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1 Grenville Road, Padstow PL28 8EX, England
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Damara House
Ranked #29 of 47 Padstow B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 19 Reviews
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London, United Kingdom
1 review
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“Ruined by Rudeness”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2010
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After an initial warm welcome from the landlady, Sian, our stay at Damara house was soured by our rude and abruptly ushered exit.

It was our first stay in a B&B and, perhaps naively, we therefore didn’t realise that its apparently - according to Damara house - common place to vacate rooms by 1000AM, being accustomed to noon checkouts at hotels. At no point were we told the check out time, and having not being able to check in until after 1600PM, we didn’t for a minute assume it would be so early. However, at 1000AM sharp on the Sunday morning, our hostess hammered aggressively on the door declaring we had 5 minutes to vacate the room. Despite having just got into the shower myself, we hastily began to pack our things and prepare to depart. Less than 5 minutes later, there was another thump at the door, with the landlady shouting; “He’s still in the shower, I can hear him - you need to leave now or I’ll have to charge you another night”.

We gathered our things, and were making our way downstairs, dismayed at what had become a very uncomfortable and unnecessary situation. We were met by our landlady who demanded our voucher, as our stay had been a gift experience. After giving her the relevant documentation, and making for the door, we turned to say goodbye – not wanting to depart on bad terms – only to have the front door slammed in our face.

My girlfriend, a secondary school teacher well accustomed to volatile scenarios, was clearly upset and dismayed at this astounding rudeness, and knocked on the door to talk to the landlady. As she tried to express our disappointment at the tainting of our trip, she was further appalled to be told that we had been “taking the p!ss”. Again, the front door was slammed after no signs of apology.

Ultimately, we’ve never before received such poor levels of customer service, and we are still astounded at the sheer rudeness we experienced. Needless to say, we would not return to Damara house, nor recommend it to others.

  • Stayed October 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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Halesowen England
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Perfect Host”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 September 2010

We stayed for two nights here and found the facilities superb for a seaside B&B. Not a thing we could have asked for, it was all in the room ready, even fresh ground coffee and yummy biscuits. Hot breakfast was hearty and with a variety of fruit and cereals also available we didn't need lunches. Sian was so welcoming and obviously knows what her guests need. The walk back home was a little steep but steady but the cosy bedroom awaits to revive you.

  • Stayed September 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Ballymena, United Kingdom
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46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
“Comfortable but compact”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 August 2010

This is a very comfortable, excellently located Bed and Breakfast to explore Padstow and the surrounding areas. Rooms are clean and well maintained. Unfortunately they are very small and cramped. Free wifi is offered and rooms have tv, ensuite, iron, fridge and tea making facilities. Quite how you could iron anything in the space provided is a mystery.
I would recommend this Bed and Breakfast for a short break where you plan to spend most of the time awake outside.

  • Stayed August 2010
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Newark
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“Great B&B in Padstow”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2010

Stayed 2 nights in June at Damara House B&B in padstow.
Lovely, well appointed, clean and quiet room (at the back of the house - overlooking the Cornish countryside).
Excellent breakfast - all the usual cereals, toast, youghurt etc. aswell as full englsh cooked freshly for us.
Location is good, just on the outskirts of Padstow, but within easy 10-15 min stroll of Padstow Harbour.
Sian the owner was easy going and very knowledgeable about the area.
We had not been to Cornwall for many years, and will definately return to Damara House when we visit again.

  • Stayed June 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Great b&b!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2010

This was a brilliant b&b, with everything we could want for a short break away. It is a short 5-10 min walk from Padstow centre, and the walk back is slightly uphill but was fine for us. We had a double room, which was compact but very clean and comfortable. The rooms had all the usual facilities and a few extras like a fridge, a large hot drinks selection, fresh milk, lots of towels and toiletries etc. The breakfast choice was varied and cooked to order (you filled in a card each day with your cooked food order) and the hot food was locally sourced. The service at this b&b was excellent, nothing was too much trouble and staying here was a real pleasure.

  • Stayed May 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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1 Grenville Road, Padstow PL28 8EX, England
Price range (per night):* INR2,619

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