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Dolphin Tavern

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar

Explore the area

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Quay Street, Penzance, England, TR18 4BD
  • Place, Jubilee Pool
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Union Hotel
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Penzance Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Penzance (PZE-Penzance Heliport)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Harbor View

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Harbor View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Harbor view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Double Room, Ensuite, Bay View

Classic Double Room, Ensuite, Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Harbor View

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Harbor View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Harbor view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Penzance

Dolphin Tavern places you next to Penzance Ferry Terminal and Jubilee Pool. This 3-room, 3-star inn welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant and a bar/lounge.
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What's nearby

  • Jubilee Pool - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Penzance Promenade - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Union Hotel - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Penzance Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Acorn Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Penzance (PZC-Penzance Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Nook Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪45 Queen Street - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taj Mahal - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Globe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fred's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Dolphin Tavern

Guests of Dolphin Tavern have access to free WiFi in public areas. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide luggage storage.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The inn can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Dolphin Tavern?

This inn is located in Penzance, just steps from Penzance Ferry Terminal and Jubilee Pool, and within a short walk of Penzance Beach. You'll also find Penzance Promenade and Union Hotel less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Dolphin Tavern?

As of Jun 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dolphin Tavern on Jun 14, 2026 start from $195, including 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.

Is parking available on site at Dolphin Tavern?

No, there isn't parking available at the inn.

Does Dolphin Tavern include a casino on the premises?

No, Dolphin Tavern doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Dolphin Tavern?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is Dolphin Tavern a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include a sea view and a rainfall showerhead.

Are there hot tubs at Dolphin Tavern?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Dolphin Tavern have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Dolphin Tavern serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Dolphin Tavern allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Dolphin Tavern.

Are there connecting rooms at Dolphin Tavern?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Dolphin Tavern?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Dolphin Tavern that offer a balcony.

Dolphin Tavern Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 184 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome, great food, fantastic staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent as was the breakfast and quality of room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best food in town !!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, amazing friendly staff and superb breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great stopover for a trip to the Minack. Comfortable accommodation and great food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming place, very friendly staff and lovely warm comfy room in gorgeous building.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a friendly greeting despite arriving at a busy time in the pub. We had dinner in the pub, which was lovely in terms of both the food and the atmosphere. The bed was super comfortbale and the shower was great. The view was so lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Great location. Great views. Great food. Great staff. Look forward to visiting again in future
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area, attentive staff easy access close to Esplanade and Dock area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly staff. Comfortable bed and pillows. Excellent tasty breakfast. Ate dinner twice at restaurant, scrumptious. Great variety of food and drinks. Highly recommend hotel and restaurant!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay. Very comfortable with friendly, help staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food and friendly family staff. Great for ferry to the Isles of Scilly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

Great harbour views

Room was clean and we had a great view of the harbour. Great shower which we feel is important. We had the full Cornish breakfast it was quite modest in size and quality.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stop in Cornwall. Location is good, staff were all very friendly and the accommodation was comfortable. I’d happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

Stay here!

Loved every aspect. Staff wonderful, room immaculate, food amazing, couldn't recommend highly enough
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly staff. Great food
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pauleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dinning and parking very good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Friendly and accommodating

The team at the Tavern couldn't do more to help and be accommodating. Very friendly and well placed for the IOS ferry, this place comes hearlty recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and location. Perfect for launching to the Scillionian.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Another really good nights sleep before onward travel. Evening meal was lovely with great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was clean, spacious, and had a fine view of the sea. The hosts were affable and eager to help, and the food was excellent. There is a large outdoor swimming pool nearby with a heated section that is well worth investigating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm and welcoming and friendly service l. The food and breakfast were really good. I loved the view from my room overlooking the harbor. Good bed, nice and freshly done bathroom with shower. Everything is spotless clean!!! The accommodation is close to everything. I really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly amazing staff. So helpful and accomodating. Loved my stay. Had a lovely cornish breakfast which is super good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Very good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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