We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The Tripadvisor website may not display properly.We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.
Payments made by partners impact the order of prices displayed. Room types may vary.
The listings of booking offers for each property take into account the compensation paid to us by our partners. Prices shown may be for varying room types. Prices displayed are the lowest available, corresponding to the least expensive room type available, as provided from our partners as of the time of the user’s search.

The Lynwood Guest House

avatar-imageavatar-image
Traveller (4)
Room & Suite (12)
Dining (9)

View prices for your travel dates

Contact accommodation for availability.
There are similar hotels available.
View all

About

#17 of 23 guest houses in Penzance
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Value
6 bedroom Guesthouse. All prices include an English cooked breakfast or continental. All rooms en suite (shower) WI FI connection in bedrooms. Bedrooms located on first and second floors, access to them by stairs. All rooms have tea and coffee making facility, hairdryer, flat screen tv, complimentary toiletries and towels. A family home from home feel to relax and enjoy your stay. The Lynwood is a strictly non smoking Guesthouse. Please note: we are not a Hotel and do not have 24 hrs reception. No cigarettes or vaping cigarettes allowed in the house. We are 3 minutes from the promenade and sea and approx. 10 mins walk into Penzance town. We are an adult only Guesthouse we only accept guests 18yrs or over. Anyone under the age of 18 yrs will not be accepted.
Read more
Suggest edits to improve what we show.Improve this listing
Property amenities
Street parking
Free breakfast
Bicycle rental
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Room features
Housekeeping
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Good to know
HOTEL STYLE
Charming
42Reviews0Q+A6Room tips

Reviews
We perform checks on reviews.
Tripadvisor’s approach to reviews
Before posting, each Tripadvisor review goes through an automated tracking system, which collects information, answering the following questions: how, what, where and when. If the system detects something that potentially contradicts our community guidelines, the review is not published.
When the system detects a problem, a review may be automatically rejected, sent to the reviewer for validation, or manually reviewed by our team of content specialists, who work 24/7 to maintain the quality of the reviews on our site.
Our team checks each review posted on the site disputed by our community as not meeting our community guidelines.
Learn more about our review moderation.

