The Old Success Inn
$221
/ night
Avg. for September
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$221
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Old Success Inn average $99 in January, the cheapest month, and $246 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $99 |
| February | $106 |
| March | $122 |
| April | $150 |
| May | $223 |
| June | $241 |
| July | $246 |
| August | $219 |
| September | $221 |
| October | $154 |
| November | $110 |
| December | $125 |
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Most expensive: July (~$246)
Cheapest: January (~$99)
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Dining
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the inn's bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service.
Rooms
Stay in one of 21 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
When you stay at Old Success Inn in Penzance, you'll be by the sea, just steps from Cornwall National Landscape and Sennen Surfing Centre. This inn is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Sennen Cove Beach and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Maen Castle.
What's nearby
Cornwall National Landscape(0.1 miles)
Sennen Surfing Centre(0.1 miles)
Sennen Cove Beach(0.1 miles)
Maen Castle(0.8 miles)
Gwynver Beach(1 miles)
Land's End(1.4 miles)
Greeb Farm(1.4 miles)
Nanjizal or Mill Bay(2.4 miles)
South West Coast Path Section 22 Trailhead(2.4 miles)
Porthcurno Telegraph Museum(3.9 miles)
Boscawen-un Stone Circle(4 miles)
South West Coast Path Section 23 Trailhead(4.3 miles)
Minack Theatre(4.4 miles)
Porthcurno Beach(4.5 miles)
Porth Chapel(4.9 miles)
The nearest major airport is Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)(50.5 miles)
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Family Room
Housekeeping
Garden
Beach (Nearby)
Location
Sennen Cove, Penzance, England, United Kingdom
Cornwall National Landscape (0.1 miles)
Sennen Surfing Centre (0.1 miles)
Sennen Cove Beach (0.1 miles)
Maen Castle (0.8 miles)
Gwynver Beach (1 miles)
Land's End (1.4 miles)
Guest reviews
8.9
Fabulous
Based on 731 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
23%
Couple
52%
Group
23%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At The Old Success Inn, travellers praise the stunning beachfront setting and sea views, consistently friendly staff, and welcoming pub atmosphere, while noting a few drawbacks such as occasional room noise in certain locations and parking limitations near the property.
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What guests think
At The Old Success Inn, travellers praise the stunning beachfront setting and sea views, consistently friendly staff, and welcoming pub atmosphere, while noting a few drawbacks such as occasional room noise in certain locations and parking limitations near the property.
Guests frequently highlight excellent breakfasts and tasty meals. Rooms are generally comfortable with thoughtful touches, though some reviews cite weak shower pressure or minor maintenance issues. Expect a lively coastal inn experience with lots of character.
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Facilities
Lively on-site pub/bar is praised. Parking is mainly in the public beach car park across the road (fee), with very limited or no dedicated hotel spaces, and it can be hard to find a spot at busy times.
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Peter
Oct 20, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location across the road from Sennen Cove. Bedroom, food and service all good
Excellent location across the road from Sennen Cove. Bedroom, food and service all good
8
Stephen
Sep 25, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent choice. Great location and our room (11) what a great view. bar was fantastic atmosphere and good selection of beers and wines. Restaurant was excellent nice selection of meals at a reasonable price.
Excellent choice. Great location and our room (11) what a great view. bar was fantastic atmosphere and good selection of beers and wines. Restaurant was excellent nice selection of meals at a reasonable price.
10
Brian
Nov 1, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel with a fantastic location , rooms very comfortable and clean . Excellent value for money . One side note is please allow an extra £9 per day parking fee as hotel does not have parking and you have to use beach car park opposite.
Lovely hotel with a fantastic location , rooms very comfortable and clean . Excellent value for money . One side note is please allow an extra £9 per day parking fee as hotel does not have parking and you have to use beach car park opposite.
10
JAMES
Dec 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
One night stay, late arrival early checkout. Great place, nice cozy pub downstairs - had tagliatelle which was good. Room comfy, warm, great, lovely bed. Nice toiletries, amenities. Left too early for breakfast but knew it would've been good just from the feel of the place. Decided to check out early doors, visit some places for work then come back at 9am for the breakfast (included). Correct decision, it was amazing. Nothing against the normal run of the mill chain pubs I tend to stay in when on the road so much, but this was refreshing and welcome change. Just a shame I my stay was so short...
One night stay, late arrival early checkout. Great place, nice cozy pub downstairs - had tagliatelle which was good. Room comfy, warm, great, lovely bed. Nice toiletries, amenities. Left too early for breakfast but knew it would've been good just from the feel of the place. Decided to check out early doors, visit some places for work then come back at 9am for the breakfast (included). Correct decision, it was amazing. Nothing against the normal run of the mill chain pubs I tend to stay in when on the road so much, but this was refreshing and welcome change. Just a shame I my stay was so short...
10
DEAN
May 29, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed at this lovely Pub in May. We had a small double which was comfortable, clean and had a Sea View. Our stay was made even more enjoyable by the staff, who were all really friendly and most helpful. There is a very small Car Park at the front of the Pub but we parked on the Beach Car Park across the road from the Pub (£9 for 24Hrs).
