The Old Success Inn

Hotels
9 (1344 reviews)
Sennen Cove , Sennen Cove , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Board games/puzzles
Pet bowls
Pet basket
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable rooms
Delicious food
Cons:
Room cleanliness issues
Slight noise disturbance

Categories

Cleanliness
7.89
The room was reported as very dirty, impacting the overall cleanliness.
Service
9.36
Staff were noted to be friendly, attentive, and exceptionally helpful.
Location
9.4
The hotel's location was consistently praised, particularly its proximity to the beach.
Room Quality
9.35
Rooms were described as comfortable, spacious, and well-decorated.
Amenities
8.88
General amenities were appreciated, but there were mentions of minor shortcomings like noise.
Value for Money
8.84
Many guests felt the stay was worth the cost, despite some issues.
Food and Beverage
9.39
Food quality was praised, with mentions of fantastic meals and good breakfast options.
Overall Experience
8.86
Despite minor issues, the overall sentiment was positive with a strong recommendation.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 22:31

Property Description

Stunning 17th-Century Inn on Cornwall's Beautiful Bay

Charming Accommodations: Enjoy modern rooms with essential amenities at the 4-star Old Success Inn, including TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and hairdryers. Unwind in the cozy guest lounge during your stay.

Prime Location: Nestled near Land’s End and the renowned Minack Theatre, the Old Success Inn is the perfect base for exploring Cornwall's treasures.

Beachside Bliss: Take a leisurely stroll to the nearby Sennen Cove beach for a day of sun and surf.

Book your stay at the Old Success Inn for a delightful blend of history, comfort, and coastal beauty.

Important information:

Please note the lead guest must be 18 years and older.

You must show a valid photo ID upon check-in.

Please note that guests will be charged if any damage or loss to the property occurs during a guests' stay.

Please note that guests staying between October 2019 and March 2020 may experience some noise and/or disruption due to building works at nearby Old Success Apartments.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1344 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.89
Service: 9.36
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 9.35
Amenities: 8.88
Value for Money: 8.84
Food and Beverage: 9.39
Overall Experience: 8.86
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cornelius couple gb
10
Pros:

Style service and ambiance

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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kevin extended_group gb
10
2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Pecorini couple gb
7
Think we had a faulty room, otherwise it would have been excellent.
Pros:

Great staff, very clean, comfortable bed, very quiet though we were out of season) fantastic location if you like the sea, good healthy breakfast choices.

Cons:

The old wooden frame bathroom window didn't close. Eventually someone had to come and force it from the outside and the sink was blocked throughout our in total 3 night stay. Admittedly we didn't mention that until the second night and someone came in to look at it but it still wasn't fixed by that evening and when we left by the next day.

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
9
Pros:

Friendly, helpful staff and excellent food in the restaurant and breakfast.

Cons:

The room was small, but cosy and clean.

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Connor couple gb
10
fantastic weekend.
Pros:

the staff exceeded my expectations when setting up the room for my partner's birthday. I brought in gifts and flowers to be laid out, but they went beyond by decorating the room with balloons and a banner. The staff also never failed to impress with their professional politeness in all areas, and the waiting staff's ability to remember full dinner order details without writing it down never failed to impress. All in all, another amazing stay for my partner's birthday. This might become an annual tradition after two great years in a row.

Cons:

there wasn't anything that i didn't like. everything was perfect, affordable, and we were well attended to. my partner couldnt have had a better birthday weekend away. we will definitely be coming again.

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Pecorini couple gb
7
2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Jackie couple gb
9
Great. Would recommend.
Pros:

Location is wonderful. Room was comfortable and a good size. Plenty of extras. Staff were pleasant.

Cons:

Having to pay for parking!

2026-03-25 via Nuitee
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Mark couple gb
9
2026-03-23 via Nuitee
M
Mark couple gb
10
Pros:

Never fails

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Chris couple gb
9
Great friendly stay in a top pub
Pros:

Tom’s friendly welcome. Excellent location. Super comfortable bed. Good food. Thanks!

Cons:

It was all good for us!

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Rachel couple gb
10
Perfect!
Pros:

Absolutely amazing place. The location is fantastic looking right over the sea. The pub and rooms are gorgeous inside and the staff are so friendly and helpful. We had an evening meal there which was delicious and breakfast was excellent too, so many choices! Inside the room was a super comfy bed and even complimentary beers! One of my favourite places I’ve stayed - thank you :)

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Emmanuel solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

Location and service

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Holman couple gb
8
2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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DarrenChapple couple gb
10
Outstanding Stay at The Old Success Inn, Sennen Cove
Pros:

We had a truly excellent stay at The Old Success Inn in Sennen Cove and couldn’t fault it.

The staff were absolutely brilliant, with a special mention to Tony, who was a real breath of fresh air at check‑in. The check‑in process was extremely well handled — Tony showed us to our room, explained everything clearly, talked us through all the hotel details, and let us know exactly what was available and what to do locally. We genuinely could not have asked for more.

The views from our room were exceptional. Being at the front of the hotel, we had stunning beachside views looking straight out over Sennen Cove. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking and really made the stay feel special.

The food was lovely throughout our visit. Both evening meals were excellent, and the breakfast was exceptional — fresh, well cooked, and very enjoyable.

Overall, a fantastic stay with outstanding service, amazing views, and great food. We would happily return and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Sennen Coveen Cove

Cons:

Nothing... we will return for sure

2026-03-18 via Nuitee
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Yuval couple il
9
נהנינו מאוד. זיכרון מתוקהלנצח
Pros:

מיקום מושלם
חדר מקסים
נוף מהמם
אוכל טוב

Cons:

השירות במסעדה בערב איטי להחריד
פעמיים שכחו מהקינוח שלנו

2026-03-18 via Nuitee
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Matt couple gb
10
Great Stay
Pros:

Room, Breakfast, Location

2026-03-17 via Nuitee
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Jay couple gb
10
Great!
Pros:

The room was fantastic with a great location, would highly recommend

Cons:

Breakfast was average

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Amy couple gb
10
Fabulous, perfect
Pros:

The staff (esp Louise x) , location and Sennen cove. My favourite place in England.

Cons:

I couldn't stay longer

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Rob couple gb
10
An incredible stay in Sennen Cove
Pros:

Amazing location, incredible staff and gorgeous food (both meat and vegan options)

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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William couple gb
10
Superb location for a relaxing holiday.
Pros:

Everything about the Old Success. The staff, food and drinks were all first class.
A very happy staff make for a very happy customer.

Cons:

Having to climb up so many stairs to reach our room. But it did keep us fit.

2026-03-13 via Nuitee