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Ship Inn

Property class: 4
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Penzance inn

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Photo gallery for Ship Inn

A bedroom with a view of boats on the water through a window, a globe on the windowsill, and a headboard with a light fixture.
A coastal town with boats docked in a harbor, stone buildings, and a sandy beach.
A view from a window of boats docked at a pier, a bottle of champagne, and a glass on a wooden table.
A room with a large window overlooking a harbor with boats and buildings.
A coastal scene with boats anchored near a stone breakwater and sandy beach.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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South Cliff, Mousehole, Penzance, England, TR19 6QX
  • Place, Mousehole Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Newlyn Tolcarne Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Polgoon
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Penzance (PZE-Penzance Heliport)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Signature Double Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Signature Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Signature Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Penzance

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Penzance inn, you'll be steps from Mousehole Beach and a 5-minute walk from Cornwall National Landscape. Newlyn Tolcarne Beach and Newlyn School of Art are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mousehole Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Newlyn Tolcarne Beach - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Polgoon - 8 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Porthcurno Beach - 24 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Minack Theatre - 24 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • Penzance (PZC-Penzance Train Station) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Island Café
  • ‪Farmers Arms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Copper Fox Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lovetts - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Ship Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Penzance inn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Penzance inn.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ship Inn offers 11 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 5 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Christmas Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 5 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Ship Inn Penzance
Ship Penzance
Ship Inn Inn
Ship Inn Penzance
Ship Inn Inn Penzance

Frequently asked questions

Does Ship Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ship Inn.

How much does it cost to stay at Ship Inn?

As of Aug 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ship Inn on Aug 25, 2026 start from CA $276, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How close is Ship Inn to the beach?

This inn is a short 2-minute walk from Mousehole Beach and 13.1 mi (39-min drive) from Carbis Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ship Inn offer free breakfast?

Ship Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ship Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn, but Grand Casino Amusements (7-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Ship Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Ship Inn?

Free parking is not available at this inn. Self parking is available for GBP 5 per day.

Does Ship Inn have a pool?

Ship Inn does not have a pool.

Does Ship Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. The dining venue(s) are closed on Christmas Day.

Does Ship Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is Ship Inn to downtown Penzance?

Ship Inn is 0.1 mi away from Mousehole.

Ship Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 180 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 180 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 180 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 180 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 180 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with view overlooking the harbor. Room was clean & comfortable. Staff was friendly & helpful. Enjoying our food. Had a great time in the bar. Old charm with stairs to rooms. Definitely recommend if staying in this area of Cornwall!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, fantastic atmosphere to eat or just have a drink. Really lovely room and a view to die for
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely loved our stay at the ship. Room was beautiful with stunning views, pub food was perfect and the breakfast was on point. Staff were lovely, especially the lady who waitresses on the breakfasts Can’t wait to come back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great breakfast and dinner there s no allocated parking and this could be a problem at peak times
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Beautiful room lovely staff great views gorgeous food and a very nice breakfast worth every penny
Sunrise from our beautiful bedroom window
Around the bay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely big room with the most fantastic views. Amazing live music on a Friday night.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location with pub on the Mousehole harbor.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a pub with rooms, so not a hotel. But, wow it is absolutely at the top of the scale for pubs. Room was perfectly clean and had as good a view as you could find anywhere in the world. Location, perfect, parked at the nearby harbour carpark, not overly expensive. Bar staff were great, evening food was great, four real ales on tap, all delicious. Great choice at breakfast and again lovely staff. I would seriously give this accommodation 11 out of 10. 100% recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a very enjoyable overnight stay at The Ship to view the harbour lights of Mousehole. Excellent accommodation, spacious and clean, good size bathroom. Friendly welcome from the whole team, great evening meal and breakfast in the morning,, a warm welcome and would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very pleasant and quiet room with comfortable bed and view of harbour. Good cooked breakfast plus cereal toast etc. Staff were helpful and there was bike parking possible in small garden behind the house now part of the inn.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time - wonderful location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent spot and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shadaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Stay and location

The accommodation was amazing and the room was immaculate, the Staff were friendly and helpful. It’s in a very good location right next to the harbour. We woke up to beautiful sunrise , the food at the pub downstairs was also amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a lovely nights stay at the Ship Inn, beautiful harbour view from our room which was comfortable and roomy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room overlooking the harbour.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter Charl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed the place was there years ago and enjoyed it again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service , food was delicious , staff friendly and helpful and a bonus it was quiz night too , which was good fun!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect

Absolutely wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

All great!

Bed so so comfy, great view, nice food, great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Harbour view from bedroom was gorgeous. Good value for money with delicious breakfast and great coffee.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

RIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay

Had a lovely stay at the ship inn. Room was spotless and overlooking the harbour, staff were friendly and helpful. There was also a lot of choice for breakfast and would highly recommend to anyone staying.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful spot with room overlooking boats in harbor. Above the pub, so can be a bit noisy until pub closes if windows are open. Very friendly staff. Wonderful place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely, especially the delightful lady at breakfast. Situated right in front of the harbour and an easy walk around the town. We were able to park easily. Unfortunately, our room was not clean, the main light was not working and the shower was also not functioning properly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful old pub in the heart of Fowey. Great energy in the bar.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023