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The Ship Inn

3.0 star property
Inn in St Austell with a bar

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Step into the charming AA pub, featuring a traditional black entrance door and windows adorned with flower baskets.
Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, red accent wall, and a bedside table with candles.
Experience the charm of a bygone era with a nautical twist, featuring a striking ship's wheel as a focal point.
Enjoy a selection of craft beers at the bar, featuring 'PROPER JOB' and 'TRIBUTE' taps.
Cozy room with a fireplace, leather seating, and wooden table, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Fore Street, St Austell, England, PL26 6UQ
  • Pentewan Sands Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Lost Gardens of Heligan
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Eden Project
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Quadruple Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

St Austell

The Ship Inn places you next to Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and South West Coast Path Section 31 Trailhead. This 5-room, 3-star inn offers guests a bar/lounge.
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What's nearby

  • Mevagissey Model Railway - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pentewan Sands Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Lost Gardens of Heligan - 9 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Charlestown Harbour - 11 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Eden Project - 18 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • St Austell Station - 14 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Salamander - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Into the Woods - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ship Inn - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Ship Inn

Inn in St Austell with a bar
Guests of The Ship Inn have access to free WiFi in public areas. Multilingual staff is on hand to answer questions.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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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

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Pets

  • Dogs only

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Ship Inn?

The Ship Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around The Ship Inn?

This inn is located in St Austell, just steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and South West Coast Path Section 31 Trailhead, and within a short walk of Mevagissey Model Railway. You'll also find Mevagissey Museum and Polstreath Beach less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Ship Inn?

No, this inn doesn't offer parking.

Does The Ship Inn feature a casino at the property?

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

Is there an indoor pool at The Ship Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Does The Ship Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Ship Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

The Ship Inn offers breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does The Ship Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at The Ship Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at The Ship Inn?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Ship Inn?

The closest major airport to The Ship Inn is Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall), which is 21.9 mi away (43 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Ship Inn?

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

The Ship Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 132 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

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

Little Gem

Lovely old hotel in the heart of the village , roaring fire , great menu and if like me you are a coeliac you are well catered for . Parking just around the corner and very cheap Very clean room , everything needed . Excellent breakfast and so friendly , we will return
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Peggy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Food was pretty good but room wasn’t. The staff do the best they can. Parking was a fair ways away. Wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Bernardine

Traveled with partner
Arrived at The Ship, had to fight our way in through the crowded pub. Free public parking advertised, but there is none had to pay for parking about 5 minutes walk away. It was very noisy, especially in the early morning, dustmen, bottle collecting and deliveries. Returned to pub first evening after a walk with a sign in the doorway saying “full, come back later” so went elsewhere to eat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay. Friendly staff. Perfect location to explore Mevagissey. We enjoyed the pub, the food, and hearing the gulls outside the window. Felt like travelers from an adventure story staying at the Ship Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Claire

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

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

Heart of Mevagissey

Great old Cornish inn in the heart of the village, just a few yards from the harbour. The food was excellent, the staff were very friendly and helpful, and the room was clean and comfortable. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Ivor

Very tired, banged head on eaves continually. No hot water in sink. Lights not working.no wardrobe. We would not go again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Value for money stay

Have stayed at the Ship a few times over the years so knew what to expect. Nothing has changed it’s an old building. Staff were excellent meal in the evening and breakfast next day were both good. Very central location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy access to everything in Mevagissey. Room and facilities a little tired. Very good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Landlord And landlady along with the staff very friendly and helpful would certainly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ian

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

Cosy Authentic Pub with Rooms - Great Food!

The Ship is a really interesting and authentic place to stay and provides excellent food, drink and service. The staff were really friendly and helpful, despite having struggled to keep the pub open as a result of recent spring tide flooding of the bar. The room was homely and comfortable, but a little maintenance would be good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Giles

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Ship Inn is a delightful place to stay. Friendly, welcoming and full of character - just like Dianne! Who is lovely and cooks a delicious "Cornish Breakfast". Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Laoise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Lovely and helpful staff. Good amenities. Delicious breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lakshini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The break fast was nice even the staff were very good and nice..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A warm welcome and amazing staff who couldn’t do enough for
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

G

I stayed on the evening at the start of festival week. It was loud as to be expected and it was great to be in the thick of the activities. Location is excellent and not far from the car park. Room was clean, although a little tired.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

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

Long weekend in great little harbour town

Excellent stay all round. The Ship is located right in the centre of Mevagissey; best car park is less than 5 minutes walk away. Really friendly and efficient staff, good food and great rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022