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The Thirsty Scholar

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

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite
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Standard Double Room, Ensuite
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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
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.
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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
  • ‪Rowes Pasty Shop - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Stannary, UCF - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Verdant Brewing Company Limited - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bango Kitchen - ‬6 min walk

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.

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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 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Thirsty Scholar on 2 Oct 2025 start from AU$204.26, 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.