Dolphins Backpackers

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Exterior
Exterior detail
Living area
Terrace/patio
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Dolphins Fore Street, Tintagel, England, PL34 0DB
  • Place, King Arthur's Great Halls
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tintagel Old Post Office
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tintagel Castle
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Tintagel

Dolphins Backpackers places you next to Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and King Arthur's Great Halls. This 10-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • King Arthur's Great Halls - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Tintagel Old Post Office - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Merlins Cave - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Tintagel Castle - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Bodmin Parkway Station - 32 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cobweb Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Port Gaverne Hotel - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪King Arthur's Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪King Arthur's Arms - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Dolphins Backpackers

Guests of Dolphins Backpackers enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a garden. Front-desk staff can assist with access to locker space and luggage storage.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1875
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

More

  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 17 and younger (only guests older than 17 are allowed)

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, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-10:00 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Dolphins Backpackers Tintagel
Dolphins Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Dolphins Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Tintagel

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Dolphins Backpackers?

This hostel is located in Tintagel, just steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and King Arthur's Great Halls, and within a short walk of Tintagel Old Post Office. You'll also find Merlins Cave and Tintagel Castle less than a mile away.

Does Dolphins Backpackers have a casino?

No, Dolphins Backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Dolphins Backpackers?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Does Dolphins Backpackers feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Dolphins Backpackers doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Dolphins Backpackers allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Dolphins Backpackers.

How close is the airport from Dolphins Backpackers?

The closest major airport to Dolphins Backpackers is Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall), which is 28.7 mi away (54 minutes by car).

Dolphins Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

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

Good time with Dolphin crew

Fun, independent spot. Staff is a friendly group willing and able to offer tips and advice on how to make the most of your time in Cornwall. The beds were very comfortable and showers have good water pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jingyi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There is a friendly and welcoming atmosphere in hostel, with residents who are easy to connect with. The facilities are well-equipped and clean, making it a great place to stay. Perfect for solo travelers!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025