Host St Ives Hotel - St Ives (Cornwall)

4-star adults-only hotel with a gourmet restaurant and cocktail bar in a restored bank

Dining and Bar

Host St Ives houses a restaurant and bar that serves a Sunday roast rated by guests as the best they have had in decades, including smoked roast beef with truffle and cauliflower cheese. The cocktail menu features local spirits and fresh ingredients, with oversized espresso martinis and a mango martini as guest favorites. The Host also offers pizzas, including a chicken tikka masala pizza on a gluten-free base, and a selection of wines such as NZ sauvignon blanc.

Accommodation

The suites at Host St Ives include Deluxe Suites and Junior Suites with Balcony, each with a kitchenette, seating area, and a private bathroom with a bath and walk-in shower. Rooms come with a fireplace, air conditioning, soundproofing, and a smart TV with streaming services, along with complimentary beer and chocolates. The Terrace Suite has a bathtub in the room, and all suites offer city views from large sash windows.

Location and Surroundings

Host St Ives is a 3-minute walk from Porthminster Beach and 600 metres from the Tate St Ives gallery. Leach Pottery is 1 km away, and the hotel sits in the centre of St Ives near shops, restaurants, and a small cinema. Free private parking is available in a secure garage a short walk from the property.

Guest Services and Amenities

The hotel offers express check-in/check-out, an ATM/cash machine on site, and a daily continental breakfast delivered to the room with fresh fruit, yogurt, and juice. Board games and puzzles are available in the suites, and the bar downstairs features live music on some evenings. Security features include CCTV in common areas and outside, smoke alarms, and key access.

Pet and Child Policy

The Host St Ives is a dog-friendly property where pets are welcome in the restaurant and bar, with staff offering treats for dogs. While the accommodation is adults-only, children are allowed in the dining areas, and the hotel provides high chairs. The environment is described by guests as welcoming to families and couples alike, with a communal large table in the bar area.

• Dining: Sunday roast with truffle and cauliflower cheese
• Cocktails: Extensive menu with local spirits and fresh ingredients
• Rooms: Deluxe Suites and Junior Suites with Balcony
• Location: 3-minute walk from Porthminster Beach
• Parking: Free private parking in secure garage
• Pet Policy: Dog-friendly with treats in restaurant and bar