Name: The Longboat Inn
Address: Market Jew Street, Penzance, TR18 2HZ, GB

2/10

Poor

05 Aug 2026

Andy

I read the reviews before booking.
It feels like I stayed somewhere entirely different
Staff on check in weren’t bothered and once they realised I didn’t want to book for dinner or breakfast were generally uninterested
Room was very tired, low quality furniture, tv plugged into a loose socket, window that would only open a few inches (I get the safety concerns but that doesn’t stop the top half of a sash window from working.
Bathroom so small that there wasn’t enough floor space to lay out the floor mat. Shame as the shower curtain didn’t work so the floor was soaked.
Shower that had two temperatures, ice cold or scalding - really not sure that’s safe?
Stay only made worse by the fact I could see the premier inn over the road which would have been so much better for less money.
I use hotels for work about 50 - 75 times a year and always try to support independent businesses. This one made me re think that policy.

8/10

Excellent

10 Jul 2026

Stella

Ok for somewhere to stay for one night. Beds comfy and helpful staff

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2026

Karen

Food fabulous,cooked fresh and delicoius and not stingy on portions. Perfect location for station. Staff so lovely and helpful. Ensuites could do with an up grade but all sufficient and reflected in the price.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2026

Lawrence

Convenient location with nice rooms. Enjoyed our meals, dinner and breakfast were very good

Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2026

Karen

Very welcoming staff and lovely evening meal and breakfast. Great location, close to train station and easy walk to shops, promenade and Scillonian Ferry. Room and bathroom clean 😀

Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jun 2026

Julia

Really great experience! Thanks very much!

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

03 Jun 2026

Susan

Fairly decent hotel for the price paid. Carpets need cleaning in places and the windows only open a couple of inches so not good in hot weather. Convenient as very close to the train station and not too far from the Scillonian ferry. Room 19 had a poor quality shower and we couldn’t get a table for an evening meal (we arrived before 8 pm) - the man at reception wasn’t very courteous - didn’t even say sorry we are fully booked. The curry house next door was excellent. There’s no lift so carrying heavy suitcases is difficult for older people. Some of the staff were very friendly but we probably won’t stay there again.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 May 2026

Susan

We stayed for one night after travelling to Penzance from Norwich ready to catch the Scillonian boat to the Scilly Isles. We arrived at the end of the current heat wave so our twin room (Room #1) which overlooked the street was boiling hot and the window could only be opened a couple of inches for safety reasons. Otherwise it was fine, although the shower room was rather cramped. The staff were friendly and helpful, even bothering to ring us to tell us they had found my husband's cap which he'd left in our room by mistake, and the breakfast (buffet style) was very good. The hotel is very close to the train station and only a short walk to the ferry terminal, so this is a good place to stay if travelling by rail. It is also near a public car park so a very convenient place to stay and not too expensive.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2026

Teresa

Lovely hotel comfortable rooms and nice restaurant and breakfast
Staff very helpful
Would stay again

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 May 2026

Denise

Breakfast and dinner was plentiful. The staff were pleasant and very helpful. Thoroughly enjoyed my time here

Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2026

Nicholas

The Longboat Inn is very close to Penzance Station and not too far from the harbour, so very well situated. The room was clean and very comfortable, and the shower worked well. My room overlooked the main road, and was subject to some traffic noise (mainly from one idiot with an excessively loud motorbike who seemed to be riding up and down the road), but I had a very good night's sleep.
The staff were extremely friendly and efficient, especially in the breakfast room.
The breakfast menu was varied, and the food was tasty and very well-cooked.

Self

8/10

Excellent

15 Apr 2026

Kai Ming

If we happen to go to Penzance again, we won't mind staying in this hotel again.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2026

Robert

Loved this place for the easy access to the train station and the helpful staff

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2026

Robert

Excellent access to the train station, good pub food, great watstaff

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Dec 2025

Ross

The room was clean, staff were great and the food nice! For the price you really cannot complain!

Self

8/10

Excellent

30 Oct 2025

Richard

Staff very helpful, breakfast was good quality and the central location is perfect.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

19 Oct 2025

Anthony

A nice stay but first impressions were not good!

