The Pityme Inn

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about The Pityme Inn? I was expecting another standard countryside hotel, but this place on Rock Road actually has some character to it. It’s tucked away in St. Minver – honestly, if you don’t know the area around Wadebridge, you might drive right past it at first. But that’s sort of the charm, I suppose. The 4-star rating isn’t just marketing fluff either; they’ve clearly put thought into the details without going overboard with fancy nonsense.

The thing is, once you’re settled in, you realize why this spot works so well. You’re basically fifteen minutes from Padstow (and trust me, that matters when you want proper Cornish seafood), but you’re not dealing with the tourist chaos that comes with staying right in town. Rock Beach is practically on your doorstep – I mean, it’s a short walk down winding lanes that feel properly Cornish, not like some sanitized holiday park setup. The rooms themselves are comfortable without trying too hard to be boutique-y, if that makes sense. Good beds, decent bathrooms, and they’ve managed to keep things quiet even when the place is full. Parking’s straightforward too, which anyone who’s tried to navigate Cornish village streets with a rental car will appreciate.

What really sold me on the place was talking to the staff – they actually know the area and can point you toward things like the best tide times for Rock Beach or which footpaths to take if you want to walk to Daymer Bay without getting lost. The breakfast is solid (proper local stuff, not just generic hotel fare), and honestly, at an 8.3 rating, they’re doing something right. It’s not trying to be the fanciest place in Cornwall, but it gets the fundamentals spot-on. If you’re planning to explore the Camel Estuary area or use it as a base for the coastal path, this works brilliantly. Just don’t expect nightlife on your doorstep – this is more about waking up refreshed and heading out to explore some of the best bits of North Cornwall.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $186. Deluxe Double Room with Shower with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Lee from United Kingdom – 14 June 2025 (8/10)

  Lovely big clean room
  
  What could be improved: Car Park right outside window..a little noisy

• Davies from United Kingdom – 9 June 2025 (9/10)

  Everything was wonderful, room was ready and very comfy. We ate in the pub both nights because it was very good with a great welcome. Wonderful location because we were only in Cornwall for two nights.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing…all good. Thank you for a lovely stay.

• Jamie from United Kingdom – 17 May 2025 (9/10)

  The room was clean, comfortable and the facilities were good, ie air con, iron and ironing board, kettle and tea and coffee etc.
  The staff were very friendly.
  
  What could be improved: I have no complaints as we were very happy with our stay and are thinking of coming back next year.

• Arron from United Kingdom – 18 April 2025 (9/10)

  Very clean and tidy, great location. Food was really good.

• Arcadi from Spain – 13 April 2025 (8/10)

  Rooms very nice and well equipped.
  
  What could be improved: Zumming coming from the bathroom vent, almost unnoticeable until night time.

• Geoff from United Kingdom – 5 April 2025 (9/10)

  Great breakfast and good location

• Kevin from United Kingdom – 2 March 2025 (8/10)

  Staff friendly and very efficient. Food and drink good. Room very comfortable.
  
  What could be improved: 9:00 am start for breakfast too late. No milk in room.

• Chris from United Kingdom – 19 February 2025 (9/10)

  The Pityme is in a great location to start walks on the south west coast paths. The pub was handy to have meals in as well. The rooms were well equipped with everything including fresh milk given to us on arrival, with a small fridge to keep it in. There's also an iron and a hairdryer in the spacious wardrobe. Hosts were very welcoming and knew that we'd stayed there before.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing.

• Cathy from United Kingdom – 14 January 2025 (8/10)

  Friendly helpful staff. Delicious roast dinner. Rooms are modern with large bathroom. Very clean.

• Susan from United Kingdom – 5 January 2025 (9/10)

  Delicious dinner
  
  What could be improved: Having to pay for breakfast

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