We stayed at this lovely Pub in May. We had a small double which was comfortable, clean and had a Sea View. Our stay was made even more enjoyable by the staff, who were all really friendly and most helpful. There is a very small Car Park at the front of the Pub but we parked on the Beach Car Park across the road from the Pub (£9 for 24Hrs).
10
Kelly
Aug 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely relaxing stay. Room exceeded expectations and the having the pub downstairs was so nice for a drink in the evening after being out walking all day.
Lovely relaxing stay. Room exceeded expectations and the having the pub downstairs was so nice for a drink in the evening after being out walking all day.
10
Man kit
Sep 1, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely place to stay in Sennen, staff is very welcoming and we got a really nice view of the beach from our room. The room was big and comfortable, the only thing I would advice is work around the parking situation. We stayed in August and could not find a space to park to check in but we were early. So ended up going away and coming back.
Lovely place to stay in Sennen, staff is very welcoming and we got a really nice view of the beach from our room. The room was big and comfortable, the only thing I would advice is work around the parking situation. We stayed in August and could not find a space to park to check in but we were early. So ended up going away and coming back.
8
Marie
Aug 26, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was lovely overlooking the beach , shower was very weak , very busy inn and food was good , even staying you were not guaranteed a table to eat or drink except for breakfast
Room was lovely overlooking the beach , shower was very weak , very busy inn and food was good , even staying you were not guaranteed a table to eat or drink except for breakfast
10
Karen
Jul 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic location and view from our room, really comfortable and welcoming. Great breakfast and added bonus of yoga class if we wanted to greet the day. Love to go back!
Fantastic location and view from our room, really comfortable and welcoming. Great breakfast and added bonus of yoga class if we wanted to greet the day. Love to go back!
10
Paul
Feb 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a really welcoming hotel, staff were lovely, very helpful. We stayed in a luxury room literally overlooking the sea and view of the bay, which was wonderful. Parking is via a car park just across the road from the hotel. The cooked food and pastries at breakfast were very good. The bar also had a good vibe and also serves food in addition to the restaurant. Would stay again.
This was a really welcoming hotel, staff were lovely, very helpful. We stayed in a luxury room literally overlooking the sea and view of the bay, which was wonderful. Parking is via a car park just across the road from the hotel. The cooked food and pastries at breakfast were very good. The bar also had a good vibe and also serves food in addition to the restaurant. Would stay again.
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Cleanliness
Most reviews describe rooms as clean and well presented. There is an isolated complaint about dust and a stained mattress, plus a few maintenance niggles (e.g., window upkeep).
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beverly
Dec 17, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We both found the bed uncomfortable (a personal thing), windows need attention (room 12) Loverly view, excellent bathroom
We both found the bed uncomfortable (a personal thing), windows need attention (room 12) Loverly view, excellent bathroom
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Kim
Sep 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The Old Success Inn is in the most stunning location and the staff all tried hard to please . However, we thought the bedroom we booked was a deluxe room , which although looked great on first impressions, it had a few issues. Unfortunately, the bath tap dripped all day and night and you couldn’t fill the bath as there wasn’t enough water pressure. The shower wasn’t much better, especially if you have to wash your hair , it took ages to rinse. We live by the sea so are used to windows banging and dealing with that when it’s windy but the bathroom issues need to be sorted. The breakfast and evening meals were good, quite basic but cooked well. I would also suggest that if you are staying , remember to flip over your sign on the door if you need your room cleaning or fresh towels. We didn’t see it and came back to our towels still wet and piled up in the bath where we had left them at the end of the day. This was rectified quickly once we realised but just a note to self to check if you need room doing , flip your sign over hanging on the outside door. Other than that, we had a great stay and will definitely return next year but maybe stay in a different room … unless they get the tap and pressure sorted . A beautiful location and full of character.
The Old Success Inn is in the most stunning location and the staff all tried hard to please . However, we thought the bedroom we booked was a deluxe room , which although looked great on first impressions, it had a few issues. Unfortunately, the bath tap dripped all day and night and you couldn’t fill the bath as there wasn’t enough water pressure. The shower wasn’t much better, especially if you have to wash your hair , it took ages to rinse. We live by the sea so are used to windows banging and dealing with that when it’s windy but the bathroom issues need to be sorted. The breakfast and evening meals were good, quite basic but cooked well. I would also suggest that if you are staying , remember to flip over your sign on the door if you need your room cleaning or fresh towels. We didn’t see it and came back to our towels still wet and piled up in the bath where we had left them at the end of the day. This was rectified quickly once we realised but just a note to self to check if you need room doing , flip your sign over hanging on the outside door. Other than that, we had a great stay and will definitely return next year but maybe stay in a different room … unless they get the tap and pressure sorted . A beautiful location and full of character.
8
Judith
Jun 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very enjoyable stay. Location and views are wonderful. View from room is across the Sennen white sand beach. Room was neat and well presented. Well stocked mini fridge and refreshments tray. Weather was perfect which helps.
Very enjoyable stay. Location and views are wonderful. View from room is across the Sennen white sand beach. Room was neat and well presented. Well stocked mini fridge and refreshments tray. Weather was perfect which helps.
