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The Gannet Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Carbis Bay Beach

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Bar (on property)
Front of property
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Free daily full breakfast
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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St Ives Road, Carbis Bay, St Ives, England, TR26 2SB
  • Place, Carbis Bay Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Porthminster Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, St Ives Harbour
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

St Ives

Within a short walk of Carbis Bay Beach, The Gannet Inn is within a mile (2 km) of Porthminster Beach. This 3-star hotel has 20 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Carbis Bay Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Porthminster Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • St Ives Harbour - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Porthmeor Beach - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Tate St. Ives - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Carbis Bay Station - 8 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Porthminster Beach Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Porthminster Beach Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Lodge at Balnoon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Badger Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bier Huis Grand Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Gannet Inn

Hotel with free breakfast, near Carbis Bay Beach
The Gannet Inn features free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a hair salon, a garden, and a banquet hall.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Coffee makers, ironing boards, and desks are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Howards Hotel St Ives
Howards Hotel
Howards St Ives
Howards Hotel St Ives, Cornwall
Gannet Inn St Ives
Gannet St Ives
The Gannet Inn Hotel
The Gannet Inn St Ives
The Gannet Inn Hotel St Ives

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Gannet Inn?

The Gannet Inn offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around The Gannet Inn?

This hotel is located in St Ives within a short 10-minute walk of Carbis Bay Beach. You'll also find St Ives Harbour and Porthminster Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Gannet Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is a spa located at The Gannet Inn?

Spa services at the hotel include body wraps, couples treatments, massages, and mani/pedis.

Does The Gannet Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, The Gannet Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Gannet Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Gannet Inn?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and couples treatment rooms at this hotel.

Does The Gannet Inn have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Gannet Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Gannet Inn serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does The Gannet Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Gannet Inn.

Does The Gannet Inn have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to The Gannet Inn?

The closest major airport to The Gannet Inn is Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall), which is about 26.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Gannet Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Gannet Inn.

The Gannet Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 65 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Margot

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This lovely hotel is well positioned for a stay in St Ives. It’s out of the town which makes parking and travelling around very easy. You can catch a bus or taxi to the centre easily. The restaurant could be improved - if you had a great chef in the hotel - this place would be awesome. At the moment it’s pretty hard to get cooked toast with your poached eggs at breakfast. The staff too are pretty changeable some are fantastic - others one guy in particular, tired and in need of a holiday himself. Luckily there’s a fab Spanish restaurant down the road - walking distance - which is a great spot for dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Beverley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are fabulous however in my opinion the dining areas need attention - amongst the lovely wing back chairs are rattan dining chairs which aren’t suited to the masculine decor. The sister hotel, Carbis Bay Hotel, is devine, I was surprised that when I asked about eating out it wasn’t recommended. Dining experience at the Gannet was very average.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Car park too small. Room was clean and nicely furnished. Shower room way too small and the shower leaked giving the shower and bedroom a damp smell. Outside area doesn’t have enough seating. Overall although quite pleasant it doesn’t warrant the price point.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing break

Comfortable and friendly hotel. Food was excellent and reasonably priced
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and a beautiful property. Our room was very spacious and comfortable. The staff is very friendly and the breakfast was delicious. One of the few places in Cornwall with actually good coffee!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well worth a stay!

Brilliant place. Food excellent. Service first rate. Will return.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Jack

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

All staff were friendly and helpful. Food was good

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had a particularly good restaurant for dinner, the included breakfast, and afternoon Cornish Cream Tea. The walk to Corbis Bay beach is quite steep but only takes about 10 minutes and the beach is great. The walk to St Ives takes 45-60 minutes and is one of the prettiest coastal walks anywhere. I think most people take the bus to St. Ives (you want to avoid parking there) but be sure to leave time for a walk at least once.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Brilliant stay can't comment on the eco-friendliness as I had no information on it
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen, Plymouth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely sea view room but we had an attic room so have a sore head due to forgetting to duck. Excellent restaurant with an attractive menu, Sunday lunch especially good. Had the option of limited use of spar facilities ar sister hotel Carbis Bay but did not take up this option.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and comfortable room at the top, with a sea view. Excellent food and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

2/10 Terrible

C

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor service and tired guest house

Service at check in was terrible. The person was really rude and argued about whether it had been paid in advance (which it had) without properly checking. No apology. Room and corridors in annex were tired and needing refurbishment. No where near the £305 a night standard.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

Have just returned from a wonderful 7 night stay at the Gannet Inn. Hotel is impeccably clean and the staff are friendly and helpful. The location is perfect, the food both at breakfast and dinner was superb. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely boutique hotel although in need of some refurbishment in places, e.g. worn stair carpet. The hotel is in a great location for easy access to Carbis Bay and St. Ives by train or on foot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
thank you for a wonderfull relaxing stay, the room was amazing and the staff very helpfull and friendly. The food was cooked to a very high standard also, will certainly come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lis, Glos

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was beautiful and would Definitely go back was just a bit disappointed as shown on pictures they had a pool at the hotel but there Isit one at all that was one of the reason I chose to go here. Other than that was a wonderful hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

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