Name: Pedn-Olva
Address: Porthminster Beach, St Ives, England, United Kingdom, St Ives, Cornwall, GB
Price range: US$226–US$399 per night
Rating: 9.07

What guests think

Travellers consistently praise Pedn-Olva for its spectacular seaside setting and sweeping views, friendly and attentive staff, and convenient access to St Ives beaches, shops, restaurants, and the nearby train station.

Rooms are frequently compact, sometimes with very small bathrooms, yet many guests still found them comfortable. Cleanliness receives consistent compliments. Breakfast is widely liked, though a few mention cutbacks, limited hot options, or basic mains at dinner. Overall, it suits travellers prioritising atmosphere over room size.

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Facilities

A small heated pool is noted as an asset; one guest found access via the restaurant awkward.

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8

David

18 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellently placed Hotel, close to all that St Ives has to offer, from a fine beach to the Tate Gallery. And only minutes walking from the rail station. Rooms have great sea views. Our room’s facilities were utilitarian but ok for a short stay. The Hotel’s small heated pool is a real asset. The restaurant is functional; the food is a little basic - our fish pies were rather sloppy and would have benefitted from more fish and less potato. Service was friendly and helpful throughout. Overall the hotel offered fair value in popular St Ives.

8

Dan

24 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

A lovely stay, made even more perfect with the weather as we could sunbathe and swim in the pool. The room was compact but fine for two nights. Only slightly a problem being 9 months pregnant the bathroom was hard to navigate and fit in the shower but under other circumstances it would have been fine. The amenities were great such as a coffee machine, canned water and biscuits. The view was beautiful however it didn’t pre-warn you that this was over the terrace so people can sit or walk past. The breakfast was lovely and a nice choice of buffet/cooked items. The hotel is clean and all staff really friendly and helpful. Only a few things to improve it: More hooks in the room More ventilation in the room as very hot but nothing seemed to dry Better access to the pool so you don’t have to walk through the restaurant. Overall a great stay :-)

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is regularly praised; rooms and public areas are described as clean and well presented. A few maintenance niggles appear, such as a smelly shower drain.

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10

Jean

22 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Absolutely beautiful sea view right outside your window and clean and comfortable room. Lots of restaurants within walking distance plus public transport to all the sites make this place one of the best vacation destinations in the world! The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable.

10

Cathie

8 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We absolutely loved this hotel. Our room overlooked St. Ives Bay. From our balcony (& even our room), we could see town, watch the tide come in & go out, see the night lights in town, and watch daytime activities on the beach. Made you want to stay in the room all of the time (but we didn't). The staff was helpful, considerate, & friendly. I loved the artwork by "Howard", a local, that was displayed throughout the hotel. Great views from the dining area too. The hotel was clean, quiet, close to town and the beach.

10

Joy

17 Jun 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

It is a unique hotel right on the rocks over the beach. Staff were excellent as was food and service in the restaurant. 3 minutes from the railway station. It’s a quirky sort of building with an odd mix of decor, but very clean and great bathrooms. Lot’s of steps so not so good if you have trouble with that. Would definitely go again!

10

Susan

5 Aug 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Very enjoyable, room on the small side but extremely clean and comfortable. Staff all lovely from the greeting at reception, the help with luggage, bar staff, dining room staff and housekeepers. Will recommend to friends and family. Value for money. Thank you.

8

Stephen

9 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Iwe have stayed there many times over the years i tried to book it on the phone nobody answered i wanted 2nights and could only have one the on line booking is rubbish the shower was very smelly in the drain and the shower cubicle far too small the breakfast buffet was cut too the bare minimum very poor cut backs had gone too far

10

Tina

6 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This unique property is beautifully clean and comfortable. Unspoilt views, well appointed rooms and quiet. Can’t wait to return.

10

MAKEDA

28 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I had a great time at the hotel. It is in an excellent location - right in the heart of St Ives, and the views from the restaurant and our room are breath-taking. The only fault was the price and the fact no hot breakfast was available during our stay - but we received a reimbursement for this (with thanks). The staff were incredibly friendly and the room was clean. Noise could easily be heard in adjacent rooms however - but fortunately this didn't affect the enjoyment too much.

8

Dan

24 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

A lovely stay, made even more perfect with the weather as we could sunbathe and swim in the pool. The room was compact but fine for two nights. Only slightly a problem being 9 months pregnant the bathroom was hard to navigate and fit in the shower but under other circumstances it would have been fine. The amenities were great such as a coffee machine, canned water and biscuits. The view was beautiful however it didn’t pre-warn you that this was over the terrace so people can sit or walk past. The breakfast was lovely and a nice choice of buffet/cooked items. The hotel is clean and all staff really friendly and helpful. Only a few things to improve it: More hooks in the room More ventilation in the room as very hot but nothing seemed to dry Better access to the pool so you don’t have to walk through the restaurant. Overall a great stay :-)

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Rooms

Many highlight comfortable beds, balconies, and panoramic sea or harbour outlooks. However, rooms are often small with tiny bathrooms; a few mention noise from adjacent areas or equipment and occasional temperature or ventilation issues.