10
DEAN
May 29, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed at this lovely Pub in May. We had a small double which was comfortable, clean and had a Sea View. Our stay was made even more enjoyable by the staff, who were all really friendly and most helpful. There is a very small Car Park at the front of the Pub but we parked on the Beach Car Park across the road from the Pub (£9 for 24Hrs).
We stayed at this lovely Pub in May. We had a small double which was comfortable, clean and had a Sea View. Our stay was made even more enjoyable by the staff, who were all really friendly and most helpful. There is a very small Car Park at the front of the Pub but we parked on the Beach Car Park across the road from the Pub (£9 for 24Hrs).
10
Christine
Nov 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean and a really lovely room, luxurious with bathrobes. The fridge with drinks and snacks to buy was a nice touch, as were the two complimentary cans of Korev. Great shower room. Fantastic view. Couldnt ask for more. The staff are very welcoming, attentive and helpful. We enjoyed our evening meal and breakfast which has a great choice.
Very clean and a really lovely room, luxurious with bathrobes. The fridge with drinks and snacks to buy was a nice touch, as were the two complimentary cans of Korev. Great shower room. Fantastic view. Couldnt ask for more. The staff are very welcoming, attentive and helpful. We enjoyed our evening meal and breakfast which has a great choice.
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gail
Jun 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was nice until you looked. Bed mattress stained, though was covered with mattress protector. Lot of places hadn’t been dusted . Cobwebs around windows. Coffee machine, kettle and fridge only had 2 socket, so had to pull fridge out and swop plugs when wanting tea or hot chocolate. Breakfast was very well done, asked to change and brought same dish back. Waitress even said chef said send it back to customer. Very busy but no excuse. Informed person on reception that said they’d put breakfast back on our card but that wasn’t the point ! Was so looking forward to a night away. Very very disappointing
The room was nice until you looked. Bed mattress stained, though was covered with mattress protector. Lot of places hadn’t been dusted . Cobwebs around windows. Coffee machine, kettle and fridge only had 2 socket, so had to pull fridge out and swop plugs when wanting tea or hot chocolate. Breakfast was very well done, asked to change and brought same dish back. Waitress even said chef said send it back to customer. Very busy but no excuse. Informed person on reception that said they’d put breakfast back on our card but that wasn’t the point ! Was so looking forward to a night away. Very very disappointing
10
Paul
Jun 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was clean and comfortable, well equipped and supplied. Location is amazing, right next to the beach. Perfect views Breakfast excellent, good quality and a huge choice. Best of all were the staff - all very welcoming and helpful, in a natural, non-corporate. Congrats to them all. Only downside was the room - number 15 - which has poor sound isolation from reception and bar. It has windows that are overlooked by the terrace so you have the noise and the lack of privacy following from that. I’ve given five stars because of the outstanding staff but I would only stay here again if I was sure to avoid that room.
Room was clean and comfortable, well equipped and supplied. Location is amazing, right next to the beach. Perfect views Breakfast excellent, good quality and a huge choice. Best of all were the staff - all very welcoming and helpful, in a natural, non-corporate. Congrats to them all. Only downside was the room - number 15 - which has poor sound isolation from reception and bar. It has windows that are overlooked by the terrace so you have the noise and the lack of privacy following from that. I’ve given five stars because of the outstanding staff but I would only stay here again if I was sure to avoid that room.
8
Stephen
Mar 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Love this Inn - charming & luxurious but unfortunately has some downsides which they probably can’t fix due to the age of the building & regulations. Absolutely stunning room, the best bed I’ve ever slept in was simply amazing! Water pressure in the shower along with lack of hot water was disappointing to say the least even when used at random times. Windows are only able to open 3” which is probably some random health & safety law but again disappointing to have an amazing view spoiled. Staff are exceptional and will go out of their way to help with any queries.
Love this Inn - charming & luxurious but unfortunately has some downsides which they probably can’t fix due to the age of the building & regulations. Absolutely stunning room, the best bed I’ve ever slept in was simply amazing! Water pressure in the shower along with lack of hot water was disappointing to say the least even when used at random times. Windows are only able to open 3” which is probably some random health & safety law but again disappointing to have an amazing view spoiled. Staff are exceptional and will go out of their way to help with any queries.
10
Clare
Apr 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely beautiful room, huge bed, brand new bathroom, amazing sea view. Great attention to detail. Staff were lovely and the hotel is in a brilliant location. Good value for money given breakfast was also included
Absolutely beautiful room, huge bed, brand new bathroom, amazing sea view. Great attention to detail. Staff were lovely and the hotel is in a brilliant location. Good value for money given breakfast was also included
8
Heather
Mar 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The location of the hotel is great with beautiful views of Sennen Beach and surrounding countryside. Great access to the coastal path as well. Staff was friendly and helpful. My room was clean, comfortable and cozy. My only issue was the noise in my room. I stayed in #15, which is directly behind the reception desk and I could hear guest interactions well into the evening and first thing in the morning. It was reasonably quiet from 10:30pm until 7:15am. It is an older property, so sound proofing is not so good, but the decor and amenities were very good.
