The Gannet Inn

Hotels
9.4 (618 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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 618 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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Chris • couple • gb
5
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • gb
10
Excellent!
Pros:

Relaxing atmosphere

Cons:

There was nothing I didn’t like

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Excellent breakfast and evening food even better! Bit expensive but good value for money.

Cons:

The room was quite small and could be a bit noisy due to the bar downstairs

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Suleimenova • couple • kz
10
Pros:

Небольшой уютный отель на проезжей дороге из Пензаса до Сент Ивс, чистый, тихий, отель состоит из 3х домов с рестораном, в котором подают завтраки и ужины комплектами, на завтрак, как обычно английский или яйца с лососем, кофе и чай неограниченное количество, хлеб и варенье, если вы едите больше, чем 1 яйцо, вам вряд ли подойдёт такой формат. Номера среднего размера с небольшой отдельной комнатой с диваном и нишей для шкафа, большая ванная с душевой кабиной и дорогой сантехникой,, на столике чай, кофе и печеньки с водой в стекле, мягкие матрасы и подушки, уютно. В нашем здании находился спа и спортивный бар, в котором собирались местные жители, никаких неудобств не доставляли, пиво свежее и по лучшей цене в англии , приветливый и очень вежливый персонал, можно сказать, что отель центр притяжения городка. Если вы планируете ходить на пляж, то придётся спускаться по крутой дороге вниз, а потом вверх, лучше сесть на автобус и доехать прямо от отеля до Сент Ивс

Cons:

В отеле слишком приличный персонал, который не сделал замечание паре с маленьким ребёнком, когда малыш разбросал еду по всему полу, это было возмутительно, они просто встали и ушли, а официант на корточках все собирал, занесите эту семью в чёрный список, было неприятно и стыдно

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Gareth • couple • gb
9
Everyone at the Gannet worked to made it a very enjoyable holiday
Pros:

All the staff are amazing made the holiday

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Kenneth • couple • gb
8
had a nivce time
Pros:

Car park was across a busy road

Cons:

No lift.
We are an elderly couple who found it hard to get to our room up stairs

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Linda • solo_traveller • gb
10
Book it!
Pros:

We've just returned from a stay at The Gannet. It's such a lovely hotel, so comfortable and beautifully furnished. The staff are really helpful and friendly. There's ample parking on site and in the nearby overspill car park, though with a bus stop just outside and the local train station, we didn't need to move the car. Breakfast was well cooked and presented but we didn't have chance to try the restaurant in the evening. Being allowed to use the spa facilities at Carbis Bay Hotel was an added bonus

Cons:

There's nothing negative to say@

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Ruth • couple • gb
10
Looked after in a beautiful location
Pros:

We stay away from home quite a bit. This place has all the facilities, but more than that - they really look after you. There is no scrambling for a breakfast buffet, breakfast is served to your table. There was an excellent choice of two courses. The overnight oats are second to none.

The beds were very comfy and our room had an amazing view of lovely Carbis Bay.

Staying here means you can enjoy the spa, also in walking distance of St Ives, one and a half miles away, a short (but steep ) walk to the station, it’s also on a bus route and has plenty of parking.

The hotel staff leave some very welcome home made biscuits in the room. Good after a day out in beautiful Cornwall.

Husband happy as hotel also houses a popular sports bar! Spa and sports - everyone happy

Cons:

I loved this property. There’s nothing I didn’t like. However the hill is very steep so may not be accessible on foot to everyone.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Abby • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Mairead • couple • ie
10
A fabulous place for a break
Pros:

Just returned from a fantastic visit to The Gannet Inn. Amazing food, friendly and welcoming staff in a great location.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Catharina • couple • se
10
Pros:

Trevligt rum med utsikt, lugnt, bra resturang.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Tommaso • couple • gb
8
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Mumtaz • couple • gb
2
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Silvan • couple • ch
10
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Linda • family_with_children • gb
10
Relaxed, friendly, would recommend
Pros:

Friendly staff, lovely room, great food

Cons:

Our room was directly above the bar which meant some noise until midnight, though it did stop at that time

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • couple • at
9
Luxury establishment with super kind staff that just needs a bit more air flow in the rooms.
Pros:

Comfy Super King/Twin Bed with good mattress. Location was great for bus to St Ives or anywhere around the area. Walk to the beach is downhill 15min and was great. Parking wasn't a problem.
Shout out to the super friendly staff that had accommodations for some extras we needed!

Cons:

During heatwave the window could only be opened an inch or so, which made sleeping hard. Fan was provided but was assembled incorrectly, once taken apart and back together it actually got some airflow and we tried getting cold air in overnight.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Bianca • couple • gb
10
Beautiful hotel in the perfect location.
Pros:

Beautiful hotel. Amazing staff. Situated close to beach and st ives. Our room was perfect with the most incredible views. Added bonus being able to use carbis bay facilities

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Susanne • family_with_children • de
9
Pros:

Nettes Personal, schöne Einrichtung, Pool Nutzung in anderem Hotel möglich

Cons:

Zimmer hatte kleine Mängel

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Lynsey • couple • gb
9
Great stay and would stay again but in a room with a view.
Pros:

Lovely location. Short walk down hill to the Carbis beach hotel. Great being able to book a 4 hour slot in the Carbis beach hotel pool and spa. Breakfast was lovely. Ample parking. Staff friendly. We were able to check in early which was a bonus. The bed was really comfortable.

Cons:

The only thing was the windows didn’t open much which made the room quite warm at night. We think this was due to being in a room without a view.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Willem • family_with_children • be
6
de prijs-kwaliteit verhouding was niet ok.
Pros:

Ons dubbelbed was goed, de badkamer was proper.
De faciliteiten in de Spa die we mochten gebruiken in het Carbis Bay Hotel was leuk meegenomen.

Cons:

Het derde bed voor onze 16-jarige dochter was ondermaats, een matras gelegd op een vuile oude matras, zonder bed, zonder lattenbodem.
Het vasttapijt in de kamer had vlekken.
De kok in de open keuken tijdens het ontbijt op de tweede dag was arrogant.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee