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Dolphins Backpackers

1.0 star property
Hostel in Tintagel

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Dolphins Backpackers provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Tintagel is home to Dolphins Backpackers. Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and St Nectan's Glen reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pengenna Pasties and Cornish Coast Day Adventures. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, water skiing and parasailing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Tintagel travel guide
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Dolphins Fore Street, Tintagel, England, PL34 0DB

What's nearby

  • National Trust - Lizard Point and Kynance Cove, Lizard, Storbritannien
    Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cornwall showing heritage elements
    Tintagel Old Post Office
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Low tide you can enter the cave
    Merlins Cave
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Old door of Tintagel Castle leading to some very steep steps. A little easier on the way down.
    Tintagel Castle
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • King Arthur's Great Halls
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles

Getting around

  • Bodmin Parkway Station
    32 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    54 min drive

Restaurants

  • King Arthur's Arms
    2 min walk
  • The Cornish Bakery
    4 min walk
  • Angelique's Tea Room
    14 min drive
  • Cobweb Inn
    9 min drive
  • Pengenna Pasties
    4 min walk

About this property

Dolphins Backpackers

Hostel near the bay
Dolphins Backpackers provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Luggage storage, coffee/tea in the lobby, and water sports equipment
Room features
All guestrooms at Dolphins Backpackers offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • LED light bulbs and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1875
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

More

  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Dolphins Backpackers Tintagel
Dolphins Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Dolphins Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Tintagel

Frequently asked questions

Is Dolphins Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Dolphins Backpackers doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Dolphins Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Dolphins Backpackers?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dolphins Backpackers located?

Situated in Tintagel, this hostel is steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, King Arthur's Great Halls, and Tintagel Old Post Office. Tintagel Methodist Church and Tintagel Visitors Centre are just steps away.

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Reviews

Dolphins Backpackers Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.0

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jingyi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There is a friendly and welcoming atmosphere in hostel, with residents who are easy to connect with. The facilities are well-equipped and clean, making it a great place to stay. Perfect for solo travelers!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good time with Dolphin crew

Fun, independent spot. Staff is a friendly group willing and able to offer tips and advice on how to make the most of your time in Cornwall. The beds were very comfortable and showers have good water pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025