I stayed here twice recently. The first time, I was in a dorm which wasn't fully occupied, so slept ok. On my return, I arrived late, and had a bed in a full 6 bed dorm. I've stayed in other backpackers where the beds are made up, but here I had to make up my own, which meant I disturbed... More

We stayed here for two nights as part of a group. The staff are very friendly and helpful and tolerated us running a bit late on departure with good humour. We had the buffet cooked breakfast one morning which was good and we self catered the next morning. All the facilities were good and you can tell it has all... More

Just returned from a walking week in Cornwall, and stayed at YHA Penzance for 3 nights. This is 5* on every level and it was a truly positive experience. The staff were great, Paul the manager is brilliant, so helpful, and he made every effort to make our stay such a good one. He upgraded us at no extra cost... More

We stayed at 4 youth hostels during our visit to Cornwall and despite it being very well renovated, I was least impressed by Penzance. Obviously it depends on what you go looking for, but this is quite far our of the city which made getting in and out a bit difficult and as the nearest pub had closed, there wasn't... More

It seems strange to say you are staying in a "youth hostel mansion" but that's what it is. It is such an impressive house and a lovely place to stay.The position of the hostel is on the outskirts of Penzance so is a fair walk from the centre. We took a local bus for most of the way and walked... More

Firstly, if you are driving here, please DO NOT rely on directions from Google maps - read the email from the hostel carefully! (We didn't and ended up wandering around in the dark. Totally our own fault). Secondly, the best part about this place is the staff - both checking in and checking out was a delight, as the staff... More

Stayed at a quiet time in Jan but made to feel very welcome, ate some nice food, drank some nice local beer and relaxed. Thanks to the team for a great stay in this refurbished YHA which has a lovely modern feel. Recommended.

Impressive entrance, staircases and stone floors on the lower level. Excellent communal facilities. We had an enjoyable evening meal as well as the splendid breakfast in the restaurant. Staff were all friendly and efficient. Bunks were the most modern I have experienced in a hostel. Toilets and showers modern. High standards of housekeeping.

Stayed there 28 December 2012 - 1 Jan 2013. Be careful if you rely on the sat nav - the postcode is right but the road is not for cars. There is another road that takes your car straight to reception - this is the one that heads out of town to Newlyn and / or Mousehole, use this one.... More