Name: The Old Success Inn
Address: Sennen Cove, Sennen Cove, Cornwall, TR19 7DG
Price range: US$134+
Rating: 8.4

The Old Success Inn Sennen Cove Beach photo

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About the Hotel

Sennen Cove, Sennen Cove, TR19 7DG

Steps from Sennen Cove Beach

Perfect

9.1

9.2

/10

4.5

Loved by The Old Success Inn guests

Fantastic views

Cute staff

Spacious room

Delicious meals

Dog-friendly inn

"The departure of numerous paths that wind along the coast towards lands' end directly from the hotel make the stay even more special."

Massimo from Italy

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"I had told them it was a special trip & when we arrived & was taken to our room which was no 12 they had decorated it with rose petals, ballon's & had given us chocolates & bubbly!"

Michelle L from United Kingdom

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"We stayed in a luxury room literally overlooking the sea and view of the bay, which was wonderful."

Paul from United Kingdom

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4-Star Historic Inn Overlooking Sennen Cove Beach

Location & Setting

The Old Success Inn sits directly across from Sennen Cove Beach, one of Cornwall's most striking bays. The hotel is a 17th-century building with historic charm, offering dedicated parking for wheelchair-accessible rooms. Land's End and the Minack Theatre are both within easy reach.

Dining & Entertainment

The hotel has three restaurants and a bar serving locally sourced menus with fresh seafood and pub classics. Guests can enjoy award-winning St Austell Brewery ales alongside options for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets. Live entertainment and community events take place on weekends, while outdoor seating provides coastal views.

Rooms & Amenities

Each of the 15 rooms has a TV, tea and coffee facilities, and a hairdryer; selected rooms offer sea views. The hotel provides dog-friendly rooms with pet baskets and bowls. A guest lounge and outdoor furniture are available for relaxation.

Pet-Friendly Services

The hotel offers dog-friendly rooms and provides pet baskets and bowls. Dogs receive a goodie bag with treats and a ball upon arrival. A dog bed is placed in the room, and dog beer is available at the bar.

Accessibility & Practical Info

Wheelchair-accessible rooms include dedicated parking. The hotel has a car park, and CCTV operates in common areas. Safety features include fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, and key access.

Highlights

Location: Directly across from Sennen Cove Beach

Dining: Three restaurants with local seafood and pub classics

Entertainment: Live music and weekend events

Pet-Friendly: Dog rooms, beds, and goodie bags

Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible rooms with dedicated parking

Must-do experiences

Visit the stunning cliffs at Land's End for breathtaking vistas.
Savor freshly caught seafood at the Sennen Cove Fish Bar.
Explore the ancient ruins of the nearby Kynance Cove.
Join a guided tour of the charming village of Mousehole.
Sample Cornish cream tea at the quaint café, The Hub.

Location: Perfect

9.8/10Review score

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Highlights from guests

DiningBreakfast Choice!

Breakfast offers many choices, including vegan options. The full English is freshly cooked, hot, and served on a hot plate.

Charlie from England

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Guest ParkingBeach access

The location allows quick access to a surf beach. A public car park is nearby. You can easily walk to the beach.

Kenji from Japan

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Room FeaturesAmazing Views!

The modern bedrooms are decorated well. The bay view is amazing. Coast view rooms are large and well furnished.

Isabelle from France

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BathroomSpotless!

Bathrooms are spotless. Some include double-sized showers and towel radiators. Fresh milk is provided daily.

Hans from Germany

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Choose from standard rooms, family suites, or deluxe options — with breakfast and flexible rates

Suite Sea View
2 persons
18 m²
1 King-size bed
Bathtub
Heating
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King Room
2 persons
15 m²
2 Single beds
Heating
Coffee machine
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Double or Twin Room Disability Access
2 persons
15 m²
2 Single beds / 1 King-size bed
Heating
Coffee machine
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Hotel facilities and services

Each hotel provides modern amenities for a relaxing and pleasant stay

Facilities: Perfect

9.2/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Services

Pet amenities available
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Children

Board games
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Sun terrace
Garden area

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Dining Onsite

The Old Success Inn offers delightful onsite dining that embraces traditional British flavors in a family-friendly atmosphere. With an enviable outdoor space and stunning sea views, guests can indulge in a selection of locally sourced dishes, including vegetarian and vegan options, throughout the day.

