An exciting food scene has been emerging in Penzance and the nearby village of Newlyn over the last few years. Our very own patch of west Cornwall is serving up some of the county’s best dishes and there are a wealth of places to choose from. We’ve hunted down the best restaurants in Penzance to experience the heights of Cornish cuisine. The best restaurants in Penzance to...
If you are looking for the best day trips to the Isles of Scilly but aren’t sure how to get there, we’ve got just the guide for you. A beautiful clutch of islands off the coast of Cornwall, these gorgeous islands are famous for their incredible aesthetics, decorated with subtropical plants and hemmed by white sand beaches. Needless to say, if you’ve never been before, you’ll...
Set on the shores of the gorgeous sweep of Mount’s Bay, Penzance is a simply stunning place to stay. Beautiful beaches, cracking coast paths, unique attractions and intriguing history all combine to ensure there’s a wealth of reasons to take your holidays in Penzance. Here are a few of our favourites. Fantastic places to visit Jubilee Pool Penzance’s bewitching, open-air Jubilee...
From health experts, Instagram videos, TV shows, and more, you’ve probably heard about the growing phenomenon of cold water swimming. Its rapid increase in popularity isn’t something to get cold feet about, there are scientifically proven benefits to bracing the cold. Whether it’s improving your physical or mental health, we’re convinced there’s a cold water benefit that...
The coast draws us. Broad sea views reset minds. Surging waves soothe. Family days on the beach bring joy. And the produce from the sea, and the history behind it, also has huge appeal. So time to tantalise your tastebuds with the story of seafood in Penzance and Newlyn’s fishing heritage - all with our tips on the best local spots to eat seafood today. Is there a long tradition of...
Perched on the Atlantic coast in the fishing village of Penzance, our hotel enjoys breath-taking views of sweeping sky and ever-changing seascapes. The sea is integral to life here. The cry of gulls and the salty tang of the air encircle our Edwardian townhouse. For those of us who fish the seas or cook the catch, the tides are our clocks. We wanted to bring this pure and elemental existence inside...
Gone are the days where solo travel was just for school-leavers and backpackers. A new wave is here: highly educated tourists, with established lives and credit scores, and a hankering for the freedom and relaxation of going solo. In recent times, the proportion of single-person households in the UK has climbed to an unprecedented 31%. But solo travel is not just for singles. It should come as little...
We love welcoming guests to Hotel Penzance from all over the UK and beyond. Many people choose to stay here to enjoy all of the wonderful attractions that Cornwall offers, and there is plenty to see and do during your stay in Penzance. Here are some of the best day trips we recommend to our guests. Visit the Scilly Isles One of the must-do trips during your time in Penzance is to take a boat trip...
Ah Hoy! Who were the Real Pirates of Penzance? When you hear about the Pirates of Penzance, no doubt, you’ll think of the comic opera by Gilbert and Sullivan “The Pirates of Penzance” that dates back to the 1870s when it was first shown in Broadway, New York. The video below gives us a glimpse into the musical- just to get us in the mood of the pirate’s life! ...
February month in Penzance is filled with beautiful clear days, cold but refreshing. What can you do whilst in Penzance? Well, you can go for long walks on the beaches, visit colourful gardens, galleries, museum’s or if you want to get active there are surf schools, boat trips, cliff top walking, and cycling. If you have an interest in history and heritage then you will love the historic houses...