See all properties
Save

The Thirsty Scholar

3.0 star property
Inn in Penryn with restaurant and bar/lounge

Photo gallery for The Thirsty Scholar

Restful retreat with a neatly made bed, bedside table, and a vase with flowers.
Experience the charming atmosphere of The Thirsty Scholar, a cozy B&B with a scholarly twist.
Cozy retreat with a single bed, nightstand, and dresser, complete with a vase of fresh flowers.
Guests can play their own music in this cozy space with a guitar and microphone.
Bathroom features a white sink, toilet, and bathtub with a shower curtain.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$227
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Explore the area

View map
18 West Street, Penryn, England, TR10 8EW
  • Falmouth University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Gyllyngvase Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Maenporth Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Penzance (PZE-Penzance Heliport)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, nightstand, and a vase with fresh flowers.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Penryn

At The Thirsty Scholar you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Enys Gardens and Performance Centre. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free inn offers free WiFi in public areas. There's also the convenience of free extended parking. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Penryn inn include Raze the Roof Indoor Play & Laser Tag and Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
View more Inns in PenrynOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Falmouth University - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Gyllyngvase Beach - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Swanpool Beach - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Maenporth Beach - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Pendennis Castle - 8 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Penryn Station - 6 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Choy Hung House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rowes Pasty Shop - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Verdant Brewing Company Limited - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Upper Deck - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Thirsty Scholar

Inn in Penryn with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Penryn inn is smoke free.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Thirsty Scholar offers 2 accommodations.

Languages

English

Similar properties

Enjoy breathtaking views of the sea from this picturesque coastal location.

Anacapri

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Tennis court
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 650 reviews
The price is AU$266
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Anacapri

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

Property is also known as

Thirsty Scholar B&B
Thirsty Scholar B&B Penryn
Thirsty Scholar Penryn
The Thirsty Scholar Inn
The Thirsty Scholar Penryn
The Thirsty Scholar Inn Penryn

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Thirsty Scholar?

Yep, The Thirsty Scholar has a free self car park and free extended parking.

How much does it cost to stay at The Thirsty Scholar?

As of 8 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Thirsty Scholar on 1 Sept 2025 start from AU$226.74, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Thirsty Scholar?

The closest beach to The Thirsty Scholar is Swanpool Beach (3.8 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Thirsty Scholar?

No, The Thirsty Scholar does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Thirsty Scholar?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Thirsty Scholar?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Thirsty Scholar?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Thirsty Scholar Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 113 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Craig

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
I really think the staff were amazing. Food was great and the bed gave me a good night sleep. What more can you ask for
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

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

10/10 Excellent

Maisie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

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

Friendly, comfy

Enjoyed my stay. Nice clean, comfy room. Good choice for breakfast and short walk from train and town centre.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Andy from Birmingham

I don't normally leave reviews but this was worth a decent review. Booked late on the day of arrival & they were 100% ready for my arrival. My room was clean, modern, bed was comfortable & the shower was good. Food was superb (I'd definitely recommend the King Prawn & Crab linguine) & breakfast was equally as good. Most importantly the staff were so pleasant (apologies I didn't catch anyone's name). Next time I'm in the area this will be the first place I look for.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hon Man

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impressed by the hotel owners' diligence and hospitality in arranging for parking, preparing breakfast and intriloducing some sight-seeing spots
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed before and will stay again. Lovely people. Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hala

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, Quaint, and very friendly atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

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

Lovely place for a trip to Cornwall.

Just spent a wonderful week in Penryn staying at The Thirsty Scholar whilst visiting family,Everything about the TS is spot on, comfortable and clean room, excellent breakfast, and a really nice and varied dinner menu.Very pleasant staff and well run by Adele and Darren, would definitely recommend the placer. a few days away.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect

We had a fantastic couple of days in Penryn and loved everything about our accommodation! Absolutely first class stay and more than happy to recommend The Thirsty Scholar. It was the perfect base for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely Visit

This is a return visit , so that says it all , food is great and room was of a good standard, WIFI issue though in room but in bar and restaurant area very good ,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Carol

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

Hotel.com website not correct

Had a nice stay at the Thirsty Scholar after the hassle of gettng into the property and the parking. Your website said we could get in at 2.30 but couldn't get in until 4.00, although the owner did arrange for someone to come and let us in. Free parking your website states, there is no parking for the pub which again was a hassle for us as the Council carpark was quite a way with steep hills.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its position and great beer
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little pub with delicious food and a lovely room with a fantastic view of the harbour. Staff were very friendly and overall a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Manageress is one of those golden hearted people who makes you want to go back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

anthony, newport

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff were excellent, host Adele was excellent, nice pub, good pub food, good breakfast, good transport links bus & train, rooms were good, bed was comfy. dog friendly. real ales,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historic building sympathetically modernised. Obviously some noise as its a pub but hey
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024