Pedn-Olva

Hotels
9 (838 reviews)
Porthminster Beach , St Ives , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Fantastic staff
Stunning location
Exceptional views
Lovely refurbishment
Good breakfast
Cons:
Rooms too small
Limited coffee options
Poor evening meals

Categories

Cleanliness
8.33
Standard quality for this hotel tier, some concerns about room size affecting perceived cleanliness.
Service
9.8
Fantastic staff and friendly service noted in multiple reviews.
Location
9.84
Exceptional views and a great location highlighted by many guests.
Room Quality
8.29
Generally lovely rooms, but many complaints about room size.
Amenities
8.82
Good facilities overall, though some amenities like coffee availability at breakfast were lacking.
Value for Money
8.78
Standard quality for this hotel tier, considering the location and views.
Food and Beverage
8.83
Breakfast was nice, but evening meals were noted as poor by one guest.
Overall Experience
9.3
Overall a delightful experience despite some minor issues, with guests expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 16:08

Property Description

Stunning Views and Elegant Rooms
Perched above the Celtic Sea and St Ives Bay, Pedn-Olva boasts elegant rooms with breathtaking views of the sea. The modern bathrooms and stylish decor enhance the guest experience, making it a perfect retreat.

Delicious Dining and Relaxation
Indulge in a culinary journey at the popular on-site restaurant, offering a seasonal menu with local produce and fresh seafood. After a satisfying meal, unwind by the outdoor swimming pool or on the spacious terrace, soaking in the serene atmosphere.

Beachfront Serenity and Artistic Ambiance
Located by the picturesque Porthminster Beach, The Pedn-Olva provides a peaceful and romantic escape. Enjoy a leisurely stroll to Tate St Ives or savor a drink at the bar's terrace surrounded by modern art.

Experience tranquility and luxury at Pedn-Olva - book your stay now for an unforgettable coastal getaway.

Important information:

Please note that the hotel was designed and built into rock, so some rooms have limited space.

Guests under the age of 18 years must be accompanied with a parent or guardian.

Please note limited parking is available at an extra fee of GBP 10. The parking is located in the Long Stay Station Car Park in the Council Reserved Parking Bays that are marked in yellow. Guests are requested to come to reception first, to collect the parking permits.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: NQY

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for £15 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for £35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 15 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 838 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.33
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.84
Room Quality: 8.29
Amenities: 8.82
Value for Money: 8.78
Food and Beverage: 8.83
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Stuart solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Location Location Location

Food and Service

Cons:

Cozy double is what it says
Very Small

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Gary couple gb
10
Pros:

I love staying here the staff the whole atmosphere..best views to walk to to fall asleep too.amazing

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Markus Raphael couple at
10
2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Daniel solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Great location, fantastic staff

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Zeeshan couple gb
10
2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Gooding couple gb
10
Had a great birthday weekend, would definitely go again for all the facilities available.
Pros:

The rooms were lovely, the staff were friendly, and the restaurant was great. Pre-arranged parking which helped avoid a lot of hassle during a busy weekend.

Cons:

The bathroom had everything you needed but it is just a bit too small.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Volker couple de
8
Traumhafte Lage, sauberes Hotel
Pros:

Das Hotel war sehr sauber, Personal sehr nett und das Frühstück sehr gut. Die Lage einfach traumhaft.

Cons:

Das Zimmer war sehr klein und das Waschbecken viel zu klein. Dort konnte man sich nicht mal das Gesicht waschen ohne den Raum zu überschwemmen.

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Stephen couple gb
9
We had an excellent one night stay. Food both in the evening and at breakfast were delicious
Pros:

The view from our room was exceptionally looking out from our balcony over a beautiful beach. The staff were very helpful and friendly

Cons:

The room was "cosy" and the bathroom really quite small, but neither of these spoilt our one night stay here

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Annette couple gb
9
BRILLIANT ❤️❤️
Pros:

FANTASTIC views, location nothing could rival it Staff very friendly and helpful, breakfast lovely, room quirky which was brilliant DEFFINATELY come again BUT you don't sell the gorgeous cloth bags with Pedn-Olva on🤷that's a NO BRAINER😂😂keep up the good work♥️

Cons:

Didn't sell cloth bags 😱

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
8
Good hotel in excellent location but very cramped accommodation for the price.
Pros:

Meals were very good,

Cons:

Rooms very cramped. Only able to access double bed from one side. Mattress very hard.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Tina couple gb
10
A lovely location in sunny St Ives
Pros:

Excellent location, beautifully refurbished and good food in the restaurant. The rooftop bar offered excellent views of the bay and St Ives waterfront.

Cons:

We had to move rooms at the request of the hotel.

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Nicholas solo_traveller ae
10
Pedn-Olva is a fantastic hotel, bar and restaurant
Pros:

The hotel is situated in a unique position next to the sea at the end of St. Ives bay. The hotel where very friendly and helpful. The roof bar has fantastic views as the the restaurant.

Cons:

Due to the hotels position, if you drive up to the hotel, you'll need to drive down a narrow lane to access the hotel parking on the hill opposite the hotel.
By driving to the carpark first and walking down the steps to the hotel to access the reserved parking permit, is a good option.

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Francis couple gb
10
Location location location
Pros:

If you are going to St Ives I couldn’t imagine wanting to stay anywhere else! It has everything you need in a great location. We stayed in the room with a balcony sea view and had to pull ourselves away to explore. Had a lovely dinner and breakfast here too. If you’re thinking about it… do it - you won’t regret :)

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Dirk solo_traveller be
10
Pros:

Het personnel was zeer vriendelijk. Ze doen alle moeite om te zorgen dat de gasten het naar hun zin hebben. De kamer met zeezicht was top. Het gaf een echt vakantiegevoel. Het restaurant is goed met een prachtig zicht. Parkeergelenheid is op wandelafstand van het hotel.

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Lyndsay couple gb
10
Perfect location for sea views and right next to the beach
Pros:

Location- 5 mins into st ives and right on the beach, views from the room, complimentary beers, tea and coffee in the room, breakfast was also lovely.

Cons:

It was all great- if I was going to be picky it is pricey, and our room was slightly small and oddly shaped so you couldn’t walk around the bed- had to climb over to get to the other side.

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Dean couple gb
10
Pros:

Great hotel and location

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Julie couple gb
9
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Claes solo_traveller pt
10
Pros:

Just amazing! You need to go there!

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Miles couple gb
9
Create comforts with the best view of St Ives
Pros:

Incredible family room with balcony and view of the harbour and town. Very comfortable, well stocked snacks and fridge, amazing shower. Really close to the centre of St Ives and the train station.

Cons:

TV in the room has got to be at least 15 years old with no SMART features, disappointing but not a deal breaker

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Steven couple gb
10
Just what was needed relaxing comfortable stay
Pros:

Great location clean friendly l

Cons:

Leaving

2026-05-18 via Nuitee