The location of the hotel is great with beautiful views of Sennen Beach and surrounding countryside. Great access to the coastal path as well. Staff was friendly and helpful. My room was clean, comfortable and cozy. My only issue was the noise in my room. I stayed in #15, which is directly behind the reception desk and I could hear guest interactions well into the evening and first thing in the morning. It was reasonably quiet from 10:30pm until 7:15am. It is an older property, so sound proofing is not so good, but the decor and amenities were very good.
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable and nicely decorated, with thoughtful touches and many featuring standout sea views. Some guests report noise in certain rooms near reception or bar, plus occasional issues like weak shower pressure, loud bathroom fans, or limited window opening.
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beverly
Dec 17, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We both found the bed uncomfortable (a personal thing), windows need attention (room 12) Loverly view, excellent bathroom
We both found the bed uncomfortable (a personal thing), windows need attention (room 12) Loverly view, excellent bathroom
10
Christine
Nov 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean and a really lovely room, luxurious with bathrobes. The fridge with drinks and snacks to buy was a nice touch, as were the two complimentary cans of Korev. Great shower room. Fantastic view. Couldnt ask for more. The staff are very welcoming, attentive and helpful. We enjoyed our evening meal and breakfast which has a great choice.
Very clean and a really lovely room, luxurious with bathrobes. The fridge with drinks and snacks to buy was a nice touch, as were the two complimentary cans of Korev. Great shower room. Fantastic view. Couldnt ask for more. The staff are very welcoming, attentive and helpful. We enjoyed our evening meal and breakfast which has a great choice.
10
jayne
Sep 1, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I loved my stay here. It was one of my favourite stays on my trip. Tom was brilliant at check in amd was available to help when i needed. My room No1 was stunning, beautiful decor, and views of the bay. Sennen Cove is dreamy and i highly recommended it
I loved my stay here. It was one of my favourite stays on my trip. Tom was brilliant at check in amd was available to help when i needed. My room No1 was stunning, beautiful decor, and views of the bay. Sennen Cove is dreamy and i highly recommended it
10
Paul
Jun 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was clean and comfortable, well equipped and supplied. Location is amazing, right next to the beach. Perfect views Breakfast excellent, good quality and a huge choice. Best of all were the staff - all very welcoming and helpful, in a natural, non-corporate. Congrats to them all. Only downside was the room - number 15 - which has poor sound isolation from reception and bar. It has windows that are overlooked by the terrace so you have the noise and the lack of privacy following from that. I’ve given five stars because of the outstanding staff but I would only stay here again if I was sure to avoid that room.
Room was clean and comfortable, well equipped and supplied. Location is amazing, right next to the beach. Perfect views Breakfast excellent, good quality and a huge choice. Best of all were the staff - all very welcoming and helpful, in a natural, non-corporate. Congrats to them all. Only downside was the room - number 15 - which has poor sound isolation from reception and bar. It has windows that are overlooked by the terrace so you have the noise and the lack of privacy following from that. I’ve given five stars because of the outstanding staff but I would only stay here again if I was sure to avoid that room.
10
Sedley
Jul 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location was absolutely stunning! Watched the sunset over the cove. Staff were welcoming and kind. The room was just lovely- so many thoughtful details. Highly recommend!!
The location was absolutely stunning! Watched the sunset over the cove. Staff were welcoming and kind. The room was just lovely- so many thoughtful details. Highly recommend!!
8
Stephen
Mar 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Love this Inn - charming & luxurious but unfortunately has some downsides which they probably can’t fix due to the age of the building & regulations. Absolutely stunning room, the best bed I’ve ever slept in was simply amazing! Water pressure in the shower along with lack of hot water was disappointing to say the least even when used at random times. Windows are only able to open 3” which is probably some random health & safety law but again disappointing to have an amazing view spoiled. Staff are exceptional and will go out of their way to help with any queries.
Love this Inn - charming & luxurious but unfortunately has some downsides which they probably can’t fix due to the age of the building & regulations. Absolutely stunning room, the best bed I’ve ever slept in was simply amazing! Water pressure in the shower along with lack of hot water was disappointing to say the least even when used at random times. Windows are only able to open 3” which is probably some random health & safety law but again disappointing to have an amazing view spoiled. Staff are exceptional and will go out of their way to help with any queries.
8
robin
Oct 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable but noisy
Comfortable but noisy
8
Marie
Aug 26, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was lovely overlooking the beach , shower was very weak , very busy inn and food was good , even staying you were not guaranteed a table to eat or drink except for breakfast
Room was lovely overlooking the beach , shower was very weak , very busy inn and food was good , even staying you were not guaranteed a table to eat or drink except for breakfast
8
Heather
Mar 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The location of the hotel is great with beautiful views of Sennen Beach and surrounding countryside. Great access to the coastal path as well. Staff was friendly and helpful. My room was clean, comfortable and cozy. My only issue was the noise in my room. I stayed in #15, which is directly behind the reception desk and I could hear guest interactions well into the evening and first thing in the morning. It was reasonably quiet from 10:30pm until 7:15am. It is an older property, so sound proofing is not so good, but the decor and amenities were very good.
