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St. Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa

The Terrace, St Ives TR26 2BN, England
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Ranked #14 of 26 hotels in St Ives
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Bristol
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20 reviews 20 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

This hotel has a superb location above the beautiful St Ives Bay in Cornwall. We were there for a Wedding Reception. The terrace and restaurant facilities for this were superb, although the weather was a little too cool and wet to enjoy the fabulous terrace. The buffet food was of satisfactory quality, but nothing special; however, the Cornish pasties were... More

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9 reviews 9 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW via mobile

The best apartment I've ever stayed in. Top quality fixtures and fittings. Excellent location with sea views out of window to the front and balcony on the side looks over both Porthminster beach and down into St Ives town. Parking right next to the front door. Ten min walk to town. Split level apartment with kitchen and lounge diner and... More

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Peter H, General Manager at St. Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa, responded to this review
16 June 2013

Thank you very much for the fabulous review. I am delighted that your enjoyed one of our apartments so much. The feedback we get is in invaluable. Hope to see you back again soon. More

Swindon
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013 via mobile

I stayed here with my parents and our two young children, for two nights. Whilst there were a few teeny problems, which were remedied promptly, we still have a brilliant stay. Unfortunately, our son was sick and you can imagine the mess caused. The staff were fantastic and very attentive. I had to call reception at 2am to ask for... More

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Peter H, General Manager at St. Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Thank you for your taking the time to post your review. I delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us despite your sons illness. I hope he is now full of beans and has recovered. I have passed on your comments to Analiese who was the house keeper you were taking about who was was delighted with your personal reference... More

Gloucester, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

We married here 14th April 2013. It was amazing. The hotel exceeded our expectations and the staff couldn't do enough for us or our guests. The food was excellent. The views were outstanding. Fantastic Customer Service. We thoroughly recommend to everyone !

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Peter H, General Manager at St. Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa, responded to this review
7 June 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write such a great review. I am delighted that you enjoyed your special day so much. On behalf of the harbour hotel group may we wish you a happy, healthy and wonderful future. Hope to see you back at the Hotel soon. More

Cumbria
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18 reviews 18 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

We are just back from a week at the St Ives Harbour Hotel , we usually rent cottages / apartments but it made a lovely change to be looked after for a week . This is a really nice hotel , beautifully decorated and furnished with an excellent blend of traditional and contemporary , top class . Location is wonderful... More

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Peter H, General Manager at St. Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa, responded to this review
7 June 2013

Thank you very much for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. I am delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us. It is great for the team to read such positive comments. I sincerely hope to see you back at the Hotel again soon. More

Plymouth, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

Enjoyed a one night stay. The location is superb, just up the hill from the train station overlooking Porthminster beach.The outside terraces which accompany the bar and spa provide a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the wonderful view. The reception staff were slightly aloof and not particularly helpful, however, this was our only quibble and was only highlighted due... More

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Peter H, General Manager at St. Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa, responded to this review
5 June 2013

Thank you for writing your review. I am happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us and that you had a chance to relax in our spa. We hope you will come again soon. Kind regards Peter Holgate More

Bristol, United Kingdom
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18 reviews 18 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

If you are a foodie, the restaurant at Porthminster is the place to eat. Fine dining at its best. Service is a priority there. One of the best restaurants in Cornwall for us. Will go there whenever visiting Cornwall, best memorable time was on Valentines day. Serving real canapes on arrival and free bubbly was to my delight. Been there... More

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Peter H, General Manager at St. Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa, responded to this review
5 June 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write your review on Trip Advisor. I am pleased to hear you enjoyed your visit to our restaurant and that you will be returning in the future. Your review will be passed on to the team here and we looking forward to having you back. Kind regards Peter Holgate More

Sydney, Australia
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52 reviews 52 reviews
34 hotel reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

We stayed at this hotel for 3 nights in May 2013. The room had just been renovated and was in excellent condition. The hotel rooms are immaculate. The public rooms are well appointed, some look a little tired others appear recently renovated. I would assume the hotel is having a total makeover and it should be great when complete. Our... More

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Peter H, General Manager at St. Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa, responded to this review
31 May 2013

Thank you for your recent review on Trip Advisor. I am please to read all your lovely comments and will forward your review onto Helen and the team here. I will take all of your comments on board and hope you will visit us again soon. Kind regards Peter Holgate More

Oxfordshire, UK
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

We stayed for a week in November 2012 as a birthday celebration and thoroughly enjoyed it. We were in room 104, which is a good-sized room with beautiful views over Porthminster Bay. The room is a bit tired as it hasn't been refurbished but the views and the sound of the waves more than compensate. Our only criticism was the... More

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Peter H, General Manager at St. Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa, responded to this review
31 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write your review on Trip Advisor. I am pleased to read you enjoyed your stay with us. As you may have read in previous responses we have been undergoing a refurbishment and all of the rooms and bathrooms have been or are being updated. We hope you will visit us again in the... More

Merseyside
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013 via mobile

On writing this we are still staying in the hotel .we check out tomorrow tue 28th may 2013. I broke my foot down on the rocks on the beach (being action man),on the second day of a four day stay. The staff couldn't do enough. Genuinely nice people that really do care about their jobs. Nothing is too much and... More

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Peter H, General Manager at St. Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa, responded to this review
28 May 2013

Wow thank you every so much for your really lovely review on Trip Advisor. I am sorry to hear about your foot and hope that it heals quickly. It is such a pleasure to read reviews like yours and the staff will be so motivated by this. I will make sure your review is forwarded on to the whole team... More

 
 
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Additional Information about St. Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa

Also Known As:
Porthminster Hotel St Ives
Porthminster Hotel
Porthminster St Ives
St. Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa St Ives, Cornwall
Address: The Terrace, St Ives TR26 2BN, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > Cornwall > St Ives
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 Business Hotels in St Ives
#3 Romantic Hotels in St Ives
#5 On the Beach Hotels in St Ives
#11 Family Hotels in St Ives
Price range (per night): S$211 - 449
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Hotel is directly above Porthminster beach, a position which gives stunning views across the water. Watch as the waves lap against the famous Godrevy Lighthouse in the distance and feel your troubles disappear. Explore the local harbour, as you meander through the cobbled streets, and then return for dinner at the Harbour Restaurant, serving up seasonal and local food, along with stunning sea views. The Harbour Spa will provide the perfect hideaway, as you indulge in a soothing treatment and then unwind by the pool, gazing out to sea from the comfort of a deeply relaxing and luxurious Spa. ... more   less 
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