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Dolphins Backpackers

1.0 star property
Hostel near Tintagel Castle in Tintagel

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Dining
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Dolphins Fore Street, Tintagel, England, PL34 0DB
  • Place, King Arthur's Great Halls
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Merlins Cave
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Tintagel Castle
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Tintagel

In Tintagel .With a stay at this Tintagel hostel, you'll be steps from King Arthur's Great Halls and Tintagel Old Post Office. Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Tintagel Methodist Church are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • King Arthur's Great Halls - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Tintagel Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Merlins Cave - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Tintagel Castle - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • St Nectan's Glen - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bodmin Parkway Station - 38 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪King Arthur's Arms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pengenna Pasties - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Boscastle Farm Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cobweb Inn - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Dolphins Backpackers

Hostel near Tintagel Castle in Tintagel
As a guest of Dolphins Backpackers, you'll find a garden and coffee/tea in a common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. A complete renovation of Dolphins Backpackers was completed in September 2019.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Tintagel hostel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1875
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
Dolphins Backpackers offers 10 accommodations. This Tintagel hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

More

  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 17 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Dolphins Backpackers Tintagel
Dolphins Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Dolphins Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Tintagel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dolphins Backpackers to the airport?

Dolphins Backpackers is 28.7 mi (50-min drive) away from the Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Dolphins Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Dolphins Backpackers.

How close is Dolphins Backpackers to the beach?

This hostel is a short 10-minute walk from Tintagel Beach and 1 mi (4-min drive) from Bossiney Haven Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Dolphins Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Dolphins Backpackers does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Dolphins Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Dolphins Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Dolphins Backpackers?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Dolphins Backpackers have a pool?

Dolphins Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does Dolphins Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Dolphins Backpackers to downtown Tintagel?

Dolphins Backpackers is 1.2 mi away from Tintagel.

Reviews

Dolphins Backpackers Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

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

Good time with Dolphin crew

Fun, independent spot. Staff is a friendly group willing and able to offer tips and advice on how to make the most of your time in Cornwall. The beds were very comfortable and showers have good water pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jingyi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There is a friendly and welcoming atmosphere in hostel, with residents who are easy to connect with. The facilities are well-equipped and clean, making it a great place to stay. Perfect for solo travelers!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025