The 10 Best Pubs with Rooms in Cornwall (2025)

The Slipway

Cornwall has long been a go-to for British getaways — and with its storybook villages, rolling countryside and knockout coastline, it’s easy to see why. Its food scene has exploded too, pushing local pubs to level up with standout dining and stellar craft beers. With so many great places to stay, the choice can feel overwhelming, so our experts have hand-picked the very best pubs with rooms — from hip seaside boltholes to cosy rural retreats. Selected for their setting, service, style and, naturally, their food and drink, dive into our list and start planning your next escape.

For a coastal break

The Godolphin Arms

  • The Godolphin Arms is a recently renovated, family-run beachside hotel on the unspoilt Cornish coast with beautiful views and modern, well-equipped rooms. The restaurant and bar offer local Cornish dishes (specialising in seafood) and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. The unbeatable location makes this a tough one to beat.
  • The Slipway is set in the popular and quaint coastal village of Port Isaac. Bright rooms have had a contemporary overhaul and the pub dishes are excellent. With easy access to beaches and coastal walks, this is a charming choice.
  • In the heart of artsy St Ives, The Queens Hotel delivers character-packed interiors, polished rooms and a lively bar humming with local energy. The restaurant focuses on seasonal plates, while surf beaches, harbour paths and Atlantic viewpoints sit just minutes from the door.
     
  • The Chain Locker is a chic coastal option in Falmouth boasting a restaurant that serves excellent seafood. The views across Falmouth and the sea from the large terrace are unbeatable and the lively bar is a real draw. With great sailing options nearby, this is a good choice for boating enthusiasts.
  • The Gannet Inn is a stylish boutique stay situated in hip St Ives. Choose this property for the exceptionally friendly staff and the food which is both hearty and skilfully crafted. Just a stroll from the coast - this is a classic Cornish option.

For foodies

The Old Custom House

  • The Old Custom House is the epitome of a perfect Cornish break. Set in popular Padstow and boasting an award-winning restaurant specialising in seafood. Rooms overlook the harbour and boast rolltop baths and the bar serves an on-trend selection of local ales and cocktails.
  • The Plume of Feathers is a beautifully renovated inn set in the charming village of Mitchell. Rooms are spacious, bright and contemporary. However, the restaurant which serves elevated pub grub using locally-sourced food is the real lure.
  • Set in beautiful St Ives, The Lifeboat Inn offers a handful of smart bedrooms (most with coastal views) with sink-into beds, simple contemporary fabrics, and indulgent bathrooms. It may be stylish, but the atmospheric pub is the beating heart of this inn and serves superb seafood.
  • Star & Garter is a stylish gastro pub on Falmouth's High Street. Large bay windows in all three self-catered apartments offer wonderful open views over the historic harbour. Foodies are spoiled here - a passionate team cook up hearty creations made with the finest ingredients sourced from the country's best suppliers.

For a rural escape

St Tudy Inn

  • St Tudy Inn sits in a peaceful Cornish village, offering stylish rooms with soft textures and a relaxed, modern-country feel. Its restaurant focuses on elevated pub favourites served in a smart, timber-lined dining room. A slow-paced hideaway perfect for couples seeking a rural reset.

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The 10 Best Pubs with Rooms in Cornwall

The Godolphin

The Godolphin

Cornwall (Marazion)

Boutique hotel, bar & restaurants renowned for their laid back style & stunning beachfront location. Sitting in a pocket of paradise on Cornwall’s beautiful West Coast, the lovingly restored hotel is in a spectacular spot looking out over Mount's Bay & St Michael's Mount

  • Active Holiday - The perfect base for active guests with surfing, hiking, cycling, and watersports all possible nearby
  • Restaurant - A relaxed restaurant with wonderful views serves British cuisine and specialises in seafood
  • Sights nearby - Take a boat trip over to the iconic destination of St Michael’s Mount
  • Birdwatching - For birding enthusiats, the RSPB nature reserve is nearby
from CA$205 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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St Tudy Inn

St Tudy Inn

Cornwall (Bodmin)

A charming country inn with standout cuisine and four rooms in an adjoining converted barn. Rooms have a rural chic feel and are decorated in soft greys and whites. Unfussy but very good pub dishes are served by the chef-owner. A quiet country getaway, ideal for a couple's weekend break.

  • Country Escape - With cosy accommodation, hearty cuisine, and access to the Camel Trail and Bodmin Moor - this is an ideal country getaway
  • Sights nearby - Go visit Tintagel Castle, Restormel Castle or spend a few hours at the spectacular Eden Project
  • Great walks - Head off on long, invigorating walks around the surrounding countryside
  • Restaurant - Simple rustic pub cuisine is served by chef and owner Emily
from CA$326 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Gannet Inn

The Gannet Inn

St Ives (Cornwall)

A boutique inn located in a picturesque village just outside St Ives. Individually styled rooms are named to reflect their character. From 'Cosy' to 'Quirky' each is stylishly designed and comfortable. The staff are exceptionally friendly and the food both hearty and skilfully crafted.