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10

Judy

18 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The bed was very comfortable but it was really cold. I think it was because the room was at the end corner of building. My neighbor in next room said that when she and her husband went by that night they could feel the cold air coming out under my door in the very small hallway. It was Oct and very windy.

10

Cathie

8 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We absolutely loved this hotel. Our room overlooked St. Ives Bay. From our balcony (& even our room), we could see town, watch the tide come in & go out, see the night lights in town, and watch daytime activities on the beach. Made you want to stay in the room all of the time (but we didn't). The staff was helpful, considerate, & friendly. I loved the artwork by "Howard", a local, that was displayed throughout the hotel. Great views from the dining area too. The hotel was clean, quiet, close to town and the beach.

8

Susan

18 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Comfortable room, fantastic view.

10

Anne

26 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Romm was small but adequate. Fabulous views from the bedroom and the bathroom. Very comfortable bed. Could not fault it.

8

Angela

28 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed our stay except the continual sound of a pump going all night. Fab out look and great breakfast. We would stay again but not in that room.

10

Keith

4 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing room with a view of the harbour. Staff were exceptional from checking in, breakfast and checking out. Will stay again. Thankyou

10

MAKEDA

28 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I had a great time at the hotel. It is in an excellent location - right in the heart of St Ives, and the views from the restaurant and our room are breath-taking. The only fault was the price and the fact no hot breakfast was available during our stay - but we received a reimbursement for this (with thanks). The staff were incredibly friendly and the room was clean. Noise could easily be heard in adjacent rooms however - but fortunately this didn't affect the enjoyment too much.

8

Simon

19 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Second stay at Pedn Olva. As usually the servive was excellent. The views are magnificent across the beaches. The rooms are on the small side with tiny bathrooms, which is ok for a couple of nights but think id get fed up with the micro bathroom any longer than that. The view fron the room is unbelievable. Id still fully recommend for a few nights a the best location in st ives and great service..

10

Phil

12 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Really nicely presented hotel in a great location. 5 mins from train station and five mins from the town. Rooms on the smallish side, however the balcony helps as a place to relax. Very friendly and courteous staff so we recommend a stay if you are in the area.

8

Dan

24 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

A lovely stay, made even more perfect with the weather as we could sunbathe and swim in the pool. The room was compact but fine for two nights. Only slightly a problem being 9 months pregnant the bathroom was hard to navigate and fit in the shower but under other circumstances it would have been fine. The amenities were great such as a coffee machine, canned water and biscuits. The view was beautiful however it didn’t pre-warn you that this was over the terrace so people can sit or walk past. The breakfast was lovely and a nice choice of buffet/cooked items. The hotel is clean and all staff really friendly and helpful. Only a few things to improve it: More hooks in the room More ventilation in the room as very hot but nothing seemed to dry Better access to the pool so you don’t have to walk through the restaurant. Overall a great stay :-)

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Service

Service is frequently praised as friendly, welcoming, and attentive across stays. Several guests felt staff went above and beyond.

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10

Amanda

25 Sept 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Nothing was too much trouble, the staff were excellant, super selection of food service was above and beyond, I cant thank the hotel enough. I am a single female traveller,I felt extremly welcome. .

10

Yvonne

22 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A fantastic overnight stay. Conveniently located for beaches, St Ives harbour and car park. Restaurant and bedrooms have beautiful sea views. Staff are extremely helpful and friendly. Could fault the hotel.

10

Joanne

19 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful place to stay, particularly with sea view. Staff were brilliant, would stay again.

10

Anne

17 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Friendly helpful Staff , beautiful location

10

Joy

17 Jun 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

It is a unique hotel right on the rocks over the beach. Staff were excellent as was food and service in the restaurant. 3 minutes from the railway station. It’s a quirky sort of building with an odd mix of decor, but very clean and great bathrooms. Lot’s of steps so not so good if you have trouble with that. Would definitely go again!

10

Craig

17 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

All the staff were very friendly and did there best look after me from the moment I checked in till the moment I left. The room I had was very nice with views over Porthminster Beach on the one side and views over the harbour area on the other. One of the staff called Jack especially looked after me.

10

Keith

4 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing room with a view of the harbour. Staff were exceptional from checking in, breakfast and checking out. Will stay again. Thankyou

10

Susan

5 Aug 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Very enjoyable, room on the small side but extremely clean and comfortable. Staff all lovely from the greeting at reception, the help with luggage, bar staff, dining room staff and housekeepers. Will recommend to friends and family. Value for money. Thank you.

10

Meerae

14 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We absolutely loved the views from the hotel. They were accommodating and friendly and we would stay here again! The made to order breakfast and buffet were good.

