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The Old Custom House

4.0 star property
Inn in Padstow with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Coffee shop
Superior Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property entrance
The Old Custom House by the ocean offers an upscale yet welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy fresh seafood at the restaurant, drinks at the bar, or coffee at the on-site cafe. The helpful staff ensures smoke-free premises for a truly restorative seaside stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Desk
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Desk
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Padstow, The Old Custom House is near the beach. Tintagel Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Watergate Bay Beach and Fistral Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Mount Wise Stadium, or consider a night out at King Arthur's Great Halls.
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Map
South Quay, Padstow, England, PL28 8BL

What's nearby

  • Padstow Harbour - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Trevone Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Harlyn Bay Beach - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Harbour Cove Beach - 12 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Polzeath Beach - 14 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • St Columb Road Station - 17 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mariners - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cherry Trees Coffee House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Seafood Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Greens Of Padstow - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Rojano - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Old Custom House

Upscale inn by the sea
Take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, a hair salon, and a bar at The Old Custom House. The on-site seafood restaurant, The Old Custom House, offers lunch and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Old Custom House have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 8.80 per night)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Old Custom House

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Christmas Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 8.80 per night (499 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Old Custom House Inn Padstow
Old Custom House Inn
Old Custom House Padstow
Old Custom House
The Old Custom House Inn
The Old Custom House Padstow
The Old Custom House Inn Padstow

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Custom House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at The Old Custom House?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Custom House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Old Custom House located?

Situated by the sea, this inn is steps from Padstow Harbour and Padstow Museum. Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and National Lobster Hatchery are also within 5 minutes.

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