Room was basic and a little out dated, but it was clean and comfortable. Breakfast and evening meal were both good and service was with a smile. Check-in was a terrible experience! I presented myself at reception where a guy was standing, he looked at me , ignored me and made out he was looking at a sheet of paper! Another member of staff was aware of the situation and eventually he stepped in and offered some assistance. This approach on arrival is never a good start, so my stay was marred. If I hadn’t of paid I would have walked out! First impressions are important.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Oct 2025

Sheila

Good breakfast
Room very clean
Quiet
Shops near by
Staff very friendly and helpful.
Excellent service

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Sep 2025

Alex

Great location, lovely breakfast!

One night stay for a flying visit. Rooms are quite tired but perfectly functional.

Bar was really nice and they were showing the football. Really nice atmosphere in there, lots of holiday makers and food looked good.

Breakfast was awesome. Didn't need to eat the rest of the day!

A two minute walk to the station.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2025

Nicholas

Room was very much as expected. Excellent location for train station and town. Very friendly staff. My room was a single room which was clean and comfortable.

Self

8/10

Excellent

27 Aug 2025

Islay

The staff was super friendly and the meals were great, perfect location for train travellers.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

15 Jul 2025

Elizabeth

Easy access, very clean and fine room. We arrived at around 9.30pm, and went straight to bed. There is a little sofa area with a lovely view should you want to stay up and not be in the pub. Good for small children also. We had breakfast in the morning which was also fine and made our way.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2025

Michael

Great location next to trains, and a fantastic pub/hotel with a very welcoming & friendly vibe. I wasn't expecting breakfast so this was a bonus to me! That said, rather pricey and not too good at being environmentally minded (single use plastics for soap and tiny bottles for example).

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

10 Jun 2025

R

Good value for the money - great service, nice restaurant and clean room with comfy bed.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2025

Casey

Great place. Great flols

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

06 Jun 2025

Anita

Conveniently situated next to the harbour so a good overnight stop if you are at catching the ferry to the Scillies. Very friendly staff and a good pub restaurant. The room was fairly small but comfortable and very clean. Overall I good value

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2025

Michael

Great stay. The staff were excellent. Spacious room and ensuite. Very comfortable bed. Would highly recommend. No lift but stairs were manageable.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

28 May 2025

Donella

The team were fab! But it's a pub and at times I didn't feel safe with the members of the public that were in the bar and the smoking area.
Other than that? The room was large and clean. Though I didn't get the cord for the shower, and shower curtain and water going everywhere.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 May 2025

Miles

Always friendly and homey

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2025

Kim

A short walk from the train station. Great breakfast and very helpful staff. A lovely stay.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

03 May 2025

C

Cosy English inn with a friendly atmosphere

Very traditional old English inn. Small cosy rooms, no air conditioning, no elevators , very friendly service. Breakfast is included and a great breakfast - close to train and bus station. City shops close by 6pm
Would stay there next time again

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2025

Andrew

Everyone was really accommodating. I was impressed from start to finish

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

25 Apr 2025

Kevin

Convenient to train station, nice little pub, small room, small bed, basic bathroom. Ok for one night.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

24 Apr 2025

Philip

Very convenient for station and shuttle bus to Lands End airport. We stayed one night before a holiday in the Scillies.
Had an evening meal & breakfast - both good and v friendly service

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

13 Apr 2025

Judith

Very noisy. Rubbish nights sleep as noise outside and inside. Breakfast ok. Convenient for travelling onwards

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Apr 2025

Tim

Penzance lodging near Train Station

This was a very nice three day stay at the Longboat in Penzance. Very clean, very friendly place, and very secure. The breakfast offered is more than plentiful, and the service quite good.

Self

8/10

Excellent

01 Apr 2025

Cathrona

Very close to the train station and the bus terminal, which was great for us as we had no car. Room was basic and small, but it was clean and comfortable. They have a breakout area on the first floor which is lovely to sit and watch the world go by.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Mar 2025

james

Staff were so nice and friendly ( helpful) breakfast very good

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

23 Mar 2025

IAIN

One of our two Rooms was very small and second morning could not get the hot water service to turn on. Definately needs a renovation as carpets etc very worn
Pub is great with friendly staff and great breakfasts.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Mar 2025

Richard

The Longboat provided excellent service .The staff were amazingly helpful and friendly. All worked well. The Longboat does not pretend to be the height of luxury.It provides good solid service which fully satisfied our needs on this short break. It is ideally situated on one of Penzances main streets and close to a large carpark. Hope this helps. R and K Cleave

