The Thirsty Scholar
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The Thirsty Scholar
A sundeck and a shared lounge are available at the 4-star The Thirsty Scholar Hotel Penryn, and R A O B Club is around 5 minutes' walk away. Wi-Fi is offered in public areas at the inn.
This smoke-free hotel is about 40 km from Penzance airport and 3.8 km from such cultural venues as the award winning National Maritime Museum Cornwall. St Michaels Spa is approximately 10 minutes away by car, while Penryn Methodist Church is just around the corner from the Thirsty Scholar. A mountain are near the property, and the huge coastal Pendennis Castle is 4.8 km away. Entertainment in the area includes Falmouth Golf Club within a 15-minute drive of this Penryn hotel. Guests will find Seven Stars bus stop next to the accommodation, 400 metres away.
The rooms at The Thirsty Scholar Hotel are fitted with carpeted floors and such comforts as ironing facilities. In-room entertainment includes a flat-screen TV, the rooms also have coffee/tea making facilities for self-catering. The bathroom is equipped with a separate toilet and a shower, along with hairdryers and towels.
A lounge bar is available on site. The bar area includes a lounge. Red Chillis offers a wide range of Asian dishes and lies just near the Thirsty Scholar Penryn.
Amenities
Main Features
- Wi-Fi
- Sports activities
- On-site Dining
- No pets allowed
Facilities
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- No pets allowed
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Entertainment
- Cycling
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- AM/FM alarm clock
Policy
Map
Local Attractions
Airports
- Penzance (37 km)
Train stations
- Penryn Train Station (500 m)
Reviews
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Jamie
2021-12-11
I enjoyed pleasant location of the hotel, its thoughtful staff and cosy rooms. Really tasty continental breakfast with well presented choices. Pleasant view of sea. They made my stay delightful. A few steps away from the nice beach. Plus, Penryn Museum was located in the immediate surroundings.
Paul
2021-10-12
Staff seemed amazing making your stay really unforgettable!
Geoff
2021-08-29
Liked my stay, it was very special, the service was great. Recently renovated unit. The staff members were welcoming and attentive. Lovely lobby.
Tom
2021-08-10
Neat place accompanied by very-very nice staff.
Ken
2020-10-09
Perfect location with garden. We liked it, it was GOAT!
The street itself was noisy.
Claire
2020-07-31
Free WiFi was available; the breakfast was fine. I liked that there was a bath. When I came, the host met me and was friendly...
Robert
2020-03-13
Breakfast was GREAT and the bed was comfy. This hotel is a nice place for a city trip in Penryn.
The room was very hot.
John
2020-01-26
The beds were lovely in our room. The location was not far from everything we wanted to do