Penzance

The Dolphin Tavern

Name: The Dolphin Tavern
Address: The Dolphin Tavern Quay Street, Penzance, TR18 4BD, United Kingdom

StayScore

/100

Confidence: High

The Dolphin Tavern Quay Street, Penzance, TR18 4BD, United Kingdom

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★★★3-star hotel

The Dolphin Tavern is a traditional public house on Penzance harbour offering three bed-and-breakfast rooms. Guest rooms have bay windows with harbour and St Michael’s Mount views, plus digital TV, a seating area and underfloor soundproofing; breakfast is included. The tavern operates a bar and restaurant on the ground floor and is positioned for easy access to the ferry serving the Isles of Scilly, making it a convenient option for travellers connecting from the harbour.

Score breakdown

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StayScore

91/100

9.3/10

4.6/5

4.4/5

Scores last verified: 13 Aug 2026

StayScore Analysis

Why this hotel scores 91/100

The Dolphin Tavern in Penzance suits travellers who want a compact, characterful harbour-side base with effortless access to the Isles of Scilly ferry. Its appeal is strongest for guests who value friendly pub atmosphere, local dining and a straightforward B&B experience over polished hotel formality. With just three rooms above a traditional tavern, it works well as a practical stop for connecting travel, short breaks exploring west Cornwall and anyone seeking convivial local colour rather than anonymous chain accommodation.

Amenities

What this hotel offers

Free WiFiRestaurantNon-smoking roomsBarExceptional breakfast

Highlights

✓ Harbour-side location with immediate access to the Isles of Scilly ferry
✓ Traditional pub atmosphere with a focus on local seafood and convivial evenings
✓ Small, characterful B&B that’s handy for short stays and ferry connections

Things to know

• Pub setting and harbour bustle mean evenings can be lively rather than quietly restful
• Only three B&B rooms, so availability can be limited and it’s not ideal for longer stays or larger groups

Hotel surroundings