The Slipway B&B

Hotels
8.8 (773 reviews)
The Harbour Front, Port Isaac , Port Isaac , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Hiking
Fishing
Cycling
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Great location and comfortable atmosphere
Cons:
Limited parking
Some upkeep issues noted

Categories

Cleanliness
8.59
The rooms were clean and well-kept as mentioned in several reviews.
Service
9.06
Staff were consistently described as friendly and exceptionally helpful.
Location
9.1
Multiple mentions of great locations with views and accessibility.
Room Quality
8.55
Rooms were described as cozy with unique features and modern renovation.
Amenities
8.58
Standard quality for this hotel tier, though some amenities like dinner service were noted to be limited.
Value for Money
8.54
Some comments on costs were made, but overall positive value was implied.
Food and Beverage
9.09
Breakfast received high praise for being delicious and well-prepared.
Overall Experience
8.86
The overall sentiment was very positive, reflecting a strong likelihood of return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 01:43

Property Description

Historic Charm and Seaside Views

The Slipway, a charming Grade II listed building from 1527, offers adults-only B&B accommodation opposite Port Isaac harbour. Enjoy sea or village views from uniquely decorated rooms, including a loft suite with a king-size bed and bathtub.

Local Seafood and Scenic Terrace

Indulge in local seafood and vegetarian options at the on-site Restaurant & Bar, serving Cornish cream teas and a variety of drinks. Relax on the outdoor terrace with panoramic views of the harbour.

Convenient Location and Complimentary Breakfast

While parking isn't available, drop off your luggage and explore Port Isaac easily. With Tintagel Castle nearby and breakfast included, make the most of your stay at The Slipway.

To experience seaside tranquility and historic elegance, book your stay at The Slipway for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: NQY

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 773 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.59
Service: 9.06
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 8.55
Amenities: 8.58
Value for Money: 8.54
Food and Beverage: 9.09
Overall Experience: 8.86
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Julia • family_with_children • at
10
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • extended_group • nz
9
So central!
Pros:

Lovely room and bathroom right in the heart of the village. Beautifully furnished. We took the advice given and left car up in the village car park and very glad we did not drive down into the main centre as it’s very tight. Enjoyed a lovely breakfast in the morning. So central.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • gb
7
Great location, staff were friendly and efficient, room was clean and well equipped.
Pros:

Location is great, right in the heart of Port Isaac.

Cons:

The room felt cramped but that is only to be expected when you are in such an old building. It’s entirely to don with the addition of the on suite but it was a small price to pay.

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Evelyn • couple • de
8
Tolle Lage in einem tollen Ort
Pros:

Das Slipway liegt super zentral in Ort, besser geht es eigentlich nicht. Wir hatten ein hübsches Zimmer mit Balkon und mit Aussicht auf die Rettungsbootstation.

Cons:

Das Queensizebett war eines für sehr zierliche Queens und die Küche im angeschlossenen Pub und der Service haben uns leider nicht besonders begeistert.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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maree • couple • au
8
Lovely stay in a beautiful location, despite a couple of minor inconveniences
Pros:

Really central location to walk around Port Isaac and explore where Doc Martin was filmed. The view from our room was lovely and we had a sea breeze that keep us comfortable on a hot summers day. The room was clean

Cons:

Being in the centre of all the action made for a late night due to a street performance keeping us from sleeping until very late. The room was tiny with the smallest shower I’ve ever seen. There was very limited patchy internet connection

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • au
8
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • gb
10
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Pauline • extended_group • de
10
Pros:

There was a great view.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • couple • gb
3
Staff were a real asset to the place. Wi-Fi abysmal. View of rubbish store was a real eyesore & smell of chip day il
Pros:

View could be lovely if it wasn’t for the rubbish!
Staff very helpful and accommodating

Cons:

Wi-Fi awful. Failed to work for most of the time we were there.
View of rotting rubbish from the balcony not great and constant smell of chipfst

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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BEYZA • solo_traveller • tr
10
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • extended_group • gb
7
Great location and Venue. Beautiful room.
Pros:

The location and the property /room were lovely. Breakfast great. Beautiful old building. Great set up. Useful that we could come and go, even when the establishment was closed. Useful station to pick up necessities such as tea, coffee, toilet roll without asking. Staff friendly and accommodating. Lovely and clean and the layout of the room The Snug was great. Think it may be nice to have more storage though, such as another wardrobe, as tiny for three adults.

Cons:

The lunch and evening menu was basic. But I suppose they get extremely busy during high season, so may be the reason.
The tv didn’t work in our room and quite a few of the plug sockets were not working. Drawer handles broken. Would have liked to have been able to have a cappuccino, latte etc with breakfast without having to paying extra (especially looking at the cost of our stay).
Only minor things though and hopefully we will visit again.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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katherine • family_with_children • us
10
The staff deserves all the credit for making this property a 5 star experience.
Pros:

I arrived early due to a hiking injury and the staff was so very accommodating. They got my room ready earlier than was promised and the staff helped me with my bag up the narrow stairs. In particular, Rachael, the manger, was very friendly, professional and accommodating.

Cons:

Nothing- it was a perfect holiday.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Gyimesi István • couple • hu
10
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Ulla • couple • dk
10
Fantastisk beliggenhed og charmerende lille værelse med havudsigt.
Pros:

Fantastisk beliggenhed og god morgenmad

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Anders • couple • dk
8
Pros:

Fantastisk udsigt

Cons:

Manglende parkeringsplads ved hotel og meget stor afstand til offentlige parkeringspladser

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Paul Costin • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Awesome location and view.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Helen • family_with_children • gb
4
Great location but very overpriced considering how tatty it is
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Very tired and dated
Shower was a deathtrap as tray did not have any grip so very slippery
Got taken to our room but then the staff member wasnt sure if it was the right room.so said she would check and come back....but she forgot to come back !

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Yolanda • solo_traveller • es
9
Pros:

La seva ubicació, des de l'habitació es veia el port, les vistes són magnífiques

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Marit • couple • no
10
Bra overnatting midt i Port Isaac. Passer fint om du kommer til fots via kyststien.
Pros:

Bra rom og seng. Behagelig temperatur. Gode gardiner til å trekke for. Hyggelige lyder av liv utenfor, men ikke sjenerende. Er godt sted å være.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee