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The Thirsty Scholar

18, West St., Penryn, Penryn, United Kingdom
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The Thirsty Scholar

Offering comfortable rooms and Wi-Fi in public areas, the smoke-free The Thirsty Scholar Hotel Penryn is a mere 5 minutes' walk from R A O B Club and 3.7 km from Falmouth Golf Club. There is also a car park.

Penryn Methodist Church is located only 250 metres from this 4-star inn, and such natural sites as Queen Mary Gardens are 3.8 km away. The comfortable Thirsty Scholar is 1 km away from the centre of Penryn. Enjoy the local scenery, discovering a mountain near the hotel. The artillery fort "Pendennis Castle" is approximately 10 minutes away by car. This accommodation is within a 100-metre distance of Seven Stars bus stop and just moments from Penryn train station in Penryn.

The rooms are equipped with tea and coffee making facilities, along with free Wi-Fi and a multi-channel television for guests' comfort. There is also a private bathroom.

The Thirsty Scholar Hotel features a lounge bar that serves relaxing drinks. The bar area includes a lounge. Sample Asian specialities at Red Chillis located right near this Penryn hotel.

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Amenities

Main Features

  • Wi-Fi
  • Sports activities
  • On-site Dining
  • No pets allowed

Facilities

General:
  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • No pets allowed
Dining:
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
Leisure & Sports:
  • Entertainment
  • Cycling
Room Amenities:
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Policy

Check-in: from 16:00 until 20:00
Check-out: until 10:00

Map

Local Attractions

Airports
  • Penzance (37 km)
Train stations
  • Penryn Train Station (500 m)

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8 reviews
7.8 /10

Jamie

2021-12-11

7/10

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

7/10

Staff seemed amazing making your stay really unforgettable!

Geoff

2021-08-29

7/10

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

7/10

Neat place accompanied by very-very nice staff.

Ken

2020-10-09

7/10

Perfect location with garden. We liked it, it was GOAT!

The street itself was noisy.

Claire

2020-07-31

7/10

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

7/10

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

7/10

The beds were lovely in our room. The location was not far from everything we wanted to do

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Check-in 30 Jul 2026
Check-out 31 Jul 2026
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