The location of the hotel is great with beautiful views of Sennen Beach and surrounding countryside. Great access to the coastal path as well. Staff was friendly and helpful. My room was clean, comfortable and cozy. My only issue was the noise in my room. I stayed in #15, which is directly behind the reception desk and I could hear guest interactions well into the evening and first thing in the morning. It was reasonably quiet from 10:30pm until 7:15am. It is an older property, so sound proofing is not so good, but the decor and amenities were very good.
10
Paul
Feb 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a really welcoming hotel, staff were lovely, very helpful. We stayed in a luxury room literally overlooking the sea and view of the bay, which was wonderful. Parking is via a car park just across the road from the hotel. The cooked food and pastries at breakfast were very good. The bar also had a good vibe and also serves food in addition to the restaurant. Would stay again.
This was a really welcoming hotel, staff were lovely, very helpful. We stayed in a luxury room literally overlooking the sea and view of the bay, which was wonderful. Parking is via a car park just across the road from the hotel. The cooked food and pastries at breakfast were very good. The bar also had a good vibe and also serves food in addition to the restaurant. Would stay again.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with staff accommodating upgrades, early check-in, and room changes. A few lapses are mentioned, but overall feedback is very positive.
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Andrew
Dec 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A very well situated pub/hotel comfortable with good affordable parking. Excellent attentive staff who kindly upgraded my room. Would happily book again.
A very well situated pub/hotel comfortable with good affordable parking. Excellent attentive staff who kindly upgraded my room. Would happily book again.
10
Helen
Nov 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Truly excellent overnight stay. Great pub and superb room, beautifully appointed with everything you need. Staff were lovely and welcoming. Amazing cooked breakfast in the morning as well. Absolutely nothing to find fault with.
Truly excellent overnight stay. Great pub and superb room, beautifully appointed with everything you need. Staff were lovely and welcoming. Amazing cooked breakfast in the morning as well. Absolutely nothing to find fault with.
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Nikki
Apr 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We were able to check in early which was a nice touch, as were the complementary drinks and snacks. We ate outside in the afternoon and the burger was delicious. The bed was a bit on the soft side for my liking but I had a wonderful night’s sleep. Breakfast was lovely, but it is cooked to order so factor that into your timing. All in all a wonderful stay, will definitely be back
We were able to check in early which was a nice touch, as were the complementary drinks and snacks. We ate outside in the afternoon and the burger was delicious. The bed was a bit on the soft side for my liking but I had a wonderful night’s sleep. Breakfast was lovely, but it is cooked to order so factor that into your timing. All in all a wonderful stay, will definitely be back
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gail
Jun 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was nice until you looked. Bed mattress stained, though was covered with mattress protector. Lot of places hadn’t been dusted . Cobwebs around windows. Coffee machine, kettle and fridge only had 2 socket, so had to pull fridge out and swop plugs when wanting tea or hot chocolate. Breakfast was very well done, asked to change and brought same dish back. Waitress even said chef said send it back to customer. Very busy but no excuse. Informed person on reception that said they’d put breakfast back on our card but that wasn’t the point ! Was so looking forward to a night away. Very very disappointing
The room was nice until you looked. Bed mattress stained, though was covered with mattress protector. Lot of places hadn’t been dusted . Cobwebs around windows. Coffee machine, kettle and fridge only had 2 socket, so had to pull fridge out and swop plugs when wanting tea or hot chocolate. Breakfast was very well done, asked to change and brought same dish back. Waitress even said chef said send it back to customer. Very busy but no excuse. Informed person on reception that said they’d put breakfast back on our card but that wasn’t the point ! Was so looking forward to a night away. Very very disappointing
10
Darren
Sep 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay and the staff were really really polite and provided an incredible service.
Great place to stay and the staff were really really polite and provided an incredible service.
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Paul
Jun 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was clean and comfortable, well equipped and supplied. Location is amazing, right next to the beach. Perfect views Breakfast excellent, good quality and a huge choice. Best of all were the staff - all very welcoming and helpful, in a natural, non-corporate. Congrats to them all. Only downside was the room - number 15 - which has poor sound isolation from reception and bar. It has windows that are overlooked by the terrace so you have the noise and the lack of privacy following from that. I’ve given five stars because of the outstanding staff but I would only stay here again if I was sure to avoid that room.
Room was clean and comfortable, well equipped and supplied. Location is amazing, right next to the beach. Perfect views Breakfast excellent, good quality and a huge choice. Best of all were the staff - all very welcoming and helpful, in a natural, non-corporate. Congrats to them all. Only downside was the room - number 15 - which has poor sound isolation from reception and bar. It has windows that are overlooked by the terrace so you have the noise and the lack of privacy following from that. I’ve given five stars because of the outstanding staff but I would only stay here again if I was sure to avoid that room.
10
Sedley
Jul 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location was absolutely stunning! Watched the sunset over the cove. Staff were welcoming and kind. The room was just lovely- so many thoughtful details. Highly recommend!!
The location was absolutely stunning! Watched the sunset over the cove. Staff were welcoming and kind. The room was just lovely- so many thoughtful details. Highly recommend!!
