Pedn-Olva

Hotels
9 (717 reviews)
Porthminster Beach , St Ives , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

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
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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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.

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 717 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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Ellen • couple • gb
9
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Kingdom's • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Jon • couple • dk
10
Enestående !!
Pros:

Enestående service; skøn mad; fantastisk udsigt

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Grant • couple • gb
9
Fantastic location, warm, friendly and proffesional staff
Pros:

Great breakfast, well cooked and a great choice

Cons:

We liked everything about our stay

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • gb
10
Fantastic. Just what we needed to recharge our batteries!!
Pros:

The views from the dining area, bar and our room were excellent. The whole hotel was comfortable and relaxing. The staff were friendly, helpful and professional.

Cons:

There was nothing we would change. It has been an excellent relaxing time.

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Luke • couple • gb
10
Location and staff was 10/10 would highly recommend
Pros:

Location and set up of the hotel was brilliant

Cons:

Nothing was perfect

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Evans • couple • gb
9
Great, location& staff very helpful& friendly.
Pros:

Location ,fabulous, decor very smart in the room.
Fabulous views.very central to train station & to walk into St ives.The Sunday lunch was delicious.

Cons:

Breakfast a little choice for cereal, bakery goods.
The bathroom was very small, the sink was tiny with a shelf covering half of it, so my husband couldn't use it to shave, we just about cleaned our teeth without toothpaste going on the floor.The pillows were no very supportive for sleeping on.

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
• solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Jenni • couple • gb
10
Fantastic, stunning, superb, just some of the superlatives to describe this wonderful hotel.
Pros:

Absolutely everything, there is nothing to dislike, it’s stunning

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Lucy • couple • gb
9
2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Ronnie • solo_traveller • se
10
Pros:

Havsutsikt från rummet.

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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philip • solo_traveller • gb
10
Stress free
Pros:

From the moment we arrived, the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, making us feel at ease right away. The location was perfect, and our room offered a beautiful view overlooking the sea and harbour. The food was excellent throughout our stay, and everything was very reasonably priced. Overall, it was a fantastic experience that we would happily recommend.

Cons:

To be honest there wasn’t anything I did not like

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Katie • couple • gb
9
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Bev • couple • gb
10
Special I want to go back
Pros:

Location and the room

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Marion • couple • gb
10
Fabulous views, without having to walk up the hill, great location.
Pros:

Fantastic views over St Ives.

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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amanda • couple • gb
1
Pros:

Love the Pednolva ❤️ was really looking forward to our stay and seeing the refurbished hotel 😍
but unfortunately they couldn’t honor our booking because it was ‘overbooked’

Booking . Com was fab sorting refund 🤞🏾🤞🏾 once I had notified them
7 days later as the hotel hadn’t notified them!!!

Cons:

The fact I couldn’t stay as rooms were overbooked ( even though payment was taken 2 days prior to our stay)

Hotel blamed booking.com

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Mitchell • couple • gb
10
Would recommend 100%
Pros:

Great location, very friendly staff and stunning sea view from the room

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Sam • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Kira • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee