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The Old Custom House

4.0 star property
4-star inn near Padstow Harbour

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Coffee shop
Interior entrance
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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South Quay, Padstow, England, PL28 8BL
  • Place, Padstow Harbour
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Padstow Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 192 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 192 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Padstow

Seaside stay .At this inn, you'll be steps from Padstow Harbour and Padstow Museum. Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and National Lobster Hatchery are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Padstow Harbour - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Padstow Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Prideaux Place - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Harbour Cove Beach - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • St Columb Road Station - 17 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Custom House - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪The Seafood Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fee's Food - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Stein's Fish & Chips - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Mariners - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Old Custom House

4-star inn near Padstow Harbour
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 4-star Padstow inn is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Old Custom House offers 22 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. This Padstow inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 8.80 per night)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from October 31 2026 to April 25 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/lounge
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
During renovations, the inn will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 8.80 per night (499 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Old Custom House to the airport?

The Old Custom House is 13 mi (21-min drive) away from the Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Custom House?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Custom House on Jun 11, 2026 start from $222, 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.

Does The Old Custom House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Old Custom House.

How close is The Old Custom House to the beach?

This inn is a short 12-minute walk from Brea Beach and 10.5 mi (18-min drive) from Watergate Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Old Custom House offer free breakfast?

The Old Custom House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Old Custom House?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Old Custom House?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Old Custom House?

Free parking is not available at this inn.

Does The Old Custom House have a pool?

The Old Custom House does not have a pool.

Does The Old Custom House have a restaurant?

The Old Custom House is home to The Old Custom House, which features seafood. The dining venue(s) are closed on Christmas Day. The property will be renovating one of the dining venues from October 31 2026 to April 25 2027 (completion date subject to change).

Does The Old Custom House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Old Custom House to downtown Padstow?

The Old Custom House is 0.1 mi away from Padstow.

The Old Custom House Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 225 out of 397 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 397 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 397 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 397 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 397 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint heritage building with harbour view rooms - most lovely staff everywhere
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GARY NIGEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location perfect, staff very friendly and efficient, breakfast excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant place to stay in the heart of Padstow
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old style unique hotel, spacious rooms with a great view. Nice breakfast included. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel with a welcoming atmosphere in a fabulous location. The staff are exemplary 10/10+
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff and room very good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Great place to stay for the weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Amenities
Great room overlooking the harbour. The breakfast was freshly cooked and delicious. All staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so kind and helpful, nothing was too much trouble. The room was comfy with a lovely view of the harbour
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location but hotel is a bit tired
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

Nice stay

Very good - comfortable room and excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast. Comfortable rooms. Very helpful and friendly staff. Lots to see in Padstow. Some noise from the pub in the building at night and carpets could use a refresh, especially in common areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely for a night away, all you need in one place, room, food, bar!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a lovely short break
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and comfortable room, easy check-in, breakfast was very nice and the restaurant served great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reuben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and functional room. Lovely pub atmosphere downstairs with a good food menu and lots of local and mainline beers to choose from. Full breakfast was very good too! Recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was lovely with great views of the harbour. Great breakfast and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Staff and facilities were wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lyndsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to be based to explore padstow from and the breakfast was very good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived really early but were allowed to check in hours before Everything about the customer service was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The perfect place to stay in Padstow! With convenient (paid) parking just across the street, we were able to enjoy walking through padstow before the crowds and the surrounding areas. Brilliant modern bathroom too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melville

Liked: Cleanliness
Old, quaint and charming. Good food, nice rooms, quiet and clean. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Amenities
Great pub right on the harbour.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

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