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Restaurant #1

British, Local

Ambiance

Family friendly, Traditional

Key Offerings

A choice of three meats accompanied by generous servings of gravy, as well as delicious vegan and vegetarian options. The restaurant's stunning outdoor space invites guests to enjoy meals against breathtaking sea views.

Reservation

Not needed

Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner from 12:00 - 14:30 and 17:00 - 21:00 daily.

The Old Success Inn Location

Sennen Cove, Sennen Cove, TR19 7DG

Map view

City landmarks

Landmark

Land's End Landmark Attraction

2.23 km

Landmark

The Relentless Sea

2.22 km

Beach

Gwenver Beach

1.79 km

Landmark

Long Rock Beach

2.39 km

Theatre

Minack Theatre

5.33 km

Landmark

Chapel Carn Brea

3.63 km

Museum

Telegraph Museum Porthcurno

4.71 km

Landmark

Ballowall Barrow

4.95 km

Park

Porthcurno Sculpture Gardens

4.64 km

Beach

Porthgwarra Beach

4.93 km

Church

St Just-in-Penwith Parish Church

5.42 km

Landmark

Carn Euny Ancient Village

5.44 km

Gallery

Jackson Foundation

5.48 km

Landmark

Cape Cornwall

6.17 km

Landmark

Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps

7 km

Museum

The Count House

6.99 km

Nearby

Gallery

Roundhouse and Capstan Gallery

300 m

Restaurants

Surf Beach Bar

200 m

Sennen Cove

Explore Sennen Cove

Local Highlights

Gwenver Beach

20 minutes' walk

Gwenver Beach features stunning cliffs and golden sands. Ideal for sunbathing and surfing, it offers picturesque views.

Land's End Landmark Attraction

25 minutes' walk

Land's End is famous for its dramatic coastal scenery and visitor center, offering activities and spectacular ocean views.

Porthcurno Sculpture Gardens

9-minute drive

A serene escape with outdoor sculptures set within lush gardens, perfect for leisurely strolls. Admission is free.

The Minack Theatre

11-minute drive

This unique open-air theatre perched on cliffs hosts drama and music performances with amazing sea views.

Surfing at Gwenver Beach

20 minutes' walk

Surfing is available along the stunning shores. Rental services provide equipment and lessons for all skill levels.

Hiking at Chapel Carn Brea

40-minute walk

Chapel Carn Brea offers hiking trails with historical and geological interest. Ideal for fitness enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Surf Beach Bar

3 minutes' walk

Surf Beach Bar serves fresh local seafood with stunning ocean views. A casual vibe with outdoor seating for relaxation.

The Old Success Inn

0 minutes' walk

The hotel's own restaurant features classic British dishes with a local twist, serving fresh ingredients in a cozy setting.

The Minack Theatre

11-minute drive

The Minack Theatre often features live performances under the stars, creating a unique cultural experience near the coast.

Sennen Cove Beach Bar

5 minutes' walk

This beach bar hosts live music events and offers a laid-back atmosphere for all ages, perfect for a lively evening.

Getting around the city

City Centre
Sennen Cove 2 min · 100 m
Airports
Land's End (LEQ) 8 min · 4.9 km
Penzance (PZE) 25 min · 16.3 km

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-22:00

Check-out

from 08:00-10:00

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP 15.0 per person.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Guest ratings and detailed reviews

Feedback about The Old Success Inn from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

The Old Success Inn enjoys a fantastic location right on Sennen Cove, offering amazing views, particularly of the beach, and easy access for walks. Guests often appreciate the well-furnished, modern rooms and some have found the older building to be full of charm. The rooms are equipped with thoughtful touches like a well-stocked mini-fridge, refreshments tray, and sometimes even complimentary beers. While the restaurant and pub on site are generally a hit, a few guests have occasionally noted noise issues.

