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Great location for our son’s graduation

Stayed in July 2025

I didn’t like the fact it only had pegs to hold your clothes on- no wardrobe but I also appreciate there was no room for one. I disliked the curtains as you couldn’t pull them properly and they were frayed.

I liked all the little things about the room like the lights in the floor lighting up the bathroom. I also loved the food. It was a very quiet location. The woman that owned it had tried out each room which I liked and was also exceptionally nice.

Stayed in July 2025

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The staff were marvellous. Flow and Adelle were super great, helpful and accomodating. The location and back garden were very nice. It was near the bus station and a walk from the train station.

Stayed in July 2025

Great breakfast, lovely location. Good bar with nice beers.

Stayed in June 2025

The room itself was really nice, it was comfortable, had it's own little bathroom and a little window to let the air in. Despite the heat over the 3 days, it stayed pretty consistently cool even at night, and it was pretty quiet in there, although I did return late each night so I didn't often hear the bar when it was open. The breakfast was really good, I got something different each day and all of them were really good, the Full English was a great way to start the day, the pancakes were absolutely perfect, and the yogurt and granola came with fresh berries which was a lovely addition, it's great to know where the food comes from. There were other options, a vegetarian full english, a smaller breakfast option and I believe a couple of others which I don't remember, all with a tea or coffee to start the day (I can't comment on the coffee, but it was a really good tea). The owner was really nice and accommodating, as was the staff member who checked me in, and the location is Wonderful, its a nice little walk down from the train station and there are regular buses to both Falmouth and Truro from just down the road. All in all, my stay here was fantastic, I would highly recommend it and if I find myself looking for somewhere to stay in this area of the country again I'll be sure to come to the thirsty scholar again!

Stayed in May 2025

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Nice room. Good breakfast. Friendly staff.

Stayed in May 2025

Did exactly what it says on the tin!

Stayed in May 2025

Maybe a bit more light when eating breakfast but no big deal.

Very comfy bed. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Authentic building with floors a little uneven. Please don't change them! Yummy Sunday lunch and breakfast cooked to order.

Stayed in April 2025

Real treat! Superb hospitality. Patio with a view. Would come back. And not to be beaten- Cornish breakfast and black, hot coffee.

Stayed in April 2025

Breakfast was outstanding

Stayed in April 2025

The hosts were brilliant very friendly and very knowledgeable about the area and how to get about on the public transport.

The location for our trip was brilliant.

Stayed in March 2025

The host / landlady was absolutely amazing she went above and beyond and really made the stay special . The food there is absolutely amazing , my room and en-suite facilities exceeded my expectations. Breakfasts are gold star level they are WOW. It's also a lovely place to stay in for a meal and have a drink in the evening if not wanting to venture out . Great music playlist on in background. If I ever go back to Penrhyn this is my first choice to stay.

Stayed in March 2025

Breakfast was amazing , room was lovely and clean and hosts were very welcoming

Stayed in March 2025

The breakfast was lovely and filling. Plenty of choice on the menu.

Stayed in February 2025

Warm friendly staff, comfortable room and fantastic breakfast, what's not to like?

Stayed in March 2025

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Perfect location. The facilities were perfect with bedroom of a very high standard. The atmosphere created by the owners and staff was exceptional. Food was of a very high standard with breakfast and evening meal hugely satisfying and tasty. We can’t recommend this establishment highly enough We will be returning.

Stayed in March 2025

Loved the food and that it was in a good location for visiting family.

Stayed in March 2025

For the price of the accommodation ,the stay was great value for money

Breakfast was excellent the staff were very helpful and accommodating. ,Parking was difficult as there were major roadworks taking place outside.

Stayed in February 2025

I could not say anything! Really enjoyed myself

The staff and the cosy atmosphere. Just felt like part of the community and family feel

Stayed in February 2025

Friendly atmosphere in the middle of Penryn. Lovely woodburner and board games. Perfect for a winter's evening.

Stayed in February 2025

Cant think of anything

Very comfortable room and excellent bed.Great bed sidelights which werent too bright. Delightful owner who made really good breakfasts. Facinating history to the inn.

Stayed in December 2024

The door to the ensuite didn't fully close.

Room was lovely and spacious. Breakfast was very tasty! Staff were very friendly.

Stayed in December 2024

As it was an exceptionally windy night the sash windows rattled noisily all night , which disturbed sleep but I don’t think this could be helped.

We were really pleased to stay at the Thirsty Scholar as it was a lovely with history and not far from where we were going for a party . Adele was very welcoming as were the other staff. It was lovely and warm in the bedroom and nice light duvet and nice and clean and the room had all the basics that you need for a stay. Shower lovely and hot. Lovely. You could see every effort had been made to try and make it nice for guests. Breakfast was amazing - all fresh local food, could taste the difference and it was much appreciated. Nice not to be served the cheapest of ingredients - a first for us.

Stayed in November 2024

Lovely hosts, friendly & helpful. Tasty breakfast 😋

Stayed in November 2024