Near Carbis Bay Beach, The Gannet Inn offers a tranquil retreat with full breakfast, a serene garden and relaxing spa services. Unwind with free in-room WiFi or enjoy amenities like the hair salon and billiards/pool table. Guests rave about their experience.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
24/7 front desk
Free breakfast
Laundry facilities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Room service
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Garden
Front-desk safe
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Hair salon
Concierge services
Feel at home (6)
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Room options
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Family Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom
Highlights
Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Standard Double or Twin Room
Highlights
Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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St Ives Road, Carbis Bay, St Ives, England, TR26 2SB
What's nearby
Carbis Bay Beach - 10 min walk
Porthminster Beach - 2 min drive
St Ives Harbour - 4 min drive
Tate St. Ives - 5 min drive
Porthmeor Beach - 17 min drive
Getting around
Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 54 min drive
Lelant Station - 3 min drive
Lelant Saltings Station - 5 min drive
Carbis Bay Station - 8 min walk
Restaurants
Sharkys Fish & Chips - 6 min drive
St.Ives Brewery - the Brewhouse - 4 min drive
The Hain Line - 3 min drive
Bier Huis Grand Cafe - 4 min drive
Harbour Gourmet Fish and Chips St Ives - 4 min drive
About this property
The Gannet Inn
The Gannet Inn puts you within a 15-minute drive of St Ives Harbour and St. Michael's Mount. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or indulge in massages, body wraps, or mani/pedis. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.
Languages
English, French, German, Romanian, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
20 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Pool table
Beach nearby
Horse riding nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
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
Does The Gannet Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Gannet Inn 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 Gannet Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Gannet Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Gannet Inn?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Gannet Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like horseback riding, snorkeling, and windsurfing. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Gannet Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Gannet Inn like?
The Gannet Inn is a short 8-minute walk from Carbis Bay Station and 10 minutes' walk from Carbis Bay Beach.
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The Gannet Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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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
10/10 Exceptional
June 3, 2023
Relaxing break
Comfortable and friendly hotel. Food was excellent and reasonably priced
Andrew
Andrew, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2023
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!
Pablo
Pablo, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
January 24, 2023
Well worth a stay!
Brilliant place. Food excellent. Service first rate. Will return.
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
August 16, 2023
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.
Beverley
Beverley, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
August 20, 2023
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.
Margot
Margot, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
June 25, 2023
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.
Mark
Mark, 4-night trip
2/10 Poor
September 3, 2023
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
August 5, 2023
Camilla
Camilla, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
July 16, 2023
Lise
Lise, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
August 13, 2022
All staff were friendly and helpful. Food was good
Jack
Jack, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
June 24, 2022
Denise
Denise, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
June 7, 2022
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.
Brett
Brett, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
January 19, 2022
Great place to stay
Brilliant stay can't comment on the eco-friendliness as I had no information on it
Nicola
Nicola, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
December 9, 2021
Lovely place to stay
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
December 6, 2021
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
November 8, 2021
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.
Kerry
Kerry, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
November 1, 2021
Maree
Maree, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
October 31, 2021
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
October 27, 2021
Ash
Ash, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
September 26, 2021
Tim
Tim, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
September 26, 2021
Quiet and comfortable room at the top, with a sea view. Excellent food and friendly staff.
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
August 19, 2021
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.
C
C, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
July 18, 2021
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.
Darren
Darren, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
July 14, 2021
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.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
December 17, 2020
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.