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Britannia Inn

Stay at Britannia Inn, a 16th-century coaching inn in Par offering bright rooms, free Wi-Fi, parking, bar, and family-friendly dining near Eden Project and beaches.

St Austell Rd, Par PL24 2SL, United Kingdom View on map
9.2/10
Exceptional Based on 2131 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Breakfast Free parking Air-conditioned Business center
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable stay with great food and friendly service

Guests consistently highlight the excellent food, welcoming atmosphere, and attentive staff at this historic coaching inn. It’s well-suited for families and visitors exploring nearby attractions.

Guests often praise

  • Delicious, well-prepared meals with generous portions, including traditional pub favorites and local dishes.
  • Friendly and attentive service that creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
  • Clean, bright rooms and a well-maintained family-friendly garden with play areas for children.
  • Efficient and quick food and drink service, often noted even during busy times.
  • Outdoor spaces including a large beer garden and covered terraces favored by guests.

Worth knowing

  • Some guests find the food pricing slightly on the higher side but generally agree it’s worth it for the quality.
  • Not fully accessible for guests with mobility issues, and no airport shuttle or fitness facilities available.
  • A free campervan parking area is available for diners, which is a unique convenience.
  • The property is smoke-free and kid-friendly, though pets are not permitted.
  • Breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and free parking are included as standard amenities.

Best for

  • Families looking for a relaxed stay with activities for children, such as the garden play area and bouncy castle.
  • Visitors planning to explore nearby attractions like the Eden Project and The Lost Gardens of Heligan.
  • Travelers seeking a traditional pub experience combined with comfortable accommodation in a historic setting.
  • Guests who appreciate attentive service and a friendly, welcoming local atmosphere.
  • Those traveling by campervan who want convenient parking and a welcoming place to dine.
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About this property

Welcome to Britannia Inn

Britannia Inn is a laid-back hotel set within a 16th-century coaching inn along St Austell Road in Par. Combining historic charm with contemporary comfort, it offers bright, classic rooms alongside a modern restaurant serving British cuisine. The property also features a bar and a breakfast restaurant, making it a convenient spot for dining throughout the day.

The inn caters well to families, with amenities including a kid-friendly atmosphere and an outdoor play area, praised by guests for being perfect for children. Free Wi-Fi, free parking, and air-conditioned public spaces add to the convenience, while smoke-free policies and attentive staff contribute to a pleasant stay. However, the property does not offer facilities such as a pool, fitness center, pets allowance, or airport shuttle services.

Located on a tree-lined stretch of the A390, the Britannia Inn provides easy access to notable nearby attractions such as the Eden Project eco-park and The Lost Gardens of Heligan, both within a few miles. Visitors often appreciate its proximity to the Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre as well as Porthpean Beach. Cornwall Airport Newquay is roughly 25 minutes by car.

Guest reviews highlight the clean environment, friendly and efficient service, and quality of the food, with several praising the generous portions and variety offered. The inn is often recommended for visitors looking for a relaxed atmosphere with traditional pub charm. It is particularly suitable for families and travelers seeking a comfortable base while exploring the Cornwall area.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Breakfast
Free parking
Air-conditioned
Business center
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Accessible
Pool
Pet-friendly
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

JC
Justin Cole Mar 08, 2026
10

Hi, we decided to visit the Britannia inn today, on a Friday evening by chance of driving past on our way to visit Fowey, we saw the lovely garden & bouncy castle up so perfect for kids! & wow what an amazing choice ! The place is very clean! & in particular we must comment on how amazing our food was! & probably the best evening & food we’ve ever had in Cornwall! Was that good!! & was also very quick & friendly service! Compliments to everyone! You should be very proud!!

RT
Rob Taylor Feb 25, 2026
10

Used to use this pub many years ago when we would go with kids after school so they could use the play area and we had a swift half. Glad to see now our kids have kids of there own the Brit is still as good as it used to be. Excellent food highly recommend

CE
Carole Eales Feb 06, 2026
8.0

Booked in for dinner, had a lovely meal (chicken curry and pie of the day). Reasonably priced. Attentive and friendly staff. Enjoyed it so much h we booked in another night before we left. Had Quiche and fish and chips, didn't disappoint.

DC
Darren Chapple Jan 22, 2026
10

We had a great experience at the Britannia near St Austell. The food was lovely, with generous portions and plenty to enjoy. Everything was fresh, well cooked, and very satisfying. The staff were extremely attentive, polite, and genuinely helpful throughout our visit. Nothing was too much trouble, and they made us feel very welcome from the moment we arrived. Service was excellent overall, creating a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. It’s clear the team takes pride in what they do, which really shows. Highly recommended, and we will definitely be returning.

EM
Elizabeth Minors Jan 10, 2026
10

Thank you from St Paul’s Church Charlestown. We had Sunday lunch for 41 guests today. The welcome , meal and service were superb. Everyone would like to do it again.

CS
Chris Smart Jan 07, 2026
10

Really nice pub. Traditional but modern. The food was really good, slightly expensive but definitely worth it. It had a really nice atmosphere and we felt very welcome. The play park in the garden is a welcomed sight. The loaded chips were amazing 100% having again..

LB
Lee Bennallack Dec 31, 2025
10

Called in for lunch without a booking, warmly welcomed and found us a table without any issues. The service was fast and efficient both on ordering and getting our meals. The food was excellent, served hot and clearly quality produce, we had the battered cod and it was very good.

KM
Kev M Dec 25, 2025
10

Great food and very friendly staff. I stayed overnight in their campervan parkup area which is free if your eating or drinking! Great services for campers too. Huge outdoor beer garden and covered terrace. Definitely worth a visit if your passing through, ill be dropping in again if im ever passing this way in the future!

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Britannia Inn

Par, United Kingdom

Set in a 16th-century coaching inn on a tree-lined stretch of the A390, this laid-back, family-run pub with rooms is 2 miles from both the Eden Project eco-park, and the Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre. It's also 3 miles from Porthpean Beach.

  • Par 47 min Walk
  • St Austell 56 min Walk
  • Tregrehan Turn 3 min Walk
  • Cornwall Airport Newquay 25 min Car · 2 hr 28 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

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The Lost Gardens of Heligan 14,387 reviews

The Lost Gardens of Heligan

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Eden Project 5,307 reviews

Eden Project

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