This inn features a restaurant, a bar/lounge and self parking. WiFi in public areas is free.
Ship Inn offers 8 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Ship Inn. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Mousehole Beach. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar.
Free WiFi
Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
Self-parking available for a fee
Amenities include a terrace
Steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Mousehole Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Parking is available for a fee.
On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in British cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required.
On-site venue No. 2 – This bar specialises in British cuisine.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site (GBP 5 per day)
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
On the beach
Terrace
Accessibility
No lift
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
More
Access via exterior corridors
Desk
Heating
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed for Christmas Day:
Bar/lounge
Dining venue
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Self-parking fee: GBP 5 per day
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
Property is also known as
Ship Inn Penzance
Ship Penzance
Ship Inn Inn
Ship Inn Penzance
Ship Inn Inn Penzance
Ship Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 171 reviews
10 - Excellent
109
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 171 reviews
8 - Good
45
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 171 reviews
6 - Okay
10
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 171 reviews
4 - Poor
4
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 171 reviews
2 - Terrible
3
9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jane
27 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely loved our stay at the ship. Room was beautiful with stunning views, pub food was perfect and the breakfast was on point. Staff were lovely, especially the lady who waitresses on the breakfasts
Can’t wait to come back
Jane
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan
11 Jan 2026
Beautiful room lovely staff great views gorgeous food and a very nice breakfast worth every penny
Susan
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
robert
16 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a very enjoyable overnight stay at The Ship to view the harbour lights of Mousehole. Excellent accommodation, spacious and clean, good size bathroom. Friendly welcome from the whole team, great evening meal and breakfast in the morning,, a warm welcome and would highly recommend
We had a very pleasant and quiet room with comfortable bed and view of harbour. Good cooked breakfast plus cereal toast etc. Staff were helpful and there was bike parking possible in small garden behind the house now part of the inn.
The accommodation was amazing and the room was immaculate, the Staff were friendly and helpful. It’s in a very good location right next to the harbour. We woke up to beautiful sunrise , the food at the pub downstairs was also amazing.
Staff were lovely, especially the delightful lady at breakfast. Situated right in front of the harbour and an easy walk around the town. We were able to park easily. Unfortunately, our room was not clean, the main light was not working and the shower was also not functioning properly.
Wonderful spot with room overlooking boats in harbor. Above the pub, so can be a bit noisy until pub closes if windows are open. Very friendly staff. Wonderful place.
Had a lovely stay at the ship inn. Room was spotless and overlooking the harbour, staff were friendly and helpful. There was also a lot of choice for breakfast and would highly recommend to anyone staying.
The location was perfect, i was doing tje SWCP and couldnt stay in a better place. The staff were friendly, the room was of a good size with amenities and tea/coffe, the food at the restaurant was also very good.