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The Ship Inn

3.0 star property

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1 Fore St, Mevagissey, England, PL26 6UQ
  • Place, Cornwall National Landscape
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mevagissey Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lost Gardens of Heligan
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Room

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

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A bedroom with a single bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

Quadruple Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, dresser, mirror, and a window with curtains.

Triple Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Double Room, Ensuite

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

About the neighborhood

St Austell

The Ship Inn places you next to Cornwall National Landscape and South West Coast Path Section 31 Trailhead. This 5-room, 3-star bed & breakfast has conveniences like 3 restaurants, free breakfast, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Cornwall National Landscape - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mevagissey Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mevagissey Aquarium - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lost Gardens of Heligan - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Pentewan Sands Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • St Austell Station - 16 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pier House Hotel & Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Teacup Tearoom - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Griggs Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Ship Inn

Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Free toiletries are also included.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • 4 coffee shops/cafes

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: 25-percent of room rate for check-in between 11:30 PM and 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: 25-percent of room rate for check-in between 11:30 PM and 2:00 AM

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

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near The Ship Inn?

This bed & breakfast is located in St Austell, just steps from Cornwall National Landscape and South West Coast Path Section 31 Trailhead, and within a short walk of Mevagissey Model Railway. You'll also find Mevagissey Museum and Mevagissey Aquarium less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ship Inn?

As of Aug 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ship Inn on Sep 10, 2026 start from $157, 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 there parking available at The Ship Inn?

No, there isn't parking available at the bed & breakfast.

Does The Ship Inn include a casino?

No, The Ship Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Ship Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Ship Inn?

Couples will appreciate amenities like 3 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges, and a free daily breakfast at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Ship Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Ship Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Ship Inn has 3 restaurants, and serves free English breakfast each morning.

Will The Ship Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Ship Inn for a fee of GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay.

Does The Ship Inn have connecting rooms available?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Ship Inn?

The closest major airport to The Ship Inn is Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall), which is 20.9 mi away (47 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Ship Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Ship Inn that offer a balcony.

The Ship Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time in Cornwall. Brilliant new owners have just taken over the pub - given a fantastic welcome, really friendly and a great breakfast. Wish them well for the future.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Philio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Major problem was expedia had passed our money to the previous landlord stay was good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026