Overlooking St Ives Harbour, The St Ives Bay Hotel offers a warm welcome with its restaurant and bar. Enjoy full breakfast options, unwind on the terrace or take in the stunning views of Carbis Bay Beach nearby. Helpful staff are always available at the 24-hour front desk.
When you stay at The St Ives Bay Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of St Ives Harbour and St. Michael's Mount. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English, Polish
At a glance
Hotel size
85 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
No onsite parking
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast each morning (surcharge)
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Beach nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
Terrace
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Food and drink
Highchair
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 5 per person
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between January 30 and March 2.
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
St Ives Bay Hotel
The St Ives Bay Hotel Hotel
The St Ives Bay Hotel St Ives
The St Ives Bay Hotel Hotel St Ives
Frequently asked questions
Is The St Ives Bay Hotel currently open?
The property is closed between January 30 and March 2.
Does The St Ives Bay Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The St Ives Bay Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The St Ives Bay Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The St Ives Bay Hotel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The St Ives Bay Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The St Ives Bay Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Are there restaurants at or near The St Ives Bay Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The St Ives Bay Hotel like?
The St Ives Bay Hotel is located near Porthminster Beach, just a short 6-minute walk from St Ives Station and 9 minutes' walk from St Ives Harbour. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
Reviews
6.4
Good
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6.4/10
Cleanliness
7.0/10
Staff & service
6.2/10
Amenities
5.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
Jan 1, 2025
Senthil
Senthil, 6-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 1, 2025
Don’t do it
sean
sean, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Dec 28, 2024
MARIANNA
MARIANNA, 2-night family trip
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4/10 Fair
Dec 26, 2024
Poor, tired hotel needs a refurb. I wouldn’t mind if it was a cheaper price but for this money it’s not acceptable.
Really good staff, not their fault but the chain that owns this lovely old hotel needs a wake up call.
Mike
Mike, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Dec 21, 2024
This is my third visit to the hotel friendly staff and very good value
Keith
Keith, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2024
Value for money
Great position, comfortable room and brilliant price
Claire
Claire, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 26, 2024
Such a pity
Nice hotel within easy walking distance to the beaches, eateries and pubs. Staff very pleasant and the dog was made very welcome. However, the down side was our room hadn't been cleaned properly. There was an empty dog food pouch from what I guess was from the previous occupier, rubbish in the toilet and dirty used tissue paper next to the tea and coffee. To top things off the ceiling paper is coming away from the ceiling...... And though adequate the hot water which was virtually non existent only ran at a trickle. Luckily the breakfast was very nice. Big shame. Helios
Verified traveler
2-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good
Nov 16, 2024
Terri
Terri, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2024
TRYSTAN
TRYSTAN, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 14, 2024
Pleasant Staff, great location and view .Hotel does need some updating ie new carpets hall ways and reception area and decorating throughout. Room was ok other than cracked sink ,rusty bath ,marks on the wall dated furniture but room was fine for a 3 star .The view was amazing had superior double room with sea view .Breakfast was nice ,coffee was luke warm.Saying all that for the price felt it was value for money for the view .
Adam
Adam, 2-night romance trip
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4/10 Fair
Nov 13, 2024
It was fine and did the job.
J
J, 3-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 13, 2024
Jane
Jane, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 12, 2024
A superb stay again at this super Hotel.
We have had numerous visits to the St Ives Bay hotel and as always never disappoints. Superb friendly staff and Dan always goes above and beyond. Looked beautiful when we left as trimmed up for Christmas parties.
We will return again.,
Carol
Carol, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 11, 2024
Beautiful veiws
Lovely stay, amazing views over the beach
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 11, 2024
tinashe
tinashe, 2-night business trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 10, 2024
All the floorboards were really creaky and doors did not shut quietly. Breakfast was not that great as very greasy. We were really lucky to have a room with a sea view and it was a convenient base as were only there for one night. Comfortable for a short stay.
Naomi
Naomi, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 8, 2024
Back to the future 2
For the payment the stay was very good.
Hotel has a great position in St Ives, I even had a sea view. But I felt the hotel was in need of updating, it was like going back in time to the 80’s from the bathroom having the old style mixer tap shower to the tick box options for breakfast.
Don’t get me wrong for the cost I’m 100% happy
Paul
Paul, 1-night business trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 4, 2024
We had a wonderful time, but the property was very tired, this included the decoration and facilities. The breakfast was delicious.
Jacqui
Jacqui, 3-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 4, 2024
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Nov 3, 2024
Awful
When we arrived there wasn’t anyone on reception, had to go and look for someone to check us in. The first room we were put in was awful, so we asked to change, second room we tolerated, but still not nice, we stayed out of the hotel so we didn’t have to spend time in there.
The breakfast was absolutely disgraceful, also no one about for us to check out, will definitely not be returning… the hotel was nothing that is ahown
Joline
Joline, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Nov 2, 2024
Terri
Terri, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 1, 2024
Not bad for one night, but needs to be cleaned properly ! Hairs found and loads of dust in the room
Carina
Carina, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Oct 31, 2024
Couldn’t find staff, room was damaged and dirty with rubbish still around
Lucy
Lucy, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 30, 2024
Fatmire
Fatmire, 2-night family trip
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2/10 Poor
Oct 30, 2024
Probably the worst place i have ever stayed. I had to leave my car on double yellows for 20 whilst trying to find someone who could check me in. The poor night porter was rushed off their feet tending to coach loads of the turkey and tinsel brigade. Why they didn't more staff??? The room was up a dark smelly staircase directly above the toilet. The room itself was dirty with a broken tap, mouldy shower, tv that you couldn't turn down, no chair and absolutely no chance of wifi or a mobile sign. Breakfast wasn't much bet. As someone that has chosen not to eat animal based products my only choices were beans on toast and nuts and fruit. This place was cheap but still overpriced for the conditions. Staff were brilliant and friendly and helpful
Tony
Tony, 1-night business trip
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Travelers Say
"The hotel is well located with lovely sea views."