Beachfront hotels in St Ives

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in St Ives. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Pedn-Olva St Ives, United Kingdom

  

  Hotel. Overlooking the Celtic Sea and St Ives Bay, Pedn-Olva offers elegant rooms with magnificent views. With an outdoor swimming pool and spacious terrace, there is also a popular restaurant. Sitting on a rugged rock formation, the compact rooms at Pedn-Olva offer private modern bathrooms. All rooms are stylishly decorated and have impressive sea views. Rooms also feature a TV and hairdryer. The restaurant serves a seasonal menu, using local produce and fresh fish, and a full English breakfast is served daily. The bar features a large terrace and modern art, and offers a selection of local ales and fair-trade coffee. With a peaceful, romantic location on the shores of Porthminster Beach, The Pedn-Olva is just a 15-minute walk from Tate St Ives. Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 99 GBP.

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• 2 Carbis Bay and Spa Hotel St Ives, United Kingdom

  

  Hotel. Set in tropical gardens, this elegant hotel offers wonderful sea views, an award-winning restaurant and direct access to Carbis Bay Beach, which is a member of The Most Beautiful Bays In The World organisation. Picturesque St Ives is just 1.5 miles away. Guests can relax in the outdoor swimming pool, or on the spacious sea-view terrace. Carbis Bay and Spa Hotel also has a grand lounge, and live entertainment is often available in the traditional bar. Sands Restaurants serves a creative menu, including freshly caught Cornish seafood and local produce. The conservatory offers cocktails and tapas, and indulgent afternoon teas are also available. The bright and airy bedrooms each have a cosy seating area and tea/coffee facilities. All rooms have free WiFi access and a private modern bathroom, and many rooms have views of the bay. Just 300 metres from Carbis Bay Railway Station, Carbis Bay and Spa Hotel is surrounded by scenic coastal walks. West Cornwall Golf Club is within a 5-minute drive, and Tate St Ives is just 2 miles away. The Garden Cabin is situated in Carbis Bay village, just a short distance from the facilities at Carbis Bay Estate and Carbis bay beach Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 1200 GBP.

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• 3 Golden Hind St Ives, United Kingdom

  

  Bed and Breakfast. With panoramic sea views across St Ives Harbour, the family-run Golden Hind is just 250 metres from St Ives’ town centre and 8 minutes’ walk from St Ives (Cornwall) Railway Station. Limited free private parking for small cars is available. The rooms include a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and a refrigerator. The en suite bath or shower rooms have complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. WiFi is available in all rooms. In the mornings, the Golden Hind serves a complimentary breakfast buffet in the breakfast room. St Ives is home to numerous restaurants, bars and shops. The popular resort of St Ives offers 5 beaches, including the Blue Flag Porthminster Beach. The picturesque harbour town is popular with artists, and guests can explore its many art galleries. The Tate St Ives is 10 minutes’ walk from the Golden Hind. Guest review score 9.2

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• 4 Primrose House St. Ives St Ives, United Kingdom

  

  Guest house. With boutique bedrooms and a stylish bar, Primrose Valley Hotel offers free parking and free Wi-Fi. Just metres from Porthminster Beach, the hotel has wonderful views across the Celtic Sea. The individually designed rooms at Primrose Valley feature oak floors and bespoke furniture. All rooms have a flat-screen TV and a modern bathroom, and some have sea views and private balconies. Serving quality Cornish produce and homemade breads. Full English breakfasts are cooked to order daily, with continental options also available. Set in an Edwardian villa in St Ives, Primrose Valley Hotel is a 15-minute walk from the Tate Gallery. St Ives Railway Station is 300 metres away and St Ives Pier is a 15-minute walk away. Show full description Guest review score 9.2

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• 5 Henry's, 27 The Terrace St Ives, United Kingdom

  

  Bed and Breakfast. Situated in St Ives, in a historic building, 300 metres from Porthminster Beach, Henry's, 27 The Terrace is a recently renovated bed and breakfast with a garden and bar. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The accommodation offers luggage storage space and a housekeeping service for guests. The bed and breakfast features some units with sea views, and each unit is fitted with a private bathroom. Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruits and juice are available. There is a snack bar on-site. Guests can also relax on the sun terrace. Carbis Bay is 1.8 km from the bed and breakfast, while St Michael's Mount is 14 km from the property. Land's End Airport is 27 km away. Show full description

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• 6 Anchorage Guest House, St Ives St Ives, United Kingdom

  

  Guest house. Anchorage Guest House, St Ives is a 3-star property located in St Ives, facing the beach. Built in 18th century, this 3-star guest house is within 300 metres of Bamaluz Beach and 400 metres of Porthgwidden Beach. The property is non-smoking and is set 100 metres from Porthmeor Beach. Guest rooms at the guest house are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Anchorage Guest House, St Ives also offer free WiFi, while certain rooms include a sea view. At the accommodation each room comes with bed linen and towels. St Michael's Mount is 15 km from Anchorage Guest House, St Ives, while Minack Theatre is 29 km away. The nearest airport is Land's End Airport, 27 km from the guest house. Show full description Guest review score 9.0

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• 7 Harbour View Guest House St Ives, United Kingdom

  Guest house. Offering sea views, Harbour View Guest House is an accommodation located in St Ives, 500 metres from Porthminster Beach and 3.3 km from Carbis Bay. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The guest house features family rooms. The units are equipped with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, toaster, a coffee machine, a shower, bathrobes and a desk. Every unit has a kettle and a private bathroom with slippers, while certain rooms include a fully equipped kitchenette equipped with an oven. At the guest house, all units come with bed linen and towels. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around St Ives, like cycling and hiking. St Michael's Mount is 16 km from Harbour View Guest House, while Minack Theatre is 29 km away. Land's End Airport is 28 km from the property. Show full description

