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The Ship Inn

Property class: 3
Enjoy 3 restaurants at this 3-star St Austell B&B

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1 Fore St, Mevagissey, England, PL26 6UQ
  • Place, Cornwall National Landscape
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mevagissey Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lost Gardens of Heligan
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a single bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

Quadruple Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, dresser, mirror, and a window with curtains.

Triple Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

St Austell

In St Austell .Steps from the B&B, you'll find South West Coast Path Section 31 Trailhead and Mevagissey Model Railway. Cornwall National Landscape and Mevagissey Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cornwall National Landscape - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • South West Coast Path Section 31 Trailhead - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mevagissey Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mevagissey Aquarium - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lost Gardens of Heligan - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • St Austell Station - 16 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pier House Hotel & Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Teacup Tearoom - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Steward's House - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Ship Inn

Enjoy 3 restaurants at this 3-star St Austell B&B
There are 3 restaurants and 4 coffee shops/cafes on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily.
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • 4 coffee shops
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
The Ship Inn offers 5 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. This St Austell bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • 4 coffee shops/cafes

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: 25-percent of room rate for check-in between 11:30 PM and 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: 25-percent of room rate for check-in between 11:30 PM and 2:00 AM

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
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Ship Inn to the airport?

The Ship Inn is 20.9 mi (47-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 Ship Inn?

As of Oct 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ship Inn on Oct 6, 2026 start from $119, 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 Ship Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Ship Inn.

How close is The Ship Inn to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is a short 9-minute walk from Little Polstreath and 9-minute walk from Polstreath Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Ship Inn offer free breakfast?

The Ship Inn offers free English breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Ship Inn?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at The Ship Inn?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Ship Inn?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Ship Inn have a pool?

The Ship Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Ship Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 3 restaurants on site.

Does The Ship Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Ship Inn to downtown St Austell?

The Ship Inn is 0.2 mi away from Mevagissey.

The Ship Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time in Cornwall. Brilliant new owners have just taken over the pub - given a fantastic welcome, really friendly and a great breakfast. Wish them well for the future.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Major problem was expedia had passed our money to the previous landlord stay was good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026

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