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

15 Mar 2025

Gary

Staff very helpful

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

03 Dec 2024

Barrie

Ño extractor fàns in the bathroom otherwise great

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Nov 2024

Sara

Walking distances to train and bus station. There is a bit of a walk up stairs with luggage. No elevator. The rooms are named after different places in area. The one downside is the dinning area needed reservations and stop food early. Luggage storage great. Communication prior to visit was amazing. Would stay there again and overall enjoyed visit.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

10 Oct 2024

Hilary

Overnight stay

A lovely stay & my only regret was that I hadn’t booked a table for an evening meal so we had to go elsewhere.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Oct 2024

Peter

Great for a Father & Son break

Really enjoyable place to stay for a Saturday night. Nice and quiet to. My son and I had a great time. The veggie breakfast was so tasty too.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

21 Sep 2024

Jessica

Great Location

Fantastic location and room 3 was quiet. Room was fine except there was no outlet for hairdryer next to a mirror. If you need or like to dry your hair in front of a mirror then this room isn’t for you. The staff were pleasant and the hotel was overall great bargain for what we paid. The hallways were honestly a mess and they need a revamp. You get what you pay for. The senior menu is offered to those over 60 y/o. Do not get the prawns and cold French fries. Prawns were fried and just like warm. My mistake I should have ordered from main menu.

Friends_and_family Friends

6/10

Pleasant

11 Sep 2024

Jonathan

The location of the Longboat Inn is fantastic (very close to the train station and in downtown Penzance). The beer selection is great and the staff were great (particularly Ryan). The rooms are small and we had difficulty getting any hot water in the morning.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

05 Sep 2024

michael

Parking is not available at the property, it cost 10.50 for overnight parking. Room was basic and in dire need of refurbishment, black mold in shower and inadequate flow. Dining was average, a request for bread rather than crackers on a cheese board was denied with a comment that we don’t have bread!!! Blatantly untrue as bread was served with soup. Breakfast again basic although the chef and waiter did everything to be obliging. Noisy at night as traffic continually flowing by.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Aug 2024

Roger

Amazing place. Rooms moting too special but we knew that. We just wanted a bed to rest near the train station. But we got a nice quite room with a nice view of the sea.

The bus station and train station was 1min walk. Lots of food places and local shops.

The Inn had a good breakfast they taylored for our vegan requests. Their lunch and dinner menu had lots of veg and vegan options and specials. Always check the specials!

Plus, nearby was a lovely Indian restaurant serving food inspired from Rajastan. And we found a Chinese serving lots of vegan dishes. We asked about how it was being prepared and cooked and our vegan waitress said she helps prepare any of the veg and vegan dishes and that it is cooked separately just like if you have an allergy. Most importantly it was chap and tasty.

Overall, this Inn was the best place for us and we would stay there again.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Jul 2024

Stella

Good value, nr Station and quay for Scillonian boa

Cosy room but overlooked garden so a little noisy till about 10.15. Bed a bit small - should have used single as well!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jul 2024

martin

Great hotel with really good food. The room was a bit too hot at night.

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2024

Lynn

Great owner & super friendly, attentive staff. Located one block from the Penzance train station. Breakfast included was hearty & delicious. Dinner one evening, also wonderful. Staying in this multi-hundred year old Inn was like being in Penzance when our grandparents lived there 💙

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2024

Sarah

Very friendly staff. Ruth was particularly helpful.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2024

Michelle

Great Location

Great service - love the location.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

03 Jun 2024

Douglas

Clean room and friendly staff

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2024

Pat

Really handy from the station

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2024

Nigel

The Longboat Inn, Penzance

I stayed at the Longboat Inn, Penzance. following a recommendation. Great place for a convenient location - two minutes walk from train station.
Helpful obliging staff, food was very good, selection of beers, clean and comfortable room. - I can recommend this place

Business

8/10

Excellent

14 Apr 2024

Robert

Nice staff

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

03 Apr 2024

Josiah

Good location and staff were friendly

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

26 Feb 2024

Craig

A second visit to the Longboat and it didn't disappoint, staff very friendly and helpful, room lovely and clean, towels changed daily if required, breakfast was very good value for money, only one small point, could of done with some coat hooks on wardrobe door to hang wet coats up as it was a bit wet during our stay ,that aside we had a great break and we will be back again soon. Many thanks, Craig and Dawn Johnson.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Feb 2024

Tina

The staff were extremely helpful

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jan 2024

Michael

You won't be disappointed

Great place with Great staff and very good food.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

15 Dec 2023

Verified traveler

Window in room left open until arrival, despite outside temperatures being about 1 degree.