10
Susan
Nov 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were friendly and helpful. The views are stunning. Can’t wait to return and stay in the newly refurbished room 13, with stunning views
The staff were friendly and helpful. The views are stunning. Can’t wait to return and stay in the newly refurbished room 13, with stunning views
10
Julie
Jul 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I went for my birthday & chose the hotel for the location, stunning views & closeness to the Minack theatre. Stunning location, right on the beach, the staff were very attentive and couldn't have done more and all in all made it a very special stay for my birthday.
I went for my birthday & chose the hotel for the location, stunning views & closeness to the Minack theatre. Stunning location, right on the beach, the staff were very attentive and couldn't have done more and all in all made it a very special stay for my birthday.
10
Aruna
Oct 17, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff very helpful changing our room from an upstairs room to a ground floor room to accommodate my wife’s elderly parents. Rooms were excellent and breakfast was very good. Thank you
Staff very helpful changing our room from an upstairs room to a ground floor room to accommodate my wife’s elderly parents. Rooms were excellent and breakfast was very good. Thank you
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Location
Superb beachfront position in Sennen Cove with sweeping views, close to the South West Coast Path and handy for the Minack Theatre. Sunset and beach proximity are consistent highlights.
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Peter
Oct 20, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location across the road from Sennen Cove. Bedroom, food and service all good
Excellent location across the road from Sennen Cove. Bedroom, food and service all good
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Brian
Nov 1, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel with a fantastic location , rooms very comfortable and clean . Excellent value for money . One side note is please allow an extra £9 per day parking fee as hotel does not have parking and you have to use beach car park opposite.
Lovely hotel with a fantastic location , rooms very comfortable and clean . Excellent value for money . One side note is please allow an extra £9 per day parking fee as hotel does not have parking and you have to use beach car park opposite.
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Sunneva
Feb 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
10/10 stay. Beautiful room, stunning views, delicious food, friendly staff. February was a perfect off-season stay. Access to south west coast path with a 6mile return walk to Nanjizal beach. Would love to stay again.
10/10 stay. Beautiful room, stunning views, delicious food, friendly staff. February was a perfect off-season stay. Access to south west coast path with a 6mile return walk to Nanjizal beach. Would love to stay again.
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Paul
Jun 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was clean and comfortable, well equipped and supplied. Location is amazing, right next to the beach. Perfect views Breakfast excellent, good quality and a huge choice. Best of all were the staff - all very welcoming and helpful, in a natural, non-corporate. Congrats to them all. Only downside was the room - number 15 - which has poor sound isolation from reception and bar. It has windows that are overlooked by the terrace so you have the noise and the lack of privacy following from that. I’ve given five stars because of the outstanding staff but I would only stay here again if I was sure to avoid that room.
Room was clean and comfortable, well equipped and supplied. Location is amazing, right next to the beach. Perfect views Breakfast excellent, good quality and a huge choice. Best of all were the staff - all very welcoming and helpful, in a natural, non-corporate. Congrats to them all. Only downside was the room - number 15 - which has poor sound isolation from reception and bar. It has windows that are overlooked by the terrace so you have the noise and the lack of privacy following from that. I’ve given five stars because of the outstanding staff but I would only stay here again if I was sure to avoid that room.
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Sedley
Jul 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location was absolutely stunning! Watched the sunset over the cove. Staff were welcoming and kind. The room was just lovely- so many thoughtful details. Highly recommend!!
The location was absolutely stunning! Watched the sunset over the cove. Staff were welcoming and kind. The room was just lovely- so many thoughtful details. Highly recommend!!
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Julie
Jul 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I went for my birthday & chose the hotel for the location, stunning views & closeness to the Minack theatre. Stunning location, right on the beach, the staff were very attentive and couldn't have done more and all in all made it a very special stay for my birthday.
I went for my birthday & chose the hotel for the location, stunning views & closeness to the Minack theatre. Stunning location, right on the beach, the staff were very attentive and couldn't have done more and all in all made it a very special stay for my birthday.
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Heather
Mar 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The location of the hotel is great with beautiful views of Sennen Beach and surrounding countryside. Great access to the coastal path as well. Staff was friendly and helpful. My room was clean, comfortable and cozy. My only issue was the noise in my room. I stayed in #15, which is directly behind the reception desk and I could hear guest interactions well into the evening and first thing in the morning. It was reasonably quiet from 10:30pm until 7:15am. It is an older property, so sound proofing is not so good, but the decor and amenities were very good.
The location of the hotel is great with beautiful views of Sennen Beach and surrounding countryside. Great access to the coastal path as well. Staff was friendly and helpful. My room was clean, comfortable and cozy. My only issue was the noise in my room. I stayed in #15, which is directly behind the reception desk and I could hear guest interactions well into the evening and first thing in the morning. It was reasonably quiet from 10:30pm until 7:15am. It is an older property, so sound proofing is not so good, but the decor and amenities were very good.
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Tony
Jun 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay, Amazing views. Room was perfect, staff are friendly, so close to the beach
Great place to stay, Amazing views. Room was perfect, staff are friendly, so close to the beach
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Karen
Jul 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic location and view from our room, really comfortable and welcoming. Great breakfast and added bonus of yoga class if we wanted to greet the day. Love to go back!
Fantastic location and view from our room, really comfortable and welcoming. Great breakfast and added bonus of yoga class if we wanted to greet the day. Love to go back!