10

Sarah

29 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing place great views nice staff

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Location

Scenic waterfront position with sweeping sea and harbour views. Convenient for beaches, town centre, restaurants, and the train station.

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10

Spencer

14 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A beautiful hotel in a perfect location. Can't imagine a better place to stay in St Ives.

10

Yvonne

22 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A fantastic overnight stay. Conveniently located for beaches, St Ives harbour and car park. Restaurant and bedrooms have beautiful sea views. Staff are extremely helpful and friendly. Could fault the hotel.

10

Adam

25 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location

10

Gary

14 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely fantastic location and you don’t have to leave the hotel if u feel I just want to chill and relax.

10

Alan

23 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Fantastic location. Wonderful views.

10

Peter

29 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We only stayed one night but had a wonderful room with a panoramic views of St Ives. Breakfast was excellent and the staff were very welcoming and helpful. We were aware beforehand that there was no onsite parking and the only downside was finding the hotel. Although there is a post code it doesn't help. You need to park in the station car park. The hotel is then found down a flight of steps.

8

belinda

13 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location in St Ives with amazing views.

10

Jane

12 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, beautiful views

10

sam john

5 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful establishment! We cancelled another booking to come here, and we are glad we did. Anyone looking to stay a few days in St Ives should consider Pedn Olva. At this point I feel like it's a must. 😍 Service is stellar. Polite staff and generally great vibes. Great access to beaches, shops, restaurants and the station. A big thumbs up from me 👍

10

Phil

12 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Really nicely presented hotel in a great location. 5 mins from train station and five mins from the town. Rooms on the smallish side, however the balcony helps as a place to relax. Very friendly and courteous staff so we recommend a stay if you are in the area.

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Dining

Breakfast is regularly praised, including made to order and buffet options with gluten free choices. Restaurant meals are generally enjoyed, though a few found dinner basic or noted cutbacks and occasional lack of hot options.

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Colette

10 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the rooms and views. Each room had a view of the ocean - bathrooms were a decent size. Love the coffee machines in the room. Fantastic included breakfast. The Gluten Free menu was so appreciated and the food from both menus was great quality. The staff and service was excellent, Revisiting is a definite!! Thank you!

10

Mahassa

11 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful views from the rooms great staff, very helpful. Breakfast options are great but lunch and improvements dinner needs to be

10

Linda

20 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely hotel in fantastic location right on the water. Lots of lovely finishing touches in the room. Great restaurant - dinner and breakfast were both excellent.

10

Anna

19 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is such a beautiful property, and felt well taken care of. Breakfast with a view was a particular delight.

10

SALLY

7 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely lush night away without the kids! What a treat - lovely room, amazing view and a lush dinner and breakfast in the restaurant. We always love the St Austell’s Inns and this one did not disappoint!

8

David

18 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellently placed Hotel, close to all that St Ives has to offer, from a fine beach to the Tate Gallery. And only minutes walking from the rail station. Rooms have great sea views. Our room’s facilities were utilitarian but ok for a short stay. The Hotel’s small heated pool is a real asset. The restaurant is functional; the food is a little basic - our fish pies were rather sloppy and would have benefitted from more fish and less potato. Service was friendly and helpful throughout. Overall the hotel offered fair value in popular St Ives.

8

Stephen

9 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Iwe have stayed there many times over the years i tried to book it on the phone nobody answered i wanted 2nights and could only have one the on line booking is rubbish the shower was very smelly in the drain and the shower cubicle far too small the breakfast buffet was cut too the bare minimum very poor cut backs had gone too far

10

Meerae

14 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We absolutely loved the views from the hotel. They were accommodating and friendly and we would stay here again! The made to order breakfast and buffet were good.

10

MAKEDA

28 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I had a great time at the hotel. It is in an excellent location - right in the heart of St Ives, and the views from the restaurant and our room are breath-taking. The only fault was the price and the fact no hot breakfast was available during our stay - but we received a reimbursement for this (with thanks). The staff were incredibly friendly and the room was clean. Noise could easily be heard in adjacent rooms however - but fortunately this didn't affect the enjoyment too much.

10

Ian

5 Jan 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Fabulous food, staff and a balcony overlooking the sea. Breath taking!

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Month	Average price
January	US$182
February	US$190
March	US$199
April	US$258
May	US$299
June	US$353
July	US$367
August	US$339
September	US$356
October	US$306
November	US$244
December	US$232

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1	2 $337	3
4 $268	5 $307	6	7	8 $255	9 $332	10
11 $357	12	13 $276	14	15 $226	16	17
18 $264	19 $294	20 $265	21	22 $318	23 $399	24
25 $240	26 $348	27 $297	28 $282	29 $236	30	31

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7 $318	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17 $326	18	19
20	21	22	23	24	25 $265	26
27 $283	28 $341	29 $251	30 $283

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