About this property

Dolphin Guest House is set in Looe, 22 km from Plymouth. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar, which overlooks the river. Rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities and en-suite showers. Some rooms offer river views and seating areas. A full English breakfast is served in the property's dining room, and dietary requirements can also be accommodated. Guests can visit the Lost Gardens of Heligan, which is 30 miles from the property. The Eden Project is 21 miles from Dolphin Guest House. Newquay is 45 km from Dolphin Guest House, while Falmouth is 49 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newquay Cornwall Airport, 40 km from Dolphin Guest House.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • FREE parking!


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1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kevin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    good position in looe with parking which is a bonus, great views from windows, breakfasts varied and cooked well. Stephanie and Andrew very friendly. would recommend to anyone wanting to stay in looe
  • Christine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, lovely view from our Riverside room Breakfast was very good, excellent choices, cooked and presented very well. Also so nice to have fresh fruit and not tinned Hosts Andrew and Stephany made us very welcome
  • Sharon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stephanie and Andrew made us feel very welcome, the breakfast was absolutely 💯, the cleanliness was outstanding and location was on point
  • Eric
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Perfect location.Very friendly and helpful staff. Wonderful room.Every space of the hotel is so well decorated. Everything was clean and tidy. Marvellous breakfast. Parking nearby.
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stayed at the Dolphin Guest House for 4 nights in early September on a short break to Looe, we travelled by train and the Dolphin is close to the station but still has easy access into the town, in all senses the guest house is without doubt a...
  • Brynley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good location,friendly welcoming hosts,clean tidy rooms.
  • Jocelyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Andrew and Stephanie were fantastic. Breakfast the best ever, location, couldn't be better. Room cosy but so comfortable.
  • Angela
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The Dolphin is an absolute gem of a place!! The breakfasts we exceptional. The hosting skills by Andrew and Stephanie were exceptional. The extra little touches in our room made us feel so welcome and you really wouldn't find them anywhere...
  • Monika
    Poland Poland
    I had a wonderful stay at Dolphin Guest House in Looe. The food was absolutely delicious – Andrew (the host) is a fantastic cook and prepares breakfast with real care and love. The owners were very kind and welcoming, and the whole atmosphere made...
  • Geoff
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast is brilliant with a massive selection cooked fresh when ordered. Also the room is cleaned every day with tea coffee and biscuits replenished as required. A nice welcoming drink is in the room ‘Dead Man’s Fingers’ knocks your head off,...

Host Information

Company review score: 10Based on 361 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Dolphin House, a charming Victorian Guest House overlooking Looe's beautiful estuary and ancient woodlands beyond. The historic town of Looe, with its beach, harbour and working quay are all within a few minutes walk away. Choose from seven individual en-suite rooms, standard, king-size and twin beds. All our elegant rooms offer quality beds, furniture and linens with modern shower en-suites. A real home from home atmosphere, relaxed and warm. Breakfast is served in the ground floor elegant dining room until 10 am. We use the finest Cornish produce sourced locally where ever possible and because our breakfasts are cooked to order we are happy to cater for special dietary needs including vegetarian and gluten free. Please contact us to discuss your particular needs. You are able to come and go as you please, use our licensed guest lounge and sun lounge with free internet access and complementary tea and coffee is served with our 'Sundowner' drinks menu. Watch the world go by after a full day exploring and enjoy a glass of beer or wine before going into town for the evening. Looe has many places to eat from fish and chops on the beach to fine dining by the quayside watchi...

Neighbourhood information

Dolphin House is located close to everything you need. Looe is where two rivers meet the sea at the Banjo Pier. Explore the narrow streets and gabled housed dating back to medieval times and all lead to the beach past the many shops, pubs and restaurants. All this is only a five minute flat walk away.

Languages spoken

English,Italian

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 13:00 to 19:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.