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• 8 Little Dolly sea view apartment, St Ives, Cornwall St Ives, United Kingdom

  

  Apartment. Overlooking Westcotts Quay in the heart of St Ives, within a 3-minute walk from the train station, Little Dolly sea view apartment, St Ives, Cornwall is an accommodation offering sea views. This apartment is 400 metres from Tate St Ives and 50 metres from the sea. The apartment includes a living room and a bathroom with a hair dryer and a shower. A flat-screen TV and DVD player are featured. The nearest airport is Newquay Cornwall Airport, 43 km from the apartment. Show full description Guest review score 9.3

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• 9 Huers Watch Beautiful Apartment with Panoramic Views over St Ives Bay and private parking St Ives, United Kingdom

  

  Apartment. Offering sea views, Huers Watch Beautiful Apartment with Panoramic Views over St Ives Bay and private parking is an accommodation set in St Ives, 300 metres from Porthminster Beach and 3.1 km from Carbis Bay. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is located 16 km from St Michael's Mount. Boasting a DVD player, the spacious apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a toaster, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 1 bedroom, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. Guests can enjoy an ambient stay in their soundproof room with carpeted floor and a fireplace. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around St Ives, like fishing and hiking. Minack Theatre is 29 km from Huers Watch Beautiful Apartment with Panoramic Views over St Ives Bay and private parking, while Lizard Lighthouse is 41 km from the property. Land's End Airport is 27 km away. Show full description

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• 10 THE PENTHOUSE Top Floor Apartment with Bay Views, Large Balcony & Onsite Parking St Ives, United Kingdom

  

  Apartment. Offering city views, THE PENTHOUSE Top Floor Apartment with Bay Views, Large Balcony & Onsite Parking is an accommodation situated in St Ives, 3.1 km from Carbis Bay and 16 km from St Michael's Mount. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 300 metres from Porthminster Beach. The spacious apartment comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. The carpeted floor, fireplace and peaceful vibe add to the ambience of the room. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around St Ives, like fishing and hiking. Minack Theatre is 29 km from THE PENTHOUSE Top Floor Apartment with Bay Views, Large Balcony & Onsite Parking, while Lizard Lighthouse is 41 km away. Land's End Airport is 27 km from the property. Show full description

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• 11 Crows Nest St Ives, United Kingdom

  

  Apartment. Crows Nest is a beachfront property located in St Ives, 200 metres from Porthmeor Beach and 300 metres from Porthgwidden Beach. The property features city and sea views, and is 200 metres from Bamaluz Beach. This apartment comes with a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a DVD player and a kitchen with a fridge. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. A terrace is available on site and hiking can be enjoyed within close proximity of the apartment. St Michael's Mount is 16 km from Crows Nest, while Minack Theatre is 29 km away. The nearest airport is Land's End Airport, 28 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 9.2

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• 12 The Loft St Ives, United Kingdom

  

  Apartment. The Loft is a beachfront property located in St Ives, 300 metres from Porthmeor Beach and 400 metres from Porthminster Beach. Featuring sea and garden views, this apartment also offers free WiFi. The 1-bedroom apartment is equipped with a living room with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and oven, and 1 bathroom with shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. Bamaluz Beach is 500 metres from the apartment, while St Michael's Mount is 14 km away. The nearest airport is Land's End Airport, 27 km from The Loft. Show full description Guest review score 8.9

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• 13 SMUGGLERS COTTAGE and a separate CABIN - - In a beautifully renovated fishermans cottage - - HARBOUR VIEWS - - BEACH only 10 metres - - RENOVATION AWARDS WINNER - - Book Both For An Even Larger Property St Ives, United Kingdom

  Apartment. Set in St Ives, the recently renovated SMUGGLERS COTTAGE and a separate CABIN - - In a beautifully renovated fishermans cottage - - HARBOUR VIEWS - - BEACH only 10 metres - - RENOVATION AWARDS WINNER - - Book Both For An Even Larger Property offers accommodation 100 metres from Bamaluz Beach and 4.5 km from Carbis Bay. The property has lake and inner courtyard views, and is 16 km from St Michael's Mount. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. At the apartment complex, each unit includes a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The units include a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while selected rooms also offer a patio and some have sea views. At the apartment complex, the units come with bed linen and towels. A minimarket is available at the apartment. Activities such as snorkelling, cycling, fishing can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront. If you would like to discover the area, hiking is possible in the surroundings and the apartment can arrange a bicycle rental service. Minack Theatre is 29 km from SMUGGLERS COTTAGE and a separate CABIN - - In a beautifully renovated fishermans cottage - - HARBOUR VIEWS - - BEACH only 10 metres - - RENOVATION AWARDS WINNER - - Book Both For An Even Larger Property, while Lizard Lighthouse is 43 km from the property. Land's End Airport is 27 km away. Show full description

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• 14 Premier 2 - Stunning Suite with Breathtaking Seaside Views St Ives, United Kingdom

  Apartment. Situated 3.6 km from Carbis Bay, 16 km from St Michael's Mount and 29 km from Minack Theatre, Premier 2 - Stunning Suite with Breathtaking Seaside Views offers accommodation located in St Ives. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 200 metres from Porthmeor Beach. With 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, this apartment has a flat-screen TV. Lizard Lighthouse is 42 km from the apartment, while Newquay Train Station is 49 km from the property. Land's End Airport is 27 km away. Show full description

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