hotel Helston
Three Tuns
Harbour days from a hotel near St Keverne Village Square
Three Tuns is a 3-star dog-friendly hotel on the square in St Keverne, the main village on the eastern side of the Lizard. With 489 guest reviews scoring 9.0 overall - staff 9.5, location 9.3 - it has the strongest review base of any accommodation in the village.
Family rooms have private bathrooms with walk-in showers, free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and work desks. Free parking is available at the hotel, and the garden and lounge offer space to unwind after time on the coast. The pub restaurant serves British and local cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner - continental and full English options in the morning, with vegan and gluten-free choices across all meals. No washing machine is on site, so extended stays may need planning around laundry.
Porthoustock Beach - a shingle bay with access to the Manacles reef, one of Cornwall's most dived sites - is about 1,100 metres away. Coverack, a fishing village with a sheltered harbour beach, is about 2 miles south-east. The churchyard in St Keverne itself contains memorials to hundreds of sailors lost on the Manacles. Cadgwith Cove is roughly 4 miles south along the coast path, and Helston is 8 miles north-west. For walks, beaches, and area context, see our St Keverne guide.
**Best for:** Couples and walkers who want a no-fuss base on the eastern Lizard with meals on the doorstep and dog-friendly access to quiet coves. **Less good for:** Families needing accessible rooms (none listed), or those wanting a pool, hot tub, or sea-view setting.
At a glance
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- Helston, Cornwall
- Nearest beach
- Porthoustock Beach (1.8km)
- Check-in
- 14:00
- Check-out
- 11:00
- Guest rating
- 9/10 (489 reviews)
Amenities
- WiFi
- Parking
- Dogs accepted
- Garden
- Highchair
Highlights
- Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)
- Continental, Full English/Irish
- Free parking available at the hotel
Guest ratings
Cleanliness
9.3/10
Comfort
9.3/10
Location
9.3/10
Facilities
8.9/10
Staff
9.5/10
Value
9/10
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
- How far is Three Tuns from the nearest beach?
- Three Tuns is 1.8km from Porthoustock Beach. There are 3 beaches within easy reach.
- Is Three Tuns dog friendly?
- Yes, Three Tuns welcomes dogs. Check with the provider for any restrictions on number of pets.
- Does Three Tuns have parking?
- Yes, Three Tuns has parking available for guests.
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