Heating took a while to kick in.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Nov 2023

Lalita

Very convenient, train station a few steps away and so was the bus station. Happy and welcoming staff and good pub food. Will definitely recommend for anybody who had a long journey by train, so convenient. Credit to the manager and his staff.

Business_and_leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 Oct 2023

Gail

The check in time was a nightmare for an inn. A bo x and findng the key...are you kidding.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 Oct 2023

Beverly

A very cute pub/hotel steps away from train and bus station. Even though the rooms were on top of a pub downstairs, it was quiet. The beds were comfortable and plenty of hot water for hot showers. This hotel includes a nice breakfast which was a nice way to start a day.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 Oct 2023

Pam

Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was basic but clean and bed was comfortable

10/10

Exceptional

12 Oct 2023

Justine

I loved staying at this beautiful old pub. The staff were welcoming the moment we open the front door. The food at the restaurant was really tasty and fresh. Especially loved the tomato basil soup. The room was large and came with a good array of amenities. I definitely would stay here again.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Oct 2023

Dee

Staff were very attentive and helpful even though we only had a flying visit.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Sep 2023

PATRICIA

We chose this hotel because of the proximity to the train station for our trip back to London. Price was very reasonable, room was comfortable and quiet, meals were very good, staff were attentive

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

08 Sep 2023

Wendy

The room was clean and private although the street noise was high at times. The cleaning staff was helpful and friendly as were some of the wait staff. Others were not helpful for 2 visitors who were unaccustomed to the dining routines. We could have used a fridge in the room. It was an “okay” stay.

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

26 Jul 2023

Jeyarany

Hygiene was the main issue. Shower had multiple long hairs in it when we got in the room. A dirty rag was left on the bedside table after they ‘cleaned’. The whole place needs a deep clean as many corners/surfaces/floors are not clean. The location was great but I wouldn’t stay here again.

8/10

Excellent

14 Jul 2023

Jacquie

Great location for train, bus and ferry access. Close to town centre. Very warm welcome, good breakfast and excellent service. Clean rooms but slightly shabby and in need of some refurbishment.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Jun 2023

Clive

Very good night after long day getting back from Scilly Isles and delayed ferry. Bed and breakfast excellent

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2023

martin

The room was very comfortable. The facilities were excellent.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

23 May 2023

Verified traveler

Warm, cozy, comfortable inn - great value

I was very pleased with the Longboat Inn. I arrived after a hard day walking the Coastal Path and the first impression was that the Longboat Inn is a warm, cozy, comfortable place - both downstairs in the bar/restaurant and in my room. The building is old and quirky but very clean and comfortable.

My single room was at the back of the building and had a view of an ugly alley. However, the room itself was fine. It was warm and clean with tea and coffee provided. The bathroom was surprisingly large. It had a big window so it was full of light. That window was frosted for privacy which also had the benefit of hiding the ugly alley. The bed was one of the most comfortable I came across during my time in Cornwall.

I was surprised that breakfast was included in my room price. The breakfast was great.

The location is great - in the middle of town, a couple of mins from the bus station and a Tesco Express.

Despite being the only place that did not put my delivered bag in my room, I found the staff to be friendly and helpful. Overall the Longboat Inn was a great choice.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2023

Margaret

Easy to find lovely staff

Business_and_leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

11 May 2023

Ken

Only stayed 1 night. Convenient for railway station which is almost directly opposite. I arrived very late due to train cancellations but staff were excellent, understood and let me check in via a lockbox system even though it was way beyond check in hours. Nice room with en suite and good breakfast.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2023

Clifford

Lovely and convenient stopover

Fabulous location for a stopover on the way to the Scillies. It is a couple of minutes from the railway station and less than ten minutes to the ferry. The pub and restaurant are friendly with good service and food. Book a table before you arrive as they get busy!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Apr 2023

Chris

I got a bit confused about the location because I remembered it as ‘The Railway Tavern’ where I had waited for trains, but that was about 50 years ago! So, I wasn’t expecting to be quite that close to the station, but actually, external noise was not a problem. The internal noise was not too bad and it stopped at midnight. I would have liked to know that there was an EV charging point in the adjacent public car park before I checked out in the morning.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2023

Elizabeth

Best most welcoming folks! Comfortable and special place for we two cousins to land at end of travel day, close to everything we need. Delightful people and charming pub

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

18 Mar 2023

Sam

This wonderful place was exactly what we needed after a long day of travel. Across the street from the train station and car rental place. Good British food and pub downstairs. Cozy room with a warm blanket was great!