Review score

Based on 6 verified reviews

8.4 /10

Great

100%

Recommend

Location

9.8/10

Staff

9.5/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.6/10

Value for money

8.6/10

Pros

Sea view

Friendly staff

Good food

Coastal paths

Modern room

Cons

Disorganized management

Noisy bar

sophie from france

Single

double room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: February 17, 2026

6/10

dusty surfaces late night noise

the staff was cute and the breakfast included good choices.

The room was not properly cleaned. There was dust on surfaces. also, the noise from the bar downstairs persisted until late at night. this made it difficult to sleep before 10 pm.

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Eva from Spain

Couple

Superior Double Room

2 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 23, 2025

9/10

Excellent Stay with Fine Views

double aspect high standard fantastic staff beach towels

The room had double aspect sea views which I found great. The bed was large. The room was appointed to a high standard. The dining in the restaurant was superb, and the staff were fantastic. I also appreciated that the room included beach towels.

The check-in felt slightly reserved. I felt more like a nuisance than a welcome guest.

Facilities

9/10

The hotel provides beach towels . This is super helpful due to the hotel location near the beach. There is also a superb restaurant on site, with a wide selection of tasty meals and drinks.

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Sawyer from United States

Single

Standard Double Room

4 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 01, 2025

10/10

Fantastic Experience by the Sea!!!

beach towels vegan breakfast

The room included beach towels. It was so thoughtful. The location was a convenient walk to Land's End, about 30 minutes. The staff provided soya milk, remembering I was vegan. It was an AMAZING welcome!!!

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Benjamin from Germany

Couple

Double Room

2 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: November 22, 2025

9.5/10

lovely coastal stay

birthday surprises beach view efficient air conditioning

i enjoyed the complimentary birthday surprises in my room it included balloons and a bottle of bubbly. the room overlooked the beach it provided a calming atmosphere. i appreciated the air conditioning especially with the hot weather it kept the room comfortable. the location was great for walking to land's end the cliffside walk was scenic.

Facilities

9/10

the breakfast included many choices that were prepared well with large portions and tasty options. the hotel had easy access to the coastal bus giving convenient transportation to nearby attractions. i observed staff greeted guests with smiles consistently.

Rooms

9/10

the room included robes as well as beach towels for guest use i found this helpful. the provided shower gel shampoo and hairdryer made packing more convenient. there were several treats and coffee options available in my room too.

Location

10/10

the hotel's location allowed listening to the waves i found this to be relaxing. the hotel is located near bus stops making local transport accessible. the proximity to the beach created opportunities to go for scenic walks.

Service

10/10

the staff provided a dog welcome hamper adding a personal touch. they were highly attentive and friendly making for a cute stay. the reception staff are very cute and always look to help the guests anyway they can.

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Riley from United States

Couple

Double Room

3 nights in June 2026

Reviewed: September 14, 2025

7/10

coffee machine fresh milk strong wifi noisy courtyard distant car park full car park

The room had a coffee machine I found that very convenient. There was fresh milk in the fridge and that was a nice touch. The WiFi signal was strong so I could easily browse.

The room faced the courtyard and it was noisy. I could hear conversations from the pub until late at night. The car park was a ten minute walk away it was often full.

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Jennifer from United Kingdom

Couple

Double Room

3 nights in August 2026

Reviewed: August 28, 2025

9/10

modern furnishings extra dressing gowns friendly staff

the room had modern furnishings and it was clean. i noticed extra dressing gowns were available (a nice touch). i also appreciated that the staff was very friendly and helpful .

the hotel has no on-site parking, so i had to use the public lot across the road.

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