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The Old Bridge House

Enjoy airy rooms and free cooked breakfast at The Old Bridge House, a casual guesthouse near Looe Bridge, Fore Street shopping, and East Looe Beach.

The Quay, West Looe, Looe PL13 2BU, United Kingdom View on map
9.6/10
Exceptional Based on 88 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Kid-friendly Bar Smoke-free
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable stay with excellent hospitality and great location

Visitors highlight warm, welcoming hosts, scenic harbour views, and hearty breakfasts, making this guesthouse a favored choice for a relaxed visit to Looe.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly and attentive hosts who create a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Delicious, generous breakfasts including traditional and fish options.
  • Clean, comfortable rooms with pleasant views over the harbour.
  • Convenient location within walking distance to town, beach, and train station.
  • Thoughtful touches like ensuite bathrooms and in-room mini fridges.

Worth knowing

  • No free onsite parking; guests unload nearby and use a public car park requiring a short walk.
  • The building has stairs and a small bathroom which may challenge guests with limited mobility.
  • No airport shuttle, fitness center, or pool facilities available.
  • Family friendly but pets are not allowed, and the property maintains a smoke-free policy.

Best for

  • Couples and families seeking a peaceful stay near historic Looe Harbour.
  • Travelers who appreciate personalized service from local hosts.
  • Visitors wanting easy access to beach, shops, and nearby nature attractions.
  • Guests looking for a comfortable base with a relaxed, homely feel.
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About this property

Welcome to The Old Bridge House

Situated on The Quay in West Looe, The Old Bridge House offers a relaxed guesthouse experience with airy rooms overlooking the arched Looe Bridge and the historic harbour. Guests benefit from a simple bar with a terrace and complimentary cooked breakfast, making it suitable for those seeking a casual and comfortable stay. Check-in is from 15:30, with check-out by 10:00.

The property provides free Wi-Fi and a kid-friendly environment but does not offer free parking on-site, pet-friendly accommodations, a pool, airport shuttle, or fitness center. It operates as a smoke-free venue with an emphasis on straightforward service and hospitality, as reflected in guest reviews praising the welcoming hosts and well-prepared breakfasts.

Conveniently located just a few minutes' walk from Fore Street’s shopping district and the train station, the guesthouse is also eight minutes on foot from East Looe Beach. This makes it an excellent base for visitors interested in exploring the local area, including popular outdoor spots like Looe Island and Whitsand Bay, which offer nature and seaside activities.

Feedback highlights the clean and comfortable rooms, some with pleasing harbour views, along with friendly and attentive service from the hosts. Guests note that while parking is not onsite, a nearby car park is available with a short walk back to the property. The Old Bridge House appeals to travelers seeking a quiet, well-located stay with easy access to local attractions and a home-from-home atmosphere.

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
Free breakfast
Kid-friendly
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Free parking
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.

DD
Donna Dalby Mar 23, 2026
10

Colin and Liz make you feel very welcome. Breakfast was amazing and very filling. The room was clean and comfortable with an ensuite. We had a great view of the harbour from our room. With only a short walk across the bridge into town, we would highly recommend a stay here. A home from home experience

MS
Mark Sweeney Mar 16, 2026
10

I absolutely loved my stay at The Old Bridge House, the location is stunning, overlooking the Harbour. Liz and Colin are fantastic hosts, very friendly, welcoming and the breakfasts are EPIC - Exactly what you need to start the day! Highly recommend, easiest 5 stars I've given in a while!

SP
Sally Pope Mar 11, 2026
10

I was sad to leave, I flew in from Florida and spent 3 nights with my mother in what we call “The best B&B we’ve ever stayed in.” Perfect location with amazing views. Breakfast was excellent Comfortable beds, clean bathroom. We were made to feel like family. Will definitely stay here again

JM
John Meadows Mar 07, 2026
10

What a lovely place to stay. My wife and I booked it for our 47th wedding anniversary. Couldn't have booked a better place. Colin and Liz really made us feel so welcome, Colin even presented me with a "gold" medal for lasting that long . The breakfasts were fabulous set you up for the day. They also told us some great places to eat. Room was very clean and tidy with a great shower as well. Lovely view over the estuary. Definitely highly recommended .

GC
Gayl Crowe Jan 23, 2026
10

This is a lovely family run hotel in a great location with nice views of the harbour. It is important to note that parking is free but not on site. You unload across the road in a loading zone and then drive to a car park with a 5 minute walk back. There are also many stairs to negotiate inside, as is the case with older buildings, so be careful if you are physically limited. The bathroom was very small. The breakfast was good with friendly service. It's a pleasant walk to town and waterfront.

JT
James Tudor-Pole Jan 22, 2026
10

Well serviced B&B with excellent breakfasts which are chosen night before. Choice includes usual fry up or fish dishes such as kippers and poached fish with egg. View from room direvtly onto river Looe.

HS
Hayley Stride Jan 17, 2026
10

Beautiful place to stay. Wonderful service and gorgeous filling food. Rooms were clean and tidy. I love the idea of a mini fridge in the room. We wouldn't want to stay anywhere else. Situated on the west side of Looe it is walking distance to the shops and beach. There is also a local water taxi for £1 if you don't fancy walking.

KR
Ky Richards Jan 11, 2026
10

Stayed here while on a class trip to England. Colin and Liz are extremely kind and welcoming, the rooms and views were gorgeous, the breakfasts were divine, and the location is pristine.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find The Old Bridge House

Looe, United Kingdom

Overlooking the arched Looe Bridge and Looe's historic harbour, this relaxed guesthouse is a 4-minute walk from Fore Street's shopping district and a 6-minute walk from the train station. It's 8 minutes by foot to East Looe Beach.

  • Looe 8 min Walk
  • Bridge 3 min Walk
  • Fire Station 4 min Walk
  • Exeter Airport 1 hr 26 Car · 3 hr 29 Transit
  • Cornwall Airport Newquay 50 min Car · 3 hr 18 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in United Kingdom. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

East Looe Beach 2,285 reviews

East Looe Beach

Looe, United Kingdom

4.6 · Beach
Looe Island 21 reviews

Looe Island

United Kingdom

4.7 · Island
Whitsand Bay 183 reviews

Whitsand Bay

United Kingdom

4.7 · Bay
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