The Gannet Inn

Hotels
9.4 (568 reviews)
The Gannet Inn, St Ives Road, St Ives , St Ives , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable beds
Attentive staff
Excellent food
Spa facilities
Cons:
Noisy room due to sports bar
Location not as expected

Categories

Cleanliness
9.05
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
10
Staff were lovely and attentive.
Location
8.52
Located on a busy road, not close to the village.
Room Quality
9.56
The bed was very comfortable with a good amount of amenities.
Amenities
9.51
Spa facilities available, well received by guests.
Value for Money
9.54
Guests noted overall satisfaction with the experience relative to price.
Food and Beverage
9
Food was excellent, but some items could be improved.
Overall Experience
10
Generally excellent experience; many guests expressed intention to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 20:14

Property Description

Charming Heritage Property
Set in a traditional house dating from 1900, The Gannet Inn offers a charming stay in Carbis Bay, a short walk from the beach.

Comfortable Rooms with Views
Guest rooms feature modern amenities like free WiFi, TVs, and tea/coffee facilities. Most rooms boast scenic views of the garden or sea, with en-suite bathrooms stocked with luxury toiletries.

Relaxing Amenities and Nearby Attractions
Enjoy the bar with a games room, Sky Sports channels, and a shaded garden terrace. Explore the town center, golf club, and easy access to the airport nearby.

Book your stay at The Gannet Inn for a delightful blend of comfort and convenience.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 2 years old and over stay for free 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.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 568 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.05
Service: 10
Location: 8.52
Room Quality: 9.56
Amenities: 9.51
Value for Money: 9.54
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 10
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Irene couple gb
7
Disappointing for the money we paid.
Pros:

The food was incredibly good both breakfast and dinner.
The sea view was beautiful - as described.
There was a welcoming sports bar next door.

Cons:

The room was up 3 flights of stairs and no lift available. We are in our late 70s but we managed.
We booked a superior room but this was an attic room with many sloping ceilings where we seemed to keep bumping our heads!
Also being an attic room it was incredibly hot, though there was a fan available which we used.
Paying £1500 for a 5 night stay I would have expected a change of bedding.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Ian couple gb
9
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Andrew solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Maria couple ie
6
Pros:

This hotel.is a mile and a half from St Ives along a bus route that is very regular. St Ives is fabulous and worth a visit with its many hidden gems.
Our room was two houses down from the main property. Access was by stairs only. Room was pleasant and clean lovely decor and king size bed.
Bathroom had old style standalone bath and shower was on wall at this. However you have to climb into the bath to use shower and it is high.
Breakfast was fabulous with good menu choice.

Cons:

Walk in shower and less stairs.

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Jennifer solo_traveller ca
9
2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Kay couple gb
8
Lovely location, great facilities, a little pricey
Pros:

Lovely staff, great food, good location

Cons:

Our room had a window above the toilet with a blind that didn’t work - we could see the neighbours on the balcony whilst we used the bathroom.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Sharon solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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198jackiep Couples Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England
10
The Gannet Inn is 100% worth the travel from Shrewsbury
Pros:

We stayed at The Gannet Inn in Carbis Bay. It was a fantastic trip. We added on Half Board in case we wanted to eat in. We made the right decision The food is absolutely fantastic I cannot recommend it highly enough. The room was lovely. The staff were so lovely. All in all a great stay.
We went on Monay 15 Jun and returned today,

2026-06-18 via Tripadvisor
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Ian couple nz
9
2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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Jo extended_group gb
10
2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Annmarie couple gb
7
Clean and very helpful staff. Good location. Shame about the noise think this was the room we was out in. Didn’t get muc
Pros:

Clean and very friendly staff

Cons:

The room we stayed in was right above the kitchens. Very noisy until 11.00pm and then noisy from 6.00am. So didn’t get a lot of sleep. Slamming of doors

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Greg couple gb
8
Thoroughly enjoyable.
Pros:

Great food.

Cons:

Further away from beach than expected and on a very steep slope.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Stephane couple ch
8
2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Carl solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Great location, on bus route. Hotel and facilities were excellent. Food was lovely. What really made this place great are the staff, they are super friendly and nothing is too much for them.

Cons:

No cereal..

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
5
571travel Solo travel Reno, Nevada
10
Recommended
Pros:

Enjoyed my stay here. Private but B&B feel and hospitality. Restaurant was an exceed expectations. Breakfast well worth it to start the day. Quality dinner menu and found more enjoyable to end my day at the restaurant. Tip: If traveling by train utilize the Carbis Bay stop before the St. Ives, 10 minute walk vs 35 minute (although very pleasant) from St. Ives, especially when arriving or departing with your luggage. Easy couple minute ride to St Ives. Carbis Bay also convient to St Erth to see more of Cornwall.

2026-05-28 via Tripadvisor
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Nathan solo_traveller gb
9
Couple short break
Pros:

The customer service throughout the property was exceptional. Always a smiling face and always ready to help and answer questions. There was a lady at the reception (I wish I caught her name) she was really helpful, always going above and beyond. Free parking for guests, good breakfast always hot. The room was comfortable with a great view. Being the sister hotel of the Carbis Bay Estate it was amazing to use the spa facilities there!

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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HMH667 Couples Wiltshire, England
4
Mediocre
Pros:

Having booked a table for 3, when we arrived we informed the greeter that it was now just the 2 of us and requested the same table as husband and I need to sit next to each other (he has hearing difficulties)
The server/greeter (with a high degree of attitude) shoved 2 tiny round tables towards each other and thats where we were seated - one each!
Not impressed
Husband’s chicken tikka korma was decidedly uninspiring, dry and tasteless.
My lasagne was fine, but the garlic flatbread was large, dry and a very weird accompaniment to a lasagne
We’re all different, but I certainly wouldn’t return, or recommend

2026-05-24 via Tripadvisor
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Patrick solo_traveller ch
9
2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Gary solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Food in the Hotel was excellent especially Sunday Dinner.

Cons:

My wife dropped something which rolled under the bed out of reach. So I pulled the bed forward away from the wall.. There was an old used tissue,a tablet, a info card and the skirting board was thick dust. The shower cubicle door didn't close which let water out . There was already water damage to the door and architrave. So its been like it a while.

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Andreas couple de
8
Gute Basis für Ausflüge in die Umgebung
Pros:

Es gab vom Zimmer aus eine weite Aussicht auf das Meer - das Hotel liegt aber an einer Straße oberhalb der Küste. Wer eine Unterkunft am Strand sucht, ist hier falsch.

2026-05-08 via Nuitee