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Paul
Feb 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a really welcoming hotel, staff were lovely, very helpful. We stayed in a luxury room literally overlooking the sea and view of the bay, which was wonderful. Parking is via a car park just across the road from the hotel. The cooked food and pastries at breakfast were very good. The bar also had a good vibe and also serves food in addition to the restaurant. Would stay again.
This was a really welcoming hotel, staff were lovely, very helpful. We stayed in a luxury room literally overlooking the sea and view of the bay, which was wonderful. Parking is via a car park just across the road from the hotel. The cooked food and pastries at breakfast were very good. The bar also had a good vibe and also serves food in addition to the restaurant. Would stay again.
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Dining
Breakfast and pub meals receive strong praise for quality and taste. There are occasional criticisms, but the general dining experience is positive.
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Michael
Jun 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great room, great view, food was excellent and clear water at the beach
Great room, great view, food was excellent and clear water at the beach
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Peter
Oct 20, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location across the road from Sennen Cove. Bedroom, food and service all good
Excellent location across the road from Sennen Cove. Bedroom, food and service all good
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Stephen
Sep 25, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent choice. Great location and our room (11) what a great view. bar was fantastic atmosphere and good selection of beers and wines. Restaurant was excellent nice selection of meals at a reasonable price.
Excellent choice. Great location and our room (11) what a great view. bar was fantastic atmosphere and good selection of beers and wines. Restaurant was excellent nice selection of meals at a reasonable price.
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JAMES
Dec 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
One night stay, late arrival early checkout. Great place, nice cozy pub downstairs - had tagliatelle which was good. Room comfy, warm, great, lovely bed. Nice toiletries, amenities. Left too early for breakfast but knew it would've been good just from the feel of the place. Decided to check out early doors, visit some places for work then come back at 9am for the breakfast (included). Correct decision, it was amazing. Nothing against the normal run of the mill chain pubs I tend to stay in when on the road so much, but this was refreshing and welcome change. Just a shame I my stay was so short...
One night stay, late arrival early checkout. Great place, nice cozy pub downstairs - had tagliatelle which was good. Room comfy, warm, great, lovely bed. Nice toiletries, amenities. Left too early for breakfast but knew it would've been good just from the feel of the place. Decided to check out early doors, visit some places for work then come back at 9am for the breakfast (included). Correct decision, it was amazing. Nothing against the normal run of the mill chain pubs I tend to stay in when on the road so much, but this was refreshing and welcome change. Just a shame I my stay was so short...
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Christine
Nov 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean and a really lovely room, luxurious with bathrobes. The fridge with drinks and snacks to buy was a nice touch, as were the two complimentary cans of Korev. Great shower room. Fantastic view. Couldnt ask for more. The staff are very welcoming, attentive and helpful. We enjoyed our evening meal and breakfast which has a great choice.
Very clean and a really lovely room, luxurious with bathrobes. The fridge with drinks and snacks to buy was a nice touch, as were the two complimentary cans of Korev. Great shower room. Fantastic view. Couldnt ask for more. The staff are very welcoming, attentive and helpful. We enjoyed our evening meal and breakfast which has a great choice.
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Helen
Nov 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Truly excellent overnight stay. Great pub and superb room, beautifully appointed with everything you need. Staff were lovely and welcoming. Amazing cooked breakfast in the morning as well. Absolutely nothing to find fault with.
Truly excellent overnight stay. Great pub and superb room, beautifully appointed with everything you need. Staff were lovely and welcoming. Amazing cooked breakfast in the morning as well. Absolutely nothing to find fault with.
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Nikki
Apr 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We were able to check in early which was a nice touch, as were the complementary drinks and snacks. We ate outside in the afternoon and the burger was delicious. The bed was a bit on the soft side for my liking but I had a wonderful night’s sleep. Breakfast was lovely, but it is cooked to order so factor that into your timing. All in all a wonderful stay, will definitely be back
We were able to check in early which was a nice touch, as were the complementary drinks and snacks. We ate outside in the afternoon and the burger was delicious. The bed was a bit on the soft side for my liking but I had a wonderful night’s sleep. Breakfast was lovely, but it is cooked to order so factor that into your timing. All in all a wonderful stay, will definitely be back
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gail
Jun 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was nice until you looked. Bed mattress stained, though was covered with mattress protector. Lot of places hadn’t been dusted . Cobwebs around windows. Coffee machine, kettle and fridge only had 2 socket, so had to pull fridge out and swop plugs when wanting tea or hot chocolate. Breakfast was very well done, asked to change and brought same dish back. Waitress even said chef said send it back to customer. Very busy but no excuse. Informed person on reception that said they’d put breakfast back on our card but that wasn’t the point ! Was so looking forward to a night away. Very very disappointing
The room was nice until you looked. Bed mattress stained, though was covered with mattress protector. Lot of places hadn’t been dusted . Cobwebs around windows. Coffee machine, kettle and fridge only had 2 socket, so had to pull fridge out and swop plugs when wanting tea or hot chocolate. Breakfast was very well done, asked to change and brought same dish back. Waitress even said chef said send it back to customer. Very busy but no excuse. Informed person on reception that said they’d put breakfast back on our card but that wasn’t the point ! Was so looking forward to a night away. Very very disappointing
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Toby
Jun 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Had a lovely stay at The Old Success Inn. We booked a room with sea view and were not disappointed. The breakfast was really good and kept us going well into the day. We ate in the restaurant one evening and the food was really good. Only issue was the bathroom fan was really loud, however forgot to tell them this when checking out, so hopefully they will read this review. Overall thought the stay was great.
