The St Ives Bay Hotel

The St Ives Bay Hotel Reviews

The St Ives Bay Hotel

The Terrace, St Ives, TR26 2BP, United KingdomView Hotel Details
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The St Ives Bay Hotel Guest Reviews

3.7/5
121 review
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Location4.0
Amenities3.6
Service3.6
Cleanliness3.6
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Mallu Couple Travellers
Twin Room
Stayed in Oct 2024
Couples
14 review
4.0/5
Very Good
Posted on Nov 11, 2024
During our three-day stay at The St Ives Bay Hotel, we had a memorable and relaxing experience as a couple. Our beach-view room was an absolute delight, offering stunning vistas of the ocean right from our window. The gentle sounds of the waves crashing on the shore were incredibly soothing, making every morning and evening special. The room itself was spacious, providing more than enough room to unwind and truly feel at ease. We appreciated the hotel’s accessibility, with both bus and train services conveniently close by, making it easy for us to explore the charming town of St Ives and its beautiful surroundings. This convenience added an extra layer of ease to our holiday. On top of everything, the hotel’s rates were budget-friendly, offering excellent value for such a great location and amenities. For couples seeking a comfortable and scenic getaway, The St Ives Bay Hotel is a wonderful option that doesn’t break the bank. We’d love to return!
6/20
Guest User
Double Room
Stayed in Feb 2025
Couples
1 review
4.5/5
Great
Posted on Mar 24, 2025
Great location. Basic hotel but can’t complain for the price we paid. The view was amazing over Porthminster Beach and the station, 
Eva Hussain
Twin Room
Stayed in Feb 2025
Couples
2 review
4.5/5
Great
Posted on Mar 7, 2025
The check-in was easy and quick. Paul was very welcoming and helpful. Good experience. The cupboard in the room was not cleaned and could see sticky cup marks.
Anonymous User
Double Room with Sea View
Stayed in Jul 2024
Family
1 review
3.0/5
Posted on Sep 2, 2024
The location was superb, with easy access to Porthminster Beach and the train station right across from the hotel. There is also a paid parking space available. It’s a 15-minute walk to shops and restaurants, which is convenient. As for the hotel itself, you get what you pay for. The service could use some improvement. Our room wasn’t cleaned daily, and when we arrived, the electric fan, table, and small purple cushion were dusty and dirty. Additionally, our left luggage was stored in the emergency exit area for safekeeping. The staff was okay, but there's room for improvement.
G0J0
Twin Room
Stayed in Jul 2024
Travel with friends
4 review
2.0/5
Posted on Aug 17, 2024
Disappointed with the service provided by the receptionist. There are quite a few staircases where luggage is not a good choice to stay there. Where you will need to carry your luggage up and down. Requested carpark lot but no reply from the hotel. Saw the carpark behind the building that was dedicated to the hotel, but the reception did not mention it. Conclusion; Cleanliness - good Location - good Reception - very bad
Georgina Ellen
Double Room
Stayed in Oct 2024
Couples
1 review
3.7/5
Posted on Nov 4, 2024
The most amazing view from this room. Really great location, within easy walking distance to the centre of St Ives. You get what you pay for with this hotel, although the view is definitely a bonus.
Guest User
Single Room
Stayed in Jun 2024
Solo travellers
13 review
4.7/5
Amazing
Posted on Aug 1, 2024
Friendly staff, good sized communal areas and nice view. Single bedroom carpet however quite stained and walls and windows thin so fairly noisy
Guest User
Single Room
Stayed in Jun 2024
Other
1 review
3.5/5
Posted on Jul 14, 2024
Nice experience I enjoyed by the beach and the view of the beach on the hotel Amazing
Shaquib Chowdhury
Twin Room
Stayed in Apr 2024
Travel with friends
3 review
4.5/5
Great
Posted on Jun 3, 2024
Great hotel for the price. Decent location- close to the station but a bit far from amenities considering the hilly walk. Clean rooms and big bathrooms. Most hotels in the UK are not properly ventilated so must give them props for breezy rooms.
Vaisakh V.A
Superior Twin Room
Stayed in Apr 2024
Couples
1 review
2.0/5
Posted on May 6, 2024
Very poor service. Cleaning staffs are too adamant and not polite at all. Bathroom is not cleaned properly. Bathroom was stinging.
Geoff
Single Room
Stayed in Jun 2023
Business travellers
1 review
4.7/5
Amazing
Posted on Jul 27, 2023
St Ives Bay is a large hotel which fronts onto Porthminister Beach and the terrace, the rooms are basic but clean and tidy albeit with a slightly dated decor. On my visit, the lift was out of order which made a room on the third floor a bit of a hike (but it's probably better for my health to get the steps in!) The hotel is perfectly positioned if you are using St Ives train station and is only a short stroll from the centre of town. The facilities at the hotel include reception, a bar and a large dining area, there is a car park to the rear (watch out for the birds resting in the rafters and pooping on the cars!) The hotel offers a buffet-style breakfast which includes both continental and full English options. Overall the hotel is good - it looks a bit out of date, saggy and worn but the service provided is good and the views around are fab.
Jackiemjiu
Twin Room
Stayed in Apr 2023
Solo travellers
1 review
4.2/5
Very Good
Posted on Jun 11, 2023
Nice hotel. Location is good. You can see the big sand beach just outside the door.
Guest User
Superior Double Room
Stayed in Jun 2024
Travel with friends
1 review
2.5/5
Posted on Sep 19, 2024
Not sure how it's rated above 4
Pairrs
Double Room
Stayed in Sep 2023
Couples
11 review
3.5/5
Posted on Nov 6, 2023
Good location, nice breakfast and nice view. But hot shower seem too slow working
Guest User
Double Room with Sea View
Stayed in Aug 2023
Couples
2 review
4.0/5
Very Good
Posted on Sep 4, 2023
I think this place get a bad rep beyond what it deserves. It was £116 for a sea view room in the summer in St Ives! The 2nd cheapest hotel in the area that night was £238. Is it budget? Yes! But was it value for money? YES!! Perfect location , friendly staff. Asked where I could buy bottled water, no issues in fetching me one free of charge from the fridge. Don’t book if you want the Ritz, but if you want affordable value for money hotel, in a cracking location, then book this place.