  • Families - With spacious family suites, a laidback vibe, and close proximity to the beach this is a good choice for a family getaway
  • Local exploring - An ideal base to explore the chic town of St Ives, access the beach and discover Cornwall's countryside.
  • Great walks - Discover Cornwall on foot taking long walks along the coastal path.
  • Restaurant - Hearty modern British cuisine is served in the restaurant
from CA$409 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Plume of Feathers

The Plume of Feathers

Cornwall (Mitchell)

Tucked into the charming Cornish village of Mitchell, The Plume of Feathers is delightful. Set in a historic Coaching House, guests can enjoy spacious, comfortable rooms and delicious locally-sourced food in the popular restaurant.

  • Country Escape - Spend days exploring the coastline & scenic Cornish countryside before returning for hearty cuisine and a soak in your bathtub
  • Great walks - The surrounding countryside and coastline is full of scenic walking routes
  • Restaurant - Classic pub food with an imaginative twist is served in the restaurant
  • Surfing - The Cornish coastline is peppered with great surf spots
from CA$285 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Queens Hotel

The Queens Hotel

St Ives

A traditional pub with rooms well-positioned in the heart of St. Ives. Beautifully renovated rooms perfectly mix the old and the new with exposed beams set against whitewashed walls. The gastropub serves well-crafted hearty pub fare with attention paid to sourcing produce. A laidback stay.

  • Foodies - For those in search of traditional pub food done well and made with carefully sourced local produce, this inn fits the bill
  • Local exploring - A great base for exploring the charming former artist colony of St. Ives as it's minutes from both the harbour and beaches
  • Sights nearby - Visit Penlee House in Penzance, home to stunning works by the Newlyn School of Artists
  • Surfing - The coastline near St. Ives is full of great surf spots
from CA$272 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
The Old Custom House

The Old Custom House

Padstow (Cornwall)

Perched on Padstow's charming quayside, this award-winning restaurant with rooms is the perfect spot for a Cornish getaway. Stylish, intimate and in the midst of the lively harbour, come for locally sourced food, and ensuite rooms with nautical furnishings and some with gorgeous roll top baths.

  • Local exploring - Close proximity to Padstow's medieval harbour famous for fishing and excellent craft shops and a small independent cinema
  • Sea Views - Views from the rooms to the harbour are second to none with the bustle of local fishing boats
  • Restaurant - Hearty pub classics and award winning ales. They also blend their own coffee on site
  • Sights nearby - There is a charming town centre, ferries to other parts of the Cornwall coast and Rick Stein's famous fish restaurant
from CA$311 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Chain Locker

The Chain Locker

Falmouth

The Chainlocker combines a prime coastal location with stunning modern interiors in muted tones. The rooms have quirky vintage furnishings and subtle nautical design. The views across Falmouth from the expansive terrace are second-to-none, as is the seafood in the restaurant and the lively bar.

  • Families - A laidback atmosphere, kids' menus in the restaurant, and a multitude of activities nearby make this a good family option
  • Active Holiday - Spend days hiking, surfing, sailing or exploring historical sites before returning for a hearty dinner and a pint
  • Coastal - Unrivalled waterside views of Falmouth quay and the spectacular beauty of Carrick Roads
  • Sea Views - Beautiful views out to sea from most rooms, the terrace and dining areas
from CA$287 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Slipway

The Slipway

Port Isaac (Harbour Front)

A charming Cornish inn set in the quaint coastal village of Port Isaac. Bright rooms have had a contemporary overhaul and feature whitewashed walls, crisp white linen and bursts of colour coming from the soft furnishings. Dining is an indulgent affair with a good selection of pub classics.

  • Local exploring - A charming Cornish inn well placed for accessing coastal walks, popular beaches, and historic towns
  • Surfing - Head to Polzeath surf beach to hit the waves (lessons are available too)
  • Sights nearby - Make a trip to the nearby Tintagel Castle linked to King Arthur folklore
  • Restaurant - Traditional Cornish dishes are served in the restaurant and cafe
from CA$257 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
The Lifeboat Inn, St Ives

The Lifeboat Inn, St Ives

St Ives

A boutique inn overlooking the harbour in the quaint town of St Ives. A handful of smart bedrooms (most with coastal views) feature sink-into beds, simple contemporary fabrics, and indulgent bathrooms. The atmospheric pub is the beating heart of this inn and serves superb seafood.

  • Families - As well as a family room with double bed and bunks, there are two apartments which can sleep up to 4
  • Beach Life - A charming Cornish inn offering cosy accommodation right on the picturesque St Ives coast
  • Sights nearby - The Tate St Ives gallery is a must visit on any trip
  • Surfing - Book a lesson in the surf school on Porthmeor Beach
from CA$391 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Star & Garter

Star & Garter

Falmouth

Glossy gastro pub with rooms & harbour views on Falmouth's High Street. Housed in a Georgian townhouse, cosy & contemporary self-catered apartments decorated with up-cycled antiques bring a touch of London cool to this seaside town. Run by a local husband & wife team, food is award-winning.

  • Foodies - A truly passionate team cook up hearty creations made with the finest ingredients sourced from the country's best suppliers
  • Local exploring - Central High Street location means you can walk to all of Falmouth's attractions - including the castle, harbour & beach
  • Views - Large bay windows in all three apartments offer wonderful open views over Falmouth’s historic harbour
  • Restaurant - With its heritage setting & modern owners, the restaurant delivers a perfectly on-trend yet authentic experience
from CA$279 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Written by Katie Harris

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