The location of this hotel is beautiful. A little disappointed with the sea view room. Very small room, and bathroom tiny, but the room was very clean. Our first day, we had workman drilling and banging outside our room. I feel that the drinks are very expensive. £8 for two cups of coffee. The staff in Restaurant, were very good.... More

The location is excellent. Our room was small but great views which we paid extra for. Breakfast and dining staff were very good apart from the very loud morning (female) maitre d. The reception staff were unhelpful mostly. Not helping with luggage nor explaining about parking until asked. I don't know who the manager was as we saw no evidence... More

Yesterday was my first visit to the Carbis Bay in St Ives and I have to tell you I thought it was fabulous! The hotel is set in a magnificent setting overlooking Carbis Bay itself.I had a single room. They only have two singles in the hotel ,room number 207 which was absolutely lovely.It had its own balcony with table... More

Staff wonderful. Receptionist led us to our rooms. Floor 2½. Good room (221) at back of hotel with angled seaview from one of the two balconIes. Table and two chairs on balcony. Our room had damage to the carpet but apart from that was in a very good clean state. The evening meal included on the first night was from... More

Calling in for afternoon tea in the conservatory we sat down at a table chose from the menu and were totally ignored by all staff. We were not alone as the couple at the next table who came in after us were also ignored even after pressing the service bell at the bar. After a period of twenty five minutes... More

We had heard many very positive comments about this hotel from Britons, so found some aspects disappointing when we arrived. It is a grande dame of a hotel, around 100 years old, in a beautiful location, directly on the beach in Carbis Bay in Cornwall. Looks like a perfect spot for weddings. Lovely landscaping with large flowers. But some caveats.... More

We did not stay here but attended a wedding . The wedding was stunning and the wedding planner worked very hard ensuring the day went well. Lovely views for photos even straight down to the beach on a sunny day . The wedding breakfast food was very tasty . A lovely day . If your thinking of having your wedding... More

The hotel is located directly on the beach which is beautiful and relaxing. However, other than the beach and the hotel there is little else to see and do so you will most probably travel to St Ives to experience the port, bars and restaurants. It is a mile and a half away but it does involve some rather steep... More

I booked the hotel as I was intending to use the ideal surroundings of Carbis Bay for a proposal, but was slightly concerned that the 3 star AA rating would leave the hotel overshadowed by the Bay. When I went to visit the hotel prior to our visit, my fears were set aside; the public areas in the main building... More