Had a lovely stay at The Old Success Inn. We booked a room with sea view and were not disappointed. The breakfast was really good and kept us going well into the day. We ate in the restaurant one evening and the food was really good. Only issue was the bathroom fan was really loud, however forgot to tell them this when checking out, so hopefully they will read this review. Overall thought the stay was great.
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Karen
Jul 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic location and view from our room, really comfortable and welcoming. Great breakfast and added bonus of yoga class if we wanted to greet the day. Love to go back!
Fantastic location and view from our room, really comfortable and welcoming. Great breakfast and added bonus of yoga class if we wanted to greet the day. Love to go back!
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MARIE
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
No doubt this is in a beautiful location. Unfortunately we had a poor check in experience: first we were told our room wasn't ready on time and to wait; after a few minutes we were told it was in fact ready but that we hadn't paid (we had) - this took 30 minutes to check in and sort out - causing stress and with little care from staff. The room was okay, if a little run down. However, there were lovely touches including provided beach bags and towels and free beers, coffee and biscuits. We had lovely breakfast and roast dinner. The Sunday morning team were particularly great. The main issue was noise. Our room was on the edge of the outside bar - no mention of potential noise on the website, booking details, or in the hotel. And it was noisy. After a long journey, we were in the hotel room by 10pm on the Sunday, only to have loud, drunken behaviour right outside our room to the point where you could not have a conversation. We would have tried to drown out the noise with a film, but the Internet and TV signals were so poor, we only had BBC1 or 2 available. Thankfully, Monday as we stayed away till 11pm. It's a shame. There were some lovely moments. However, on the whole, we found the stay quite stressful, and not what we wanted for a rare trip away.
No doubt this is in a beautiful location. Unfortunately we had a poor check in experience: first we were told our room wasn't ready on time and to wait; after a few minutes we were told it was in fact ready but that we hadn't paid (we had) - this took 30 minutes to check in and sort out - causing stress and with little care from staff. The room was okay, if a little run down. However, there were lovely touches including provided beach bags and towels and free beers, coffee and biscuits. We had lovely breakfast and roast dinner. The Sunday morning team were particularly great. The main issue was noise. Our room was on the edge of the outside bar - no mention of potential noise on the website, booking details, or in the hotel. And it was noisy. After a long journey, we were in the hotel room by 10pm on the Sunday, only to have loud, drunken behaviour right outside our room to the point where you could not have a conversation. We would have tried to drown out the noise with a film, but the Internet and TV signals were so poor, we only had BBC1 or 2 available. Thankfully, Monday as we stayed away till 11pm. It's a shame. There were some lovely moments. However, on the whole, we found the stay quite stressful, and not what we wanted for a rare trip away.
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Debbie
Jul 20, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
All of the above was excellent have no complaints. Lots of of nice touches, bag of beach towels provided, drinks and snacks we had an enjoyable stay
All of the above was excellent have no complaints. Lots of of nice touches, bag of beach towels provided, drinks and snacks we had an enjoyable stay
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Kahori
Jul 17, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel was more than I expected in many ways. They said they had renovated in the past 10 years and congratulations they did so well! I don’t know how it was before and our room was in the annex building so all I can tell is what I experienced in 3days. Food was very good morning and evening ( not half board) , staff was very nice from checkin till out. And a super beautiful location overlooking the ocean . This place is not like other pretty attractive fisher villages ( of course I live these, too) but all you have is ocean. I’d love to go back there again.
This hotel was more than I expected in many ways. They said they had renovated in the past 10 years and congratulations they did so well! I don’t know how it was before and our room was in the annex building so all I can tell is what I experienced in 3days. Food was very good morning and evening ( not half board) , staff was very nice from checkin till out. And a super beautiful location overlooking the ocean . This place is not like other pretty attractive fisher villages ( of course I live these, too) but all you have is ocean. I’d love to go back there again.
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Catherine
Jun 18, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
A lovely place to stay. If you want to stay in the main, older part of the hotel, ring them directly, don't book on booking sites.
A lovely place to stay. If you want to stay in the main, older part of the hotel, ring them directly, don't book on booking sites.
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Dorothy
Jun 10, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
What a find! Very thoughtful and personable staff who can’t do enough for you. Great location, fantastic views and great food. Will be back. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
What a find! Very thoughtful and personable staff who can’t do enough for you. Great location, fantastic views and great food. Will be back. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
FAQs about The Old Success Inn
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 22:00, and check-out is at 10:30. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located on the beach, just steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Sennen Surfing Centre. It is 0.1 mi from Sennen Cove Beach and 0.7 mi from Maen Castle.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of GBP 15.00 per day. Advance request or confirmation may be required.
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- 2026-09-26: 277.29727534484863USD
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This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 5 per stay
- Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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