

Book your stay at Hotel Penzance for a perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and convenience.

Important information:

Please note that there is no elevator at this hotel. Rooms suitable to those with mobility problems can be allocated by prior arrangement.Please inform 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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BRS

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 8.95 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1451 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.75
Room Quality: 8.75
Amenities: 9.25
Value for Money: 8.25
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Michael couple gb
7
2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Selina family_with_children ch
5
Das Hotel hat nicht unseren Erwartungen entsprochen und eher wie ein Motel gewirkt.
Pros:

Das Hotel liegt 10-15 Gehminuten vom Bahnhof Penzance entfernt, was für uns sehr praktisch war. Die Aussicht aus dem Zimmer war wirklich schön. Das Personal war meistens sehr freundlich.

Cons:

Das Hotel wirkte auf uns nicht sehr gepflegt. Teilweise hat es muffig gerochen. Bei einem Zimmer konnte das Fenster im Bad nicht richtig geschlossen werden, beim anderen hat es stark bei den Fenstern hereingezogen, da es windig war. Auch die Sauberkeit war teilweise nicht einem Viersternehotel entsprechend (schimmlige Gummimatte für die Dusche, sehr dreckige Fenster, klebriger Boden im Frühstücksbereich). Auch Teile vom Mobiliar war nicht in einwandfreiem Zustand

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
E
Emrys couple gb
9
Great stay thanks to staff and facilities
Pros:

Room, view, staff, and breakfast were all great.

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
J
james family_with_children gb
9
Pros:

Really friendly staff and a really great room with nice amenities

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Linda solo_traveller ch
8
2026-04-12 via Nuitee
D
Dennis couple gb
10
Lovely place
Pros:

Nice location - clean and rooms were comfy

Cons:

Steep hill to get too (I’m super unfit)

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Deborah couple gb
10
Great location for visiting this area of Cornwall
Pros:

We had the room in the picture with a sea view on both sides

Cons:

There is a short but steep climb up to the hotel but this was expected so not really a problem

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Wenzhen couple gb
10
2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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jadebC4359NZ Couples
10
Nice hotel
Pros:

We booked this hotel a year in advance so got 3 nights over the bank holiday for a bargain price of £248 (room only)

Plenty of information was provided before we arrived regarding check in etc

Was given a tour of hotel on arrival and informed we had been upgraded to a partial harbour view (room 24)

Ample room for two / bed was large and comfy / plenty of hangers in built in wardrobe / clean / shower was hot / plenty of towels / body wash and shampoo provided / hair dryer / fan / iron and ironing board / kettle / water / tea and coffee plus a jar of Cornish biscuits and crisps which was a nice touch.

I would recommend paying for parking as you would struggle to find a parking space on the street.

Hotel is locating on a steep hill so would not advice for those with mobility issues.

We did not eat where so can not comment on the food but overall a lovely sta

2026-04-06 via Tripadvisor
J
Jonathan couple gb
10
Home from home. This hotel deserves every one of their four star rating
Pros:

We had the best view of the sea. The room was really beautiful. Everything matched this light teal colour like a pale aqua green off the sea. The room was like a mini apartment and the hotel was really tastefully decorated with big lounge areas and even a swimming pool. The staff were extra friendly and helpful. Was just a really enjoyable experience and was walking distance to town, like ten minutes from the station.

Cons:

Would have been nice to have a mini fridge but no big deal. They kept replenishing water, tea, coffee, hot chocolate and biscuits and packets of crisps which was a nice touch. They do need a sign on reception just to say if no one there please ring this number.

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
8
Overnight stay before train home
Pros:

Close to train station and bar/restaurant on site

Cons:

Nothing in particular

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Viktoriia couple ua
7
Гарне місцерозташування. Привітний персонал. З мінусів: не 1 суцільне ліжко, брудний туалет, брудні баночки для засобів
Pros:

Гарне місцерозташування

Cons:

Було не одне суцільне ліжко, а два зсунуті разом і це не сподобалось, бо під час відпустки хочеться комфорт, а не коли хтось спить у дірі посередині. Дуже брудний туалет знизу, отже він давно не вимитий повністю. Брудні баночки з засобами гігієни

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Yuliia family_with_children ua
7
Disappointing stay overall, with several issues that affected comfort and service.
Pros:

The view was beautiful.

Cons:

The hotel had several noticeable issues during our stay. We arrived within the agreed check-in slot, but there was nobody at reception for around 20 minutes, and in fact we did not see anyone at reception during our entire stay. There is also no lift, which was inconvenient.

The room, and the hotel in general, had a strange smell. The furniture was visibly old, and the breakfast price felt too high at £17. The phone in the room was not working, as the line was constantly busy.

There were also some housekeeping problems: on one occasion, a bath towel was missing, and on another, there was toilet cleaning chemical left in the toilet without being flushed, which caused a very strong smell throughout the bathroom. In addition, there were no prices listed for the minibar.

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Pietro solo_traveller it
9
2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Ryan couple gb
3
Would be good after a tidy and some luxe modifications to justify the price.
Pros:

Nice location and lovely views.

Cons:

It would be good to have a cosy lounge with the fire going, and some heat in the dining room according to weather. It was cold both temp and atmosphere. Warmer lighting from real bulbs versus LED would help.
It would be good to have nice feather bedding available rather than the allergy foam only.
There was only one gin available at the bar but many varieties of less popular spirits.
Although the lady mentioned lack of staff, we paid full price for a fully-staffed experience.

2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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Raymond J Peter couple us
7
Pros:

Location, friendly staff

Cons:

Rooms smaller than what they appear, humidity in rooms left all our clothes and papers soggy

2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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Fatima solo_traveller gb
6
Relaxed
Pros:

I stayed there for one night only. It was clean and the room was comfortable.

Cons:

The fact that you have to pay £17 for a buffet even if you just want a piece of fruit or yogurt. There should be options for people who just want a light breakfast.

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
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J6080WJrenatac Solo travel
4
No return. Better options around.
Pros:

Room was smelling and I had to open the window despite the cold. Mattress has its springs worn out and it was unstable to sleep. Cold in the room despite adjusting the radiator.

2026-03-29 via Tripadvisor
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Trevor couple gb
6
2026-03-29 via Nuitee
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Ley solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

The location and views were fantastic and facilities are very comfortable

Cons:

They was a leak to the conservatory roof and carparking charges were additional

2026-03-26 via Nuitee