Traveller rating
  • 29
  • 8
  • 2
  • 2
  • 1
Time of year
Traveller type
Language
Selected filters
  • Filter
  • English
Sort by:
Most Recent
avatar-image
Matthew wrote a review Oct 2019
2 contributions
I would stay at the Lynwood again. My family and I received a very warm welcome. The rooms were immaculately clean and tidy - the sheets were whiter than white and perfectly pressed. The cooked breakfast was excellent. Plus Helen and Terry were very considerate and kind hosts. The lynwood provided a perfect base for us to welcome our daughter at land End as she finished her walk from John O'Groats. Matthew
Read more
Date of stay: October 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
Vicky&Nige wrote a review Apr 2019
Gloucestershire, United Kingdom3 contributions1 helpful vote
Terry greeted us with a very warm welcome & recommended places to visit & good restaurants. Our room was very clean & well presented & breakfast was fantastic. We would highly recommend & will definitely return. Nigel & Victoria.
Read more
Date of stay: April 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
1 Helpful vote
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
Regina B wrote a review Sept 2018
Vilnius, Lithuania26 contributions5 helpful votes
I booked single room and it was note that I shall have private shower. It was, constructed in the room, cabin in the room, which is 6.00 sq.m. 50 £ per night. Prison's camera.Also house has bed smell. Penzance not attractive.
Read more
Date of stay: September 2018
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
Response from Terry K, Owner at The Lynwood Guest House
Responded 16 Sept 2018
We do not usually respond to Trip Advisor reviews but in this case we will make an exception. This is our best selling room, sold out annually from March to end of October. It is a single occupancy room which includes a bed, shower and lavatory, hand basin, wardrobe, dressing table, mirror etc (see the room on Booking.com which shows clearly all facilities).Located to the rear of our house with views to gardens and distant sea view towards Newlyn and Mousehole. This lady stayed with us for five nights and arrived without apology at 11pm and the following morning attended breakfast disturbing other guests by not remaining at her table for more than two minutes at a time. This was the last time we had any communication with this guest up until the late evening of the night before her departure, to emphasise this, her breakfast table and breakfast was prepared each day only to find later that she had left for the day early without informing us. There is of course ample opportunity for guests to communicate their wishes at the reception desk (or knock our door as we live at the premises).. Daily the room she occupied which we found to be 'chaotic' each day was replenished and all facilities cleaned to the high standard we have set over the last ten years (as per our Booking.com cleanliness score of 9.7 and our overall review score is currently 9.2). As a point of clarification, the room measures 3.5m x 4m (14 sq metres) We presume the 'prison camera' is the mains electric point for the shower which is lit when on. (we tend to leave this point on as it is ceiling mounted). Also the comment 'house has bed smell' we presume the comment should read 'bad smell' this point is a puzzle to us as there is no smell and has not ever been brought to our attention by any guest staying prior to this reviewer or the two guests following. 'Penzance not attractive' what can you say other than to read thousands of positive, pleasurable reviews by guests who return annually to the delights of Penzance. It is reviews like this that make all the hours and hard work so worthwhile!!
Read more
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
avatar-image
Steffi A wrote a review Jul 2018
8 contributions11 helpful votes
We have just left the lynwood after a weeks long stay. The location is perfect, Penzance is a beautiful little town with plenty of pubs and restaurants/eateries to explore, with walkable access to mousehole and marazion. St Ives is a short drive or cheap train ride away also. The guesthouse itself was very clean and had excellent hosts in Terry and Helen. Breakfast every morning was cooked to perfection, with plenty of choice and we were always made to feel very welcome. Terry had an excellent knowledge of the local areas, always telling us insider tips to enhance whatever day trips we had planned. The bedrooms themselves were also very comfortable and spacious. All in all a great holiday made all the better by the guesthouse and its lovely owners
Read more
Date of stay: July 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
1 Helpful vote
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
keith h wrote a review Oct 2017
Chesham, United Kingdom1032 contributions475 helpful votes
We stayed here for 3 nights in a large room at the front of the house. The cleaning is carried out daily to a high standard, spotless bedding provided, super soft towels & plenty of bathroom extras in the shower/toilet room ( once again nice & clean ). The wall mounted fan heater was much appreciated. The biscuits & snack bars provided each day was a nice touch, as was a small jug of fresh milk. From our point of view the location was spot on- the road is quiet at night, near the bus stop for the route to Land's End & also the Penlee Art Gallery & Museum is in the same road as is an entrance to the luxuriant sub tropical Morrab Garden. I was a trifle apprehensive as to the parking situation but there seemed to be fairly regular spaces occurring & the traffic warden seems to be quite humane, unlike the more voracious specimens where we live. Absolutely excellent breakfast every morning, cooked to perfection- I have rarely seen a fried egg presented so beautifully . Terry is well versed to provide any local knowledge you might find useful. Wi/fi is not great but that is not unique to here- we have encountered similar connection problems in Cornwall. Thanks for your care & attentiveness.
Read more
Date of stay: September 2017
Value
Service
Sleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
Rachel W wrote a review Aug 2017
3 contributions3 helpful votes
We had an excellent time. The room was beautiful and clean, including tea making facilities and chocolate biscuits. The location was perfect close to the sea, there was a sea view from the side window, and close to restaurants. Parking was busy as it is August but we managed to get a space both days. Terry and Helen were both very helpful with a personalised breakfast.
Read more
Date of stay: August 2017
Value
Rooms
Service
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
Jez G wrote a review May 2017
London, United Kingdom6 contributions2 helpful votes
A delightful guesthouse situated very close to the promenade and the shops and pubs of town (and practically opposite the lovely Morrab gardens). The Lynwood has a fantastic, friendly host who's full of useful local knowledge, and nice, comfortable, clean rooms with good amenities - and it also does a great cooked breakfast!
Read more
Date of stay: May 2017
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Trip type: Travelled solo
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
Vinnie F wrote a review Jan 2017
10 contributions9 helpful votes
We had a very enjoyable stay at Lynwood. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and we could park easily out the front of the BnB. Terry was very friendly and cooks a delicious full Cornish breakfast. He also provided some excellent tips on tourist sites and restaurants! The location of the BnB is also great, and a short walk into the centre of town. Would definitely recommend!
Read more
Date of stay: July 2016
Value
Cleanliness
Service
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
Elaine N wrote a review Nov 2016
Christchurch, United Kingdom4 contributions1 helpful vote
A lovely relaxing place to stay, ideally situated in a quiet road, close to everything. Very welcoming host, who serves the best breakfast we have had in a B&B, large very clean and tidy room, would definitely stay there again and would definitely recommend
Read more
Date of stay: November 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
avatar-image
josht68a wrote a review Nov 2016
2 contributions1 helpful vote
I have been staying here at least once a year for the last 7 years now. Terry and Helen are lovely people and excellent hosts. Their breakfasts are just the right amount and freshly prepared. The rooms are spotless and the beds are extremely comfortable. I have just got back from a 5 night stay there and I was sad to leave to head back to the rat race of the southeast! See you next year, Josh
Read more
Date of stay: November 2016
Value
Service
Sleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled with friends
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Helpful
Share
Previous
Not the right property for you?
There are more places to choose from in the Penzance area.
LOCATION
United KingdomEnglandCornwallPenzance
NUMBER OF ROOMS
6
Prices are provided by our partners, and reflect nightly room rates, including all taxes and fees known to our partners. Please see our partners for more details.
Is This Your Tripadvisor Listing?

Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.

Claim Your Listing

THE LYNWOOD GUEST HOUSE - Guesthouse Reviews (Penzance)

Frequently Asked Questions about The Lynwood Guest House
Which popular attractions are close to The Lynwood Guest House?
Nearby attractions include Penlee House Gallery & Museum (0.10 miles), Morrab Gardens (0.1 miles), and Jubilee Pool Penzance Ltd (0.3 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at The Lynwood Guest House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, baggage storage, and bicycle rental.
What food & drink options are available at The Lynwood Guest House?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at The Lynwood Guest House?
Yes, street parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Lynwood Guest House?
Conveniently located restaurants include Mermaid Alley, The Shore Restaurant, and Cork And Fork.
Is The Lynwood Guest House located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.2 miles away from the centre of Penzance.
Are there any historical sites close to The Lynwood Guest House?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Carn Euny Ancient Village (4.4 miles), Chysauster Ancient Village (3.2 miles), and Boscawen-un Stone Circle (4.0 miles).