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

03 Feb 2023

Verified traveler

Dirty nets on the windows with dead insects in them, wasps flys etc. the bed was extremely uncomfortable, I could see the sheets had been washed but they were very stained. The toilet seat was also clean but very stained. The television is a distant away from the bed, as it is sick a small tv; it on was difficult to see/watch it. Overall the room looked a dirty magnolia, it definitely needs updating. I was disappointed.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

18 Dec 2022

Janet

It was warm and cozy. Staff very pleasant and helpful. Lovely var and restaurant abd the location was perfect. Walking distance of shops, cafes, transport and close to the sea front.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

28 Nov 2022

Paul

Happy days

I had a lovely and spacious single en suite room. Breakfast was very good. Excellent location and a very nice pub. Definitely stay again next time I'm in Penzance.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Nov 2022

Sergii

Very nice hotel in central part of Penzance near railway station and bus station. Dinner and breakfast were excellent!

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

17 Oct 2022

Sean

Well located to bus and train, clean and quiet. Excellent stay and breakfast!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 Sep 2022

Michael

Cornish weekend

Very handy for rail and bus stations, only 2 mins away. Staff professional & friendly. Room comfortable and quiet, considering how close it is to the centre of town. Shower not powerful enough, but temperature control worked fine. Breakfast very nice with decent quality bacon & sausages. Would recommend.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 Sep 2022

Hugh

One night

Good stay. Friendly. Helpful with bike parking.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2022

Roger

A very good service

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 May 2022

Lucinda

Friendly staff!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2022

Beng Wah Anthony

I really enjoyed my 2 night stay. The location is spot on, just next to the Penzance train station and 1 minute walk to the central bus station. Restaurants and shops are just a couple of minutes walk. The staff were lovely and very helpful. Highly recommended.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Apr 2022

Brian

The bedroom was our bubble with no staff in it during our stay. Public areas were well cared for. The bedroom was well furnished and comfortable. Only minor quibble was the tiny bathroom sink. Food was very good.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Mar 2022

derek

What can I say

One night stop over before returning to Isles of Scilly

Self

10/10

Exceptional

16 Dec 2021

Noel

Brilliant food and very friendly and helpful staff

Business

10/10

Exceptional

11 Nov 2021

James

Warm welcoming staff, clean room, comfy bed and pleasantly quiet. What more could you ask for!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

18 Oct 2021

Richard

Check this Inn out!

This was a very nicely located Inn. It is right across from the train station/ bus station (visitor center), and harbor parking area. The full-English breakfast was our best in Cornwall. The rooms themselves describe ideal areas of Cornwall and the hotel is in a great location of many desirable Cornwall attractions. We really hope you give this Inn a chance AND that you enjoy it as much as we did!

10/10

Exceptional

23 Aug 2021

Ted

The longboat inn was such a lovely stay! Right next to the train station and on the street of the town. Has a cool cinema room and beer garden, rooms are of good standard and kept nice. Great staff, with lots of information provided when checked in.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Aug 2021

Elizabeth

Great stay

Really great stay; warm welcome from Ryan, the manager. Nice room, couldn’t fault it. Breakfast included in my stay, perfectly edible, and all staff very kind and helpful. Absolutely fantastic location, just behind the train station, short walk to buses and the sea.

8/10

Excellent

24 Jul 2021

Evan

Nice hotel, unreliable shower

The hotel and room are very clean and comfortable, however the shower uses an instant electric heating system.

When I woke up, there was no power to the shower. I had to go downstairs (staff don't answer the phone at breakfast) to report the issue.

Came back to my room after breakfast and the shower was fixed.... until the power tripped again mid-shower.

If you want a cold shower, this is the place for you!

Self